Patch in Review: Jan. 23-Jan.29

This week has been kind of a big blur. If you feel the same way, this review is for you. These are quick summaries on the major things that happened this past week on Snellville Patch.

Jan. 23: Snellville marked the six month of (by the glass). We caught up with some local leaders, business owners and patrons to see how they think it's all going. Just in time, it would seem, as the state revved up conversation on Sunday sales this past week, as well.

Jan. 24: , and we went to Gwinnett County Public Schools to see how the national nutrition standards would mean for the some 161,000 students in the district. In a second major story, Snellville leaders talk about how the recent could spell changes in the future.

Jan. 25: Snellville leaders tap , a member of the Parks and Recreation board, to join the Evermore Community Improvement District. That same night, Snellville leaders also move forward with final purchasing documents on the property formerly known as

Jan. 26: Snellville councilwoman . Did you know she sees her mother as the most inspirational person in her life? Patch also makes it over to Stone Mountain to see who the will be. We suspected Dustin Greene, chief operating officer, would be one new person chosen. Chris Garner, a Duluth businessman, was the other person elected.

Jan. 27: We profile , the only business in all of Snellville with a permit for wine tasting. Every Thursday Niko's has free wine tastings. Go by there, and you'll probably learn something about wine you didn't already know. On this day, Snellville also on its new police facility. Open house is 2 p.m.-5 p.m. today.

Jan. 28: Keep your eyes peeled, and you can continue to help Snellville Police catch the bad guys. is an indication that the police are, indeed, busy helping keep the city safe. On this day, Patch also provides you with information for parents and students on the

But, at they weren't taking a break. The Snellville mainstay since 1975 is run six days a week by Julie Eschbach, who started working there as 13-year-old. Back then, she swept floors. Now, she owns the business. In addition, we tell you about the Snellville Police Departments plans for a