A local historian will conduct two free walking tours on Sunday, November 13. Gene Ramsey will start a one-hour walking historical tour of Norcross at 2 p.m.
The Norcross tour will meet at Thrasher Park’s picnic shelter. Hear stories of the early history of the town and the people who put Norcross on the map. Learn about early railroads, summer resorts, blacksmiths, baseball, murder, brave veterans and more.
The second tour will be at the Mount Carmel United Methodist Church graveyard at 4 p.m. It is located at 5100 South Old Peachtree Road in Peachtree Corners. Mount Carmel predates the founding of Norcross by nearly half a century. Ramsey will review stories from the early settlers through the present day – of tragedy, humor, faith, generosity, bravery, fox hunting and more over almost 200 years.
Snellville voters approve sales of packaged alcohol
Residents of Snellville approved a referendum to issue licenses to businesses for package sales of alcohol. Unofficially, residents approved the referendum by a 485-226 vote.
Voters were asked: “Shall the governing authority of the City of Snellville, Georgia be authorized to issue licenses for the package sale of distilled spirits within the city limits of the City of Snellville?”
Next, the mayor and council will determine the process of awarding liquor licenses through a new local ordinance including the number of licenses to be awarded, and when stores will be able to sell liquor.
Boy Scout Troop 26 leader wins “unsung hero” award
Keith and Debbie England
Scoutmaster Keith England of Troop 26 at Christ Episcopal Church in Norcross, has recently received Boy Scout of America’s Young Award as a “unsung hero” who provide exceptional service for youth living in challenging communities. The award is named for Whitney Moore Young Jr., an American civil rights leader who was trained as a social worker and who spent most of his career at the Urban League working to provide equitable access to socio-economic opportunities for the historically disenfranchised.
England, who himself is an Eagle Scout from Madison Tenn., has been involved for over 20 years with the Christ Church’s Scout program in a variety of roles, ranging from Assistant Scoutmaster to Scoutmaster to Charter Organization Representative. Over the years he has moved numerous Scouts to advanced ranks including Eagle, and to the Scout Honorary group, the Order of the Arrow.
The current program has a traditional male troop with 10 active scouts, a female troop with five active scouts, and a new Cub Pack , which varies between 20 to 40 active youth. The boys’ Troop meets Monday night, with Cubs’ and girls’ unit meetings Wednesday in the Activity Center of Christ Church.
Keith, his wife Debbie, and their three sons are long time members of Christ Church.
Norcross wins 2022 Georgia urban arboriculture award
The City of Norcross has received the 2022 Outstanding Urban Arboriculture Grand Award from the Georgia Tree Council. This award recognizes the city for its outstanding efforts in tree canopy management and development and was presented November 2 at the 30th annual Georgia Tree Council awards luncheon.
The Georgia Tree Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Georgia’s green legacy by raising awareness for improving and maintaining the state’s forests. Each year, the organization rewards individuals, organizations, businesses, municipalities and counties for their exceptional work in tree canopy management.
Norcross Mayor Craig Newton says: “The City of Norcross takes great pride in the management of our green resources. We are honored to receive this award and will continue to preserve and improve our community forests for future generations to enjoy.”
Muller top left-hander in 2022 International League
Gwinnett Stripers pitcher Kyle Muller has been selected by a vote of league managers as the International League’s top left-handed starter for 2022. Minor League Baseball (MiLB) announced the league awards and All-Star teams for both Triple-A leagues.
The 25-year-old Muller had a 6-8 record with a 3.41 ERA in 23 starts during his second season with the Stripers. He led the league in strikeouts with 159, setting a new Gwinnett single-season record and making him just the second pitcher in Gwinnett history to win a league strikeout title. Kyle Wright had 137 strikeouts in 2021.
It is the second award given to Muller by MiLB this season, as he was also named the league’s pitcher of the Month for June. Muller is the 12th player in Gwinnett history to claim an IL Postseason All-Star award and just the second starting pitcher, joining Julio Teheran (2011).
The Gwinnett Stripers begin the 2023 season with opening night at Coolray Field on Friday, March 31 vs. Jacksonville. For more information, visit GoStripers.com/memberships.
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