Waiting to be included on Defense Secretary’s Next Chat

I am not a happy camper at the moment and I am sorely afraid you are going to be disappointed in me.

Expanding student choices is one of the best things a state can do

Georgia’s Promise Scholarship just completed its initial application window, and interest was strong.

Support Women of Worth (WOW) and make a difference

Substance abuse is something that touches every person in one way or another. Whether it’s a family member, friend or stranger in the grocery store, everyone knows someone personally or knows of someone who struggles or struggled in the past with substance abuse.

Why are Georgia’s teenagers so unhappy?

I just ran across something called the Teen Happiness Index published by Mission Prep (missionprephealthcare.com), an organization that deals with adolescents and families with mental health struggles.

The Yo-Yo Man impressed young minds with his tricks

Does anybody remember The Yo-Yo Man? That’s what I asked several of my friends from elementary and high school — mostly retired now except for doctor appointments. I attended one elementary school and two high schools, and I didn’t remember to which school The Yo-Yo Man came and did his tricks.

Georgia reaps rewards as race never ends

If you’ve ever been in a road race, you probably know this feeling: There you are, jogging along. You look down at your watch and confirm that you’re keeping a good pace, maybe even a personal best.

When your computer flashes warning -- it’s probably bogus

It seems that tax time is a busy time for internet scammers… are you getting cryptic messages about problems with your computer that needs fixing, IMMEDIATELY. If you use the internet, chances are you have been the target of a tech support scam at some point.

Cursive writing could become this century’s hieroglyphics

Most days, the news is like slicing a soccer-ball-sized onion. The headlines will make your eyes water with frustration, anger or fear — mass murders, disappearing jobs, tariffs on a yo-yo string, trade wars or panic over prices.

Reflect this week on Easter’s importance

With the harmonious birds chirping and grandeur of the blooming flowers, Easter arrives in the mountains of Northeast Georgia on April 20. While the chocolates, other candies, and gifts linked to the bunny, it is the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ for which we should celebrate Easter.

Kenny and Dolly sang the gospel of friendship

Today the lyrics of Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers have been looping in my brain. Over and over, I keep hearing their song “You Can’t Make Old Friends.” Yes, my boyhood buddy and I are old. But I’m not talking about that kind of old.