August 2008Jerry Grillo
Planning Without Boarders
A growing movement is focusing on mega-regions that cut across geographical and political boundaries to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Atlanta is at the heart of a six-state zone expected to have 82 million people by 2050.
Read the full storyAugust 2008Jerry Grillo
The Power Years
Fresh starts, second careers and volunteer work characterize Georgia’s retirees. They’re impacting every aspect of the way communities plan for the future.
Read the full storyAugust 2008Ed Lightsey
Trend Radar: August 2008
The rise of CFOs, Ray City update, Fishing fees?
Read the full storyJuly 2008Ben Young and Ed Lightsey
Celebrating Revitalization
This year’s Heart and Soul of Georgia bus tour showcased nine Metro Atlanta communities that are rehabbing, refurbishing and rethinking their downtowns.
Read the full storyJune 2008Ed Lightsey
Reviving Jekyll
Many of the storied island’s manmade assets are in decline. There’s little disagreement that something needs to be done. But the size and scope of the redevelopment plan are still being debated.
Read the full storyMay 2008Ed Lightsey
Hallowed Grounds
Georgia’s cemeteries are benefitting from renewed interest in historic tourism and genealogy, appreciation for art and architecture and a reverence for generations past.
Read the full storyMay 2008Ed Lightsey
Trend Radar: May 2008
A critical honeybee malady, an international business concierge and a narrow escape in downtown Atlanta.
Read the full storyApril 2008Ed Lightsey
Trend Radar: April 2008
Empowerment in Crisp County, parking in Atlanta and applying to Kia online.
Read the full storyApril 2008Susan Percy
2008 Economic Yearbook: Forging Ahead
Our annual region-by-region look at the state’s economy indicates that Georgia is faring better than many other states. Eight writers talked to business and civic leaders as well as economic development officials throughout the state. Stories by Mae Gentry, Patti Ghezzi, Ray Glier, Karen Kennedy, Bobby Nesbitt, Christy Simo, Katheryn Hayes Tucker and Matthew Willett.
Read the full story2007 Economic Yearbook: Growing Stronger
Published April 2007
April 2007: Trend Radar
Published April 2007
Wilkinson, Johnson, Baldwin, Laurens and Washington Counties: Middle Georgia Assets
Published March 2007
Ed Lightsey
Trend Radar: March 2007
Published March 2007
