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On being thankful

Kevin — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:01:00 GMT

We're all thankful for the things that enrich our lives in obvious ways. But what about the ways that aren't so obvious?

The man in the mirror

Kevin — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:01:00 GMT

It's a good bet Chris Brown doesn't look in the mirror and see The Guy Who Beat Up Rihanna.

Over the wall

Kevin — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 05:01:00 GMT

The era of the Berlin Wall seems so far away. But is it really?

Long live the King

Kevin — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 04:01:00 GMT

“This Is It” may be an imperfect farewell to the King of Pop, but then, any sendoff would be.

Reality bites

Kevin — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Reality television and exploitation go hand in hand.

Rush to judgment

Kevin — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Rush Limbaugh is many things, but a victim isn't one of them. His name's on more lips than Burt's Bees.

Memo to Roman Polanski's apologists: Shut up already

Kevin — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 04:01:00 GMT

If he'd taken his punishment like a man three decades ago, he might have come out of the experience with some measure of redemption.

Five years young

Kevin — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Over the last five years, we've striven to address the issues that matter to all of us, and to reflect the voices and opinions of everyday Atlantans.

Race, Obama and the ticking time bomb

Kevin — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Does race play a role in the shouting match that passes for our current political discourse? Of course it does. But there's more to it than that.

What the hell is wrong with us?

Kevin — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Our political discourse is nothing more than a dogfight. We derive enterertainment from the pain and degradation of others.

Reach out and touch someone

Kevin — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 04:01:00 GMT

When you hear that a decision you made let down a 5-year-old boy—well, who can live with that kind of guilt?

Scary stuff, kids!

Kevin — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Compared with the real-world demons who exploit our fears to win political campaigns, who wouldn’t rather spend a couple of hours with a soulless vampire?

Casting call for an ATL housewife

Kevin — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 04:01:00 GMT

If you're a real Atlanta housewive, more concerned with surviving paycheck to paycheck than living party to party, we want to hear from you—and maybe spotlight you in an upcoming feature.

Confessions of a junk foodie

Kevin — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 04:01:00 GMT

It's no secret that Atlanta is a great food town, with enough "name" chefs and top-tier restaurants to appeal to the most adventurous foodie.

Michael Vick—Why do we still care?

Kevin — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 04:01:00 GMT

His dogfighting operation may have been headquartered in Virginia, but it was Atlanta that was most affected by his actions.

Sharing Stories of Survival

Kevin — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 04:01:00 GMT

What I didn't expect were the wrenching tales of loss, despair and even homelessness I received.

Henry Gates, Michael Vick and the benefit of the doubt

Kevin — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 15:44:00 GMT

Gates, a respected thinker, received it. Vick, a convicted felon, wasn’t so fortunate

You don't know what you've got until it's gone

Kevin — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMT

The future is not a finish line. It's the very next breath we're going to take.

Six brave kids

Kevin — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMT

While everyone else obsesses over Michael Jackson, I've been thinking about a group of teenagers in Honduras.

Iran, so far away

Kevin — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMT

When your top politician goes by the handle of “Supreme Leader,” you probably shouldn’t be too surprised when he acts like a supervillian from a third-rate Saturday morning cartoon.

Never can say goodbye

Kevin — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 23:29:00 GMT

Michael Jackson took pop music in breathtaking new directions others are still exploring. I hope that’s how we’ll remember him.

What's wrong with this picture?

Kevin — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMT

While protesters died in Iran last week, one brave man stood up for his right to free chicken.

Looking for a new columnist. Is it you?

Kevin — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Are you an aspiring Clark Howard, an investment wiz or just a really savvy shopper? Drop us a line.

Tied to the whipping post

Kevin — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:38:00 GMT

We need a scapegoat for our fears and frustrations, a repository for our anger and anxiety. We need a whipping boy.

Mayor Franklin feeling the heat

Kevin — Fri, 29 May 2009 12:00:00 GMT

Shirley Franklin stands at a critical juncture that could define her two terms in office.

