Lawrenceville Bicentennial Podcast

Lawrenceville Legacy Leaders & Wellfest!

Splash Into Action Through Stormwater Management!

In the latest episode of the Lawrenceville Bicentennial podcast, we take a deep dive into where water goes with Stormwater Coordinator Madison Smith. From precipitation to evaporation, we learn all about the water cycle in elementary school, but the ebbs and tides of how a city water system works are a lot more complicated! It’s not as go-with-flow as you might think, especially when it comes to stormwater (drinking water’s lesser known cousin). In this episode we discuss what you can and ca...

Arts & Education: Central Gwinnett Hight & SOTA

In the latest episode of the Lawrenceville Bicentennial podcast, Central Gwinnett Lawrenceville High School Principal Shane Orr and Assistant Principal Megan Rose Houchins dive into the story behind the Central Gwinnett High School’s School of the Arts (SOTA).

City Wide Updates with Chuck Warbington!

Tune in to the NEW episode of the Lawrenceville Bicentennial Podcast, hosted by Gwinnett Magazine! Nate McGill sits down to talk with the City Manager of Lawrenceville, Chuck Warbington. In this episode, Warbington talks about the positive transformations happening within the city. He reveals news about the City of Lawrenceville receiving the Regional Excellence Award for Livable Center, the City’s continued partnership with Aurora Theatre this holiday season, the construction of tabletops ar...

Meet Chief Mullin ! - Lawrenceville Police Department

Economic Development in the DTL!

It's Your City! Community Outreach

Manufacturing Moments with Lville Event Team!

Car Shows & Free Comic Book Day!

The Lawrenceville Bicentennial Podcast is a fun-filled show that brings you up-to-date on the latest events happening in the city of Lawrenceville, Georgia. Hosted by Nate McGill from Gwinnett Magazine, the podcast is all about celebrating the bicentennial anniversary of this charming southern town. In a recent episode, Nate and his guests, Lindsay and Milo, discussed two exciting events coming up in Lawrenceville: a car show in the Depot district and Free Comic Book Day on the city square. ...

How Stuff Works: Gas & Electric

A Beautiful Day In Lawrenceville with Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful

Northside Hospital Gwinnett Rising!

With Guests Chuck Warbington, City of Lawrenceville City Manager and Jay Dennard, Chief Operating Officer, Northside Hospital Duluth - Vice President of Physician Services, Northside Gwinnett System

L'ville Town & Gown vision w/ Dr, Jann Joseph, GGC President

Beer Garden Episode: Welcome to the Depot District!

Today's guests are all from businesses in the Depot area of Lawrenceville. Now the Depot area of Lawrenceville has been important since the late 1800s when trains first arrived to the area. Back in those days, it was cotton factories, corn, lumber, brick manufacturing, livestock, and it was fueling the economy of the area. But this new train moved in and freight now could be shipped all the way to the Eastern seaboard. And basically that turned Lawrenceville into this cool transportation hub ...

Mental Health Matters: Project F.I.R.S.T

In the latest exciting episode of the Lawrenceville Bicentennial Podcast, we sat down with Lawrenceville Police Department and Co-Responders from View Point Health to learn about a new program to assist in mental health crisis calls. Lawrenceville is calling the partnership Project F.I.R.S.T. — the acronym means “For Intensive Response and Supportive Transitions.” It’s a new relationship between the Lawrenceville Police Department and ViewPoint Health. In short, the partnership with these m...

The City Never Sleeps! W/ Mayor David Still & Chuck Warbington, City Manager

In the latest exciting episode of the Lawrenceville Bicentennial Podcast, we sat down with Lawrenceville Mayor David Still and City Manager Chuck Warbington to learn about all the awesome new initiatives and constant developments the city has in store. The City of Lawrenceville has been working hard to refine and reimagine every aspect of the vibrant, historic hub. From unforgettable events and infrastructure expansions to uplifting community initiatives and improved walkability, this special...

Excelsior! Free Comic Book Day Grows Every Year in DTL!

