Save Money: Hire Professionals in Training

Professional services are costly. Find out where you can save money by having students do the work.

Queer Oakland: Feliciano makes music, meaning

Matú Feliciano is an elder. She knows it, claims it, understands it. The weight of it, the mass, the influence - the experience has power.  read more

Springdale Elementary Energizes Students With "Brain Gym"

They may seem too young to feel stressed, but teachers at Springdale Elementary School in Bibb County say pressure to do well on tests can make it harder for students to focus and learn.

Health happenings: Aug. 31

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New businesses are flourishing despite road construction: Briefly Brook Park

I was glad to see the new Brookgate Cafe in the former Amy Joy building at the corner of Hummel and Smith roads was busy despite all the construction going on at the intersection.