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The Last School Bell Rings for 540 Retirees

By Press release submission | May 30, 2022

As the 2021–22 school year comes to a close, 540 veteran educators and support staff members will mark their retirement from Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS).

GCPS' Memorial Day

By Press release submission | May 30, 2022

We honor America's fallen service members on Memorial Day.

Book Mobiles Hit the Road for Summer on May 31!

By Press release submission | May 30, 2022

The district’s two book mobiles—called Pow and Explore—are about to hit the road to bring a summer of reading to Gwinnett students!

Moved by 'record-high inflation,' Kemp issues temporary extension of state's gas tax ahead of Memorial Day weekend

By Emily Bevard | May 28, 2022

A temporary extension of the state’s 29 cents per gallon gas tax was issued Thursday by Gov. Brian Kemp, ahead of Memorial Day weekend.

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South Gwinnett News area weekly mass times

By South Gwinnett News | May 28, 2022

The following parishes in the South Gwinnett News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Ace Hdwe of Lawrenceville to give away American flags

By South Gwinnett News | May 24, 2022

Ace Hdwe of Lawrenceville will give away free American flags on Saturday, May 28 to honor the Memorial Day holiday.

Artistic Builders Supply to give away American flags

By South Gwinnett News | May 24, 2022

Artistic Builders Supply will give away free American flags on Saturday, May 28 to honor the Memorial Day holiday.

Atlanta mother raising reward to find murderer of twin sons: 'It's very heartbreaking'

By Zachary Richter | May 23, 2022

An Atlanta mother is raising money to increase the amount of a reward fund set up by the police that she hopes will lead to someone stepping forward with information about the person suspected of murdering her 24-year-old twin sons.

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New poll shows Kemp widening lead over Perdue in Georgia's GOP gubernatorial primary

By Glenn Minnis | May 23, 2022

With just over a week remaining before Republican primary voters in Atlanta are slated to cast their ballots, a new state poll finds Gov. Brain Kemp comfortably leading top challenger former U.S. Sen. David Perdue by double-digits.

Former VP Pence endorses Kemp reelection for Georgia governor: 'I am proud to offer my full support'

By Solange DeLisle | May 22, 2022

Republican former Vice President Mike Pence has thrown his support behind Republican Gov. Brian Kemp as he seeks another four-year term leading the Peach State in a highly challenged election.