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Kevin Madigan

About Kevin

Kevin Madigan began writing in his early teens, when he helped publish a magazine while at boarding school in England. Since moving to Georgia in the late 1980s, he has written for various publications, including Atlanta Business Chronicle, MTV, Atlanta Music Guide and Creative Loafing, where he was the Online Music Editor. Madigan contributed to the launch of the local CitySearch.com and wrote a regular column for Atlanta Style & Design. He is also a licensed Spanish translator and interpreter who earned his certification from the Department of Modern Languages at Georgia State University.

Born in New York, Madigan has also lived in Spain and in Miami, where he met his wife, with whom he lives in Tucker. They have two children, both in their twenties. He can be reached at 404-769-2451 and Kevin.Madigan@Patch.com

Beliefs
At Patch, we promise always to report the facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible because human beings have beliefs. So in the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal their beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable. This disclosure is not a license for you to inject your beliefs into stories or to dictate coverage according to them. In fact, the intent is the opposite: we hope that the knowledge that your beliefs are on the record will cause you to be ever mindful to write, report and edit in a fair, balanced way. And if you ever see evidence that we failed in this mission, please let us know.

Politics

I try to stay above the fray, not always successfully.

Religion

Religion is a personal matter, and should stay that way. I don't think anyone has a right to foster their beliefs on others.  

Local Hot-Button Issues

People in Tucker are a mixed bunch, but they tend to rally together when one of their own is facing difficulties. Issues they care about include education, family, sports (especially high school football!) and small business. They are concerned about rising crime rates.

Recently

The Board

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Cheryl Miller

8:18 pm on Saturday, March 3, 2012

Hi Kevin, can you post this information anywhere you think it might be viewed before Monday? Thank you!

UPDATE: THE DRENNER CELL TOWER BILL IS BEING STALLED IN COMMITTEE. A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD MON., MARCH 5. PLEASE COME AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT. THE NEXT NEIGHBORHOOD MIGHT BE YOUR'S IF WE DON'T STAND TOGETHER ON THIS ISSUE RIGHT NOW!

WHAT: Vital public meeting to show unity in countywide opposition to cell towers on school grounds and support Rep. Karla Drenner in her attempt to get HB 1197 on the the floor of the House of Representatives for a vote as soon as possible. The bill is currently being stalled by Rep. Chuck Sims in his committee. You may call or email: Chuck.sims@house.ga.gov; (404) 656-7855 - Office.

WHEN: Monday, March 5, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WHERE: Coverdell Legislative Office Building (CLOB) Room 606, 18 Capitol Sq SW, Atlanta, GA 30334 (Parking deck nearby is $5 all day)
BRING: Photo ID to pass through building security.
DIRECTIONS: Here is a link to Google maps that may be especially helpful if you have never been to the Coverdell Legislative Office Building. It pinpoints its location on a map and includes a photo of the outside of the building: http://g.co/maps/h6xmx

And, here's a link for you to read over HB 1197 which was brought forth by Rep. Drenner: http://www.legis.ga.gov/Legislation/en-US/display/20112012/HB/1197

Neil

2:42 pm on Monday, June 27, 2011

There are two sides to this issue. On one side are the technologists, like Jim, Brian, and myself. On the other side are those who are in the business of opposing wireless base stations, those who see themselves as the next Erin Brochovich, and those who simply do not understand the science and have been made fearful, at least partially by those who have a financail or other personal incentive to generate fear. The public must hear all sides. I hope that the Patch doesn't stop posting the contributions of those who support the understanding of the science.

Cheryl Miller

11:46 am on Sunday, June 26, 2011

Hi Kevin,
Is there any way to prevent further comment from Brian on the "Credible Research..." cell tower article? He is bashing me personally and distracting our Tucker community from the true issues and concerns that we, as residents, should be able to discuss among ourselves on this board. Outside community interest is fine and can even be helpful, but he is overtaking the convesation here to simply confuse people and complain about his experience.

He is off topic and being rude to me as an author as well as other guests who are trying to offer their opinions and advice. I'm not trying to advocate censorship here, but by way of his abusive and constant attacks that are repetitive, he is censoring others who may be now too intimidated to offer ideas or ask questions.