2001 - Sightseers' Delight

Red Cross, National Fire Protection Association advise of holiday safety tips

December 21, 2001 Todd DeFeo

December starts a three-month period in which accidents are more prone to happen, according to the National Fire Protection Association.

North Fulton cities take a stand to keep MARTA

December 18, 2001 Todd DeFeo

Officials in a pair of North Fulton County cities passed resolutions opposing the potential pullout of MARTA from the region.

Substance abuse plagues residents statewide

December 14, 2001 Todd DeFeo

Cigarettes have become commonplace in today’s society. Whether in movies or the office break room, the use of such substances is on the rise, and the impact has proven detrimental.

MARTA considering changes to North Fulton routes

December 7, 2001 Legacy Content

Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) officials recently announced cutbacks that would affect two routes in north Fulton.

GRTA seeks public input on GA 400

December 7, 2001 Todd DeFeo

The Georgia Regional Transportation Authority (GRTA) is sponsoring a series of public meetings to determine residents’ consensus on GA 400.

Alpharetta prepares square for the holiday season

November 23, 2001 Todd DeFeo

For many, winter is full of traditions. Santa, elves and reindeer prancing are enough to carry residents away to a winter wonderland. However, Alpharetta is far from the North Pole and, to some, does not stand as the epitome of a winter paradise.

Bulloch Hall transforms into Christmas paradise

November 23, 2001 Todd DeFeo

As the holiday season approaches, certain traditions are expected: trees, carols and Santa Claus.

Roswell completes a pair of land transactions

November 23, 2001 Todd DeFeo

On Tuesday, Oct. 23, the city of Roswell completed two land transactions involving the properties, culminating years of efforts by the city.

American folk spirit goes to church

November 12, 2001 Todd DeFeo

Folk music is entrenched in American cultural history, just as baseball is an important part of the sports story of the United States.

Greg “Fingers” Taylor

October 24, 2001 Legacy Content

Though primarily known as Jimmy Buffett’s harmonica player, Fingers Taylor has had a fine career of his own.