Gun Control News: Congress Renews Plastic Gun Ban

The renewal comes on the eve of the 1-year anniversary of the Sandy Hook shootings which claimed the lives of 20 elementary school children and six school staff.

Remembering Nelson Mandela

The South African leader spent 27 years imprisoned, then emerged to become his country's first black president, has died at the age of 95.

City Council Approves Rezoning for New Landscaping Supply Business

Also discussed during the Work Session was a BYOB ordinance and a joint SPLOST project list with Gwinnett County.

Gwinnett Citizens SPLOST Panel To Meet Again

The group was formed to make recommendations for transportation projects.

City Council to Hear Rezoning Request, SPLOST and BYOB Ordinance

Tuesday, residents will have an opportunity to make public comments about the proposed rezoning request to allow for a garden supply business.

Want to Check Georgia Traffic Conditions? There's an App for That

Find out which routes to avoid courtesy of the Georgia Department of Transportation.

Are You Smart Enough To Be An American?

Take this exam to see if you would qualify for U.S. citizenship.

Trash Pickup Moved To Saturday for Thanksgiving Week

Because of the holiday, trash pick has been rescheduled for Peachtree Corners residents.

City Council Hears Code Enforcement Plans For Apartments During Work Session

City leaders also voted to approve the 2033 Comprehensive Plan and heard presentations on the planned franchise fee increase by Georgia Power.

Ga. Power Increases Franchise Fees for Peachtree Corners Customers

The increase for a resident with an average monthly usage of 1,000 kwh is expected to be an additional $2.36 per month.

Gwinnett Plans No Property Tax Increase in 2014

County officials unveil their budget proposal for the coming year. Share your thoughts.

Simpsonwood Property Sale: A Case of Broken Trust?

Without a fight, the North Georgia Conference and the Simpsonwood Retreat Center was able to get Miss Ludie Simpson's wishes overturned. The Peachtree Corners property is now up for sale.

City to Consider Adopting Comprehensive Plan

Also on the agenda are presentations on SPLOST, Code Enforcement and Franchise Fees.

Diverging Diamond Update: Lane Closure on Jimmy Carter Boulevard

One eastbound lane is scheduled to be closed between Crescent and McDonough drives on Nov. 19.

Landscaping Supply Company Moving into Peachtree Corners

Green Brothers, local landscaping and supply company, expects to be open by spring 2014.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Plans for Town Center Take Center Stage at Town Hall Meeting

The Avocet clubhouse was full Monday night as city council members Jeanne Aulbach, Lorri Christopher and Alex Wright hosted a meeting to discuss plans for the property across from The Forum.

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

Four Cases Decided in Peachtree Corners Municipal Court

Judge Barrett heard cases that ranged from illegal dumping to an inoperative automobile parked in a front yard.

Peachtree Corners Voters Approve Redevelopment Powers Referendum

And county-wide voters approved to extend SPLOST for another three years. The revenue is expected to be used primarily for transportation projects.

Gwinnett County Voters Say Yes to SPLOST

Gwinnett officials estimate that the new three-year SPLOST could bring in as much as $498 million.

Voter Turnout Light at One Peachtree Corners Poll Location

Voter turnout typically is around 10 percent.

Town Hall Meeting Set For Nov. 11 to Discuss Town Center Development

City leaders will discuss the development of the city-owned property across from The Forum.

Advance Voting Turnout Low for Gwinnett SPLOST

With turnout so light, a handful of voters could swing the election either way. Polls are open Tuesday, Nov. 5 until 7 p.m.

Voters Decide Tuesday on SPLOST, Redevelopment Powers for City

Find your polling location, and sample ballot.

Gwinnett SPLOST: Voters To Decide Multimillion Dollar Issue

Addressing some key issues about the multimillion-dollar issue that is before voters. Add your thoughts.

Mayor Calls for Time Out on Town Center Project

Peachtree Corners mayor said he wants the community to know that "the City Council does not support a 354-apartment complex on the city-owned property."

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Still Have Questions About SPLOST?

A joint meeting between the Gwinnett Tea Party, which opposes the 1-cent sales tax extension, and Gwinnett County Commission will answer questions on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at a town hall meeting.

Council Member To Be at Food Truck Tuesday to Answer City Related Questions

Lorri Christopher, (Post 5), will be on hand for an informal Q&A on city-related topics including the upcoming SPLOST and Redevelopment Powers vote on the Nov. 5 ballot.

Schools Could Get New Emergency System if SPLOST Approved

Gwinnett County and Buford City officials announced plans to upgrade the emergency notification system at local schools. The $5 million needed for the project would come from the 2014 SPLOST-- if it is approved.

Trash, Code Enforcement, Town Center, Topics at Town Hall Meeting

Also on the agenda, Tax Allocation Districts and the possible inclusion of apartments in the new mixed use development planned for the property across from the Forum.

City to Apply for Livable Centers Initiative Grant

The grant would fund a study focusing on ways to enhance the downtown concept and tie in the areas nearby.

Get Updates on City Progress at Upcoming Town Hall Meeting

Council member Phil Sadd is hosting an informational meeting on Peachtree Corners' new trash collection service, code enforcement and plans for the property across from The Forum among topics.

Dogs, Puppies Available for Adoption at Gwinnett Shelter

Early SPLOST Voting Starts Monday

Voters can start casting their ballots on the issue Oct. 14.

Learn About Redevelopment Powers and TADs

The United Peachtree Corners Civic Association is hosting a forum on Redevelopment Powers which will be listed as a referendum item on next month's ballot.

Have You Seen the New $100 Bill?

The new c-note has a number of security features to reduce the chances of counterfeiting.

Committee Proposes Roads Receive Lions' Share of SPLOST Funds

As election day nears, a special panel suggest funding allocations. Two Peachtree Corners residents, Scott Hilton and Alan Kaplan, are on the 6-member Gwinnett committee.

Judge Hears First Code Enforcement Cases

Peachtree Corners' newly appointed judge heard seven code violation cases recently.