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[ The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: 03/20/05]

GWINNETT'S CRYSTAL BALL
MORE! More immigrants. More schools. More congestion. Gwinnett, its own destination, is shifting from suburban to urban.

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CRYSTAL BALL
Commission Chairman Charles Bannister (left) ponders the future.
• A mini 'Ellis Island' takes shape
• Dealing with traffic is an uphill battle
• Public building projects keeping pace
• Top athletes bring new era in sports
• Schools face construction, funding hurdles
• Churches reach out to diverse population
• Made in Gwinnett: Interesting products
• Work force capitalizes on county's growth
• Subdivision covenants can be strict POLL

WHERE TO GO FOR FUN
• Full slate of concerts, festivals
• A melting pot of music LISTINGS
• Gwinnett shopping rivals Buckhead
• MAP Inexpensive attractions easy to find
• Plenty of good dining LISTINGS
FORUM What's the best-kept secret that makes a Gwinnett community unique?

A GREAT PLACE OR WHAT?
• Local communities have their special characteristics
• Dacula: Getting ready for centennial
• Duluth: Downtown rejuvenation a crowd-pleaser
• Lawrenceville: A push to bring people downtown
• Lilburn: A good mix of old, new
• Norcross preserves its past
• Snellville: City Center, DeGarmo draw interest
• Suwanee: Something for everyone

TAKING ACTION, FINDING HELP
• From licenses to landfills, the most frequently asked questions
• Volunteer groups are busy
• Click or call for county services
• Who to call? Local government offices, officials

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