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Governor proposes an increase in education budget and funding increase for DFCS caseworkers.
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There's lots going on in Johns Creek this week - be sure to check the Patch calendar every day.
Check out this week's top five stories.
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Use our interactive map to find out where, why and for how long road closures are planned in Gwinnett County.
Information on the step-by-step process at the closing table.
Unique project introduced by Toronto artist includes 1400 international volunteers in creating a cross-stitched fabric scroll measuring nearly 300 feet long and six feet high.
Information on the step-by-step process at the closing table.
Unique project introduced by Toronto artist includes 1400 international volunteers in creating a cross-stitched fabric scroll measuring nearly 300 feet long and six feet high.
The tax digest is expected to grow for the first time since 2008 and forecasts call for a steady recover over the next several years.
Police said the incident appears to be a growing trend called "swatting" where emergency personnel are dispatched to a home or business when no emergency exists.
Make reservations, purchase tickets online for the March 7 event to be held in Johns Creek at the Atlanta Athletic Club.
Other restaurants written up for not keeping food at proper temperatures. Scores range from 75-C to 95-A. Find out if your favorite Peachtree Corners dining spot is on the list.
Gwinnett Police responded to 20 crimes in that occurred in Peachtree Corners within an 8-day period including two assaults and one case of identity theft.
Police reported 166 traffic accidents in December. Find out where the worst intersections for collisions are in Johns Creek.