My Lawrenceville News

05/09/2020

Need to escape is driving metro Atlanta comic book sales, shop owner says

Meet Kyle Puttkamer!
The owner and operator of Galactic Quest chatted with My Lawrenceville News about the effects that shuttered movie theatres and canceled conventions have created for comic book retail shops, creators, and most importantly — the fans themselves. Click below for more info.
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As a result of shuttered movie theatres and canceled conventions, Galactic Quest has seen renewed interest in comic books.

03/09/2020

Homeless dog marks one year at the shelter, staff throw him a party to make the best of it

Brownie marked one year of living at the Gwinnett Animal Shelter on Sept. 1.

While that’s not what shelter staff had hoped for the 2-year-old, they are making the best of it. Instead of focusing on the homeless dog’s one-year anniversary, shelter staff decided to celebrate the pup’s birthday with all of his favorite things.

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Brownie celebrated his 2nd birthday with all of his favorite things on Sept. 1.

25/08/2020

'Avid fisherman and survivalist' missing for 17 days from Gwinnett home

Gwinnett police need the public's help locating a man who has not been seen since Aug. 7 and is described as an "avid fisherman and survivalist."

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Police say Michael Zielazienski left his cell phone, money and all forms of identification behind.

15/08/2020

State confirms death of 15-year-old Gwinnett boy due to COVID, second-youngest in Georgia

The death of the teen comes almost a week after the death of a 7-year-old in South Georgia.

The boy's death comes a little more than a week after a 7-year-old boy in southeast Georgia died due to the coronavirus.

11/08/2020

Runoff election underway in Gwinnett County

Polling locations are open until 7pm this evening. See what local runoff races you'll be voting for:

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Residents will vote Tuesday in primary runoff elections for several seats.

11/08/2020

Gwinnett Schools virtual learning goes down

School officials say e-learning did experience technical issues Monday morning.

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School officials say e-learning did experience technical issues Monday morning.

09/08/2020

Arrest made, victim ID'd in deadly shooting at busy Gwinnett business

We now know the shooter and victim in yesterday’s deadly incident.

Police have not yet released a possible motive in the shooting.

07/08/2020

Gwinnett Police respond to 'significant shooting incident;' active search for suspect underway

A search for a shooting suspect in Suwanee has shut down a major intersection.

It happened at McGinnis Ferry Rd. and Satellite Blvd.

04/08/2020

Gwinnett Schools announce staggered plan to bring students back to campuses

Gwinnett County Schools will use a staggered transition to bring students back to campuses.

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On July 20, the district announced they'd start the school year virtually, upsetting many parents who wanted in-person learning.

03/08/2020

Taco Mac set to open Lawrenceville location and hire over 100 workers

Lawrenceville's newest restaurant opened its doors today in the former Olde Towne Tavern and Grille building.

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New location will be in the former Olde Towne Tavern & Grille location at 835 Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road.

03/08/2020

260 Gwinnett Schools employees 'excluded from work' due to confirmed COVID or contact

The number of employees ready for work this school year is dropping because of exposure to coronavirus.

Officials said the cases are the result of community spread, meaning people who have called in and have not been at school or work.

29/07/2020

Inmates come to deputy's aid after he collapsed on the job

Gwinnett County is commending three inmates who came to the aid of a deputy who fell sick while on duty.

The deputy survived the incident and is currently recovering at home until he can return to duty.

27/07/2020

Traffic Alert:

Two northbound lanes of Braselton Hwy are shut down after a tractor trailer turned over. Gwinnett County Police Officers are on scene at the intersection of Hamilton Mill Road and Braselton Hwy in Dacula.

27/07/2020

Burned body found near busy road in Gwinnett; case ruled homicide and victim identified

Detectives are releasing photos of the victim just prior to his death in hopes that someone recognizes him and can provide more information on this case.

Click here to see the latest images: https://bit.ly/3f6cCjy

The body was found near the intersection of Satellite Boulevard and West Liddell Road.

24/07/2020

Burned body found near busy road in Gwinnett; case ruled homicide and victim identified

UDPATE: The Gwinnett County Police Department have identified the victim found in the woods as Raul Zapata-Garcia.

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The body was found near the intersection of Satellite Boulevard and West Liddell Road.

21/07/2020

Burned body found near busy road in Gwinnett

Gwinnett County Police say that a person walking in the wooded area behind a gas station found the man's body.

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The body was found near the intersection of Satellite Boulevard and West Liddell Road.

20/07/2020

A burned body has been found behind a gas station off West Liddell Road in Duluth.

20/07/2020

Gwinnett Schools reverse course, to start year with digital instruction

Gwinnett County Public Schools have announced that all students will receive virtual learning to begin the upcoming school year starting Aug. 12.

The change comes days after a heated BOE meeting last week.

