Posts From June, 2020

Lacrosse tournament to draw 1,000 players, family members to T.W. Briscoe park 

T.W. Briscoe Park will be the site of a major lacrosse tournament – the largest event since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down normal operations in early spring. The Georgia Southern Shootout Lacrosse Tournament is expected to draw 1,000 players and ... read more
 
Posted by Brian Arrington Wednesday, June 24, 2020 3:55:00 PM
 

Kemp: 'Remain vigilant' in COVID-19 fight 

Snellville started strong in the fight against COVID-19, but as cases continue to rise, your part in slowing the spread of the virus is still needed. On June 24, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp urged residents to "remain vigilant" in the fight against... read more
 
Posted by Brian Arrington Wednesday, June 24, 2020 2:42:00 PM
 

Snellville's Senior Center may be closed, but that's not stopping the fun and exercise 

The Senior Center workout class at T.W. Briscoe Park. Though the Snellville Senior Center is still closed due to COVID-19, the Parks and Recreation Department is finding ways to keep its members healthy in mind, body and spirit. Parks and... read more
 
Posted by Brian Arrington Friday, June 19, 2020 1:33:00 PM
 

Mayor and Council approve ‘no millage increase’ budget of $13.06 million; cuts discretionary spending 

Mayor and Council approved the city’s Fiscal Year 2021 Budget June 8, one that tries to predict the economic hardships coming in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Residents will not see a millage increase for the sixth straight year. The... read more
 
Posted by Brian Arrington Thursday, June 18, 2020 4:29:00 PM
 

Snellville hosts peaceful protest on Towne Green  

SNELLVILLE — More than 500 engaged protestors marched from First Baptist Church Snellville to the Towne Green Wednesday calling for racial equality following the death of George Floyd. The event was organized by South Gwinnett High School... read more
 
Posted by Brian Arrington Thursday, June 11, 2020 2:45:00 PM
 

Fireworks to return to Snellville in September 

SNELLVILLE – The July 4 fireworks show and the city’s Star Spangled Snellville celebration were postponed due to COVID-19 but don’t worry – they’ll be back Labor Day weekend. The rescheduled Star Spangled Snellville celebration, complete with... read more
 
Posted by Brian Arrington Wednesday, June 10, 2020 1:08:00 PM
 

Snellville approves resolution ‘condemning racism’; will create advisory board 

SNELLVILLE — The Mayor and Council unanimously approved a resolution stating racism is not welcome in the city and the city’s police department is committed to build on the “culture of trust” it has continued to exhibit to bolster race... read more
 
Posted by Brian Arrington Tuesday, June 9, 2020 11:46:00 AM
 

Municipal Court set to open June 3 with COVID-19 related-guidelines 

Municipal Court Update – Due to COVID-19, the City of Snellville is trying to reduce the need for people to come to court. The following options have been instituted until further notice: If you have a “Hands Free” citation, and it is the... read more
 
Posted by Brian Arrington Monday, June 1, 2020 1:29:00 PM