Author: Herman Copeland

Georgia’s Vogtle nuclear plant expansion, completed in 2024 after massive delays and cost overruns, now stands as the first new U.S. nuclear reactors in over three decades, delivering carbon-free power to meet surging demands from AI data centers. Located near Augusta along the Savannah River, this $34 billion project highlights nuclear energy’s promise for reliable electricity but also exposes its challenges like high costs and safety concerns as tech giants…

The world keeps worrying about artificial intelligence taking jobs. Andrew Ng sees a different problem. The co-founder of Google Brain says the AI industry is running short of people, not roles, and the gap is widening fast as companies race to build smarter systems. That shortage, Ng argues, could shape who gets hired, who gets left behind, and what skills actually matter over the next two years. A shortage hiding…

Metro Atlanta is not about to be buried under snow, despite dramatic maps racing across social media feeds. Forecasters say the real story is calmer, clearer, and a lot less click-friendly, even as winter keeps Georgians on edge after years of icy surprises. No Snow on the Official Forecast, Despite the Buzz If you live in metro Atlanta and you’re staring at your phone wondering whether to cancel plans, here’s…

A group of Buddhist monks is walking 2,300 miles from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C., to promote peace and compassion. They entered the Atlanta metro area in late December 2025, drawing crowds at stops in Georgia towns and cities. This pilgrimage, known as the Walk for Peace, started in October 2025 and plans to end in February 2026. The monks aim to inspire unity and mindful living across the…

A new year in Georgia is arriving with a stack of new laws, touching everything from home insurance notices to car tags and campaign finance rules, as lawmakers wrap up unfinished business from the last legislative session. Several measures that didn’t kick in over the summer are set to become law on New Year’s Day, quietly reshaping daily life for residents, professionals, and public officials alike. Professional Shortages Push Lawmakers…

Georgia native and University Police Department investigator Heiko Ellis crossed the commencement stage this December with a master’s degree in criminal justice and criminology, adding another chapter to a career built on service, learning, and quiet determination. For Ellis, the moment wasn’t about titles or applause. It was about keeping a promise to himself. A Degree Earned Through Purpose, Not Pause Ellis, now a two-time graduate of Georgia Southern University,…