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NEW for 4/8: On 100 years ago, Bardi’s growth, volunteers

NEW for 4/8: On 100 years ago, Bardi’s growth, volunteers

Click here to read the new edition of GwinnettForum. In this issue:
TODAY’S FOCUS: Looking at Georgia in 1925, then again in 2025
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Colorful Bardi trucks can be seen all over Atlanta
SPOTLIGHT: Peachtree Campus
ANOTHER VIEW: Volunteers needed for disability-friendly family camp
FEEDBACK: Remembers parents worrying about Social Security
UPCOMING: April is a great time for flying a kite
NOTABLE: Braselton hospital has staff of nearly 2,000
RECOMMENDED: The Nude by C. Michelle Lindley
GEORGIA TIDBIT: Hattie Saussy of Savannah had extensive art career
MYSTERY PHOTO: Massive tower is today’s special mystery photo
CALENDAR: Suwanee Art Fest on tap this weekend

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by · April 8, 2025 · Full issues
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FOCUS: Looking at Georgia in 1925, then again in 2025

By Billy Chism  |  A number of years ago, while browsing in a used bookstore on St. Simons Island, I found a thick volume titled: “American Newspaper Annual and Directory – 1926.” I carefully lifted the heavy book from the shelf, noting it was in fair condition.

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by · April 8, 2025 · Today's Focus
NEW for 12/22: NYC holiday visit, Christmas music, more

NEW for 12/22: NYC holiday visit, Christmas music, more

Click here to read the latest edition of GwinnettForum. In this issue:
TODAY’S FOCUS: What a great pre-Christmas holiday: visit New York City!
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Our Christmas season is brightened by its music
SPOTLIGHT: Georgia Gwinnett College 
ANOTHER VIEW: Is December 25th really the date of the birth of Christ?
FEEDBACK: Our nation has always had opposing factions
UPCOMING: GC&B seeks your live Christmas tree for chipping
NOTABLE: Gwinnett Place has $16 billion economic impact
CRITIC’S CORNER: Y’allmark CHRISTMAS at Horizon Theatre
RECOMMENDED: Addiction to Perfection: The Still Unravished Bride by Marion Woodman
GEORGIA TIDBIT: Iconic Bob’s Candies of candy cane fame is no more
MYSTERY PHOTO: Where is this stained glass art located?
LAGNIAPPE: Lawrenceville DAR chapter marks national Wreaths Day

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by · December 22, 2023 · Full issues
Zodiac Wheel decorations. Photos provided.

FOCUS: What a great pre-Christmas holiday — a visit to New York City!

By Billy Chism  |  I have traveled to New York City several times since my first visit in 1979, but never during the Christmas season. My wife and I, along with a friend, made the trip on December 11-15.

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by · December 22, 2023 · Today's Focus
NEW for 4/6: On “home,” Kemp and elections, policy reforms

NEW for 4/6: On “home,” Kemp and elections, policy reforms

Click here to read the latest edition. In this issue:
TODAY’S FOCUS: Pulling into your driveway, and knowing you’re home
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Could the voting limits take down a sitting governor?
ANOTHER VIEW: Provides list of what he sees as national list of reforms
SPOTLIGHT: The 1818 Club
FEEDBACK: Two who want to stay with impeachment the way it is
UPCOMING: Go online to apply for jobs for Stripers at Coolray 
NOTABLE: PCOM students help by sped-up training, giving vaccinations
RECOMMENDED: Revolutionary Petunias by Alice Walker
GEORGIA TIDBIT: Georgia Contemporary art museum open three days a week
MYSTERY PHOTO: Feast of clues await you in today’s Mystery Photo
CALENDAR: Clean-Up Day to be Friday, April 10 in Norcross

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by · April 6, 2021 · Full issues
9/25, full issue: Dog memories; Sloppy writing; Abbreviations; Political change

9/25, full issue: Dog memories; Sloppy writing; Abbreviations; Political change

Click here to read the latest issue. Inside:
TODAY’S FOCUS: Months Later, Grief Hits, Finally Brings Relief about Loyal Companion
EEB PERSPECTIVE: Sloppy Writing and Old News Stories, Plus Check Out Abbreviations
ANOTHER VIEW: Who Has Changed, the Democratic Party or Its Former Followers?
SPOTLIGHT: Comet National Shipping
FEEDBACK: Thinks Outpouring of African-American Voters Will Elect Abrams
UPCOMING: Libertarian Party Forms Gwinnett Affiliate; Barker Is Chairman
NOTABLE: GGC Dedicates Family Executive Forum Area to Stephens Family
RECOMMENDED: Movie: Dog Days
GEORGIA TIDBIT: Church Bishop and Namesake of Andrew College Once Owned Slaves
MYSTERY PHOTO: Beautiful Columned Home Seeks Identification
CALENDAR: Georgia Author of the Year Katie Hart Smith To Visit GGC

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by · September 25, 2018 · Full issues
MYSTERY: Now if red brick could talk, lots of conservation could sprout here

MYSTERY: Now if red brick could talk, lots of conservation could sprout here

This elegant red brick building has its own stories to tell. It’s past will stun you with some of the escapades. Can you figure out where it is? Send in your thoughts to elliott@brack.net and be sure to include your hometown.

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by · October 11, 2016 · Mystery photos
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