GA Roswell’s Most Loveable Dogs Eagerly Awaits Forever Homes Today!
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around roswell..
AGC Northeast Georgia Skills Challenge Returns for 9th Consecutive Year
The Associated General Contractors (AGC ) of Georgia is "building" with excitement in anticipation over their annual Skills Challenge for Northeast Georgia. On Wednesday, October 22 more than 200 high school students from 22 Northeast Georgia counties will showcase their talents in hands-on construction contests at...
EXPLORING GWINNETT’S HISTORY: The Road to Gwinnett County
The earliest days of Gwinnett County witnessed rapid growth as the Cherokee, Yuchi, and Muscogee (Creek) lands were ceded to the state between 1817 and 1825, paving the way for settlers seeking new land following the American Revolution and the War of 1812. In grade school, we all learned about westward migrations...
Gwinnett BOE approves new appointments at October Board Meeting
During its regularly scheduled meeting on October 16, 2025, the Gwinnett County Board of Education (BOE) approved the appointment of two new principals. Wendy C. McDonald has been named principal at Gwin Oaks Elementary School. She replaces Dr. Craig Barlow, who is retiring. McDonald currently serves as Assistant...
Cherokee Recreation and Parks earns Agency of the Year award
Cherokee Recreation and Parks has once again been named the top recreation and parks agency among large counties in Georgia. The agency was recognized as the Georgia Recreation and Parks District 5 Class A Agency of the Year at the GRPA Awards Banquet held Oct. 15. This is the seventh time Cherokee Recreation and...
Meet the Milton City Council District 3, Post 1 candidates
MILTON, Ga. — Milton voters will decide between two candidates for one City Council seat in November, while the mayor and two other positions will be uncontested. Incumbent Jan Jacobus will face Ike Yancy in a race for District 3, Post 1. Milton holds nonpartisan municipal elections every two...
This Georgia General Store Still Pours 5-Cent Coffee And It’s Shockingly Good
Tucked away in Dahlonega, Georgia, sits a charming general store that refuses to bow to modern pricing, offering coffee for just five cents a cup. This isn’t a gimmick or a one-day promotion; it’s been a beloved tradition for years, drawing locals and travelers alike to experience a slice of simpler times. The store...
Forsyth County, GA – Search: Deputies Looking for Man Wanted on Domestic Charges
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Forsyth County, GA – Deputies are actively searching the Watson Road area for 34-year-old Ricky Vasquez, who is wanted on domestic-related charges, according to the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office....
Gwinnett County Seeks Community Input for Maguire-Livsey Big House Restoration
Gwinnett County is working to restore the historic Maguire-Livsey Family Big House and is inviting residents to take part in shaping the project. The initiative aims to preserve the building’s history and gather input from the community on how it should be restored, according to an update on the Gwinnett County...
Homeschool Chess Classes with Chess for Champs
Special Offer: 50% off your first class for new families!. 912 Killian Hill Rd SW, Suite 202-O, Lilburn, GA 30047. Give your child (or yourself) a screen-free activity that builds critical thinking and strategy through the game of chess! Chess for Champs offers classes for ages 6 through adult, from true beginners to...
