Quality of life, quality of the football, on the move in Augusta
Though we as a community now find ourselves in what some refer to as "the lazy days of summer," I can assure our citizens with great certainty that Augusta has not taken the summer off.Our city's...
View ArticleNew local government must serve needs of many, not interests of few
As our city again enters election season, I wanted to take a moment to share with local citizens my perspective on qualities that I am hopeful this year's group of candidates will exemplify as we...
View ArticleMany made celebration a success
Our hearts were warmed Dec. 8 as true Christmas spirit and community pride were so very evident in downtown Augusta for The Augusta Chronicle's first Christmas Light-Up Spectacular.Many of us think...
View ArticleCity's amazing 2007 sets stage for an even better 2008
As 2007 draws to a close and we look ahead to what no doubt will be an outstanding 2008, I wanted to take an opportunity to share with the citizens of Augusta some of the incredible achievements we...
View ArticleBeyond the numbers: Demographic data belie Augusta's successes
During my almost three years as mayor of Augusta, I have made it a point to take every opportunity I can to inform the public of what I see going on daily in our community. To give the citizens of our...
View ArticleInvestment strengthens MCG, Augusta ties
The Medical College of Georgia is a valuable local resource with an important statewide mission: improving health through highly integrated programs in education, research, and clinical care.Meeting...
View ArticleFacts, people, bear out my faith in Augusta
As 2008 draws to a close, Augusta has much to be thankful for during these difficult economic times.Although our region's economy is being impacted by the current national situation, there are many...
View ArticleCity stayed solid amid trying economic times
Now that 2009 has drawn to a close, I wanted to take this opportunity to share some of the significant highlights of the past year that undoubtedly will propel Augusta to greater heights in years to...
View ArticleLocal ambassadors can bring out Augusta's best for Masters Week
I have long stated that Augusta is an internationally known brand name associated with excellence.From playing host yearly to the world-renowned Masters Tournament and the world's largest Ironman event...
View ArticleMaximize our city's assets to draw the best, brightest
"I believe that Augusta is now undergoing a great awakening and entering a new era of enlightenment as we are now seeing concrete evidence of what can be accomplished when we rise above past...
View ArticleTeamwork boosted Augusta in 2011
As a new year begins, I wanted to share a few significant milestones that have been reached in Augusta during 2011. They underscore for me just how much can be accomplished when our community works...
View ArticleOfficials' bullying has to stop now
In discussion, a Commissioner may condemn the nature of likely consequences of the proposed measure in strong terms, but must avoid a discussion of personalities, and under no circumstances may he/she...
View ArticleNational forum addressed challenges faced by our veterans
This past Monday I had the moving experience of being a part of the Robin Hood Foundation Veterans Summit in New York City, aboard the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum.With the event still fresh in...
View ArticleOld city landmarks can breathe new life into a growing Augusta
Augusta is a city that has been built on innovation. When Henry Cummings looked at the shoals of the Savannah River blocking forward upstream progress, he boldly saw a canal to promote commerce. When...
View ArticleColumn: Augusta is poised for a prosperous 2014
As we look back on 2013 and forward toward 2014, I can say without hesitation that our city is headed in the right direction with our best days to come. As the national economy continues to turn,...
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