Free vision screenings for kids next week in Gwinnett
Prevent Blindness Georgia will provide free vision screenings for children age 5 to 16 at two Gwinnett County library branches next week.
The first screening will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Lawrenceville branch, 1001 Lawrenceville Highway. The second will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Norcross branch, 6025 Buford Highway.
Children who fail their vision screening and have little or no insurance will receive vouchers for a free comprehensive eye exam and a free pair of eyeglasses. For more information, call Prevent Blindness Georgia at 404-266-2020.
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David Wickert writes about the state budget, finance and voting issues. Previously, he covered local government and politics in Gwinnett and Fulton counties. Before moving to Atlanta, he worked at newspapers in Illinois, Tennessee, Virginia and Washington.
