NORCROSS, GA — A 22-year-old Norcross man is facing murder and aggravated assault charges in connection with the <a href="https://patch.com/georgia/norcross/lawrenceville-man-killed-norcross-shooting" target="_blank" rel="noopener">shooting death</a> of a Lawrenceville man in April, Gwinnett County Police said Tuesday. Jerrett Mitchell, 22, of Lawrenceville, was found shot to death around 6 p.m., April 28, in the doorway of an Indian Trail Road restaurant. A second man injured in the shooting had injuries that were not life threatening. Police said Xavier Jones has been arrested in the case and is being held in the Cobb County Jail on unrelated charges. Jones was charged on suspicion of felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of a firearm during the commission of certain crimes. Police have not said what led to the shooting.

NORCROSS, GA — A 22-year-old Norcross man is facing murder and aggravated assault charges in connection with the <a href="https://patch.com/georgia/norcross/lawrenceville-man-killed-norcross-shooting" target="_blank" rel="noopener">shooting death</a> of a Lawrenceville man in April, Gwinnett County Police said Tuesday.

Jerrett Mitchell, 22, of Lawrenceville, was found shot to death around 6 p.m., April 28, in the doorway of an Indian Trail Road restaurant. A second man injured in the shooting had injuries that were not life threatening. Police said Xavier Jones has been arrested in the case and is being held in the Cobb County Jail on unrelated charges.

Jones was charged on suspicion of felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of a firearm during the commission of certain crimes. Police have not said what led to the shooting.

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Celebrate Small Business Month with the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) at one of the most dynamic, high-energy community experiences in Gwinnett! A Taste of Black Gwinnett is more than an event — it’s a movement of culture, connection, and economic power.&nbsp;This edition of A Taste of Black Gwinnett is bring you comedy, music, food, products, and services
This special Small Business Month edition is designed to spotlight and support Black-owned businesses, youth entrepreneurs, creatives, and food vendors while bringing the community together for an unforgettable experience.
<h2>WHAT TO EXPECT</h2>
<ul><li>Delicious Food from Local Vendors</li><li>Black-Owned Business Marketplace</li><li>Music + Vibes</li><li>Trivia, Games + Spades</li><li>Family-Friendly Fun</li><li>Photo Moments + Social Media Highlights</li><li>Networking + Business Connections</li></ul>
<h2>VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES (LIMITED SPOTS)</h2>
This is your chance to sell, promote, and connect directly with the community.
<ul><li>Business Vendors</li><li>Youthpreneurs (under 18)</li><li>Food Vendors</li></ul>
All vendors will gain exposure to a highly engaged audience ready to support Black businesses.
<h2>WHY YOU NEED TO BE HERE</h2>
This isn’t just another pop-up. This is about: ✔ Circulating dollars in our community ✔ Supporting Black entrepreneurship ✔ Building relationships that lead to real opportunities ✔ Celebrating US — our culture, our excellence, our power
<h2>COMMUNITY ADMISSION</h2>
Bring your family, your friends, your appetite, and your energy. Youth 12 and under - FREE General Admission - $5 Appetizers: $5-$10 - An assortment of great food samples including non-meat options. Beverages: Lemonade ($5), Tea ($3), Water ($1), Beer ($3) and Wine ($5)
Let’s celebrate, support, and build together.
<h2>POWERED BY</h2>
<ul><li>Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC)</li><li>Black Gwinnett Magazine</li><li>Urban Mediamakers Film Festival</li><li>Black Gun Owners</li><li>Come Meet A Black Person Anti-Black Initiative</li><li>Camrose Creative Services</li></ul>
Register Now — Vendor Spots Will Sell Out FAST! Select the 'TICKET' button and purchase a vendor space. Vendor spots start at $75.
OUR BUSINESS OWNERS EXHIBITING INCLUDE
Arkad Business Solutions | Black Gun Owners | Black Gwinnett Magazine | Camrose Creative Services | Come Meet A Black Person | Elisme Consulting Services | Fingerz Restaurant | Frances Cress Welsing Society | Georgia Micro Enterprise Network (GMEN) | L&amp;E Middle Prep Academy | Moses-Ragsdale Kitchen | The City Bodega Cafe | Urban Mediamakers Film Festival | Zeneth Quest Consulting
BE A VENDOR AT THE EVENT! Register today! Questions: Call Renee at 404.590.4716.
Exhibit your products and/or services as a vendor during A Taste of Black Gwinnett. Vendors receive a table, two chairs, and marketing by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce and Black Gwinnett Magazine.
Vendor table registrations are available here in this listing as a ticket.
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Presented by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce, Urban Mediamakers, Black Gwinnett Magazine and Camrose Creative Services.
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