American Legion Post 233 in Loganville has been officially designated a Purple Heart Legion Post, recognizing the courage and sacrifices of military service members who were wounded or killed in action.

The designation was formalized during a special ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. Purple Heart recipients in attendance were individually recognized, along with family members and relatives representing recipients who could not be present.

The ceremony began with the posting of the colors by the American Legion Post 233 Color Guard, led by Jerry Mahaffey. Post Chaplain David Bondy delivered the opening prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and the national anthem, performed by Crystal Wilson.

Stan Mauldin served as master of ceremonies and spoke about eligibility for the Purple Heart. Louis Zayas, commander of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, attended as the ceremony’s guest speaker.

Loganville Mayor Brandon Whitfield then read the official proclamation designating Post 233 as a Purple Heart Legion Post.

The proclamation recognizes the Purple Heart as the nation’s oldest military decoration still awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces. Its origins date to 1782, when Gen. George Washington created the Badge of Military Merit.

N Zone Sports Gwinnett-Walton is accepting registrations for its upcoming Fall Soccer League, giving local children an opportunity to learn the game, strengthen their skills and enjoy a positive team sports experience.

The league is open to athletes of all skill levels, from children kicking a soccer ball for the first time to experienced players looking to continue developing their game. The program focuses on teaching soccer fundamentals while helping participants build confidence, practice teamwork and develop a lasting love for physical activity.

More than 250 young athletes have participated in N Zone Sports Gwinnett-Walton’s soccer leagues, basketball leagues, camps and academies this year. With fall divisions beginning to take shape, families interested in joining the soccer league are encouraged to register soon.

LOGANVILLE, GA — Loganville has no shortage of places to grab chicken wings, but Spice Wing offers a menu—and a story—that helps it stand apart.

Located at 4743 Atlanta Highway, Suite 180, Spice Wing recently welcomed Loganville News and Events for an extensive taste test featuring wings, appetizers, sides, desserts and even a first experience with chicken and waffles.

The result was an enthusiastic five-star review.

The meal began with an impressive assortment of appetizers. The macaroni and cheese bites delivered plenty of flavor, while the seasoned fries and mozzarella sticks were both well-cooked and satisfying.

The jalapeño poppers were another highlight. Filled with cheese and packed with flavor, they offered a great balance without overwhelming heat.

One of the biggest appetizer surprises was the corn bites. Slightly sweet with flavorful corn in the center, they proved to be an unexpected favorite. The sweet potato fries were also well-seasoned, while the fried pickles delivered exactly the crispy, tangy flavor fans of the appetizer expect.

Then came the funnel cake fries—which technically qualified as dessert but did not wait until the end of the meal.

“They were a great little dessert,” Loganville News and Events founder Ray Lane said during the review. “And I had them before I had the main food, so that’s even better.”