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NEWS BRIEFS: County holds taxes to be same as 2023 rate

NEWS BRIEFS: County holds taxes to be same as 2023 rate

Gwinnett Commissioners this week adopted the 2024 millage rate at 6.95 mills for the general fund, which is no change from the 2023 rate. 

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by · July 19, 2024 · News
NEWS BRIEFS: Japanese coating machine maker to locate in Norcross

NEWS BRIEFS: Japanese coating machine maker to locate in Norcross

Hirano Tecseed Co., Ltd., a Japanese manufacturer of coating machines, will open its first U.S. office in Norcross. The company chose Gwinnett and the metro Atlanta region for its global access, diverse workforce, and strong economic climate to support growth.

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by · July 16, 2024 · News
NEWS BRIEFS: Clan Ewing speaker coming to Historical Society on July 15

NEWS BRIEFS: Clan Ewing speaker coming to Historical Society on July 15

The Gwinnett Historical Society will have its next general membership meeting on Monday, July 15  at Rhodes Jordan Park Community Center in Lawrenceville. Stewart Ewing, a local historian and amateur genealogist with deep roots in Gwinnett, will be the featured speaker.

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by · July 12, 2024 · News
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NEWS BRIEFS: Innovative giving partnership to benefit autism

By Laura Vladick  |  Our Group is announcing an innovative partnership with dedicated real estate professionals to revolutionize charitable giving. This collaboration aims to transform how donations are made, significantly benefiting both donors and nonprofits within the community.

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by · July 9, 2024 · News
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NEWS BRIEFS: GGC students are big users of student aid center

Because of demand, the Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Center will remain open through August 1.

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by · July 5, 2024 · News
NEWS BRIEFS: Dog park in Lawrenceville to open August 9

NEWS BRIEFS: Dog park in Lawrenceville to open August 9

A new urban dog park in Lawrenceville will be named HYRO Park (pronounced Hero) in honor of former K9 Officer HYRO, who served the Lawrenceville Police Department with distinction for seven years. HYRO Park, located adjacent to the Lawrenceville Lawn, will officially open to the public on August 9, 2024.

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by · July 2, 2024 · News
NEWS BRIEFS: Nine Gwinnett cities planning Fourth of July events

NEWS BRIEFS: Nine Gwinnett cities planning Fourth of July events

The Fourth of July time will be a festive one in nine of the Gwinnett cities, marked by patriotic activity followed by fireworks at sundown. Seven cities have no official celebration.

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by · June 28, 2024 · News
NEWS BRIEFS: Projects along Ronald Reagan Parkway funded

NEWS BRIEFS: Projects along Ronald Reagan Parkway funded

Two long-awaited projects near Lilburn are finally coming to life, through the efforts of Gwinnett County, the Georgia Department of Transportation, SmartRoad Technology, LLC and the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) programs. Both projects are on the Ronald Reagan Parkway.

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by · June 25, 2024 · News
NEWS BRIEFS: County looks to maintain tax rate for 2024

NEWS BRIEFS: County looks to maintain tax rate for 2024

The county tax rate will remain the same  in 2024, Gwinnett County officials have signaled. The Commission is considering keeping the general fund millage rate the same as last year, at 6.950 mills. 

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by · June 21, 2024 · News
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NEWS BRIEFS: Georgia Gwinnett College once again is accredited

Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) earned its 10-year reaffirmation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. 

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by · June 18, 2024 · News