In this episode we talk about all the new events coming to Free Comic Book Day in Lawrenceville with Galactic Quest owner Kyle Puttkammer, his daughter Andrea Puttkammer and the city’s resident comic book and geek culture advocate Lindsey Curnow, Event Coordinator! In addition, we fan out a bit, and talk about the things we love in pop culture and how Kyle has grown his business from 300 dollars in comics to the 30 year comic empire he’s built today! FREE Comic Book Day is coming to Downtown ...

Lawrenceville Bicentennial Special!

200 Years of Lawrenceville Excellence! Best Podcast Moments of 2021 Throughout 2021, we’ve taken a deep dive into Lawrenceville’s fascinating past, thriving present and promising future as we commemorate the city’s 200th year. We’ve sat down with city leaders, community changemakers, entrepreneurs, students and even a couple of mayors! We’ve explored their stories, celebrated their accomplishments and learned about the exciting new projects they have in the works. And all the while, our love ...

Making Lawrenceville More Vibrant with the Power of Art!

The power of art and creative expression brings fun and enrichment to our daily lives, schools and communities. It can even make the places we love feel like home! The beloved City of Lawrenceville is a shining example of how leaning into the arts and expressing ourselves can create real connections and foster amazing opportunities in education, recreation, careers and more. There are so many exciting new initiatives taking root in the city from public art expansions to educational workshops ...

Empowering Lawrenceville Students & Business Through Community Building

These days, many of us tend to stick to our bubbles more than we’d like to admit (and not just because of the pandemic). Whether it’s with Gen X-er’s or Gen Z-er’s, high schoolers or retirees, small business owners or community organizers, there’s a lot of untapped potential that we’re missing out on due to a lack of interaction and collaboration between the groups. That’s why the City of Lawrenceville and workforce development nonprofit Impact46 joined forces to tackle this issue, creating ...

Lawrenceville’s Spookiest Ghost Stories!

The first story is about Patrick Burns, a paranormal investigator, who visited the Lawrencevill cemetery about 10 years ago. A fellow from 11 Alive News actually went with him and they experienced a few different phenomena on the tour. The news clip is actually on youtube! You can take a look: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tPRr1IQ9Ug.

The Depot District: Lawrenceville's Beer & Garden Episode!

Today's guests are all from businesses in the Depot area of Lawrenceville. Now the Depot area of Lawrenceville has been important since the late 1800s when trains first arrived to the area. Back in those days, it was cotton factories, corn, lumber, brick manufacturing, livestock, and it was fueling the economy of the area. But this new train moved in and freight now could be shipped all the way to the Eastern seaboard. And basically that turned Lawrenceville into this cool transportation hub ...

Mayor David Still Joins the Lawrenceville Bicentennial Podcast!

There’s so much fascinating and forgotten history behind the places we call home. For example, did you know that in Lawrenceville, there was once a pigeon problem around the historic courthouse—and the government gave people permission to come and shoot the pigeons? Or that Lawrenceville’s old jail had just four cells and still stands today, located right by Strange Taco Bar? Those are just a couple of the surprising stories about the city that Mayor David Still has gathered over the years....

Former Mayor of Lawrenceville Judy Johnson!

Lawrenceville Bicentennial Podcast! Every month for the rest of the year, we’ll sit down with Lawrenceville’s accomplished leaders, business owners and residents to hear their perspectives and bring attention to what makes the city special. From its history to its economic development to its exciting future plans, there’s so much to learn as we celebrate this remarkable milestone! Today's Guest: Mayor - Dr. Rev. Judy Johnson! As a lifelong resident of our county’s central city, former May...

Lawrenceville Bicentennial: Chuck Warbington

Introducing the Lawrenceville Bicentennial Podcast! Every month for the rest of the year, we’ll sit down with Lawrenceville’s accomplished leaders, business owners and residents to hear their perspectives and bring attention to what makes the city special. From its history to its economic development to its exciting future plans, there’s so much to learn as we celebrate this remarkable milestone! And there’s no one better to kick off the first episode than Lawrenceville’s City Manager Chuck ...

