People in northeast Georgia living with severe form of peripheral artery disease (PAD) now have a new treatment option that can reduce pain, promote wound healing and save limbs from amputation. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) Gainesville recently became the first hospital in North Georgia to implant a patient with a new device called the Esprit BTK.
Huston Gillis, Lawrenceville Public Works Director, was recognized by the City Council for completion of the Certified Loss Control Program (CLCP), a rigorous certification designed to advance safety standards in the electric utility industry. The CLCP is administered by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association in collaboration with the National Utility Training & Safety Education Association. The...
Fall, pumpkins and scarecrows go together and have been the perfect backdrop for the last 50 plus years for the annual Lilburn Daze Fall Festival.
What’s better than a good old-fashioned fall festival? A fall festival with a pet parade, that’s what! Dog lovers and cat people alike better mark their calendars because the...
While demogorgons in the food court might be strange, the changes coming to Gwinnett Place Mall are bound to bring some fun to the community! The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners approved the Urban Redevelopment Agency of Gwinnett County’s purchase of the Macy’s sites at Gwinnett Place Mall, totaling 23 acres, for $16.5 million!
Looking for your next unforgettable adventure or the perfect getaway? Duluth Travel has you covered! Whether you’re dreaming of a luxurious cruise, an all-inclusive land package, or need help booking the perfect flight, Duluth Travel offers everything to make your travel dreams come true. But here’s the best part—Duluth Travel isn’t just your average travel agency. For...
The City of Norcross proudly announces the grand opening of Gwinnett County's first arboretum, a significant milestone in the transformation of Pinnacle Park. This achievement marks a pivotal moment for the community, blending innovative environmental practices with a commitment to accessible green spaces.
When Norcross acquired Pinnacle Park, it was clear that the area...
Sugarloaf Community Improvement District (CID), in partnership with the Hudgens Center for Art & Learning, announced the completion of the Synchronicity mural by JONESY at Sugarloaf Parkway and the I-85 Underpass.
Spanning almost 11,000 square feet, the mural is one of largest in the metro-Atlanta area.
“JONESY’s mural is a...
French inspired countryside and a round of golf? Sign us up! On Monday, October 14, Gwinnett County Public Schools’ Community-Based Mentoring Program will host its 13th Annual Golf Tournament at Chateau Elan. Registration—which includes breakfast, entry in both the Hole In One Contest and the Longest Drive Contest, and the awards luncheon—is $150 per person and $600 per foursome.
The...
When you hear about someone having a heart bypass, you probably think about it as a major open-heart procedure. But with new technologies and techniques, opening up the chest isn’t always necessary.
Thanks to innovations in technology, some heart bypasses—also called coronary artery bypasses—can now be performed with robotic assistance. When performed in that...
The Gwinnett Chamber has named seven distinguished winners and acknowledged over 120 finalists at the 2024 Moxie Awards, presented by Northeast Georgia Health System. This annual event, which celebrates the achievements of women professionals, drew its largest audience to date, with more than 620 attendees.
“The Moxie Awards highlight women who are making a significant impact in both...