Pawnshops, SPLOST and Indictments: Top Political Stories of 2013

A new councilman is elected and long-time political leaders opt not to run again.

Community Voices On Patch In 2013

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Best of Blogs 2013

Sweet Sundance Needs a Forever Home

This German Shepherd mix is up for adoption in Gwinnett.

Best Maps of 2013: Where Are the Most Luxury Homes?

The map below is a snapshot of what section of town has the most homes valued at $1 million or more.

'Voodoo is Going to Get You,' Unlucky Fowl, and Cheeseburger Sandals

Things got weird in 2013 ... really weird.

Girl, 7, Rescued from Well, Teen Shot in Face Dies, and Comparisons to Trayvon Martin Case

Click the images to read top stories posted by Patch in North Georgia.

FREESTANDING WOODBURNING FIREPLACE WITH SLATE BASE

Temporary Power Pole

The Foundation for a Healthy Lifestyle: Tips for Getting Your Family Active

The Foundation for a Healthy Lifestyle: Tips for Getting Your Family Active

New Year's Resolutions: Tips to organize the family and kids photos online safely

Charter Cable Subscribers Could Lose WSB-TV on Jan. 1

Charter Cable and WSB blame each other as contract talks stall; station may no longer be available Jan. 1.

BBB Advises: Ring In The New Year Safe If You’ve Had A Little Too Much To Drink

Emani Moss, DragonCon Founder in Court, Crogan Street Fire and More Top Police and Fire of 2013

From heroic firefighters held hostage to the tragic deaths of lives taken too soon. Here are Lawrenceville Patch's top police and fire stories from the past year.

6 Cool Ways to Celebrate the New Year

We promise: there's not an ugly holiday sweater in sight.

Community Update

10 Can't Miss Day Trips You Should Take in 2014

Visit these hot spots across America next year.

Whirlpool Cabrio Dryer

Want to Start 2014 with a $50-Million Lottery Win?

Millions of dollars will be up for grabs on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Here’s what Georgia Lottery players could win in the two big drawings.

Waffle House Was in the News in Tragic and Strange Ways in 2013

Murder, robbery and wearing a cheeseburger as sandals linked Waffle House to police activity last year.

Best Maps of 2013: Where Are the Richest Parts of Town?

The map below shows the median income in blocks across your neighborhood as reported by the US Census Bureau.

Suspect in Custody in Dacula Homicide, Parents Charged in Death of 2-Year-Old, and Buckhead Bank Robber Possibly Killed in Phoenix Shootout

Top news posted on Patch sites in Georgia.

BBB Asks: Are You Sure A Payday Loan Is Right For You?

Gwinnett Co. Public Library hosts: Reading with Ringling Bros.!

Gwinnett Co. Public Library hosts: Reading with Ringling Bros.!

Septic & Sewer Line Repair

5 Things to Know: Minimum Wage Increase and Year-End Tax Breaks

Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.

New Year Eve is almost here, what are your plans?

Gwinnett Co. Public Library presents: It's a Puppet Show!

Gwinnett Co. Public Library presents: It's a Puppet Show!

Gwinnett Co. Public Library presents: It's a Puppet Show!

Historic Day Trips in Northeast Georgia

Revisit the past with these day trip destinations.

10 Tips to Increase Your Leadership Effectiveness

leadership, leadership ability, leadership skills, professional development, team building

Tips for Preventing Drinking & Driving

Amica Insurance shares advice on promoting responsible New Year's behavior.

When Are the 2013 BCS Bowl Games Scheduled on TV?

Check out who, when and where for the 2013 college bowl season.

Sofa and Love Seat for Sale

Is Pope Francis Too Radical for American Politics?

As Pope Francis gains admirers, he simultaneously alienates some American Catholics and Catholic allies.

Good News in Lawrenceville in 2013

Who says news is only bad? We've rounded up some of our favorite stories about neighbors helping neighbors, businesses impacting our community, athletes being leaders, top teachers and more from the past year.

Road Closures: These Gwinnett Roads Impacted into 2014

Use our interactive map to find out more info on road closings in your area.