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- Tuesday, May 21, 2013 DAWSONVILLE, GA
Archive By Section - Opinion: Letters/Columns
Thanks for help during hard time
The family of Glendon Cook would like to express their appreciation for all of your gifts and kind words or for just being near.
We are fixing the wrong thing
George Bush, Ben Bernanke, Nancy Pelosi, Harry Reed and Henry Paulson went out for an afternoon sail on the ship of state. Ben, who is a highly trained observer of things, noted that the boat had a hole in it and water was coming in and fast.
Concerns over Motorsports Park
My name is James Thurmond. I have recently heard about the proposed motorsports project on Duck Thurmond Road in Dawsonville and I must say that I am very, very concerned and extremely opposed to this idea.
Ready or not, digital television is on the way in February
Are you ready for Broadcast Digital Television?
Good economic news for Georgia's rural communities
Atlanta - During these tough economic times, I'm pleased to deliver some good economic news for the counties within the 51st District.
Fiber optic technology is coming to North Georgia
Last week I wrote that "Lumpkin, Dawson and Forsyth counties have joined with White and Union counties to explore bringing high-speed, fiber optics up Ga. 400," and that, "We need high technology companies to provide jobs for those living in our community."
What is a ‘virtual world,’ why is it important?
Last Thursday I spent most of the day at the Georgia Tech Research Institute, starting with a morning forum and ending with a tour of the Food Processing Technology Division.
Letter to the editor
As a resident on Sweetwater Juno Road, I am concerned about the Motorsports Park.
Pay tribute to those who answered the call of duty
Nov. 11 is a day of remembrance for the veterans who fought for our country.
Thank you
We would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude to all those who provided flowers, food, donations or other wise expressed their love and sympathy during the loss of our mother, Louise Tinsley Inklebarger.
Education system has come a long way
Despite the doom and gloom being expressed about the election and the economy, Georgia's education system continues to improve.
Emergency services deserves recognition
I have been on the job as your county manager for six months now.
When a vote for is a vote against
Occasionally over the last year or two I have written a column titled the "Crisis of Common Sense" or "The Continuing Crisis."
Back to basics in budgeting
Recently the State Senate began its exploration of Georgia's budget woes by kicking off a series of joint appropriations subcommittee meetings.
The ‘real’ impact of the tax relief referendums
Candidates at last Tuesday's Lumpkin County School Board Forum were asked how they would handle a $1 million budget shortfall caused by passage of the senior/disabled tax relief referendum on Nov. 4. Because the question assumed a budget shortfall that cannot be caused by homestead exemptions, they struggled with their answers.
Articles by Section - Opinion: Letters/Columns
Knocking down the silos
I stood on an oil rig miles off the coast of Africa as the final pipe joints were pulled from a just completed well. The mood was somber because we had not found oil. The following week I sat in an uncomfortable meeting where our corporate vice president declared my efforts had resulted in the driest well in years. Back in my office overlooking the beautiful San Francisco hills I pondered what to do next with the project.
Skeeter not impressed with reform
When the phone rang, I knew who was on the other end: Skeeter Skates, owner of Skeeter's Tree Stump Removal and Plow Repair in Greater Metropolitan Pooler. I can't tell you exactly why but the phone always sounds more urgent when Skeeter calls. One thing about Skeeter Skates. He gets right to the point. Niceties aren't his style.
The final countdown
In January, the Georgia State Senate started the first term of the 152nd legislative session of the Georgia General Assembly with a challenging task list. We were asked to find a way to fill a large anticipated Medicaid shortfall, evaluate the ethical behavior of elected officials, do more with less in the state budget, revamp the state's juvenile justice system, clarify points from 2012's tax code overhaul and find ways to expand access to higher ...
Some more learnings to share
In my last column, I shared some observations about current happenings and promised some more. So here they are. As Christians observed Holy Week leading to Easter, one of the emphases has been on service and sacrifice.
Honoring District 51
One of the best parts about serving in the Georgia State Senate is the ability to honor groups and individuals in the Senate chamber. I am proud to represent District 51 at the State Capitol, and I am even more proud of the efforts that keep our district one of the best places to work and raise a family in Georgia. While the work we do in the Senate is great, it pales in comparison to the way each of you represents the pride and labors of our communities.
Some things I have been learning
It is IRS time and I've been putting together information to take to the CPS who has figured Taylor taxes for decades (one thing I have not completely learned). Surprisingly, I admit my gratitude that, even with a limited income, I usually must pay some extra dollars. That means that I have had money to live well enough and have something left. Fortunately, I don't have huge medical bills or credit interest payments and I ...
From the mountains to the ocean
It is a theological fact that God really likes Georgia. That is why He put mountains in north Georgia and the Golden Isles smack up against the Atlantic Ocean and added a bunch of lakes and parks and historical sites in between. Otherwise, we could have been Iran. Or Detroit. I stopped by last week to visit the man who is entrusted with these assets, Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources Mark Williams, to ...
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