MLK Day of Service 2026

MLK Day of Service 2026

Join us Monday, January 19 for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Volunteer Gwinnett will host service projects across the county, including wetland cleanups with Gwinnett Water Resources, food packing for homebound seniors, a Mobile Food Distribution, and activities with Gwinnett Parks and Recreation. Whether you’re serving outdoors or supporting behind the scenes, every act of service helps build a more united, caring community. Visit VolunteerGwinnett.net to learn more or email VolunteerGwinnett@GwinnettCounty.com to host a project through the Gwinnett Serves program.
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Help fill the sleigh for Gwinnett children in need

Help fill the sleigh for Gwinnett children in need

Now through Friday, December 12, Gwinnett Police is collecting new, unwrapped toys valued at $10 or more for children ages 3 to 15. Toy donations can be dropped off at any Gwinnett Police precinct or headquarters. This is a great opportunity for volunteer groups or civic organizations to give back and brighten the season for local families. To find your nearest location, view the Police Precinct Map or email PDCommunityAffairs@GwinnettCounty.com.
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Business Fire — FireFighters — Norcross

Business Fire — FireFighters — Norcross

Our crews in the Norcross area responded to a business fire yesterday afternoon on Jimmy Carter Boulevard. Thanks to strong teamwork, ongoing training, and solid leadership, firefighters quickly brought the fire under control and prevented further damage. No injuries were reported, and the fire has been ruled accidental. Solid work, A-Shift!
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Burning Natural Vegetation – Allowed / Not Allowed

Burning Natural Vegetation – Allowed / Not Allowed

No permit? No problem, if you’re only burning natural vegetation.These fires do not require a written permit, but you must follow safety rules: Allowed:• Leaves• Limbs• Natural vegetative debris that falls on your property Not Allowed:• Trash• Plastics• Furniture• Lumber treated or paintedKeep smoke low. Keep neighbors safe. When in doubt, don’t burn it.
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Address Post Visibility – Tips

Address Post Visibility – Tips

When seconds matter, your home address is one of the most important pieces of information you can give 911 dispatchers, but only if first responders can see it.Here’s what firefighters suggest every household should do:• Make sure your address is clearly visible from the street, day and night.• Use large, reflective numbers• Place them where they’re not blocked by décor or landscaping• Light them at night or use glow-in-the-dark numbers• Put numbers on both the house and the mailbox if possibleA visible address helps crews find you faster in an emergency when every second counts.
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CFA Holiday Party

CFA Holiday Party

What a fantastic evening!Last night’s ( 03-Dec-2025) CFA Holiday Party was filled with laughter, friendship, and holiday cheer. Our White Elephant gift exchange brought out the best surprises and the biggest smiles — it was pure fun from start to finish!We enjoyed delicious food, great company, and the joy of celebrating another wonderful year together.Thank you to everyone who came out and made the night so special.
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Appreciation – Mobile Food Distribution – 02-Dec-2025

Appreciation – Mobile Food Distribution – 02-Dec-2025

👏🎉Appreciations - Volunteer Gwinnett -- Mobile Food Distribution  🎉👏 Our team received appreciation from the Volunteer Gwinnett Team for their contribution to the Mobile Food Distribution on 02-Dec-2025 at Thien Vien Huyen Khong. " Volunteer Gwinnett would like to thank you for your incredible support during our Mobile Food Distribution event on December 2 at Thien Vien Huyen Khong. Your hard work made a meaningful impact, bringing food to families in need and easing their burdens. "  -- Volunteer Gwinnett Team  Together, we achieved: Total Pounds of Food Distributed: 9,212 Total Number of Households Served: 300  Total Number of Residents Served: 1,190
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Fight Opioid Crisis — Community Town Hall

Fight Opioid Crisis — Community Town Hall

Behind every statistic is a family, a story, and a community.Your story can help us better understand what’s needed to fight the opioid crisis in Gwinnett.Attend one of our community town halls Tuesday, December 9 and Thursday, December 11 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the Innovation Square, located at 446 West Crogan Street in Lawrenceville.Share your story and help us learn how we can better support our community.Learn more by visiting GwinnettCounty.com/OpioidTownHalls.
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