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Veterans Day: Honoring Our Heroes Across America

It's time to celebrate the heroes in our lives. Veterans Day is a time for Americans to unite in gratitude and respect for those who have served in our Armed Forces. The holiday originates from the armistice with Germany that was signed on November 11, 1918. Originally known as "Armistice Day" it was designed to celebrate the...

Paint Gwinnett Pink With Doctor Miller

This podcast episode of The Guide To Gwinnett focuses on the event Paint Gwinnett Pink, which is a major annual event in Gwinnett County that celebrates breast cancer awareness and honors those affected. Nate McGill, one of the hosts, interviews Dr. Debra Miller, a medical professional with a strong involvement in the event. Dr....

Guide to Giving

“It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving” - Mother Teresa The Spirit of Giving The holidays have always been synonymous with the spirit of giving. A season where we're wrapped up in the warmth of joyous celebrations, family gatherings, and of course, the tradition...

Arthur Salus: Army Paratrooper to Cancer Survivor and Travel CEO

A large travel company employing dozens of staff. A sterling reputation in the community. A family who loves and adores him. Arthur Salus, founder and CEO of Duluth Travel, has a lot to be grateful for. Perhaps number one on that list is another chance at enjoying life with the people he loves after being diagnosed with...

Honoring the Legacy of Dr. William B. Martin: A Beacon of Hope

In the world of medicine, there are doctors, and then there are healers. Dr. William B. Martin, affectionately known as Dr. Bill, exemplified the latter. His journey, which began on July 1st, 1941, in Anderson, South Carolina, led him to become a beloved figure in Lawrenceville, Georgia, where he left an indelible mark on the community.


Defeating the Guilt Bully: Snellville United Methodist Church

You’ve seen it, haven’t you? The endless picture-perfect social media feeds filled with first-day-of-school photos. Perhaps you’ve posted some yourselves—don’t you love those parents who post comparison pics to see how much their kids have grown over a year? But now that the first day has come and school is now in session, the life of a...

One Kidney Is More Than Enough. Leta Brooks Hays Takes On Volcano Summit In Guatemala.

One donation makes a big difference. Especially when you’re donating a kidney. For Leta Brooks Hays’, her journey began in 2017 when she donated hers to her father. Before the donation, Leta was an avid and serious runner, regularly training and completing 50k races. While the donation and transplant...

North Gwinnett CO-OP: More Than Just A Food Bank

If you're looking for a way to help your community and those around you, the North Gwinnett Co-Op represents what communities can do when they work together. For over 30 years, they have assisted senior citizens on fixed incomes, families with lost or reduced incomes, hungry children and homeless individuals and families. The North...