Hometown Gwinnett - Living

Q&A Column with Insurance and Fire Commissioner John Oxendine

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 20:21:28 UT

Before selecting a prescription drug plan (PDP) or changing coverage during open enrollment for Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Coverage, Commissioner Oxendine advises citizens to consider the following information to help sort out insurance options...

New Gazebo Celebrates Tradition and Opens ‘Portals’ to New Era at Brenau

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:54:35 UT

Each gazebo entryway signifies one of the “portals of learning” – world understanding; scientific and analytic curiosity; artistic and creative imagination; and communications and language fluency. Brenau already has begun implementing multi-disciplined courses based on all of the four portals...

AtlantaMamas.com Launches to Provide Local Resource for Mothers and Families

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:29:03 UT

With many competing priorities, moms need one source to turn to for information. AtlantaMamas.com covers everything from places to go and things to do, such as sports leagues, music lessons and community services in Atlanta and North Georgia...

The Smith House Joins Historic Hotels of America

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:02:33 UT

The Smith House in Dahlonega Georgia is pleased to announce it has joined Historic Hotels of America, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and a brand of Preferred Hotel Group...

Adopt A US Soldier Offers Encouragement and Gratitude

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:11:14 UT

The non-profit organization connects military personnel who would like to be “adopted” with people who would like to provide support and recognition via letters and care packages...

Veteran Journalist Pens Book About Personal Encounter with Jesus Christ

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 14:10:38 UT

Award-winning author, James Hall tells the story of when Jesus Christ literally entered a room with him more than 30 years ago. At the time, Hall was a college student at home visiting his parents. He sas that this event changed his life dramatically...

Atlanta International Military Show in November

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:22:54 UT

The popular trade show returns Friday, November 14th and Saturday, November 15th...

Don't Let Time Hop Away. Kangaroo Conservation Center 2008 Season Ends Soon

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:00:08 UT

An eventful 2008 tour season will come to a close in six weeks, and fall is the perfect time to take a family trek to the foot of the scenic Appalachian Mountains and the Kangaroo Conservation Center...

Author Releases First Ever E-Books That Guide Children Through Grief Over Pet Loss

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 13:48:23 UT

Bill McDonald, author of several books and books on tape for children and families, has released two new unique e-books – Parsley, A Love Story and Charlie, A Love Story. Both confront the difficulties children (and adults) have in dealing with the loss of a pet. These “I know how you feel” stories gently and lovingly guide the reader through the process of grieving...

Author Releases First Ever E-Books That Guide Children Through Grief Over Pet Loss

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 01:09:40 UT

Bill McDonald, author of several books and books on tape for children and families, has released two new unique e-books – Parsley, A Love Story and Charlie, A Love Story. Both confront head-on the difficulties children (and adults) have in dealing with the loss of a pet. These “I know how you feel” stories gently and lovingly guide the reader through the process of grieving...

Harvest Pumpkins Look Good in Grandma's Pie, But They Look Even Better on Your Face

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:13:43 UT

Pumpkin peel is a fruit enzyme exfoliation accelerator and a powerful anti-oxidant. As a natural repair therapy it has beta carotene and combats free radical damage. The peel also contains a full complement of vitamin A derivatives...

So You Think You Can Tomahawk?

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:37:14 UT

The Gwinnett Braves today announced the team will hold mascot auditions on Tuesday, November 18 at the Georgia Gwinnett College...

Tanger Outlets Offers Trick-or-Treat on October 30

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 15:31:03 UT

All children ages 14 and under are invited to don their Halloween costumes and roam around the Tanger Outlet shopping center to collect candy and treats from participating stores, while supplies last...

Tech Promise Gives Georgians Access to a Georgia Tech Degree Debt-Free

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:02:05 UT

This year, 199 students from 52 counties across Georgia -- from Appling to Wilkes -- are attending the Georgia Institute Technology thanks to the G. Wayne Clough Georgia Tech Promise Scholarship Program...

One for the Porch, One for Your Plate

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:02:05 UT

When you grab a pumpkin for your fall porch this year, grab one for your plate, too...