City Limits: History of Suwanee Overview

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett's Cities.

City Limits: History of Lilburn Overview

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett's Cities

City Limits: History of Dacula Overview

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett's cities

City Limits: History of Loganville Overview

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett's cities

City Limits: History of Berkeley Lake Overview

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett's cities

City Limits: History of Braselton Overview

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett's cities!

CITY LIMITS: History of Auburn Overview

In this episode we continue our series on Gwinnett's cities!

City Limits: History of Sugar Hill Overview

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett's Cities.

City Limits: History of Snellville Overview

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett's cities

City Limits: History of Grayson Overview

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett's Cities

City Limits: History of Duluth Overview

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett's cities.

City Limits: History of Peachtree Corners Overview

Here we continue of series on Gwinnett Cities

City Limits: History of Norcross

Here we continue our series on Gwinnett Cities!

Halloween Special: A Murder, An Execution, and a Lemonade Stand

Right on time for Halloween, here's a tale from 2 Gwinnett Graveyards and the encounter that dug both graves.

A Murder, An Execution, and a Lemonade Stand

Right on time for Halloween, here's a tale from 2 Gwinnett Graveyards and the encounter that dug both graves.

History of Baseball in Gwinnett

Batter up... We miss the Gwinnett Stripers this season, but that gives us a chance to travel Back In The Day and look at some of the Baseball roots from our County, from teams to players, to a World Series Trophy... well... a minor one anyway.

The Roads We Travel

Gwinnett Magazine is proud to bring you Season Two of Gwinnett History! Every road has a story and you'll enjoy those daily commutes a little more once you know a little bit of Gwinnett road history! And while you're at it, discover more great content at GwinnettMagazine.com Happy Trails!

Buford and The Leather City

Brought to you by: guidetogwinnett.com  Recorded at STORY ROAD STUDIOS Produced By: Nathan McGill Original Music By: Levi Lowrey Audio Clips Provided by: Ernie Mosteller, Okra Entertainment and Lynn Bowman, Museum of Buford.  Engineering Assistance: Wade Greer, Ron Baker.  

Twenties Part 3: Lawrenceville Branch Railroad

  Produced and Hosted By: Nathan McGill Written By: Elijah Stancel Original Score: Levi Lowrey Engineering Assistance:  Ron Baker Wade Greer

Twenties Part 2: Education at Old Fountain

Here we tell several stories from the 1920s in Gwinnett County. We discuss Gid Tanner, an early female Mayor, some weird tales from Dacula and a heartwarming story from Old Fountain.

The Twenties: Birth of Ezzard Charles

Born in Lawrenceville, named after the doctor that birthed him, Ezzard Charles's family had the bravery to leave Jim Crowe Georgia to pursue better opportunity. Ezzard made the most of it, becoming the World Heavyweight Boxing Champion and an inspiration to Gwinnett County.

Gwinnett's Gold Rush!

Did you know that there was a Gold Rush in Gwinnett back in the day? Well... lets see if this episode pans out! Get it? Pan... Special thanks to Elijah Stancel for his work on this episode!

HOLIDAY BONUS: THE TIME TRAVELERS.

Written by Nathaniel Thomas McGill

What Lies Beneath Lake Lanier

The lore under Lake Lanier. This week we explore Gwinnett's primary water source and the history that lies beneath the surface. We take you from Valley Forge to the Valley under the lake as we explore a revolutionary war veteran who's last act of service occurred nearly 100 years after he died. A mysterious lady of the lake, and yes... of course giant catfish.

What Lies Beneath

The lore under Lake Lanier. This week we explore Gwinnett's primary water source and the history that lies beneath the surface. We take you from Valley Forge to the Valley under the lake as we explore a revolutionary war veteran who's last act of service occurred nearly 100 years after he died. A mysterious lady of the lake, and yes... of course giant catfish.