Add reading, math and science in creative ways to your summer playlist. As we’ve all discovered in recent months, learning can continue at home for kids. While we want students (and their parents) to relax and recharge during the summer break, there are simple and fun ways to keep on learning. If you can commit to only one activity to encourage your child’s learning this … [Read more...]

At long last, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has awarded the contract to build the first phase of the Highway 20 reconstruction between Canton and Cumming. Construction is expected to begin soon. Exciting may not be the right way to describe it, as construction will be a five-year traffic nightmare, and some people believe a six-lane highway is overkill. … [Read more...]

In the business of information security, professionals preach that the best defense is a layered defense. The more barriers or challenges there are in place, the more secure your system. Last month I wrote about using a pass-phrase instead of a password to shore up your internet security defenses. This time, I’d like to tell you about another technology, multi-factor … [Read more...]

Congratulations to all of our 2020 Readers' Choice Winners! Now, let's get you set up to share your status with the community. Items we have for you to display include: • Window cling • Digital certificate suitable for printing and framing • Graphic for social media To receive these items, email readerschoice@aroundaboutmagazines.com. To place a Thank You ad in the … [Read more...]

Cherokee County is conducting a study of the supply and demand for all types of housing in our county. The main driver of the study is the perception that we have a shortage of affordable housing, especially workforce housing. What do we mean by affordable and workforce housing? Affordable housing generally means that a family doesn’t have to spend more than 30% of its … [Read more...]