July 2011 - Sightseers' Delight

Branford Marsalis added to Curaçao North Sea Jazz Festival lineup

July 30, 2011 Todd DeFeo

Branford Marsalis and his quartet have been added to the lineup of musicians performing during this year’s Curaçao North Sea Jazz Festival.

Franklin remembered as ‘stalwart defender of the Christian Faith’

July 30, 2011 Express Telegraph

When state Rep. Bobby Franklin, R-Marietta, passed away earlier this week, the state of Georgia lost “a stalwart defender of the Christian Faith,” the co-founder of the “Institute On The Constitution” said. Michael Anthony Peroutka, the institute’s co-founder, called Franklin “a battle-tested promoter of the need to restore the Constitutional Republic through the reinvigoration of the Christian principles of the founding.” “He was a true pro-life activist,” Peroutka said in a statement. “Bobby was a

Dylan brings the ‘Thunder’ to Chastain

July 29, 2011 Todd DeFeo

During the roughly 90 minute concert, the poet laureate of American music showed once again that he has a unique knack for re-inventing even his most famous compositions.

Dylan rocks Chastain

July 29, 2011 Todd DeFeo

Dylan brought the latest chapter to his storied music career to Atlanta’s Chastain Amphitheater on Thursday, and his band did not disappoint.

Rep. Bobby Franklin dies

July 26, 2011 Express Telegraph

ATLANTA — State Rep. Bobby Franklin, a vocal Republican from Cobb County has died, ajc.com reported. “I was shocked and saddened to hear of Rep. Bobby Franklin’s death,” Gov. Nathan Deal said in a statement. “Bobby served the people of Georgia as a representative from Cobb County for nearly 15 years, and he never wavered in his conviction to his principles. “He staunchly defended our Second Amendment rights, and he passionately promoted the sanctity of

Congress fails to reauthorize FAA

July 23, 2011 The Travel Trolley

Congress did not reauthorize the FAA this week, and the federal agency has furloughed 4,000 employees nationwide as a result.

Central Ohio’s Essenplatz closes after 17 years

July 23, 2011 The Travel Trolley

A Central Ohio dining institution has closed after nearly two decades serving up home-cooked comfort food.

GBI: Drug overdoses on the rise

July 22, 2011 Express Telegraph

ATLANTA — The number of people dying from drug overdoses in Georgia — whether it be prescription or illicit drugs or a mix of the two — is on the rise, according to a newly released GBI analysis. The examination, which looked at autopsies that GBI Medical Examiner’s Office in 152 counties statewide performed, found a 10 percent increase in the number of prescription overdose deaths in 2010 when compared to 2009. The analysis looked

LaHood, Babbitt: Reauthorize FAA

July 22, 2011 The Travel Trolley

Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Randy Babbitt are asking Congress to approve a reauthorization of the FAA, which expires at midnight tonight.

Facebook post: Woodstock eatery closes

July 21, 2011 Express Telegraph

A popular Woodstock eatery with a decidedly conservative feel has closed, the restaurant said last month on Facebook. “Yes, it is true…as of today the Right Wing Tavern is officially closed,” according to a June 23 posting. “We love everyone in our Right Wing family so, so much! Thank you everyone for the good times, memories and friendships made there. Thanks for the support during the years. It was a very difficult thing, but we