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Opinion

Regulating Honey Bees in Gwinnett (in Peachtree Corners Patch)

As a new municipality, it will be necessary for Peachtree Corners to review Gwinnett County’s zoning district ordinance to adapt and apply the regulation for beekeeping within the city boundary.

Government

The Vogtle Dilemma: To Run or Not To Run (in Peachtree Corners Patch)

The introduction of a bipartisan legislation HB 267 on Vogtle Nuclear Power Plant on cost overruns at the Georgia General Assembly indicates a shift in dialogue on accountability in energy discourse.

Family

Peace Corps and the Circle of Life (in Peachtree Corners Patch)

Very soon, my 23-years-old son Jason leaves for Ghana to provide his public service as a PCV. He will leave his home in Peachtree Corners to teach math and science to junior high students.

Science & Technology

Controlling Energy and Sunshine (in Peachtree Corners Patch)

The State of Georgia historically lags in diversifying energy. Proposals are underway this legislative session in transforming the sector by using solar power.

Opinion

A Stadium with a Retractable Roof

High profile pet projects such as the proposed new stadium for the Falcons distract legislature and disregard community opinion.

Promoting Diversity through Affirmative Action (in Peachtree Corners Patch)

Affirmative action policies issued by Presidents were instrumental in promoting diversity. As President Obama begins his second term, will he work to protect the rights of minorities and the weak?

Ryan Roars and Savannah Weeps (in Peachtree Corners Patch)

The voting history of Paul Ryan on environmental legislation show signs of orthodoxy. This election requires game changers to keep the momentum going to capitalize on green progress already accrued.

Nukes Come With Hooks in Vogtle Affair (in Peachtree Corners Patch)

The real world concern of nuclear energy technology is on disposal of dangerous waste. Vogtle new generation reactors may further shed light on transitioning this source to safer mixes.

Savannah Estuary, Promising and Pristine (in Peachtree Corners Patch)

Expediting of Savannah Harbor Expansion Project by the White House is a win for Georgia. Successful implementation depends on collaborative strategies to overcome environmental challenges.

Government

It Is Not What It Is (in Peachtree Corners Patch)

Creating a governance culture free from biases require questioning quotidian assumptions. The City Council of Peachtree Corners heads towards the right direction in embracing diversity.