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Gwinnett Daily Post

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Two Gwinnett school board members speak out on retention bonuses

Two Gwinnett County school board members are, in their individual capacities, addressing teachers concerns on the retention bonuses that educators found out they would not receive this week. Board Chairwoman Tarece Johnson-Morgan and Board member Rachel Stone reiterated Gwinnett County Public Schools’ stance that the bonuses were always contingent on whether the district received funding from the state to pay the teachers. They were quick to point out they were not speaking on behalf of the entire board, however. “Right now, social media is full of anger, rumors, and half-truths,” Johnson-Morgan said. “Some of it comes from real pain. Some of it is meant to divide us: teachers against leaders, and neighbors against public schools.” GCPS officials told teachers on Monday that they would not receive retention bonuses this year because there was no funding to pay for it. The announcement quickly took off on social media after district officials accidentally sent it to parents as well as educators. District officials told the Daily Post that the message, which was signed by Chief Financial Officer Masana Mailliard and Interim Chief Human Resources J.W. Mozley, stands as the district’s official statement on the retention bonus issue. “The supplement was contingent on

Gwinnett County, GA · 15h

WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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5 schools face consolidation threat in metro Atlanta county, magnet programs also may be impacted

A message sent to parents, and a video shared to the Rockdale County Schools social media by Superintendent Dr. Stephanie Johnson says the district is considering closing and consolidating five schools and moving two magnet programs.

Rockdale County, GA · 2d

Monroe Local News

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Barrow County Government is hiring

Barrow County Government has several open job postings. Click or tap on the relevant link for more information. Editor’s Note: These job postings were found on the Barrow County career website on Nov. 8, 2026. Please note a job posting could be removed at any time due to the position being filled.

Barrow County, GA · 4d
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WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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Metro Atlanta academy to build $47 million athletics complex

BARROW COUNTY, Ga. — The Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy is building a new $47 million athletics complex funded by an ELOST, or Educational Local Option Sales and Use Taxes. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]. Construction on the project began in fall 2026. A...

Barrow County, GA · 3d

Red and Black

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Every minute counts: National EMS faces scrutiny over ambulance response times in Athens

National Emergency Medical Services (EMS), the contracted for-profit 911 emergency ambulance provider for Oconee and Athens-Clarke counties, has recently drawn criticism from public officials over response times and call prioritization. The Athens-Clarke County (ACC) Mayor and Commission meeting in September showcased the twice-yearly report on the performance of emergency medical...

Athens, GA · 21h

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Game Preview: CCHS varsity flag football vs. Monroe Area High School and Oconee County High School

Clarke Central High School head varsity flag football coach Cherelle Pass poses with blocker Joanne Fischetti (right) and center Kennadi Jordan (left), both seniors, in the CCHS Billy Henderson Strength and Conditioning Center during the ODYSSEY Media Group’s Fall Sports Media Day on Sept. 13. The Gladiators have practiced in preparation for their game against Monroe Area High School and Oconee County High School on Nov. 12. “The first half of (our) practices consists of agility work, usually drills and a little bit of running, just to get our bodies warmed up. Then the next half of the practice just consists of working on our positions, and sometimes we do offensive defensive days, so we’ll work on the offense (and) go over our plays,” Jordan said. Photo by Maypop Wren.

Oconee County, GA · 2d

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Veterinarian follows unique path to become beekeeper

Elizabeth Mackey is a 63-year-old master beekeeper and exotic veterinarian from Watkinsville who grew up an Army brat and owned pets such as guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits and fish. She appreciates the science of how animal bodies work, but said she never knew she wanted to be a veterinarian. “There...

Watkinsville, GA · 2d

WGAU

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Georgia’s youngest county commissioner is a 22-year-old college student

“The first policy I want to get passed no matter what is decriminalizing cannabis,” Culberson said.

