Gwinnett Library System Gets $1 Million Cut

Gwinnett leaders think the libraries are necessary, but with a different approach.

Gwinnett Residents See Water and Sewer Rate Increase

The new water rate represents a 3.5 percent increase over last year's rate; the sewer rate is nearly 10 percent higher.

Gwinnett Commissioners to Ponder 2013 Budget Thursday

The $1.3 billion spending plan is on the work session agenda for January 3.

"Rep. Woodall Should be Held Accountable for Voting Against the Middle Class"

Letter to the Editor: "Congress, without the help of Representative Rob Woodall, finally came together to protect the middle class."

'Snellville Entrepreneur Summit' to Encourage, Promote Entrepreneurship

The Summit is scheduled for Jan. 15 and will showcase tools offered by the City of Snellville to help local entrepreneurs succeed.

Snellville City Council Offers the Year in Review

As members of the Snellville City Council look back on 2012, they offer their thoughts on the successes and accomplishments that have made our city great.

Rep. Rob Woodall Rejects Senate's Fiscal Cliff "Deal"

It's "all dessert and no vegetables."

Funds for Investigator in Budget

The proposed 2013 Gwinnett County budget to be voted on in early January includes DA's request for a lead investigator into government corruption in the county.

No Gwinnett County Trash Pick Up On New Years Day

Services will be delayed one day in Gwinnett County.

Nash, Hunter and Brooks to Be Sworn in Sunday

Group swearing-in ceremony will take place at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center.

Recycle Your Christmas Tree and Help Beautify Gwinnett County

Bring your Christmas tree to one of these locations in Snellville and help Gwinnett County parks and properties.

Gwinnett Upgrades Traffic Management System

It also allows more TV and online viewing of some intersections in the county.

Wind Advisory Issued for Gwinnett County Overnight Into Friday

Several counties in north and central Georgia are under wind advisories from 6 p.m. Thursday until 7 p.m. Friday

Mayor Fires City Attorney Tony Powell...Again

After nearly a year back on the job, Mayor Kautz is removing City Attorney Tony Powell from his position.

Snellville to Join in Moment of Silence for Newtown Victims

In addition, the bells will toll 26 times at a local church in honor of the children and adults killed on Dec. 14.

Rep. Rob Woodall: "Washington Has a Spending Problem"

Rep. Rob Woodall offers an update on the fiscal cliff crisis in this letter to the editor.

Ethics Complaint Filed Against Snellville Councilman Mike Sabbagh

The complaint concerns Sabbagh's conduct at a Marietta council meeting in October of 2011. (Updated Dec. 14, 8:30 p.m.)

Lasseter, Former Gwinnett County Commissioner, Reports to Florida Prison

Patch confirms that former Gwinnett County Commissioner Shirley Lasseter arrived at Satellite Prison Camp in Marianna, Fla., Wednesday, Dec. 12, to start serving a 33-month sentence.

Several Lanes on I-85 North at 316 Closed Due to Wreck

GDOT reports a tractor-trailer overturned damaging asphalt. Repairs have to be complete before road can be reopened.

City Manager Offers Three Solutions to Dam Problem at Summit Chase

The council agrees that something must be done as soon as possible.

Snellville City Council Meeting Notes

A new SUV for Snellville Police was approved, as well as a vacuum/sewer truck to clean out clogged drains.

Government Watchdog George Anderson Sued by City of Snellville

Anderson originally filed ethics complaints against Mayor Pro Tem Tom Witts.

Sugarloaf Parkway Overpass Across 316 Opens Tuesday

The overpass, entrance and exit ramps at Sugarloaf and State Route 316 in Dacula will open immediately after a 3:30 p.m. ribbon cutting ceremony.

Proposed Gwinnett Budget to be Aired

Public can comment on proposed 2013 budget at public hearing at 7 p.m. Dec. 10. No vote will be taken.

Snellville Council Meeting Agenda for Dec. 10

Growler ordinance and a new SUV for Snellville PD is on tonight's council meeting agenda.

Rep. Rob Woodall: "I Will Not be Complicit in Kicking the Can Down the Road"

Rep. Woodall discusses his thoughts on the fiscal cliff in this letter to the editor.

Rabies Alert Issued in Gwinnett County

The Gwinnett County Animal Shelter has issued a rabies alert after rabid raccoons were found in Suwanee and Buford.

Woodall Schedules Telephone Town Hall Meetings

Woodall to inform, seek input from Seventh District constituents on fiscal cliff issue.

State Rep. Kendrick to Speak to Speak During Legislative Town Hall Meeting

The delegation welcomes the public to come and ask questions or raise concerns.

Proposed County Budget Maintains Core Services Despite Significant Cuts

The proposed budget is 8.5 percent lower than the 2012 budget.

Gwinnett County PD Offers Holiday Safety Tips

The Holiday Task Force beings on Thanksgiving night.

Georgia Drivers License Wait Times Now Available Online

Customers can check wait times at any of the state's license renewal centers.

Georgia Residents Petition White House to Secede from the U.S.

White House forum draws attention from disappointed voters in more than a dozen states.

Gwinnett Residents Could See Hike in Cost of Trash Collection

Gwinnett trash collection back in courts, at Capitol. County warns outcome of either could result in increased costs for county residents.

RaceTrac Gas Station Approved for Highway 124

The new gas station, described as more of a "neighborhood market," will be on the corner of Oak Road and Highway 124.

Tense Moments and Allegations of Racism During Nov. 12 Council Meeting

The evenings proceedings had a few rocky moments.

Beer Growler Ordinance on This Week's City Council Agenda

A work session will be held at 6:30 p.m. tonight, while the public council meeting starts at 7:30. The growler ordinance will be discussed during the work session.

How Snellville Precincts Voted in the 2012 Election

Romney was the favorite in Snellville city limits, while Obama took the vote in every unincorporated polling station.

Live Coverage of the Town Hall Meeting

If you can't make it to the town hall meeting tonight at 7 p.m., hang out here for live coverage.

Abstract Artist Donna Biggee Displays Work at City Hall

Her work will be featured through the end of November.