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FOCUS: Regional Commission makes awards to two Gwinnett cities

FOCUS: Regional Commission makes awards to two Gwinnett cities

By Jim Jaquish | ATLANTA, Ga. — The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded $800,000 in its latest round of Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) grants to two Gwinnett County cities, and six other communities. The LCI grants will help these communities create new plans for quality growth and help develop innovative policies that support more vibrant, connected communities. Once their studies and plans are complete, these communities will be eligible for additional LCI funding for transportation projects needed to implement their plans.

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by · March 3, 2015 · Today's Focus
MYSTERY: What has this been?

MYSTERY: What has this been?

Look how much the covering of this building has changed color and aged over the years. Now can you tell us what this building has been used for, and where it is located? Send your ideas to elliottt@brack.net and be sure to include your address.

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by · March 3, 2015 · Mystery photos
ISSUE 14.93: Talent show, Langdale and GSU, more

ISSUE 14.93: Talent show, Langdale and GSU, more

Click the link or photo above to read the full issue. In this edition:

TODAY’S FOCUS: Gwinnett “Kids Got Talent Show” To Benefit Hi-Hope Center
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Pushing Ever Forward, Noah Langdale Was Behind GSU Growth
FEEDBACK: About Hatred, Intolerance and Deals Too Good To Be True
UPCOMING: Key Session Ahead for Those Seeking Funding for Non-Profits
NOTABLE: Suwanee Updating Study of Downtown Master Plan
RECOMMENDED RESTAURANT: Three Blind Mice
GEORGIA TIDBIT: Coca Cola and Bradley Family of Columbus Go Back A Long Way
TODAY’S QUOTE: Talk About Your Bad Investments
MYSTERY PHOTO: Lots of Readers Spotted Memorial in Lisbon, Portugal
LAGNIAPPE: Some Birds Enjoying a Tennis Venue

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by · February 27, 2015 · Full issues
Noah Langdale

BRACK: Noah Langdale was key figure in Georgia State’s latter growth

If George Sparks shepherded Georgia State University in its middle years, the major figure propelling the university into the future was no doubt Noah Langdale. He was president from 1957 until 1988, seeing it grow from two buildings with $1.9 million budget and 5,200 students, and offering one degree, to 22,000 students and 20 buildings, a budget of $118 million and with 50 degrees in more than 200 fields. Today GSU could soon have more than 50,000 students, as Georgia Perimeter College is to merge with GSU.

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by · February 27, 2015 · Elliott Brack's Perspective
FOCUS: Annual “Kids Got Talent Show” benefits Hi-Hope

FOCUS: Annual “Kids Got Talent Show” benefits Hi-Hope

The second annual Gwinnett’s “Kids Got Talent Show” will be presented on Saturday, March 28, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Students from around Gwinnett County schools will take the stage at Central Gwinnett High School to showcase their talents. The event helps raise funds and awareness for adults with developmental disabilities in the community for Hi-Hope Service Center.

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by · February 27, 2015 · Today's Focus
MYSTERY: Lonely standout

MYSTERY: Lonely standout

One lonely statue stands amid the fall splendor in today’s Mystery Photo. Perhaps the countryside gives this location away. Tell us where you think this is located, and include your hometown when sending in your idea to elliott@brack.net.

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by · February 27, 2015 · Mystery photos
SEATING CHART: Where do your two Georgia Senators sit in the Senate Chamber? Here’s a sketch of the Chamber floor, where you can see Senator Johnny Isakson sits in seat No. 35, and newcomer David Perdue is on the back row in seat No. 32. Now for a look inside Senator Perdue’s desk to see who has been in that seat before, see Elliott Brack’s column below.

Issue 14.92: New format, moving, Lilburn’s charge

Click here to read the latest full issue of GwinnettForum. In this issue:

TODAY’S FOCUS: Many in Gwinnett Have Done It, But for 20 Times?
EEB PERSPECTIVE: City of Lilburn Wants To Charge for Use of City Hall Rooms
FEEDBACK: Feels Business Should Take Every Loophole Possible
UPCOMING: Gwinnett Ballet Theatre Plans Kickstarter Campaign for $4,500
NOTABLE: Lawrenceville’s Mary Anna Bryan Winner of Ferrol Sams Award
RECOMMENDED READ: Nuts by Vincent Speranza
GEORGIA TIDBIT: W. C. Bradley Becomes Major Businessman in Columbus
TODAY’S QUOTE: One Reason To Discount Books About Health Care
MYSTERY PHOTO: Beautiful Carving on Statue Is Today’s Mystery Photo
LAGNIAPPE: Snellville Detective Given VFW Award for 2014

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by · February 24, 2015 · Full issues
Inside U.S. Sen. David Perdue's desk in the Senate chamber.

BRACK: City of Lilburn to charge for use of its city hall facilities

By Elliott Brack | Lots of good things have been happening and are planned in the City of Lilburn. The city really seems on the move. Yet its city council approved a measure recently that raises some questions.

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by · February 24, 2015 · Elliott Brack's Perspective
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FOCUS: 30-year resident recounts living in 20 places

By Johnnie Rowe | Your recent comment took me on a long trip down “memory lane.” Every state in which I have lived has its own personality and special characteristics. I was born in London, Ark. where the local cemetery bears the names of many of my ancestors. When I was six, my family moved to Prescott, Ariz. This “mile high city” was a wonderful small town in the mountains and a perfect place to grow up.

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by · February 24, 2015 · Today's Focus
MYSTERY: Beautiful carving

MYSTERY: Beautiful carving

Perhaps we have used this beautiful carving before. Isn’t it lovely? Please tell us where you think this scene is located. Early history may help you. Send your idea to elliott@brack.net, and be sure to include your hometown.

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by · February 24, 2015 · Mystery photos
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