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Replica of the famous Las Vegas sign alongside plants and giant dice at a Las Vegas-themed event.

Arts & Entertainment

Aurora Theatre’s Premiere Event of the Year Returns for 2025

Phenomenon: A Night in Lawrence Vegas takes place February 28 Aurora Theatre is thrilled to announce Phenomenon: A Night in Lawrence Vegas, the premier...

SWG Staff10 hours ago

Volunteer hauling a bin of household hazardous waste from a participants vehicle at a HHW drop off event in Gwinnett County.

Community

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Set for February 8

Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful and Department of Water Resources team up for first HHW event of 2025 at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds The U.S. Environmental...

SWG Staff1 day ago

Multi-colored abstract painting, "Exploring Imagination" with yellows, reds, blues and greys and a mix of swirling shapes.

Arts & Entertainment

Exhibits, Classes and Artists of the Month: Winter Art News in Norcross

It may be cold outside, but the art-scene in Norcross has started the new year hot, with interesting exhibits, a variety of class offerings,...

SWG Staff6 days ago

A group of people from Good Samaritan Gwinnett and Chick-fil-A standing in the waiting area of GSG, holding a giant check. There are red and white balloons, a Chick-fil-A cow mascot in a Santa suit. The check represents a $125,000 donation grant to GSG.

Community

Norcross Nonprofit Receives $125,000 Grant from Chick-fil-A

Good Samaritan Health Centers of Gwinnett selected as 2025 True Inspiration Awards® Grant recipient Good Samaritan Health Centers of Gwinnett (Good Samaritan Gwinnett), a metro...

SWG StaffJanuary 21, 2025

Black female teenager jumping into the air with a happy expression against a pink background.

Arts & Entertainment

Local Middle School Student Shines in Rap Video

With metro Atlanta being considered the “Hollywood of the South,” there are opportunities for talented actors, singers and dancers to make a name for...

Arlinda Smith BroadyJanuary 15, 2025

Woman with hair pulled back in ponytail, looking up towards the ceiling, using stretch bands at a small wellness center.

Health & Wellness

Achieving Balance in Southwest Gwinnett

As the new year begins, many people focus on finding balance and improving wellness in their daily lives. Fortunately, there are local, specialized practitioners...

Kristen CorleyJanuary 14, 2025

Small group of people from the Explore Gwinnett staff, sitting outside smiling for the photo

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,...

SWG StaffJanuary 13, 2025