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FOCUS: Gwinnett Chamber completes $5.4 million renovation

FOCUS: Gwinnett Chamber completes $5.4 million renovation

By Lisa Sherman  |  The Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce today unveils a $5.4 million renovation that will set the stage for a new era of innovation and inclusion. This monumental undertaking signals the Chamber’s commitment to championing business and fostering a collaborative environment that reflects the organization’s core values.

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by · January 2, 2024 · Today's Focus
ANOTHER VIEW: The way the GOP is going, democracy is in peril

ANOTHER VIEW: The way the GOP is going, democracy is in peril

By Jack Bernard  |  Turns out, Donald Trump successfully appealed to the uneducated working class. But not as an independent…as a Republican. And he completely ignored fiscal conservatism, zeroing in on wacko cultural issues instead. He is a spoiled New York City billionaire who had been a Democrat. 

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by · January 2, 2024 · Another View
NEWS BRIEFS: Norcross Gallery and Studio marks banner year

NEWS BRIEFS: Norcross Gallery and Studio marks banner year

Artists of Norcross Gallery and Studio have seen growth in membership, an increased revenue, more classes, and presented a workshop by a nationally recognized oil painter (Bill Davidson). The Gallery saw many successful new projects and a greater collaboration with the city of Norcross. 

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by · January 2, 2024 · News
MYSTERY PHOTO: Cross on building may be one way for identification

MYSTERY PHOTO: Cross on building may be one way for identification

The cross on this building is your first clue for the first Mystery in 2024. Your job is to determine the exact area where this building is located. Go to it.  F

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by · January 2, 2024 · Mystery photos
Oden

Marcia Lynn Oden

Marcia Lynn Oden, 59, of Lawrencville, passed away in her home on December 16, 2023. Born on September 14, 1964, in Raceland, La., her life was a beacon of warmth and love.

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by · January 2, 2024 · Obituaries
NEW for 12/22: NYC holiday visit, Christmas music, more

NEW for 12/22: NYC holiday visit, Christmas music, more

Click here to read the latest edition of GwinnettForum. In this issue:
TODAY’S FOCUS: What a great pre-Christmas holiday: visit New York City!
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Our Christmas season is brightened by its music
SPOTLIGHT: Georgia Gwinnett College 
ANOTHER VIEW: Is December 25th really the date of the birth of Christ?
FEEDBACK: Our nation has always had opposing factions
UPCOMING: GC&B seeks your live Christmas tree for chipping
NOTABLE: Gwinnett Place has $16 billion economic impact
CRITIC’S CORNER: Y’allmark CHRISTMAS at Horizon Theatre
RECOMMENDED: Addiction to Perfection: The Still Unravished Bride by Marion Woodman
GEORGIA TIDBIT: Iconic Bob’s Candies of candy cane fame is no more
MYSTERY PHOTO: Where is this stained glass art located?
LAGNIAPPE: Lawrenceville DAR chapter marks national Wreaths Day

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by · December 22, 2023 · Full issues
Zodiac Wheel decorations.  Photos provided.

FOCUS: What a great pre-Christmas holiday — a visit to New York City!

By Billy Chism  |  I have traveled to New York City several times since my first visit in 1979, but never during the Christmas season. My wife and I, along with a friend, made the trip on December 11-15.

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by · December 22, 2023 · Today's Focus
ANOTHER VIEW: Is Dec. 25 really the date of the birth of Christ?

ANOTHER VIEW: Is Dec. 25 really the date of the birth of Christ?

By Raleigh Perry  |  Is December 25th really the birthday of Jesus Christ? Probably not.  There is nothing in the Scriptures concerning the actual birthday of Jesus Christ. 

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by · December 22, 2023 · Another View
NEWS BRIEFS: GC&B seeks your live Christmas tree for chipping

NEWS BRIEFS: GC&B seeks your live Christmas tree for chipping

With the help of its partners at Jackson EMC, Walton EMC, and the Gwinnett County Departments of Transportation, Parks and Recreation and Fire, Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful  GC&B) will collect live trees between December 26, 2023 and January 24, 2024 at select fire stations throughout the county

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by · December 22, 2023 · News
MYSTERY PHOTO: Where is this stained glass art located?

MYSTERY PHOTO: Where is this stained glass art located?

Granted, this Mystery Photo may be a difficult one.  You can probably guess the subject, but where is this stained-glass art located?  Find your answer, then send to elliott@brack.net, and include your hometown.

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by · December 22, 2023 · Mystery photos