February 2023 - Page 2 of 3 - Sightseers' Delight

Georgia lawmaker introduces bill to legalize mobile sports betting

February 16, 2023 Todd DeFeo

A Georgia state lawmaker has filed legislation to legalize mobile sports betting.

FAA Completes Rule to Increase Safety at Airports

February 16, 2023 Official News Releases

A new rule from the Federal Aviation Administration will help airports detect and mitigate safety problems before they result in accidents or incidents. The final rule requires certain airports to develop and implement a safety management system (SMS).

Georgia’s Ossoff expresses concerns about proposed mine near the Okefenokee

February 15, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Georgia officials are accepting public comments on a proposed strip mine in Charlton County near the Okefenokee Swamp, and a U.S. senator from Georgia is elevating his concerns about the plan.

Ossoff comments on proposed mine near the Okefenokee

February 15, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

Ossoff: “I am urging the Environmental Protection Division of the state of Georgia to take into account expertise, the scientific conclusions of all experts who are weighing in as they make a determination about this permit.”

NZ Police: More than 1,400 reported uncontactable following Cyclone Gabrielle

February 15, 2023 Todd DeFeo

New Zealand Police have received more 1,400 reports of people uncontactable across the North Island in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle.

Mets to induct HoJo, Leiter, Cohen and Rose in team’s Hall of Fame

February 13, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

The New York Mets will induct infielder Howard Johnson, pitcher Al Leiter and broadcasters Gary Cohen and Howie Rose into the Mets Hall of Fame.

Georgia officials unveil 2023 state travel guide

February 13, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

Governor Brian P. Kemp and Explore Georgia, the tourism division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, today unveiled the 2023 Explore Georgia Official State Travel Guide.

Police arrest man for multiple aggravated robberies in Auckland

February 13, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

Police have charged a 21-year-old male for six aggravated robberies across Auckland over the past three months.

Florida lawmakers conclude special session, strip away Disney’s special status

February 10, 2023 The Center Square

The Florida Legislature concluded its special session on Friday, passing bills regarding Disney’s autonomy, transport of foreign nationals and election fraud.

Is it time to look back at 1973 for The Band?

February 10, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Fifty years ago, The Band played a few epic shows that remain etched in the group’s historical lore. Five decades on, it’s time for a true 1973 retrospective.