The estimate of autism prevalence in U.S. children has slightly increased, to about 1 in 59, the CDC reported Thursday.
Convenience store clerk thwarts attempted robbery by throwing lock
A Bibb County convenience store clerk stopped a robbery, but paid a high price in the process.
Public safety issues continue after building collapse in downtown LaFayette
The collapse of a building in LaFayette’s downtown square earlier this year continues to pose safety problems.
Trampoline park launches in Cumming
Cumming-based Launch Trampoline Park recently announced the Grand Opening of their brand-new location at 5967 Bethelview Road in Cumming on Saturday, April 28th at 10:00 A.M. Launch Cumming is the largest trampoline park in the area. The 35,000 square foot indoor sports and family entertainment facility features over 16,000 square feet of connected trampolines, providing adults and kids […]
Gwinnett County Transit to get free Wi-Fi on buses
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners recently approved the purchase of equipment to make Wi-Fi available on Gwinnett County Transit’s entire bus fleet. This free amenity is now available on all GCT buses for patrons with Wi-Fi enabled mobile devices. “The Wi-Fi connection will allow our customers to stay connected while they enjoy their stress-free […]
Music streaming giant Pandora announces Atlanta expansion
Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Pandora, the largest music streaming service in the U.S., will expand its presence and create 250 jobs in Atlanta over the next three years. “With this expansion, Pandora will benefit from the strategic resources available to digital leaders operating in Georgia, as well as close proximity to our vibrant […]
Veteran firefighter named as Gwinnett’s new fire chief
Gwinnett County Administrator Glenn Stephens has announced the appointment of Assistant Fire Chief Russell Knick to succeed Fire Chief Casey Snyder, who is retiring after 29 years of service to Gwinnett County. Knick, a 24-year veteran of the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, assumes his new role on May 6 and is expected to […]
New school-justice partnership could decrease the number of incarcerated students in Bibb County
After participating in a two-day presentation and discussion, prosecutors, representatives from the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, Bibb County School District and other government and community partners have developed the framework for a new school-justice partnership. The partnership, modeled on successes experienced by Clayton County’s schools and juvenile court, will focus on addressing the root […]
Gulfstream’s $55 million expansion to bring 200 new jobs to Savannah
Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., the world’s leading business jet manufacturer, will create 200 jobs and invest $55 million in an expansion of its service center operations in Savannah. New jobs will include positions in Gulfstream’s service and support organization. “Aerospace products are currently the No. 1 export for our state […]
Former medical office employee who pleaded guilty to theft and forgery ordered to pay $711,000
Melissa Dyan Zediker, a 49-year-old former medical office staffer, plead guilty to 49 counts of theft by taking and one count of forgery. A judge handed down a 30 year sentence, five of which must be serve din prison. Zediker also must pay $711,881 in restitution to her former employer.
