October 2010 - Page 5 of 5 - Sightseers' Delight

Atlanta Press Club hosts general election debates

October 4, 2010 Express Telegraph

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Press Club will host 14 debates this election season, giving voters statewide the opportunity to learn about the candidates running for public office and their positions on major issues. The debates will be filmed at Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB), located at 260 14th Street in Midtown, in front of a live studio audience. “Part of our mission is fostering journalistic excellence, and our annual debate series is an integral part of

Bobby Cox’s final regular season game

October 3, 2010 The Travel Trolley

State Department issues travel warning for Europe

October 3, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Citing “the potential for terrorist attacks,” the U.S.State Department on Sunday issued an alert for Americans traveling in Europe. “Current information suggests that al-Qa’ida and affiliated organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks,” the State Department said in the alert. “European governments have taken action to guard against a terrorist attack and some have spoken publicly about the heightened threat conditions. “Terrorists may elect to use a variety of means and weapons and target both official

GAY — Judging by the lines at the barbecue, fried chicken and apple dumpling stands, food was the star of the day. Maybe that's just one quasi-wannabe foodie's take on the 73rd edition of The Cotton Pickin' Fair. The fair is held twice a year — in May and October. Set among structures dating from 1891-1920 on the picturesque Gay Family Farmstead in Meriwether County, the fair is also highlighted by arts and crafts, a

United, Continental officially merge

October 2, 2010 The Travel Trolley

United and Continental airlines have officially merged into a single airline.

It’s just a ‘Cotton Pickin’ Fair’

October 2, 2010 The Travel Trolley

It’s just a “Cotton Pickin’ Fair.” The 73rd edition of The Cotton Pickin’ Fair is scheduled for this weekend. The festival takes place on the Gay Family Farmstead in Meriwether County. The lineup for the family -friendly event includes shopping, dining and entertainment. The fair features antiques, art, photography, pottery, clothing and skilled artisans. In addition, the fair’s promoters have promised an array of delectable southern foods – and everything is cooked on location– whether