Articles by: GwinnettForum

Duluth High Football Team, 1960-61: On the back row: Tommy Brown (30), Jimmy Garmon (66), James Watson (88), Curtis Franklin (38), Tommy Franklin (10), Nelson Anglin (50), Bennie Sharpton (55), Jimmy Hartwick (85),Charles Sewell (65), Don Bullock (75) and Vernon Grafton (80). On the front row are Coach Bill McClure, Philip Mees (25), David Bagley (45), Richard Maddox (77), Johnny Wilson (15), Jeff Burdette (20), Jessy Farmer (68), Billy Powell (50), Kenny Moon (35) and Andy Petty (70).

FOCUS: History of first 10 years of Duluth football ready for publication

By Charles Summerour | When two members of Duluth High School’s first football squad brought up the idea of capturing the history of the school’s football beginnings, we all realized that it was important that we do so soon, as many of the school and community leaders as well as a number of players, had passed away. The result is a History of Duluth High School Football: 1959-69, which will soon be published in booklet form.

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by · January 22, 2016 · Today's Focus
WILSON: Here’s how Gov. Deal could create 60,000 new jobs

WILSON: Here’s how Gov. Deal could create 60,000 new jobs

By George Wilson | Every election year the Republican waltz out a show to prove that they have a concern for the millions of Americans living below the poverty line and the working poor.

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by · January 22, 2016 · Another View
MYSTERY: Several clues could guide you today

MYSTERY: Several clues could guide you today

There’s a few clues in today’s Mystery Photo which might help you spot the location. The tower, of course, signals water. But where is this? Send your idea to elliott@brack.net and be sure to include your hometown.

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by · January 22, 2016 · Mystery photos
1/19: Medical Reserve Corps; Home plate wedding; more

1/19: Medical Reserve Corps; Home plate wedding; more

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TODAY’S FOCUS: Local Unit of Medical Reserve Corps Prepare for Emergencies
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Wedding at Home Plate Only One Feature of 1950 Ga. State League
SPOTLIGHT: Renewal by Andersen of Atlanta
UPCOMING: Gwinnett Libraries Launch Two New Programs To Help Patrons
NOTABLE: Snellville Hires Firm to Take Closer Look at Towne Center
RECOMMENDED MOVIE: Wonder Boys
GEORGIA TIDBIT: UGA Began Football Tradition Against Mercer in 1892
TODAY’S QUOTE: When It Is To Do What Is Right
MYSTERY PHOTO: Several Recognize Grecian Buildings Along a River

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by · January 19, 2016 · Full issues
FOCUS: Medical Reserve Corps in Gwinnett ready for any emergency

FOCUS: Medical Reserve Corps in Gwinnett ready for any emergency

By Louis Detweiler | A disaster just happened – what do you do? If there is a tornado, radiation outbreak, epidemic, or chemical spill, it will take an emergency crew precious minutes to arrive.

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by · January 19, 2016 · Today's Focus
MYSTERY: Perhaps snowfall will help you identify this area

MYSTERY: Perhaps snowfall will help you identify this area

Winter’s here, at least in some parts, so can you identify this place with the snowfall in place. If you think you know the answer, send your idea to elliott@brack.net, and be sure to include your hometown.

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by · January 19, 2016 · Mystery photos
1/15: Second solar project; Book of Mormon; more

1/15: Second solar project; Book of Mormon; more

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TODAY’S FOCUS: Demand High, So Walton EMC Adds Second Solar Project
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Fox Theatre’s Book of Mormon Was a Disappointment
UPCOMING: Former Olympian Will Speak at Snellville MLK Day Celebration
NOTABLE: Buford Readies for Eighth Annual Father-Daughter Dances
RECOMMENDED READ: The Undercover Economist by Tim Harford
GEORGIA TIDBIT: Savannah Falls to the Union Giving Sherman a Yule Present for Lincoln
TODAY’S QUOTE: What Coach K Tells His Basketball Players
MYSTERY PHOTO: Local Photograph Was Not Recognized by Readers
LAGNIAPPE: Where White Evangelicals Live

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by · January 15, 2016 · Full issues
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FOCUS: Demand high, so Walton EMC adds second solar project

By Greg Brooks | More sun power is on the way! Walton Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) has begun construction of its second cooperative solar project.

CEO Ronnie Lee says: “Our customer-owners quickly snapped up the first 750 solar blocks when they became available last June. They were gone in just a few days. Customer-owners continue to call. The demand is phenomenal. We already have a waiting list long enough to sell out 80 percent of the next project. That’s why we’re on the fast track to build more.”

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by · January 15, 2016 · Today's Focus
MYSTERY:  Just where are these classic buildings located adjacent to water?

MYSTERY: Just where are these classic buildings located adjacent to water?

These classic buildings obviously front on water, and it appears that the part of the structure touching the water are boat houses. (However, they do resemble faces.) Ever seen this view before? If you know where it is, send your answers to elliott@brack.net and be sure to include the town where you live.

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by · January 15, 2016 · Mystery photos
1/12: Lionheart schedule; On gambling, movies; On U.S. Senate

1/12: Lionheart schedule; On gambling, movies; On U.S. Senate

Click here to enjoy the new edition. INSIDE:
TODAY’S FOCUS: Performances for Lionheart Theatre for 2016 Are Announced
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Gambling, Medical Marijuana and Two Movies for You To Enjoy
ANOTHER VIEW: Reforming the U.S. Senate …Answers to Reader Comments
FEEDBACK: Does Not See Benefit from Having Local Two Party System
UPCOMING: Hudgens Art Center Has New Exhibit; Baldwin To Marshal MLK Parade
NOTABLE: Aurora Theatre Presents Pulitzer Prize Winning Wit through Feb. 7
RECOMMENDED MOVIE: Lamb
GEORGIA TIDBIT: Confederates Give Up St. Simons, and Union Forces Occupy Brunswick
TODAY’S QUOTE: On the Movement away from September
MYSTERY PHOTO: Statue in Downtown Decatur Stumps Our Readers
LAGNIAPPE: Baldwin Elementary School Makes up New Norcross Skyline

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by · January 12, 2016 · Full issues