Mussels Convenient Scapegoat for Ineffective Politicians
The drought has brought dire consequences: watering bans, the Lake possibly dropping below intakes.  Some predict water rationing, businesses closing, Lanier drying up. How did we reach this unimaginable point?...

Can the House Override the President's Veto of SCHIPS?
October 18th the US House of Representatives will take a vote to override the president's veto of H.R. 976, the " Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007 ..."

Letter to the Editor - Water Woes
The Corps of Engineers is dumping water at a reckless rate to save a few mussels and Sturgeons. If the drought should continue, the Army Corp of Engineer’s ill-advised massive release of vital water will endanger the very existence of cities such as Atlanta...

Don't Drink the Kool-Aid on Water Plan
Georgia's rain shortfall and dire drought predictions have led to restrictions across the state on outdoor water use even though, as one county water conservation official admitted, "It's like driving on the interstate. You know that speeding is illegal, and you might slow down when you see a police officer on the side of the road, but once you pass him you go back to speeding..."

Forsyth County and Cumming City Taxes
Former commissioner Ron Seder submits some musings about the city and county LOST and SPLOST split and other things...

Letter to the Editor - Keep the Moratorium
Last year the citizens of Forsyth elected a commission to be responsive to their concerns. They have taken action to slow the  amount of building until the infrastructure can catch up. I hope they continue the moratorium for as long as necessary...

In all Fairness, Lets Get Both Sides of the Story
Recently, it has been brought to the forefront by local activists, parents, and citizens that the GA Professional Standards Commission has not been doing their job...

Letter to the Editor: Suffer the Innocent Pets
All Americans should unite in condemning dog fighting, as well as the cruel abuse and murder of these innocent animals...

Is China Trying To Kill Us?
Yesterday we reported that there is a recall on some Mattel toys that had lead in them or magnets that fall off and could be a swallowing hazard. Now today we find out that certain vinyl baby bibs sold at Toys “R” Us stores appear to be contaminated with lead also...

Letter to the Editor: Love at First Sight
Six years ago my wife and I were traveling through Forsyth County while taking the scenic route from Moody Air Force Base to my mom's home in Virginia.  It was love at first sight...

It's The First Day Of School
It’s the first day of school. Here is your chance to vent.  What went right; what went wrong...

Letter to the Editor: Amy Wilbourne vs Forsyth County School District
A case of retaliation, harassment and disability discrimination.  This is of national concern-- public school safety...

Letter to the Editor: The $13,000 Doorman
With the flood of homes on the market and doom and gloom in everyone’s ear, I decided I would venture out into the real estate market and claim my prize…

Letter to the Editor: Plea to Forsyth Citizens to Comment on Golf Club Rezoning
Request to rezone Lanier Golf Club (ZA#3370) for mixed use was postponed from July 24th to August 28th.  The plan is presented as a Continuing Care Retirement Community but it does not include assisted living or nursing care...

Letter to the Editor: Walking Angels at Forsyth Station 10
The Perry family of Colorado Springs credits Forsyth Emergency Services for saving father's life...