When Emory Morsberger took the helm as Executive Director of Gateway85 CID in April 2019, he did so with a lifetime of experience already under his belt, working on and completing large visionary community projects and real estate developments like the rebirth of...
Written by Jani Carr, Converge multimedia journalism intern and senior at Parkview High School
The holiday season is officially upon us, which means it’s time to get into the merry mood at fun events with our friends, family and...
The City of Lilburn is making a big splash this fall. On September 18, 2021, a beautiful new Splash Pad and Pavilion opened to the public at Lilburn City Park (76 Main Street). These new park amenities are built adjacent to one another, and sit right in the...
Smokin' Brisket at Tipsy Pig BBQ!
Before the sun rises, smoke cascades into the Lilburn parking lot at Tipsy Pig BBQ. The smell of beef, pork, and chicken smoking on an open flame wafts into the air. When the...
“At about 1:30 in the morning the phone by my bed rang. A call that early in the morning is never good news. The voice screamed, “You better get down here. Metro-Waterproofing is on fire!” founder, Clyde L. Strickland remembers.
Often it is the...
I love a real Christmas tree. When I was a kid we'd go to Pikes Nursery in Lilburn and roam up and down every aisle until we found the perfect tree. Back then, there weren't so many Home Depots and Lowe's locations, so heading to Pikes was...
by J. Alvin Wilbanks, CEO/Superintendent // Gwinnett County Public Schools
Gwinnett County Public Schools is focused on two important, related issues this fall— a General Obligation (G.O.) bond referendum to benefit all schools and the update of the school district’s “Strategic Priorities for 2010–2020.” Both initiatives will have a significant...
by Charlotte J. Nash, Chairman // Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners
It was a proud moment to read earlier this year what the three major credit rating agencies had to say about Gwinnett County in their financial reports. Here are highlights from what they said about our county government:
“…very strong...
Join Gwinnett County Public Library as they celebrate local authors from all across Metro Atlanta. Authors will be on hand to discuss their work, sell and autograph books, and talk about their personal journeys as writers. Featured genres include fiction, nonfiction, inspirational, self-help, children’s, science fiction, and more.
Local Indie...
Berkeley Lake
Parade at 11:30 am on July 4
Braselton
Braselton readies "Celebrate July 4th" festivities
An array of festivities in downtown Braselton is planned for the "Celebrate July 4th" holiday.
Food vendors will line the perimeter of Town Green in the heart of the historic downtown. Families are encouraged to bring chairs or...
When Emory Morsberger took the helm as Executive Director of Gateway85 CID in April 2019, he did so with a lifetime of experience already under his belt, working on and completing large visionary community projects and real estate developments like the rebirth of...
Written by Jani Carr, Converge multimedia journalism intern and senior at Parkview High School
The holiday season is officially upon us, which means it’s time to get into the merry mood at fun events with our friends, family and...
The City of Lilburn is making a big splash this fall. On September 18, 2021, a beautiful new Splash Pad and Pavilion opened to the public at Lilburn City Park (76 Main Street). These new park amenities are built adjacent to one another, and sit right in the...
Smokin' Brisket at Tipsy Pig BBQ!
Before the sun rises, smoke cascades into the Lilburn parking lot at Tipsy Pig BBQ. The smell of beef, pork, and chicken smoking on an open flame wafts into the air. When the...
“At about 1:30 in the morning the phone by my bed rang. A call that early in the morning is never good news. The voice screamed, “You better get down here. Metro-Waterproofing is on fire!” founder, Clyde L. Strickland remembers.
Often it is the...
I love a real Christmas tree. When I was a kid we'd go to Pikes Nursery in Lilburn and roam up and down every aisle until we found the perfect tree. Back then, there weren't so many Home Depots and Lowe's locations, so heading to Pikes was...
by J. Alvin Wilbanks, CEO/Superintendent // Gwinnett County Public Schools
Gwinnett County Public Schools is focused on two important, related issues this fall— a General Obligation (G.O.) bond referendum to benefit all schools and the update of the school district’s “Strategic Priorities for 2010–2020.” Both initiatives will have a significant...
by Charlotte J. Nash, Chairman // Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners
It was a proud moment to read earlier this year what the three major credit rating agencies had to say about Gwinnett County in their financial reports. Here are highlights from what they said about our county government:
“…very strong...
Join Gwinnett County Public Library as they celebrate local authors from all across Metro Atlanta. Authors will be on hand to discuss their work, sell and autograph books, and talk about their personal journeys as writers. Featured genres include fiction, nonfiction, inspirational, self-help, children’s, science fiction, and more.
Local Indie...
Berkeley Lake
Parade at 11:30 am on July 4
Braselton
Braselton readies "Celebrate July 4th" festivities
An array of festivities in downtown Braselton is planned for the "Celebrate July 4th" holiday.
Food vendors will line the perimeter of Town Green in the heart of the historic downtown. Families are encouraged to bring chairs or...
