Commemorating The Past
Boom, Boom, BOOM! I was describing the Civil War Battle of Kennesaw Mountain – fought 150 years ago this month – to my 5-year-old grandson, Holden Young, on a recent beautiful summer day. We were standing at the site of…
Georgia Trend - June 2014
Striking At The Heart Of Georgia
I’ve walked in the footsteps of George Pickett’s doomed division and stood my ground on Little Round Top at Gettysburg, driven miles out of my way to hear the ticking clock that marked Stonewall Jackson’s last breath, walked along the…
When Powers Combine
Laura Turner Seydel is chairperson of the Captain Planet Foundation, which was inspired by the groundbreaking Captain Planet and the Planeteers cartoon series and provides funds for learning gardens and other environmental projects in schools. Like her father, media mogul…
Georgia View: Keeping Score On Common Core
The Common Core debate has spawned both some misconceptions and a few odd alliances.
Political Notes: June 2014
A new gun law for Georgia, child welfare reform and accolades for House Minority Leader Stacey Abrams.
Organizations: Sautee Nacoochee Community Association
Candice Dyer showcases the Sautee Nacoochee Community Association, a cultural venue and supporter of the arts in Northeast Georgia.
Economic Development: June 2014
Christy Simo writes about economic development, including more expansions for King’s Hawaiian and Millennium Mat Co.
Business Casual: Teachers Rule
Teachers – the good ones – are the answer to many of the questions and problems plaguing schools. Any effort to involve them should be applauded.
Neely Young: A Good Hook
For effective economic development, every community needs a “hook,” something different to offer prospective contacts.
