By Robert Giannini | A host of doctors who specialize in treating the infant brain agree that there is no evidence that Danyel Smith shook his son. Yet the Gwinnett County District Attorney refuses to grant him a new trial, instead asking him to plead guilty to a crime he did not commit in exchange for his immediate release from prison.
By Barbara Myers | One of the most important days in a medical student’s journey occurred this year on March 17. That was the day when PCOM Georgia’s fourth year medical students learned where they matched into residency programs and where they’ll spend their next three to seven years training in a specialty.
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. | Aurora Theatre has announced its Season 28 Signature Series. The Lawrenceville arts hub’s 28th year will include more of what theatergoers crave—Broadway-caliber musicals, thought-provoking plays and timeless holiday magic, with twists of unexpected brilliance and heart-warming humanity.
By DePriest Waddy, | It started with a dream…a dream to launch a billion prayers and acts of kindness worldwide. That desire led to the National Monuments Foundation of Atlanta, partnering with Clyde and Sandra Strickland, Tim Minard, Dame Didi Wong and Social Investment Holdings, Inc., to commission a statue of Atlanta’s Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the world’s greatest examples of peace. M
By Hannah E. Jones | South Arts recently selected 12 artists and ensembles around the country to receive funds to help cover the costs of a local tour. In June, Georgia’s Greg Satterthwaite Quartet will embark on a three-stop tour in Georgia and Florida, thanks to a grant provided through the nonprofit’s Jazz Road Tours program.
By Jack Bernard | The Grand Old Party ran in 2022 on its “Commitment to America Plan.” Leader Kevin McCarthy repeatedly trumpeted that if Republicans took the majority in the House, that in 2023 they would immediately address their priorities as outlined in that plan to fight inflation, secure the border and reduce illegal immigration, give parents more control over education, preserve our freedom, and support Medicare and Social Security.
NORCROSS, Ga. | The City of Norcross is moving ahead with plans to locate a new police headquarters and Municipal Court building, on land formerly of the Norcross Library. The site, fronting on Buford Highway between Norcross-Tucker Road and Jimmy Carter Boulevard, is expected to be completed within 21 to 24 months, that is, by mid-2025.
“Never tell anyone that you’re writing a book, going on a diet, exercising, taking a course, or quitting smoking. They’ll encourage you to death.”
– Comic Artist Lynn Johnston (“For Better or Worse”) (1947 – ).
The family-friendly event, Duluth Fall Festival, will take place on September 28-29. This is the 41st year, and the Festival has consistently been voted one of the top festivals in the entire area, including “Best Large Festival in the Southeast’” by national publications.
There will be more than 300 arts, crafts and food booths, a huge parade, entertainment at two venues, a 5K road race, and much more. If you would like more information, are interested in volunteering, etc., go to the Festival website:
Gwinnett Forum publisher Elliott Brack suggests that Gwinnett County needs a long-range list of continuing objectives for improving the county. His list:
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