$42K in Purses Stolen; Missing Man Found Safe; 'Roaches Gone, Now We're Re-Opened'

Other top news from Patch sites in Georgia: Von Maur shoplifter pulls gun; Fire destroys East Cherokee building; Men claim home invasion due to frigid temps.

Sale: 2004 Nissan King Cab XE with Leer Cap

Top GA Blogs: Starving Pup; Coyotes Prepare Dens; & More

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5 Uses for Unwanted Gift Cards

Some $44 billion in gift cards has gone unredeemed since 2005.

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Best Blogs on Patch: Marketing and Parenting Tips

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Heavy Damage in a House Fire on Cannon Hill Road

One resident was taken to the hospital for exposure to smoke.

BBB Warns: Trying To Save Money By Buying Your Medicine Online? Think Twice!

MLK Legacy: Strength Needed to Resist Temptation of Violence

The 100-day campaign, which started Jan. 15, is asking participants to take a "No Shots Fired" Pledge on Jan. 20 — MLK Day — in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of non-violence.

Racial Equality: Progress Made, Progress Needed

Numbers showing how the economic situation and the access to education have changed for African Americans.

Fight Pregnancy Brain with These Apps

Never forget a thing with the best mobile apps for your pregnancy.

Ready for IRS 2014 Tax Season? Here's When You Can File

For Gwinnett residents who like to get a jump on filing their 1040 form, E-file and Free File can speed refunds.

Hospitalized Driver Who Caused Fatal Multi-Car Accident Faces Charges

Police say Jacob Nicholson, in critical condition at Gwinnett Medical Center, is responsible for seven-car accident that resulted in the death of Cynthia Thornton.

Not One, But Several UFO Sightings; Man Hurt in Fatal Wreck Faces Charges; Dad Accused of Murder in Baby Daughter's Death

Other top news from around North Georgia: Fatal end in SWAT standoff; Bat infestation reported at Lawrenceville house; Man found unconscious was 'huffing."

Cinema Siren's 2014 Oscar Predictions

Here's who Cinema Siren thinks will take home a gold statue on March 2.

How to Make Giving Back a Family Affair

Give to a worthwhile cause and teach kids an important lesson about community service at the same time.

Vince Lombardi, Lewis Grizzard and Pro Bull Riding

That's quite a lineup in Gwinnett Weekends, but there's even more events listed.

MLK Legacy: A Renewed Call to Stop All Forms of Violence

In Georgia, homicide is the second-leading cause of death among the 10-to-24 age group and affects black and Hispanic American youth the most.

Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful Looking for Volunteers

How to Roast S'mores in a Mason Jar

No campfire necessary.

Social Media Strategies for Retailers

Concord Management is Hiring an Assistant Community Director

This full-time position is located in Lawrenceville, Ga.

POLL: How Much Would You Be Willing to Pay to Text a Doctor at Any Time?

A new app provides a way for patients to have unlimited text access to a doctor.

SBT's Monte Carlo Night at Hudgen's Center for the Arts

POLL: Do You Want a Self-Driving Car?

One automaker vows it will sell a driverless car by 2020. Experts believe autonomous vehicles could account for almost all automotive sales by 2050.

2014 Adopt-a-Senior Valentine

2014 Adopt-a-Senior Valentine

2014 Adopt-a-Senior Valentine

Mattie's Call Issued for 81-Year-Old Gwinnett Man

Paul Louis Geyer was last seen driving a white 2007 Chevrolet Uplander with minor front-end damage.

No Sign of Foul Play in UGA Death; Man Hides in Kids Clothes Store to Ditch Cops; Local Target One of Many to Close

Other top news from North Georgia: Outkast to perform at CounterPoint Festival; Thief steals wallet from Dacula gym locker, goes on spending spree; Decatur car break-ins investigated.

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5 Things to Know: Apple App Refund, World Bank Predicts Economic Growth

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

Lilburn CID Awarded $60,000 Grant

The grant is one of 11 from the Atlanta Regional Commission.

BBB Partners with FTC and IRS during Tax ID Theft Awareness Week