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Strange crime stories from Patch sites across Georgia.

Fake Kidnapping, Cocaine in a Paint Can and a Cross-Dressing Shoplifter

In other weird crime news, a man shoots himself and blames robber and an arson suspect cannot be fingerprinted due to burns.

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The Hebron Baptist Church Missions Ministry will host it's annual BBQ on Saturday, May 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the corner of Fence and Dacula Roads.

Missions BBQ at Hebron Baptist Church Set for May 25

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All county offices, excluding those necessary for the comfort and safety of Gwinnett County citizens, will be closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Trash pickup will not be affected.

County Offices Closed for Memorial Day

Is it Time for America’s Charity to Start at Home?

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The new dog park at Harbins Park in Dacula, Ga. opened Friday, May 24, 2013.

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Harbins Dog Park Now Open

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A five-year-old child is responsible for a house fire that caused moderate damage to a home west of Canton, according to Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services.

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Child Starts House Fire With Cigarette Lighter, Car-Bumping Carjackers Connected to Other Crimes and Classrooms Covered in Tin Foil

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Check our real time traffic map for the most up-to-date traffic conditions in the Dacula, Ga. area.

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Memorial Day Weekend Traffic in Real Time

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School may be out for Gwinnett County students, but hiring in the district continues throughout the summer and beyond.

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School System Hiring for Paraprofessional, Custodial Services and Other Positions

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A Pileated Woodpecker iin my back yard.

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Bird Watching Adventures - Let's See Your Pictures!

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Find the cheapest gas prices in Dacula, Ga.

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Where's the Cheapest Gas in Dacula?

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The Brenau Barbecue Championship will kick off Friday, May 24, with a preview party from 6-10 p.m.

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UPDATE: Dozens of Teams to Compete in Memorial Day Weekend Barbecue Championship

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Dacula Dolphin 2013 Summer Swim Meet Schedule

By Dacula Dolphins Swim Team | Friday, May 24

The Dacula Dolphins swim at Dacula Park Pool . On-Line Registration is open until May 31st, for more http://daculadolphins.swim-team.us/ or email us daculadolphinsswimboard@gmail.com

The South Fairs Well in April Home Sales

By Matt Hermes | Friday, May 24

A discussion of the rise of home sales in the US, especially in the South.

Memorial Day Weekend Weather Forecast Calls for Sunny Skies, Mild Temperatures

By North Georgia Weather | Thursday, May 23 | 5 comments

Weather for Entire Southeast

Sunny and cooler weather returns for Memorial Day weekend.

What Are You Doing on This Memorial Day?

By Marvin Atherton | Thursday, May 23 | 4 comments

Founder, Dacula Memorial Day Parade

Memorial Day … A day to reflect on our Veterans and their service to our country.

Jail Dog Program Celebrates Third Anniversary

By Amy Jackson | Wednesday, May 22 | 1 comment

Dogs rescued from death row are given a second chance at a good life.

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Hong Kong Restaurant

720 Dacula Rd, Dacula, GA 30019

770-682-9968

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Food & Dining

700 Dacula Rd, Dacula, GA 30019

678-985-8334

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831 Auburn Rd, Dacula, GA 30019

770-822-2301

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BIRTHDAY BASH! @ The Painted Penguin

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