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1. Safer, smoother streets coming to multiple areas throughout the City of Norcross (wsbtv.com) — Norcross is kicking off a $1.8 million resurfacing project that will repave 19 neighborhood streets now through October, so expect lane closures and delays around town. Funded largely by SPLOST and grant dollars, this work continues a multi‑year push that has already resurfaced over half of the city's streets, aiming to keep local roads safer and smoother for everyday drivers.
2. Ransomware attack hits Norcross' computer systems, leaving disruptions, officials say (cbsnews.com) — Norcross residents should know the city is still recovering from an August 1 ransomware attack that disrupted some municipal computer systems and could continue causing service hiccups. Officials say most systems are back online, cybersecurity experts and law enforcement are involved, and new security measures are being put in place while the investigation continues.
3. Renew Your Georgia Driver's License at the Grocery Store! (majicatl.com) — If your Georgia driver's license is coming up for renewal, you can now handle it during a grocery run at the Kroger on Singleton Road in Norcross, thanks to a DDS self-service kiosk and a $5 discount. The article explains how the kiosks work, what you'll need to bring, and why they can save you time compared with visiting a DDS office.
4. Gwinnett Country: Fueled for Growth (georgiatrend.com) — Norcross is spotlighted as a small‑business hub, with Mayor Craig Newton touting that over 90% of local firms have fewer than 20 employees and several major mixed‑use projects poised to add up to $175 million in value. The broader article shows how Gwinnett County's growth strategy, SPLOST investments, affordable housing projects, and transit like Ride Gwinnett are reshaping nearby cities and job opportunities.
5. Best high schools in Georgia (wsbtv.com) — Norcross families will notice Greater Atlanta Christian School on this new list of Georgia's top high schools, where it ranks among the state's highest‑rated private campuses. The statewide rundown, based on Niche data, compares schools on academics, diversity, activities, and more, helping parents gauge how local options stack up against other standout programs across Georgia.
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