High Quality Charter Schools Need High Quality Boards

High quality school governance is critical to any school's success. Even more so for public charter schools.

The Squirrel Hunter

A tale about a man with a bit too much passion for reducing the squirrel population.

Launching the High School Graduate

It’s a spring ritual. The entrances to many subdivisions will sport graduation banners trumpeting the names of the community’s high school graduates.

Arming Our Troops With the Military Ration

Armed Forces Day is May 18th. Ever wonder what we feed our soldiers?

Barbara Gilleece/ Party Patter/ Tips For A Special Graduation Party

How to plan a graduation party.

New Title Tax is Unfair and Discriminatory

The new title tax is great for Georgia residents unless you have just moved here.

Hamburger Briefs and Beefs

It’s National Hamburger Week. How do you like your burgers?

'Charter Schools Rock' Returns to Atlantic Station, Saturday, May 18

Saturday, 5/18: Charter Schools Rock-- a free, family-friendly event at Atlantic Station that showcases Georgia’s high-performing public charter schools.

The Return of a Dream

Dreamland plans a return to Peachtree Corners in autumn and other thoughts.

Getting Healthier…in Your Sleep!

Ever wish your family could just go to sleep and wake up a little bit healthier? You can! Dr. Walsh shares her secrets for overnight success.

Black American Mothers Deserve Break

Financesonline.com releases an infographic in time for Mother's Day.

"WE DON'T...."

Looking for a place to volunteer? Looking for an organization with a heart as big as yours? Consider being a volunteer today with Angels Among Us Pet Rescue!

Poor Health and Financial Planning

Planning for retirement should start in one’s early twenties. Because good health habits are developed early and health governs the quality of life long before retirement, and certainly, after.

My Sweet Introduction to Rainbow Village

The mayor's perspective on Rainbow Village.

Much to Celebrate in Georgia During National Charter Schools Week

It's National Charter Schools Week: Georgia has a lot to celebrate!

Give Your Mom the Time of Day

Did you know that as many as 86 percent of American moms feel unappreciated? On Mother’s Day pamper your mom with a few simple treats you can make from or for the kitchen.

This Mother’s Day, I’m Celebrating the “Mean Moms” for Being Great Role Models!

No one ever said that being a mom is easy! As a matter of fact, kids sometimes think we're mean just because we don't let them do what they want or make them do things they don't want to do.

Suddenly

Life throws tragic curve-balls. In the aftermath of those moments, one must ask if life is being lived to its fullest.

Bad News???

Rausch Raving on Bad News and how to avoid it!

Slow Growth Grinds On

Consumers have been spending, but data indicates they do so by decreasing savings. That is not healthy as we preach do-it-yourself approaches to financial independence in retirement.

5-Minute Cinco de Mayo Meal

Enjoy a delicious 5-minute meal for Cinco de Mayo!

Issues in Life

Rausch Raving about our City Lite??? And how life seems to throw us unexpected curves.

Random Thoughts on Peachtree Corners

Some random thoughts on current affairs in Peachtree Corners...

Saving Your Scraps

Common kitchen ingredients can act as green cleaners!

School Nutrition's Strong4Life

As the school year comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on some of the strides we made improving school nutrition this year.

Would You Like Some Pollen With That?

This blogger wonders if he actually consumed too many allergens recently.

GaTAPP Program Hailed in Education Week: Charter-Specific Teacher Certification Program is First of its Kind in the Nation

GA Charter Schools Association pioneers alternative GA teacher certification for charter public school teachers.

Barbara Gilleece/ Party Patter/ And They're Off , How To Plan A Kentucky Derby Party

Creative ideas for your Kentucky derby party.

Berry Your Memory Lapses

National Blueberry pie day is this week. Read about the memory and health benefits of eating blueberries and have a piece of pie to celebrate the day.

3 Ways to Be Ready to Seize the Opportunity or Shorten Your Job Search

How can you shorten your job search or seize the right opportunity when it comes along?

Finding Value in Commercial Real Estate

Historically low interest rates are providing opportunities for investors in non-traded real estate investment trusts (REITs).

Strong4Life: Know the Signs

It might seem easy to spot the signs of childhood obesity, but it’s not. In fact, our biggest problem in Georgia is that parents don’t notice obesity in their own home.

NHS Foundation for Excellence Hosts Community Annual Gala

NHS Foundation for Excellence hosts its biggest fundraiser of the year on Friday, April 26th, 7:00pm at the Fields Club. The community is invited to come and support our world-class school.

Put Some Punch in Your Picnic

Get the most out of your picnic with the least amount of effort for National Picnic Day.

In The Face Of Tragedy

Good triumphs over evil and calamity. This blogger explains.

PCBA Spotlight: Dan Baker, Georgia Commerce Bank

Meet our city's business leaders. Spotlight: PCBA Business Leaders Dan R. Baker, Senior Vice President Georgia Commerce Bank Peachtree Corners, Georgia

Coffee: You Probably Help Run This Billion-Dollar Business

Fair Trade coffee infographic showcases how your purchase funds the second largest traded commodity in the world.

The Joys of Grandparent-Grandchild Travel

In determining the amount of money necessary in retirement, retirees may become financially paranoid, unduly tight with spending to the point that they fail to enjoy the fruits of their saving.

Tired Mom + Pizza = Happiness

We’ve all been there. And by “there,” I’m talking about being on the verge of pulling your hair out (assuming you have any left) because everything is imploding—or exploding—at home.

City of Peachtree Corners - Update on Land Acquisition | Q & A

City of Peachtree Corners appoints a Downtown Development Authority (DDA) & pays $190,000 in Earnest Toward Land Acquisition