Gwinnett County, GA · 2d

Gwinnett Daily Post

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Shiloh draws huge state test in reigning state champion Creekside

In its return to the state football playoffs, Shiloh faces a tall task in Round 1. The Generals travel Friday night to play at Creekside, last year’s Class AAAA state champion after a 15-0 season. The Seminoles, who haven’t lost to a Georgia team since falling to Marist in the 2024 state semifinals, are 9-1 this season after reeling off nine straight wins since a season-opening loss to Clay-Chalkville (Ala.). Quarterback Savoy Nichols, a 6-foot-6, 205-pound dual threat, leads a balanced Creekside offense with 2,061 passing yards and 26 touchdowns. The Tarleton State (Texas) commit is joined in the backfield by several playmakers led by Clemson commit Gary Walker (927 rushing yards, 15 TDs) and Branden Wiley (580 rushing yards, 12 TDs). Five Creekside receivers have at least four TD catches, including Boston College commit Armani Hill (19-478-7). Other standouts on the loaded Creekside roster include Alabama commit Darrius White and Tennessee commit Carter Jamison at defensive back, Auburn commit Jaylon Moore (6-foot-4, 290 pounds) at offensive line and Colorado commit Kenny Fairley at defensive line. A run-heavy Shiloh offense must find a way to crack a talented defense. The unit leans heavily on its line and senior running back

Snellville, GA · 1d

Gwinnett Daily Post

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Gwinnett Sheriff's Office hands out Thanksgiving dinners

Thanksgiving is still two weeks away but Gwinnett families lined up at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville last Friday to go ahead and make sure they had their Turkey Day meals lined up already. The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office teamed up with Sheriff Keybo Taylor’s Keybo Building Bridges and Volunteer Gwinnett to stage the sixth annual Thanksgiving Food Giveaway last week. The annual event is designed to ensure families can get the key basics of a Thanksgiving meal so they will have a dinner to put on the table on Nov. 26. Families who came to the event, which operated on a first come, first served basis, got a frozen turkey as well as sides such as stuffing and vegetables. “Thank you, Gwinnett, GCSO and all our partners who made the Turkey Drive a success,” Taylor said in a statement on social media over the weekend. “We are a blessed community because of you.”

Lawrenceville, GA · 3d

WSB Radio

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Another metro Atlanta school district proposes consolidating five schools amid declining enrollment

The district plans to hold five information sessions and public hearings through December to give families and community members an opportunity to learn more about the proposal.

Rockdale County, GA · 1d

Rough Draft Atlanta

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Mulberry mayor discusses Gwinnett legal fight in Norcross

Mulberry Mayor Michael Coker discussed the city's ongoing legal battle with Gwinnett County over its incorporation and the importance of negotiating efficient service delivery despite political differences. The post Mulberry mayor discusses Gwinnett legal fight in Norcross appeared first on Rough Draft® .

Gwinnett County, GA · 2d

CBS News Atlanta

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Rockdale County proposes combining five schools as enrollment falls

Some Rockdale County students could attend a different school in fall 2027 under a district proposal to combine five schools and redraw some attendance boundaries. High school zones would stay the same.

Rockdale County, GA · 1d

Gwinnett Daily Post

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Parkview, South Gwinnett bring high-powered offenses into Round 1 matchup

Two of Gwinnett County’s most potent offenses face off in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA state football playoffs on Friday in Lilburn. Parkview hosts South Gwinnett in a rematch of a regular-season game from Aug. 28, when visiting Parkview posted a 55-29 win. A quick start that night proved to be the difference for the Panthers, who jumped out to a 20-3 lead after the first quarter. Zandon Mullins powered the victory with 25 rushes for 164 yards and four touchdowns, though quarterback Greg Hart completed 12 of 14 passes for 281 yards and a TD. Most of the passes went to Christian Ema, who had seven catches for 200 yards and a score. South quarterback C.J. Peoples also had a big day in a losing effort, completing 14 of 25 passes for 302 yards and three TDs and rushing nine times for 50 yards. Jayden Juniors had five catches for 116 yards and a TD, and Jaleel Braker had two catches for 60 yards and two TDs. Those same players on both sides have continued to put up big numbers throughout the season, including last week in Game 10 losses. Peoples was 19 of 33 passing for

Lilburn, GA · 1d

Gwinnett Daily Post

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Rainbow Village receives $1.1 million federal grant to expand housing and services for homeless families

