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Wesleyan Artist Market 2025

Wesleyan Artist Market 2025 Artist Spotlight: Heidi Hensley

Spring is here and we’re excited about the 27th annual Wesleyan Artist Market (WAM) opening its doors at Wesleyan School for two days, Friday, April 25 from 10...

March 21, 2025
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Community

Explore Gwinnett Celebrates Award-Winning Year

Recognized locally and globally, the tourism organization takes top honors in six categories across multiple award circuits Explore Gwinnett, the county’s official tourism organization,...

January 13, 2025
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Around Atlanta

Art, Sports and Science: Your Guide to Spring Break Camps 2025

We may still be in the middle of winter, but it’s not too early to start dreaming of spring and making camp plans for...

January 13, 2025

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Around Atlanta

High Museum Names Alison Saar Recipient of 2025 David C. Driskell Prize

Saar to be honored at 20th annual Driskell Prize Gala on September 20, with John Legend set to perform The High Museum of Art...

21 hours ago
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City of Norcross

The City of Norcross Welcomes New Economic Development Director
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Around Atlanta

Fernbank Showcases Turtles with New Film and Summer Exhibit
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Arts & Entertainment

Aurora Theatre Serves Up a Slice of Heart with Waitress the Musical
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Arts & Entertainment

Art News and Events from Norcross Gallery & Studios

The Pigments of the Imagination exhibit continues at Norcross Gallery & Studios through June 7, a showcasing member artists’ exploration and use of pigments in their...

4 days ago
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Around Atlanta

Dunwoody Kicks Off Fun Summer Season with Kids to Parks
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City of Norcross

City of Norcross Police Earns Third Accreditation

Education

Greater Atlanta Christian School Announces 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Community

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Arts & Entertainment

Explore Gwinnett Awards Over $180,000 in Grants for Local Arts and Culture

The Gwinnett Creativity Fund celebrates six years of strengthening the local creative community Explore Gwinnett, the destination marketing organization for Gwinnett County, recently awarded more...

April 19, 2025
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Community

Gwinnett Mental Health Community Unites at Resilient Gwinnett Summit

Nearly 200 mental health professionals gathered in Duluth to advance strategies for fostering emotional resilience Togetherness and collaboration took center stage at the inaugural...

April 14, 2025
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Community

Local Law Enforcement, Survivors of Crime Gather for Community Event

The Georgia Chapter of Voices of Black Mothers United (VBMU) will hold a community event with members of local law enforcement in Lawrenceville on April 12 from 1 p.m....

April 4, 2025

Arts & Entertainment

Three actresses in character, wearing light blue diner waitress costumes with white aprons and holding pies. They are promoting Waitress the Musical at Aurora Theatre.

Arts & Entertainment

Aurora Theatre Serves Up a Slice of Heart with Waitress the Musical

May 22–June 15 | Lawrenceville Arts Center Aurora Theatre is thrilled to present “Waitress,” the beloved Broadway musical featuring music and lyrics by Grammy Award-winner...

3 days ago
A high-school-aged artist holding a first place blue ribbon. He is sitting on a bench beneath his two winning paintings. A high-school-aged artist holding a first place blue ribbon. He is sitting on a bench beneath his two winning paintings.

Arts & Entertainment

Reflections at the Rectory Recognizes Local High School Artists

Norcross Gallery & Studios opened the third annual Reflections at the Rectory exhibition on May 10 with a reception and awards presentation showcasing the...

6 days ago
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Arts & Entertainment

People and Places at Norcross Gallery & Studios

Norcross Gallery & Studios has opened a fresh new exhibit. Titled “Nothing But People,” it displays — in many media and styles — our...

April 5, 2025

Business

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Business

AI and Industry Leadership Shine at Gwinnett Movers and Makers Awards

Seven companies honored for manufacturing and supply chain excellence Partnership Gwinnett hosted its 14th annual Movers and Makers Awards on April 24 at The...

May 6, 2025
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Business

Fresh Coat Franchisee Expands Service, Gives Back to Community

The Johns Creek location now provides quality service to Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth and Alpharetta Fresh Coat Painters franchisee Isabel Calero and her husband...

April 25, 2025
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Business

Secretary of State Reaffirms Georgia’s Strong Business Climate

Although he’s been known as Georgia’s Secretary of State for the past five years, Brad Raffensperger is also a licensed structural engineer, licensed civil...

March 25, 2025

Community

They Do It for the Children

Featured image- Carol Gaffey, Gena Spears, Sarah Gaut, Adi Berrigan, Joanie Guthrie, Lynn Kuhn The Assistance League of Atlanta supports local children with various...

November 23, 2022

Community

Party With a Purpose

Featured image- Psi Omega Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority 2019 NYE Masquerade Ball Fundraiser to support youth scholarships. Peachtree Corners chapter of...

November 23, 2022

Community

Winter Break Camp Fun!

A collection of cold weather camps for kids The kids will be home over winter break yet again, which is wonderful. However, most parents...

November 16, 2022

Events - Calendar

Southwest Gwinnett Events

Dates to Remember November Native American Heritage Month All Saints’ Day | November 1 Daylight Savings Time Ends | November 6 Election Day |...

November 15, 2022

Community

19 under 19

Nineteen students are featured in our annual spotlight. Photography provided by schools, parents and nominators. In the spirit of celebrating and encouraging the early...

November 12, 2022
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