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FAA Extends Tower Closure Date for Briscoe Field

All 149 air traffic control towers will continue operating until June 15.

Farm Rich Expands Recall As CDC Reports 24 E.Coli Cases

The voluntary recall has been expanded to include all products from its Waycross, Ga. plant due to possible E.Coli contamination. No deaths have been reported, but seven people have been hospitalized.

More Transportation Work OK'd by Gwinnett BOC, Including in Loganville Area

Commissioners keep up an active agenda in 2013 of transportation improvements.

Gwinnett Assessment Notices May Be Confusing for Loganville Residents

State-required notices to be mailed out April 5 do not reflect 2013 service districts.

Resident Tells BOC Area in Unincorporated Gwinnett Feels Like 'Lost Colony'

McGill, a former District 3 commissioner, cites the recent homicide just outside Snellville city limits as an example of lax protection.

Gwinnett Parks & Rec Calendar for April 2013

Photography contest, art shows. Mother-Daughter-Dolly Tea, Wheels & Deals Car Show, yard sales and Meteor Campout just a few of the activities occurring at county parks this month.

Eastside Drops Appeal of State's Denial of 10-bed ER Facility in Loganville

Georgia Department of Community Health had denied Eastside Medical a Certificate of Need and Eastside appeal the ruling.

Publix Issues Voluntary Recall on Publix Deli Tri Fruit and Grain Salad

The products could be infected with Listeria monocytogenes.

Recall of some Farm Rich Products Due to Possible E. Coli Contaminations

The voluntary recall includes certain batches of Mini Quesadillas, Mini Pizza Slices, Philly Cheese Steaks and Mozzarella bites sold nationwide in November 2012.

FAA Says Briscoe Field Control Tower to Close May 5

The Gwinnett County airport tower is closing due to budget cuts.

Two Businesses Qualify for Package Store Licences in Loganville

One business in Walton and one in Gwinnett qualified for package store licenses in Loganville, negating the need for a lottery. That is, however, contingent on the three unsuccessful applicants not appealing to Superior Court.

Metro Atlanta’s Unemployment Rate Declines to 8.3 percent in February

The rate was 9.3 percent in February a year ago.

Should Georgia-Tennessee Border Be Changed Over Water?

The Georgia General Assembly has passed a resolution that favors a new state line. Share your thoughts.

The Mark of a Mayor

Ray Nunley may no longer be the sitting mayor of Loganville, but the mark of his leadership remains for all to see.

Loganville Mayor Resigns, Special Election Called

There will be a special election on June 18, 2013, to fulfill the remaining six months of Loganville Mayor Ray Nunley's term. The mayor tendered his resignation, effective immediately, as he undergoes treatment for cancer.

Loganville Mayor Nunley to Resign

Citing health issues, Loganville Mayor Ray Nunley will tender his resignation, according to city officials. The mayor was diagnosed with cancer late last year.

Ga. Supreme Court Upholds Gwinnett Trash Plan

A Superior Court judge ruled in favor of the county in September, and on Monday the Georgia Supreme Court reaffirmed that ruling.

Butler Sentenced to Life Without the Possibility of Parole

Corey Butler, 31, of Monroe, was found guilty in a bench trial on March 18, 2013, for the murder of Epsie Ewing, 65, of Loganville. Tuesday he was sentenced to life without parole.

Know Before You Go: Gwinnett Road Closures for the Upcoming Week

Check out our interactive map to find where, when and why local roads will be closed for construction, from the Gwinnett DOT. (Updated weekly)

Control Tower at Briscoe Field to Close

The tower in Lawrenceville, Ga. is one of 149 regional airport control towers to close starting next month due to budget cuts at the FAA

Is Saturday Delivery of Mail Worth a Possible $47 Billion Bailout?

It looks like Saturday delivery of the USPS mail has been saved for now, but at what cost?

Bill Lowering Georgia BUI Limit Awaits Governor's Signature

The House passes the boater-safety bill named for children killed on Lake Lanier in 2012. The governor's signature is expected.

Would You Support a Gwinnett SPLOST Vote in 2013?

The current sales tax expires after this year. Voters must approve an extension, but they need a chance. In the last SPLOST so far Grayson's share was $1,126,877 and Loganville's amounted to $1,291,767.

Computers at DDS Were Down Again on Thursday Morning

The computers were down for much of the day Monday. A spokesperson said the computers were in the process of coming back on line.

Beaudreau's Commission Expenses Under Investigation

Ex-commissioner Mike Beaudreau is alleged to have significantly outspent his fellow commissioners while in office.

Contractors Selected During Grayson City Council Meeting

Lawrenceville mayor Judy Johnson was in attendance during the March 18 meeting.

Gwinnett BOC To Begin Town Hall Meetings in April

The initial session will be in Lawrenceville. More town halls are promised.

Butler Found Guilty in the 2009 Murder of Epsie Ewing, 65, of Loganville

Corey Butler, 31, was found guilty Monday in all 14 counts in the indictment for the 2009 murder of Epsie Ewing, 65, of Loganville.

'Risk of Tornado' Today for Walton and Gwinnett

Hazardous weather is forecast for the area Monday.

Closing Arguments Expected Monday in First of Ewing Murder Trials

Corey Butler, 31, will be in court again Monday as the first of the three trials in the murder of Epsie Ewing, 65, of Loganville, continues.

One Application for Loganville Liquor Store in Compliance, Four of Six Rejections Appealed

Loganville received seven applications for two package stores in the city, and has rejected all but one. Four of the rejections have since been appealed.

If You're Planning to Travel in Gwinnett Check in on Upcoming Road Closures

Check out our interactive map to find where, when and why local roads will be closed for construction, from the Gwinnett DOT. (Updated with new road closures)

Partee Reneges on Plea Agreement in Ewing Trial, Is Back Facing the Death Penalty

After pleading guilty less than 30 minutes before to lesser charges in exchange for his testimony on Friday, Barry Partee declined to testify, claiming he had been coerced by his attorney.

Loganville Residents Invited to ‘Relay for Ray’ In Honor of Mayor Battling Cancer

Loganville city officials invited the community to join their team and ‘Run for Ray’ in this year’s Relay for Life in honor of Loganville Mayor Ray Nunley.

Georgia Looks to Lower Legal Limit for Boaters in 'Drunk Boater' Bill

The Lake Lanier-inspired bill, which has passed the Senate and is in the House, also would mandate other boating safety changes.

Two Defendants in Ewing Trial Expected in Court Thursday

One of the three accused in the 2009 murder of Epsie Ewing, 65, of Loganville, is expected to plead guilty in Walton County Superior Court Thursday and the bench trial of another is expected to get under way.

Woodall Sets Town Hall Meetings -- On Phone and In Person

U.S. Rep. Rob Woodall announces two telephone town hall call-ins and two in-person town hall meetings in March.

Protest at South Gwinnett Monday to 'Demand that Congress Stop Sequestration'

On a furlough day at a Gwinnett County public school, local leaders and teachers are coming together to highlight the impact of reduced funding for public education and to demand that Congress stop sequestration immediately.

Agenda for the March Work Session of the Loganville City Council

Loganville will have the March work session of the city council at 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2013. at City Hall.