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Such a Thing as Too Much Snow!

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Clyde Holler

My apologies to my regular readers for the long time between posts. I’ve had some technical difficulties, some snow days due to our two recent snow storms, and a few miscellaneous problems that have conspired to keep me out of … Continue reading →

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On the Concept of No Zoning

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Clyde Holler

Folks who come up from the city seem to take it for granted that mountain counties have zoning, but it ain’t necessarily so. Fannin County, for instance, has no countywide zoning. It’s a hot button political issue with the local … Continue reading →

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Election run-offs… Will “growth take care of itself”?

Posted on August 25, 2012 by Clyde Holler

The cooler weather has continued, and it’s been really delightful. It has also stopped raining for the moment, and it continues to look a bit like an early fall. September is normally our driest month, and I’m hoping it will … Continue reading →

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SPLOST fails and other election results

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Clyde Holler

After a bit of a drier spell, the rainy and warm weather is continuing. I’ve noticed that the two male Indigo Buntings in my vicinity have departed. I’d gotten used to hearing their call, so I miss them. The last … Continue reading →

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