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New shoe store coming to Mall of Georgia
According to a press release on Friday, a new shoe store is the latest retailer slated to open up shop inside the Mall of Georgia. Tradehome Shoes is set to open for business at the Mall of Georgia this month. The Minnesota-based retailer has over 130 locations in 26 states (27 states when the Buford location opens). Hey Dude, Birkenstock, Sorel, Pikolinos, Chaco, Dansko, Ecco, HOKA, Brooks and ON Running are just a few of the premium brands the new shoe store will feature.
Gwinnett asks for help to clear the animal shelter
Gwinnnett County governments asks the community to “gear up for some tail-wagging fun during the dog days of summer at the annual Clear the Shelters event on Saturday, August 24 at the Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center in Lawrenceville.”. This part of a national campaign to place shelter pets...
Walton County Chamber to host Bourbon and BBQ next month
The community is invited to what the Walton County Chamber of Commerce is promising will be “one of the BIGGEST & most FUN events of the year,” a night of Bourbon tasting, BBQ, Music, Silent Auction, and fun!. The Chamber’s Bourbon and BBQ event will take place from...
Local singer Michelle Stringer with patriotic music will be the guest for the July TRIAD meeting Friday
The TRIAD meeting at 9 a.m. on Friday, July 5, 2024 at The Retreat in Loganville will feature a special guest, Michelle Stringer. She is going to sing with a tribute to the Fourth of July. “She sang for us on Christmas one year and also on Heroes Day,” said...
Beat the Heat this Summer with a Good Book, Show or Podcast
Looking to get lost in a gripping novel, binge-watch a new series, discover fresh music or find an inspiring podcast? Residents of Southwest Gwinnett have shared their top picks to help you make the most of the season. Featuring insights and recommendations from local leaders, business owners and residents, this collection has something for everyone.
Chick-fil-A permit issued for Atlantic North drive-thru-only site
The city issued a construction permit for W.H. Bass Inc. of Duluth, Georgia, to build a drive-thru-only Chick-fil-A in the Atlantic North shopping center. The 2,468-square-foot project is on 1.06 acres at 11909 Atlantic Blvd. at a project cost of $800,000. The Atlantic North center is at northwest Atlantic and...
Tie-Dye Extravaganza – Sat. July 13
“Color your world with a DIY tie-dye creation plus DJ, bounce house, games, and cool cravings. Bring your own cotton item to dye.”. Fee: $4.00 Gwinnett Resident and $24.00 Non-Gwinnett Resident. When: Saturday, July 13, 2024 (10am-12pm) Location: George Pierce Park Community Rec Center, 55 Buford Hwy, Suwanee, Ga 30024.
NEWS BRIEFS: Dog park in Lawrenceville to open August 9
A new urban dog park in Lawrenceville will be named HYRO Park (pronounced Hero) in honor of former K9 Officer HYRO, who served the Lawrenceville Police Department with distinction for seven years. HYRO Park, located adjacent to the Lawrenceville Lawn, will officially open to the public on August 9, 2024.
Celebrate Parks and Recreation Month this July!
July is Parks and Recreation Month, a special time designated by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) since 1985. This month promotes the importance of parks and recreation in health, wellness, conservation, and social equity. It’s a fantastic opportunity to highlight the vital role our parks and recreation department plays in our community. This year’s theme, “Where You Belong,” celebrates how park and recreation professionals foster a sense of belonging by offering inclusive programs, essential services, and safe, accessible spaces for everyone.
RONDA RICH: The glorious Gordon Hamrick
Gordon Hamrick was one of the finest men I ever knew. I thought of him recently when I ran across the last card he sent me. I shall cherish it, always. I met Gordon when I was two books into the 10 I have written. That year, I was hired by a South Carolina Rotary District to speak at their annual conference. It was one of the first times that I was paid to speak. I was trying to make a living by writing so I wouldn’t have to go back to the real world of work.
What’s Brewing at StillFire Brewing
Prestigious New York International Beer Competition awards Suwanee brewery the title of Georgia Brewery of the Year for the second year in a row after eight of their beers receive medals in this year’s competition. By Lizzy James / Photos by Jon Rogers. STILLFIRE BREWING, a prominent name in...
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