Out of over 2800 students selected for the National Merit Scholarship, 14 graduates representing six different high schools within the Gwinnett County Public School system were chosen.  The list of National Merit Scholars included two graduates from North Gwinnett and one from Collins Hill here in Suwanee. The other high schools represented were Brookwood, Parkview, Norcross and Duluth high schools.

The Robert C. Boyd Honors Scholars included 12 Gwinnett County Public School graduates representing 12 different high schools, including Suwanee’s North Gwinnett, Collins Hill and Peachtree Ridge.

Congratulations to all the scholarship recipients and to the outstanding work of the high schools here in Gwinnett county.

For a complete list of the student names and more information, check out Heather Darenberg’s article in the Sunday (6/28) Gwinnett Daily Post.

Check out all the scheduled in events in today’s Gwinnett Daily Post.

Celebration Locations – Gwinnett Daily Post (7/1/09)

Originally posted on GwinnettDwellings.com

Opening on August 18, 2006 with approximately 100 students, GGC held its first commencement ceremony on May 29, 2009 featuring U.S. Army Gen. David Petraeus speaking to the class of approximately 40 graduates along with their friends, families, community leaders and college staff. The college now expects to enroll over 3000 students in the fall semester and is well on its way to becoming a strong educational institution for the state.

While there are no established timetables for gaining accreditation, GGC’s ability to achieve this tremendous goal in less than three years is a testimony to the drive and determination of the college president, Dr. Daniel J. Kaufman, as well as his faculty and staff. Georgia’s first new 4-year public college in over 100 years is now accredited and prepared to continue adding new degree programs and students in the many years to come.

Originally posted on GwinnettDwellings.com

Many local organizations, including the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, the Duluth Rotary Club and the Suwanee Business Alliance, are taking advantage of opportunities for group events at the new stadium. It is a great venue and group ticket packages are very reasonable. Groups, clubs and businesses are recognizing this as a fun and appealing way to get everyone together in a relaxed atmosphere for a very enjoyable experience.

If you are a member of the Suwanee Business Alliance, then don’t miss our night at the ballpark on May 9th. If you’re not a member, then come to our next meeting on Wednesday (4/8/09) at the Chattahoochee Run Clubhouse (6:00-8:00) and then join the group. Check it out at Suwanee.org.

Gwinnett Braves Master Of Ceremonies Auditions

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The residents of Settles Bridge and Barrington subdivisions have the added benefit of being right next door to this beautiful park with sidewalk access from their neighborhood entrance areas.  All of the residential neighborhoods along Suwanee Dam Road northwest of Peachtree Industrial will benefit from their close proximity to this new park and many neighborhoods are within easy walking or bicycling distance.  Residents can enjoy the opportunity to picnic in the park or just watch their children play in the playground and along the trails.  This is just one more reason to consider Suwanee when looking for a great place to “play hard, live well and smile more.”

Photos taken Sunday (10/5/08)  Sims Lake Park in Suwanee, GA Community Video – Suwanee, GA 30024

The City of Suwanee shares many of the same goals as Gwinnett county in upgrading the solid waste management systems within our community.  These goals include expanding recycling opportunities, saving energy, improving collection efficiencies, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, environmental enhancements and improving resident quality of life.  As city officials analyze Suwanee’s needs in 2009, opportunites will be provided for citizen input and feedback throughout the process.

The award is based on the judgement of an impartial panel evaluating the city’s ability to meet the highest standards for clear communication of the city’s financial status and full disclosure within the 2007 fiscal year.  GFOA is a nonprofit association serving approximately 16,000 government finance professionals.

This adds to the city’s ever increasing awards, honors and recognition for the outstanding work being done manage, promote and grow the community in a responsible and productive way, including the recognition by Money Magazine as One of the Top 10 Cities to Live in 2007.  Just another reason consider Suwanee, Georgia for your next home or business expansion..Play hard, Live well, Smile more.

Originally posted on my Trulia Blog

Again, the view over the Town Center Park continues to change daily as construction continues on the new Suwanee City Hall building. I was fortunate this morning to catch the sunrise streaming through steel frame for the top of the clock tower being assembled by welders on the ground before lifting it into its final position 115 feet above the park. The beauty of the sky and bright orange sun surrounding the early morning construction activity reflects Suwanee’s dedication to preserving its natural beauty and history amidst thirving growth and prosperity.

Enjoy the scenery and look for more in the weeks ahead as the City Hall approaches completion in mid-December.

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