Family mourns Georgia father who drowned in South Carolina
A Cumming family is remembering the dad who drowned in Hilton Head, South Carolina, this week. The man's son was in the water with him when it happened. The 49-year-old died despite life-saving efforts.
CDC, Gwinnett County emergency crews offer safety tips on World Drowning Prevention Day
In order to raise awareness about the dangers of swimming, or boating, Gwinnett County officials and the Atlanta-based CDC hope reading, sharing and applying important safety tips can save lives.
Construction progressing on new combination fire/police station in Johns Creek
Construction is progressing on the new combined fire and police station for the city of Johns Creek.
North Georgia Heat Wave to Bring Triple-Digit Temps and Dangerous Conditions
GEORGIA — A wave of intense summer heat is set to grip North Georgia starting this weekend and into early next week, with forecasters warning of temperatures nearing 100°F and dangerously high heat index values across several counties. The FOX 5 Storm Team and National Weather Service are...
Gwinnett bridge renamed in honor of GSP trooper Jimmy Cenescar
The State of Georgia is honoring a state trooper who was killed during a chase on Interstate 85 in Gwinnett County last year.
The Hangover Burger At This Restaurant In Georgia Is So Good, You’ll Crave It...
There’s a moment of pure bliss that happens when you take that first bite of a truly exceptional burger – time slows down, background noise fades away, and you experience what can only be described as a flavor epiphany. That’s exactly what awaits at Over The Top Burger...
Forsyth County program puts inmates to work cleaning kennels at animal shelter
The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is putting inmates to work at their pet adoption and resource center.
Explore Gwinnett hands out $100,000 in placemaking grants to local communities
Eight community placemaking projects in Gwinnett County are getting some help rom Explore Gwinnett to fund their efforts. The tourism and convention marketing group announced this week that it has handed out $100,000 in grants to help with placemaking projects around the county. The first-ever Placemaking Grants were...
Pregnancy nonprofit opens doors to defend work amid Gwinnett funding controversy
County leaders are considering giving the organization approximately $450,000 in federal HUD funding.
Forsyth County SO hiring for Animal Services
The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is hiring for several positions in its Animal Services and the Pet Adoption and Resource Center (PARC). The department is look for an Animal Servic Officer, an Animal Shelter Specialist, and a Veterinary Technician. Here are the open positions:. * Animal Services Officer I -...
