Trend Radar: December 2006
Business And Economic News From Around The State
Georgia Trend - December 2006
Neely Young: Of Walls and Legacies
As a result of the wall Perdue has built between himself and the media, very few members of the public will hear of the marvelous cultural change in state government. This is a wall Perdue could easily breach - to his benefit.
Vacating the Stupid Zone
Some of us are lucky enough to have colleagues who can provide a sounding board or offer counsel ranging from a simple, "Why?' to a more direct, "Are you out of your mind?"
Georgia's Ports: Safe Harbor
In the wake of 9-11, Georgia's ports have spent considerable time and effort to beef up security. Officials say the changes have enhanced efficiency as well as safety.
Second Homes
How the growing second home market benefits Georgia, as buyers are drawn to the mountains, the coast and lakeside locations.
Wealth Management: The End of the Rainbow
Knowing what you want from retirement can be as important as knowing how much you need to finance your dream. Some financial professionals offer advice on identifying those goals and figuring out what you need to do to reach them.
Savannah Chamber of Commerce
It would be easy to say that, when a group of merchants gathered in Savannah on Dec. 13, 1806 to form a chamber of commerce, they had no idea what their city would become. But the Savannah Chamber of Commerce has always been pretty far-sighted, so it's entirely possible that if the same group viewed the city and the organization today, its members wouldn't be surprised.
The GreenRoom: December 2006
The wolf may be at Georgia's back door. The state Department of Natural Resources Environmental Protection Division has announced an application by LS Power Associates to build and operate a coal-fired power plant in Early County.
Political RoundUp: December 2006
When President George W. Bush finally signed a bill authorizing the construction of a fortified fence along 700 miles of the U.S.-Mexican border, several Georgia congressmen were cheering him on.
Energy In Georgia, Part III: Alternative Energy
With a burgeoning research sector triangulated on Atlanta, Athens and Augusta, Georgia is a growing presence among the nation's leading biobusiness communities - and poised to climb into the top five.
