Needlecast in Pines

…dropping or a fungal disease that can affect needle health. This spring, landowners in north Georgia (mostly central and east) reported large numbers of “dying” pine trees. In reality, there…

Sung to the tune of “School’s Out for Summer!”

…the environment. We may not be able to come over and babysit your charge in person, but we’re excited about supporting the important job you’re doing for the next generation!…

Summer Camp Openings for Nature-Loving Middle Schoolers

…the Forestry Youth Camp. There is no charge for students to attend camp, which is made possible by the sponsorship of businesses and organizations including the Georgia Forestry Commission, Georgia…

Newnan Tornado Recovery – One Year Later

…Newnan, GA 30263. It can be accessed from 1st Ave. at Long Place. More than 15,000 large, mature trees were lost,” said Lowrimore. “Over the past year, we’ve worked to…

Taxes & Estate Planning

…associated with easements. Easements often make it much easier to pass the land to the owner’s children without paying large estate taxes. Get additional information regarding conservation easements from your…

11-17-21 Final 2021 Leaf Watch Report

Foliage color change is ending in NW GA as a large percentage of trees have lost their leaves. The few leaves remaining are showing dull colors of brown, yellow, and red. Chestnut oak, white oak, and red oak are among the few species retaining leaves contributing to arrays of brown and yellow.  Select few maples are still showing some vivid colors of yellow and orange.

Overall color intensity will likely decrease in the coming week as leaves continue to drop. 

Final Leaf Watch Report for November 17th, 2021

Northwest GA Specific (Ridge and Valley/Cumberland Plateau): Foliage color change is ending in NW GA as a large percentage of trees have lost their leaves. The few leaves remaining are…

Doing Business in Georgia

…within a two-hour flight of Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Georgia offers state-of-the-art deep-water ports in Savannah and Brunswick operated by the Georgia Ports Authority. Georgia also offers inland barge operations…

Social & Cultural

…and illness. External Website Green Cities: Place Attachment & Meaning Place attachment and meaning are particularly relevant when considering issues of urban development and community-building. Attachment and meaning emerge from…