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Community Car Show hits Walmart stores for children's health

Community Car Show hits Walmart stores for children's health

(WXIA) -- In support of the Children's Miracle Network, all local residents are invited to make their cars a part of the Community Car Show, to be held at several area Walmart stores. 

The Community Car Show is set for each Saturday in June, varying by location. Among cars that can be shown, a spokeswoman said the event is looking for luxury vehicles, classic cars, super fast hot rods and high performance cars.

To rent a space, the cost per vehicle is $5.00, which will go directly to Children's Miracle Network to help kids in children's hospitals across the country. 

Those car owners who participate may win prizes including a trophy, Walmart gift cards and use of a rental car. 

The schedule of Community Car Shows is as follows: 

 

●     1436 DOGWOOD DR SE, CONYERS - 6/1/2013

●     1400 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY, LAWRENCEVILLE - 6/1/2013

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Largest graduating class ever to walk Gwinnett County stage

Largest graduating class ever to walk Gwinnett County stage

GWINNETT COUJNTY, Ga. -- Over 10,500 students are getting ready to take part in 21 graduation ceremonies throughout Gwinnett County.

The Class of 2013 is the largest graduating class ever in Gwinnett County, as reported by a Gwinnett County Public School spokesman. 

"We are very proud of this year's senior class and all that these students have accomplished during their academic careers. On behalf of the Board of Education and our community, I congratulate them and wish them the best as they start a new chapter in their lives," GCPS CEO/Superintendent Alvin Wilbanks said. "As the members of the Class of 2013 head off to college and into careers, they will carry the lessons they learned in Gwinnett classrooms with them, which is a testament to our teachers and their hard work and commitment."

One dead in Gwinnett Co. officer-involved shooting

GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. -- One man is dead after an officer-involved shooting in Buford.

According to Gwinnett County Police, the shooting happened on the 5300 block of Pass Court when they were dispatched to a "wanted person located" call at about 3:40 p.m.

 

Authorities were advised that 38-year-old Rodney Pike was at the residence and that he had active warrants out of Forsyth County. When officers arrived on the scene, Pike fled on foot into a car parked nearby. 

Officers pursed Pike and even tased him; however he still managed to start the vehicle and begin driving it. Officers shot Pike after he struck one officer and was on the way to striking another.

Pike was pronounced dead on the scene. The injured officer was transported to a local medical center for evaluation.

School is (almost!) out in Buford

School is (almost!) out in Buford

BUFORD, Ga. -- The last day of school is fast approaching in metro Atlanta, with some districts dismissing as early as this week.

For Buford City Schools, the last day is Friday, May 24.

Other last days of school in the Atlanta area include:

Thursday, May 16
Barrow County

Friday, May 17
Clarke County

Wednesday, May 22
Atlanta Public Schools (traditional)
Cherokee County
Gwinnett County

Thursday, May 23
Clayton County
Cobb County
Decatur City
DeKalb County
Fulton County
Rockdale County

Friday, May 24
Bartow County
Carroll County
Coweta County
Fayette County
Floyd County
Forsyth County
Griffin-Spalding County
Marietta City
Newton County
Paulding County

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Local nonprofit announces Father's Day Dash4Dad race

Local nonprofit announces Father's Day Dash4Dad race

ATLANTA -- Atlanta-based nonprofit Men's Health & Wellness Center has announced partnership with ZERO - The Project to End Prostate Cancer, and an event set for Father's Day weekend. 

Dash4Dad, as reported by a spokesman for the Men's Health and Wellness Center, is a 5K and one-mile fun run event that will be held Saturday, June 15. The race is part of a bigger project that hits 35 cities: the Great Prostate Cancer Challenge, America's Premier Men's Health Event Series. 

In Atlanta, Dash4Dad participants should meet by 8:00 a.m. in the Home Depot/Costco parking lot in Sandy Springs (6400 Peachtree Dunwoody Road). The race will go on rain or shine. 

National Kids to Park Day gets Gwinnett County kids outdoors

National Kids to Park Day gets Gwinnett County kids outdoors

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. -- National Kids to Parks Day is coming up on Saturday, May 18, when Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation will encourage all kids to play outside. 

Held by National Park Trust, National Kid to Parks Day will happen locally at Shorty Howell, with a picnic, outdoor activities, wildlife education and crafts for Gwinnett families. Plus, a Bike Rodeo will take place at Bogan Park. Here, kids can use provided supplies to decorate their bikes, compete in a relay and get bike and helmet safety checks for $6 each. 

An official for Gwinnett County reported that National Kids to Parks day helped fight obesity among children, as high blood pressure, diabetes and heightened cholesterol levels still stand in the way of some children being healthy.

For more information, visit Gwinnett Parks online.  

 

O'Charley's offering free pie for Mother's Day

O'Charley's offering free pie for Mother's Day

(WXIA) -- In honor of Mother's Day, all O'Charley's locations will offer free slices of pie to mothers who eat at the restaurants on Sunday, May 12.

Mothers can choose from among Ooey-Gooey Caramel Pie, Country Apple Pie, Double-Crust Peach Pie, French Silk Pie and Southern Pecan Pie.

"All of us at O'Charley's are thrilled to offer these exclusive pies to hardworking moms across the country," O'Charley's president Mickey Mills said in a statement. "We look at this as an opportunity to welcome moms to take the day off and enjoy a fresh piece of pie and a sincere 'thank you' from us."

Visit ocharleys.com to find your nearest restaurant.