Rainbow Village is receiving a $1.1 million federal investment to help expand housing and support services for families experiencing homelessness, marking a significant milestone in the nonprofit’s ongoing efforts to address housing instability across Metro Atlanta. Approximately two years into its Building Homes, Building Hope Capital Campaign, the organization was awarded the funding through the Congressionally Directed Community Project Funding (CPF) process, administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The funding was secured through the efforts of Senator Raphael Warnock. The investment comes as Rainbow Village prepares for one of the most transformative expansions in its 35-year history. Plans call for the construction of 36 additional apartments on its campus, increasing its residential capacity from 30 to 66 families. Beyond expanding its housing options, the federal funding will help strengthen the organization’s programs, services and infrastructure to accommodate the growing number of families it serves. “Too many Georgia families are struggling to keep up with rising housing costs, making the need for affordable housing increasingly urgent,” Warnock said. “I’m glad this federal funding is going towards Rainbow Village Inc. to support the construction of transitional housing for Georgians experiencing homelessness in Gwinnett County. Affordable housing provides

Atlanta Metropolitan Area, GA · 3d

northatlantastar.com

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Home Sales Fall Sharply in Forsyth and Gwinnett, but Prices Hold Steady

Home sales fell more than 20% in Forsyth and Gwinnett counties in October compared with a year earlier, while median sale prices barely moved, leaving buyers facing much the same prices in a quieter market. Forsyth recorded 175 residential sales, down from 232 in October 2025, according to Georgia MLS....

Gwinnett County, GA · 17h

Monroe Local News

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Walnut Grove to light its Christmas tree Saturday, Nov. 21

WALNUT GROVE, GA (Nov. 12, 2026) – The City of Walnut Grove will kick off the holiday season with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Event from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Walnut Grove City Hall, 2581 Leone Ave., Loganville. Themed “There’s Snow Place Like Walnut Grove,”...

Walnut Grove, GA · 1d

northatlantastar.com

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Home Inspectors Serving Duluth, Peachtree Corners, Norcross and Lawrenceville

A general home inspection is a visual assessment of accessible systems and components, not a warranty, engineering study or guarantee that every concealed problem will be found. Buyers should understand that scope before comparing inspection companies or adding specialized tests. These five businesses serve Duluth, Peachtree Corners, Norcross, Lawrenceville and...

Duluth, GA · 19h

Gwinnett Daily Post

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2026-27 Gwinnett Daily Post Super Six Wrestling

Name: Trey Gregory School: Buford Class: Junior Weight class: 165 College choices: Army, Air Force Funniest teammate: Chris Metz Age I started wrestling: 5 Song that gets me ready for a match: “Buffalo Soldier” by Bob Marley Favorite meal: Chick-fil-A Favorite teacher: Stacy McEntire Dream job: Pilot Noteworthy: • State runner-up last season • Posted a 52-8 record Coach Tom Beuglas’ take: "Trey has been with us since he entered middle school. We have seen him grow and really improve over the last few years. He works hard and trains all year. He is a great combination of size and skill. We are very proud of his effort and progress.” Name: Ariah Mills School: Buford Class: Sophomore Weight class: 126 College choice: Undecided Funniest teammate: Jayme Jones Age I started wrestling: 8 Favorite meal: Cane’s chicken fingers Favorite teacher: Mrs. Becca Powell Dream job: Division I head wrestling coach Noteworthy: • State champion last season • Finished with a 46-0 record Coach Tom Beuglas’ take: "It is a pleasure to get to coach Ariah. Not only is he an outstanding wrestler, but he is a great student and a great person. He is an excellent teammate and helps the other

Gwinnett County, GA · 1d

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2028 Gwinnett County Teacher of the Year: Gwinnett search committee narrows field to six finalists

Six Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) teachers have been selected as finalists for the 2028 Gwinnett County Teacher of the Year (TOTY) title. The finalists are Robin Colwell of Baggett Elementary School, Dr. Jennifer Clark of Duncan Creek Elementary School, Brianca Noble of Lilburn Middle School, Tashana Gayle of Northbrook Middle School, Aqueelah Ahmad-Harris of Lanier High School, and Emille Williams of Seckinger High School.

Gwinnett County, GA · 11h