Michael Vick, T.I. and the King family

Kevin — Fri, 22 May 2009 14:36:00 GMT

Vick and T.I. not only have more influence over today's youth than the Kings, they're serving as better role models.

Paste magazine: Don't stop the presses

Kevin — Fri, 15 May 2009 15:56:00 GMT

To make it through this short-term crisis, Paste is asking readers for a one-time cash donation. I encourage you to donate if you're so inclined.

Getting to know you

Kevin — Sun, 10 May 2009 04:01:00 GMT

The reason I look forward to our annual Sunday Best issue is the opportunity it affords us to find out where you’re coming from.

Bring it on!

Kevin — Sun, 03 May 2009 20:47:00 GMT

The Atlanta Hawks have made me a believer. This is Atlanta. Anything is possible.

Tug of war

Kevin — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:01:00 GMT

As a people, we’re big on staying inside our comfort zones.

Coming down with a virus

Kevin — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:01:00 GMT

In the end we’re just like Levi Johnston and Bristol Palin: We’re protected—most of the time.

More hard losses at the AJC

Kevin — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:18:00 GMT

The latest list of names departing the Atlanta Journal-Constitution is simply staggering.

Rock on

Kevin — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Even in exile, the rock star exerts a power that’s hard to ignore.

The new yellow journalism

Kevin — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 15:36:00 GMT

In the current economy, newspapers can't afford to take a single reader for granted.

Half Off Depot on Fox 5

Kevin — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 15:26:00 GMT

Catch Half Off Depot on Fox 5 News today, April 1, at noon, 5 and 6 p.m.

We told you so, Miley

Kevin — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 11:38:00 GMT

Oh, Miley, if only you'd followed my advice ...

Stephanie Ramage on "The Regular Guys"

Kevin — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 21:23:00 GMT

Catch our news editor on Rock 100.5 at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday.

Taking control

Kevin — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Too many Atlantans just don't feel safe.

Our heroes

Kevin — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:01:00 GMT

Fortunately, there will always be people driven more by love for their fellow man than by fear.

This week's cover story

Kevin — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:02:00 GMT

Countless human dramas remain abstractions for us, until someone steps up and puts a human face on them.

Keep your chin up

Kevin — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 05:01:00 GMT

Pick up a newspaper these days, and the barrage of grim tidings can be overwhelming.

The power of the press

Kevin — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 17:35:00 GMT

You'd think I'd have learned by now the power that newspapers can wield.

Hollywood's dark night? Not quite

Kevin — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 20:59:00 GMT

The fact that "The Dark Knight" wasn't nominated for Best Picture doesn't offend me. Why should it?

Three little words

Kevin — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 05:01:00 GMT

That simple slogan might as well be tattooed on my forehead.

Positive vibrations

Kevin — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 05:05:00 GMT

Award-winning author Neil Gaiman called me a "twerp" last Sunday. So how was your week?

"Coraline" clarification

Kevin — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 14:52:00 GMT

We've received a ton of comments about my review of Henry Selick's "Coraline" over the weekend.

"The Regular Guys" appearance Monday morning

Kevin — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 22:36:00 GMT

I'll be on "The Regular Guys" morning show on Monday, Feb. 9 to discuss our "25 Things We Love to Hate" cover story.

SP investor makes major offer for Creative Loafing

Kevin — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 14:54:00 GMT

Brian Conley, an investor and real-estate developer, has made a major financial offer for the six papers owned by Creative Loafing Inc.

Nominate your hero

Kevin — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 17:12:00 GMT

Nominate someone you know for The Sunday Paper’s inaugural Unsung Heroes Award.

The exploitation of Sarah Palin

Kevin — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 22:39:00 GMT

The governor seems to be suffering from a little buyer's remorse.

Gupta for Surgeon General?

Kevin — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 20:49:00 GMT

Obama wants CNN correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta as his new Surgeon General, according to the Washington Post.