Public invited to thank first responders, health care workers, teachers in Grayson

The Gwinnett County Police Department are the first to announce participation in a First Responders, Health Care Workers, and Teachers Appreciation Day 5 to 6 p.m. March 3 at Dairy Queen, 2357 Loganville Highway in Grayson.

The police department’s new Community Affairs Section will be present to speak with members of the community. They are encouraging the public to attend and take advantage of a great opportunity to speak with and meet local officers.

The Gwinnett County Police Department is the second largest police agency in Georgia with 877 sworn officers, supported by 276 civilian employees. The police headquarters is located in Lawrenceville, with six precincts spread across the county.

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