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Gwinnett County opposes new state law that burdens taxpayers

Gwinnett County opposes new state law that burdens taxpayers

The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners will pursue legal action to challenge the unconstitutional provisions of a new state law. Senate Bill 138, legislation dictating the transition of services between Gwinnett County and the newly created city of Mulberry, became law on May 15. County officials have voiced strong opposition to the bill’s unconstitutional, unprecedented, and unworkable mandates that will impose an impossible administrative compliance burden as well as a financial burden on all Gwinnett taxpayers, including those who live in the city of Mulberry.

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Memorial Day ceremony honors Gwinnett’s fallen heroes

Memorial Day ceremony honors Gwinnett’s fallen heroes

Gwinnett County officials will honor fallen military and public service heroes during its annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 26 at 1:00pm at the Gwinnett Fallen Heroes Memorial in Lawrenceville.

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Pedestrian enhancements coming to Beaver Ruin Road and Center Way

Pedestrian enhancements coming to Beaver Ruin Road and Center Way

Construction on pedestrian safety improvements at the Beaver Ruin Road and Center Way overpass bridges across Interstate 85 will begin this summer.

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Gwinnett Sheriff's Office to host 4th annual Breaking the Stigma Awareness Fair

Gwinnett Sheriff's Office to host 4th annual Breaking the Stigma Awareness Fair

Residents will have the chance to connect with local organizations and explore resources aimed at supporting mental health and wellness. 

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Register for the Bridge the Gap Community 5K

Register for the Bridge the Gap Community 5K

Residents will have the opportunity to get active, strengthen community bonds, and build connections with law enforcement through a family-friendly event.  

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Gwinnett celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Gwinnett celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Gwinnett County joins the nation in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month each May! The month shines a spotlight on the rich history and significant contributions of our Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

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Gwinnett’s Situational Awareness and Crime Response Center Earns Statewide Excellence Award

Gwinnett’s Situational Awareness and Crime Response Center Earns Statewide Excellence Award

Gwinnett County’s ongoing commitment to public safety innovation has once again earned statewide recognition. The County was recently honored with a 2025 Georgia County Excellence Award for its groundbreaking Situational Awareness and Crime Response Center (SACRC).

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Georgia’s annual outdoor burning ban takes effect Thursday, May 1

Georgia’s annual outdoor burning ban takes effect Thursday, May 1

Georgia’s annual outdoor burning ban takes effect Thursday, May 1.  

This ban, set by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division, is state law and will remain in effect until September 30. 

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SPLOST: Improvements coming to Sugarloaf Parkway

SPLOST: Improvements coming to Sugarloaf Parkway

Beginning this spring, Gwinnett County will embark on a project to enhance traffic flow and safety at the intersection of Sugarloaf Parkway and US 29/SR 8/Lawrenceville Highway.

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Gwinnett celebrates back-to-back Emmy Nods

Gwinnett celebrates back-to-back Emmy Nods

For the second year in a row, Gwinnett County’s communications team is being recognized among the Southeast’s best, earning multiple nominations for the 2025 Southeast Emmy Awards.

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