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Ramona Toole has earned a stellar reputation of being a hardworking attorney who is trusted, fair, and compassionate. Born and raised in Alabama, Ramona’s early life was marked by devastating instances of violence that influenced her to choose a career in the justice system in the 8th grade. Her chosen path was not just about becoming an attorney; it was about creating safer communities and protecting the most vulnerable members of our society.

Gwinnett’s Superior Court Judge

Why Attorney Ramona Toole is Our Candidate

Charlena L. Thorpe
April 15 at 3:28 AM
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Why I Am Speaking Out Again Against Regina Matthews
As an attorney for over 25 years, I must again speak out against Magistrate Judge Regina Matthews as she runs again for a promotion by the people to Superior Court Judge in Gwinnett County after being denied by the citizens in the last election. My comments are based on my experience.
Some may recall that I shared a similar message during the last election in 2024.
I have been a resident of Gwinnett County for 24 years, and I care about the citizens of this community. Regina Matthews seeks votes from the same community she serves on the bench. Voters are entitled to consider firsthand experiences when evaluating candidates.
My client was an insured 20+ year resident of Gwinnett County who had a life-threatening illness, was completely bedridden, lived alone, and could not care for himself. Northside Hospital was attempting to discharge him without outpatient accommodations in place, despite his condition. I sought relief to require those arrangements before discharge and to ensure a safe discharge in light of his critical condition.
Regina Matthews denied my request, and she permitted counsel for the hospital to prepare the order. More on this later.
As a result, I had to meet the transport service used by the hospital to discharge him at a local church, where my client was placed in the back seat of my car, and I transported him to another hospital, which promptly admitted him because his condition was critical and he required continued hospitalization for an extended period of time.
In that proceeding, I did not feel that Regina Matthews was impartial, and based on what I observed, I believed she favored the hospital. She permitted counsel for the hospital to prepare the order, and in my view, the order went beyond what I understood her ruling to be and did not reflect a fair process under the circumstances.
I also found her demeanor toward my client, who was very ill and completely bedridden, to be lacking in empathy. During the proceeding, she stated words to the effect of “you had plenty of time to…,” which, in my view, placed responsibility on my client to take actions that I believed were the responsibility of the hospital and that he was not physically able to do.
Redacted excerpts from the post-hearing email communications show that the hospital’s counsel submitted the proposed order and added language after the hearing that, in my view, affected my ability to advocate for my client. I objected and requested a hearing because I believed the process was unfair. Regina Matthews entered the order as drafted by Northside, including the additional language unilaterally added by opposing counsel, without any hearing.
Thus, not only did Regina Matthews decline to use her authority to help a critically ill resident of Gwinnett County, but she also affected my ability to advocate for him based solely on an email allegation from Northside’s counsel.
In my view, a judge elected by the people must use her authority to protect the most vulnerable among them, and based on my experience in this case, I do not believe that occurred.
I pray no one has to experience what I perceived as a lack of empathy, favoritism, and delegation of job duties without oversight in an emergency case. In my view, Regina Matthews failed this resident, and the citizens of Gwinnett County deserve better.
I plan to be out again passing out flyers and sharing my experience. I hope the citizens carefully consider their vote.
This election is a special election, and turnout is expected to be very low. Early voting is April 27 – May 15, and Election Day is May 19. Therefore, it is important to vote. Every vote will count.
Please get out and vote, and share this message. Do not vote for Regina Matthews.

We need more than a vote, we need a VOICE!

Dr. Heavenly Kimes is a dentist, entrepreneur, author, and national television personality who has transformed determination and faith into a life dedicated to service and success.

Rising from humble beginnings, she built one of Georgia’s most respected dental practices and has helped aspiring entrepreneurs launch and grow small businesses, creating economic opportunities throughout Georgia’s 13th District.

As a wife, mother, and physician, Dr. Heavenly understands the everyday challenges families face—from rising healthcare costs to financial instability. She is passionate about equipping individuals and families with the tools they need to build wealth, stability, and lasting legacies.

Now, she is bringing that same commitment, discipline, and real-world experience to Congress, working to expand opportunity, strengthen families, and ensure that every community in Georgia’s 13th District has the chance to succeed.

Dr. Heavenly holds multiple board certifications, yet she often says her most meaningful education came from the people she serves—her neighbors and patients. As a local dentist, she has done more than improve smiles; she has helped restore confidence and provide fresh starts. As a small business CEO, she understands that running a practice means more than delivering services—it means meeting payroll, creating jobs, and investing in the strength and prosperity of the community.

As a proud double HBCU graduate of Florida A&M University and Meharry Medical College, she hold multiple board certifications, but her most important education came from you—her neighbors and patients. As a local dentist, Dr. Heavenly didn’t just fix smiles; she provided the fresh start and confidence that comes with them. As a small business CEO, Dr. Heavenly learned that a successful practice is about more than just a business—it’s also about meeting payroll, creating jobs, and building a stronger community.

Dr. Heavenly husband, Dr. Damon Kimes, is also a physician. Their household is, and has always been, dedicated to the health and well-being of others. It is the core of who they are.

And yes, for the past decade, Dr. Heavenly have navigated one of the most demanding and high-pressure public environments imaginable. She has learned how to communicate with a national audience, how to stand firm in my convictions under intense scrutiny, and how to thrive when every word and action is being judged. Some may see that as a different world; she see it as the perfect training ground for the reality of Washington, D.C.

Dr. Heavenly is running for Congress because she believe it’s time to hire someone with a proven track record of real-world results, not just political promises. Dr. Heavenly has the qualifications, she have the experience, and she have the strength to be the new voice you deserve.

Dr. Heavenly is ready to get to work.

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Moments In Gwinnett's Disgrace

The lynching of Charles Hale in Lawrenceville. The same old story Charles Hale was accused of assaulting a White woman when about 200 masked men broke into the jail and kidnapped him.