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Every August, Gwinnett County joins the nation in recognizing Purple Heart Month, a time to honor United States service members who were wounded or killed in combat. To commemorate Purple Heart Month, the County will: Fly the Purple Heart flag at the Fallen Heroes Memorial Encourage residents and businesses to display purple lights Maintain Purple Heart County signs at County entrances Share messages of support on park marquee signs To learn more about veteran resources, visit GwinnettCounty.com/Veterans.

If you're a first-time homebuyer, you might be eligible for Gwinnett’s Homestretch Down Payment Assistance Pro­gram. New or existing Gwinnett residents aspiring to own a home can receive down payment assistance of up to $10,000 as a five-year deferred payment loan with 0% in­terest. To qualify, the home must be located within Gwin­nett County. Visit GwinnettCounty.com/HomestretchDPA for a list of eligibility requirements and to apply.

All Gwinnett County Government offices, except those required for the comfort and safety of residents, will be closed on Monday, September 1st, for the Labor Day holiday and will resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 2. Trash and recycling collection will be delayed by one day during the holiday week. For more informa­tion, visit GCSolidWaste.com. A Magistrate Court judge will be available at the Gwinnett County De­tention Center during the holiday.

  Several Gwinnett County departments were recognized for their outstanding services by the National Association of Counties and National Association of County Information Officers, earning 29 NACo Achievement Awards and four NACIO Awards of Excellence. Gwinnett’s awarded entries span a range of departments, including Parks and Recreation, Water Resources, Information Technology Services, Planning and Development, and Communications. From resident engagement to emergency preparedness and technical advances, these services and programs reflect the County’s ongoing efforts to deliver high-quality initiatives that meet evolving community needs. Since 1970, the NACo Achievement Awards have recognized outstanding county government programs and services. NACIO Awards…