The Gwinnett Children’s Shelter board of directors has named Maureen Kornowa as the organization’s executive director. The shelter provides emergency shelter and other services to more than 6,500 children and 300 families annually. Kornowa previously served as the executive director of North Gwinnett Co-Operative Ministries, a faith-based charity in Buford.

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Yemaya Lyles (right) wipes away tears during a news conference in front of the Rockdale County Public Schools administration building on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. Lyles' son, Antonio, was assaulted by a paraprofessional, who has since been fired and charged with battery. Lyles says her case against the school district has dragged on since then. (Miguel Martinez/AJC 2023)

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