Dec 6, 2014
Editorial: Hawthorne Hardship
The economic and educational problems in Hawthorne are intertwined. Attracting quality businesses there will require having an education pipeline in place to provide the kind of skilled workers valued in the modern economy.
The Plum Creek Timber Company’s development plan offered the promise of bringing those kind of economic opportunities to Hawthorne. As county commissioners continue to negotiate with the company, Hawthorne is being left to struggle.
Gainesville.com, The Gainesville Sun, December 6, 2014. (Read entire article)
