Gwinnett Forum

Gwinnett Forum serves as an online platform for community discussions focused on practical and reasonable solutions to enhance life in Gwinnett County, Georgia, USA. Each week, this website features commentary on various issues intended to encourage idea sharing, foster public discussions, and work towards a better quality of life in Gwinnett. Influential members of the Gwinnett community will cover a wide array of topics aimed at ensuring progress. A key aspect of this platform is the valuable feedback generated by these discussions. We also invite thoughtful contributions from all community members to inspire fresh ideas and promote meaningful debate.

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BRACK: Norcross cemetery, dated from 1870, looking shabby

1 week ago | gwinnettforum.com | Elliott Brack

“You can tell a lot about a town by the way it keeps up its courthouse and its cemeteries.”— the late South Georgia attorney and Marine lieutenant colonel and World War II veteran John Mattox (1917-1993). By Elliott BrackEditor and publisher, GwinnettForumMAY 30, 2025 | If you take the words above, it is obvious that the City of Norcross has a handsome City Hall, which is well kept up. However, you can’t say that about its city cemetery.
NEW for 5/30: On cups, Norcross cemetery, responsibility

1 week ago | gwinnettforum.com | Elliott Brack |Jack Bernard |Katie Holten

· A HISTORICAL MARKER tells part of the history of the Norcross City Cemetery. It is located east of Buford Highway, with Cemetery Street starts where Holcomb Bridge Road ends. Norcross resident Gene Ramsey often gives historical tours of the cemetery. For a pictorial view of the current conditions of the cemetery, see Elliott Brack’s perspective below.
BRACK: County, Mulberry city need to start discussions

1 week ago | gwinnettforum.com | Elliott Brack

By Elliott BrackEditor and Publisher, GwinnettForumMAY 27, 2025 | The continual refusal of Gwinnett County government to recognize and work with the new City of Mulberry is foolish and uncalled for. It might even be dangerous for Mulberry citizens if Gwinnett County departments fail to respond to certain activities in Mulberry. So far this standoff seems to be nearly one-sided with the county dragging its feet.
NEW for 5/27: On narcissism, negotiations and financial matters

1 week ago | gwinnettforum.com | Mike Wood |Elliott Brack |Randy Brunson

· OPENING OF A GWINNETT-BASED OFFICE for Georgia Tech’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP) took place last week. Strategically located within the Gwinnett Chamber building and adjacent to Partnership Gwinnett’s offices, the new space enhances local access to GaMEP’s extensive services for manufacturers and supply chain companies across the region.
ANOTHER VIEW: SCORE can benefit many veterans with its service

2 weeks ago | gwinnettforum.com | Jack Bernard

By Jack Bernard, contributing columnistPEACHTREE CITY, Ga. | SCORE is a nonprofit national organization which has the nation’s largest network of expert business mentors. SCORE is proud to be a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Gwinnett veterans wanting to do business with the government can find SCORE helpful.
BRACK: One guy leaves among his legacy, a party shack

2 weeks ago | gwinnettforum.com | Elliott Brack

By Elliott BrackEditor and Publisher, GwinnettForumMAY 23, 2025 | None of us will ever live to realize what our legacy is going to be. Most of us will be known by our children and their accomplishments. Some of us will be known by our nature, others by business acumen, others by constant smiles and friendliness, and still many by their constant giving to others. One guy we remember fondly is also known today for erecting a well-used party house on his property, among his many other endeavors.
BRACK: Action by school board and county drawing questions

2 weeks ago | gwinnettforum.com | Elliott Brack

By Elliott BrackEditor and Publisher, GwinnettForumMAY 20, 2025 | Compared to the rest of Metro Atlanta, Gwinnett County has experienced good, solid government during the last 50 years. The county leadership has been superb, except for the shortened Bannister years. The school board has been extraordinary, governing one of the exemplary school systems in the nation. Gwinnett city governments for the most part have been run well.
ANOTHER VIEW: Sugar Hill Church Meals on Wheels program growing

3 weeks ago | gwinnettforum.com | Chuck Allen

By Chuck AllenPastor, Sugar Hill ChurchSUGAR HILL, Ga. | For many senior adults in Gwinnett County, maintaining independence while facing mobility challenges, health issues, or financial constraints can be a significant challenge. Fortunately, Neighborhood Meals on Wheels (NMOW) serves as a vital lifeline, delivering not just nutritious meals but also meaningful human connections to our community’s most vulnerable members.
BRACK: Local chocolatier now operating under Scoffrey’s name

3 weeks ago | gwinnettforum.com | Elliott Brack

By Elliott BrackEditor and Publisher, GwinnettForumMAY 16, 2025 | Remember those two guys who ran an exquisite chocolate and gelato shop in The Forum in Peachtree Corners? They are now offering high grade chocolates via the internet out of a private kitchen in Norcross, under the name Scoffrey’s Chocolates, a name combining owners Scott Gottuso and Geoffrey Wilson. They departed the Peachtree Corners retail shop after the management company would not renew their lease.
BRACK: Gov. Kemp, enjoy retirement away from politics

3 weeks ago | gwinnettforum.com | Elliott Brack

By Elliott BrackEditor and Publisher, GwinnettForumMAY 13, 2025 | Some people seemed surprised that Brian Kemp will not run for the U.S. Senate seat against Sen. Jon Ossoff this next election. We never thought he would run. We agree with the governor’s decision.