16/07/2020

Gwinnett County Police

Traffic Accident / Death – Stone Mountain Highway

UPDATE #1: The driver of the black passenger car sustained injuries. Multiple passing motorists stopped to control and comfort the injured driver prior to officers arrival. GCPD officers approached the scene and attempted to render aid. The driver was in medical distress and had to be restrained for transport to the hospital for treatment. He later died.

At this time, it is still unclear what the driver died from. No GCPD officer utilized any deadly force weapon against the driver. The gold SUV was abandoned on the side of the road at the time of the accident.

The name of the deceased is being withheld until his next-of-kin can be notified. An autopsy will help determine the cause of death.

Details here: https://bit.ly/2ZAIIzJ

ORIGINAL: The Gwinnett County Police Department is investigating an in-custody death following a traffic accident on Stone Mountain Hwy at/near West Park Place Blvd in unincorporated Stone Mountain.

The preliminary basics: Officers were attempting to pull over a vehicle for a traffic violation. The driver fled and eventually crashed into another vehicle. The driver (suspect who fled) became non-compliant as officers were trying to render aid. He was transported to a local hospital and died shortly thereafter. At this time, it is still unclear what caused his death.

Officers did not discharge their firearm or use any deadly-force weapon against the driver.

Additional details are forthcoming.

15/07/2020

Single mom and veteran gets life-changing surprise from former NFL player

A single mother to five boys is now the newest Snellville homeowner thanks to Gwinnett Habitat for Humanity and Warrick Dunn Charities.

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A single mother of five boys is becoming a first-time homeowner.

15/07/2020

Police search for man they said stole cash from vehicle

The Gwinnett County Police department is searching for the man seen in this photo.

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The Gwinnett County Police Department needs the public’s help in identifying a suspect in a vehicle break-in.

14/07/2020

The 2020 Gwinnett Fair has officially been canceled due to COVID-19. What will you miss most? Share your favorite memory below.

14/07/2020

Candidate for 9th Congressional District seat arrested for guns

A political candidate for Georgia's 9th Congressional District was arrested after not surrendering guns and ammunition to authorities.

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Brooke Siskin was arrested after not turning in weapons following a court order.

10/07/2020

Gwinnett remains leader in COVID-19 cases for Georgia

Gwinnett County still holds the number one spot for the highest number of confirmed Coronavirus cases in the state of Georgia, according to the latest numbers from the Georgia Department of Public Health.

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Georgia Department of Health's newest numbers show a 15 percent increase in one week for Gwinnett.

09/07/2020

Have you experienced long lines to get a COVID-19 test? We are looking for photos, videos and lengths of wait times in Gwinnett!

08/07/2020

Georgia Governor's Mansion chef turns coronavirus furlough into booming business

When the coronavirus put a halt to events at the Georgia Governor’s Mansion in the spring, along-time mansion employee and pastry chef had to find a way to continue to cook.
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Pastry chef serves up sweets from her home while collaborating with area cooks.

07/07/2020

Gwinnett County Public Schools delaying start of school year, requiring masks

Classes in Gwinnett County will now begin on Aug. 12, giving the district additional time to review and adjust its plans.

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Classes will now begin on Aug. 12, giving the district additional time to review and adjust its plans.

01/07/2020

Atlanta Braves 'Taxi Squad' comes to Gwinnett Co. to practice

With Minor League Baseball's season cancelled, the Atlanta Braves will make use of the Gwinnett Stripers field.

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With Minor League Baseball's season cancelled, the braves will make use of the Gwinnett Stripers' Cool Ray Field.

01/07/2020

Elderly couple found dead inside Grayson home, Gwinnett police say

Gwinnett police are on the scene of a murder-suicide in Grayson right now.

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Police said the incident is being investigated as a murder-suicide.

29/06/2020

Collins Hill High School Alumni receives class ring via mail

After traveling more than 350 miles, a Collins Hill High School class ring is now back on the hand of its owner.

Check out the full story here: https://bit.ly/38aBxRg

29/06/2020

Cement Truck Spill

HAPPENING NOW:

City of Buford officials along with offiicers from the Gwinnett County Police Department are responding to a cement truck spill at Buford Drive and Satellite Blvd in Buford.

Credit: Ben Brown

22/06/2020

Dozens of people are gathered outside a local police department, cheering for the workers doing their shift change.

19/06/2020

Gwinnett woman who lost class ring 18 years ago receives call that it has been found in Florida

This ring spent nearly two decades on a beach until a beachcomber made the incredible find.

A Collins Hill alumni lost the ring almost two decades ago during a beach trip to Jacksonville and was devastated. It was just found!

19/06/2020

Suspect arrested in connection with Atlanta homeless killings

The suspected serial killer was caught in Gwinnett County.

David Lee was arrested in Gwinnett County and is suspected in the shooting deaths of three homeless people in Atlanta.

17/06/2020

Georgia Grown To Go back to Gwinnett County

After a huge turnout last month, Georgia Grown is back in Lawrenceville with a curbside farmers market next week. Pre-orders are available now.

Local farmers will hold a curbside farmer’s market on Thursday, June 25.