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Patch in Review: March 6-12

Your weekly rewind from Patch.

If you missed anything, here is the weekly rewind of the day's top stories. Let us know what you think about them, and of course, send us ideas of stories you would like to see.

March 6: is looking for a few good parents to help raise funds for schools in this area. We talk to Greg Bender about what the organization does and why support is needed.

March 7: is helping Gwinnett County's unemployed to get back on their feet. We highlight a Snellville resident, who loss her job last year, but found hope at Goodwill.

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March 8: We highlight , and the girl who inspired the name. Her Brookwood High teammates, coaches and friends still work to honor her life. We also talk to Snellville resident , a former Gwinnett County assistance police chief, about his run for chairman of the Board of Commissioners.

March 9: Wednesday's Woman is , principal of the newest school in Gwinnett County -- Anderson-Livsey Elementary. She says her faith in God keeps her grounded and striving for success for her and her students. We also talk to a group of moms about why joining the changed their lives.

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March 10: We highlight Dream House for Medically Fragile Children, Inc, who works to help children who were deemed castaways by some. Laura Moore believes all children can dream big, and she's glad to be a part of that.

March 11: Gas prices are way too high, according to just about anyone you ask. We hit the streets and talk with drivers about the issues.

March 12: Snellville Police Department's Citizen Police Academy begins, and residents show up for the first day of a new 22-week session.


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