October 2023 – Page 2 – Sightseers' Delight

Man shot by police in Smyrna dies

October 21, 2023 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

A 26-year-old man shot by police in Smyrna, Georgia, died this morning.

GBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Smyrna

October 21, 2023 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The GBI is investigating an officer involved shooting in Smyrna, Georgia.

Report: Atlanta is the third worst city for commuters

October 20, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Atlanta is one of the worst cities for commuters in the country, according to a new analysis, confirming what many living in the area already know.

Clarksville repairing historic L&N Train Station

October 18, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

The historic station, which the Montgomery County Historical Society sues, hasn’t had any “significant work” since 1995, when it was restored.

Delta shares modifications, new benefits to SkyMiles loyalty program

October 18, 2023 Delta Air Lines

Delta will adjust the number of Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQDs) required to achieve 2025 Medallion Status, further enhance the Million Miler program, update Delta Sky Club access policies for eligible Card Members and enhance options for Rollover Medallion Qualification Miles (MQMs).

Hatsukaichi is Japan’s first municipality to introduce a broader local tax exclusively on visitors

October 18, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

Hatsukaichi became Japan’s first municipality to introduce a broader local tax exclusively imposed upon visitors to a sightseeing area

A look at Lexington’s Mary Todd Lincoln House

October 18, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

Mary Todd was not born in this house; she moved here with her family in 1832 when she was 14. She attended boarding school during the week and returned home on weekends.

Gas tax reinstatement holds up Georgia’s revenues in September

October 17, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Georgia’s net tax collections during September totaled nearly $3.3 billion, an increase of 6.4% from a year ago.

Imbibing on history, not beer

October 14, 2023 Todd DeFeo

While most people my age might have been overjoyed at the prospect of being overserved at the Hofbräuhaus, I wanted to see Connollystraße 31 and where history happened — a tragic terrorist attack that left 11 Israeli athletes dead during the 1972 Olympic Games.

Ohio House passes measure supporting people of Israel, condemning terror atatcks

October 12, 2023 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The Ohio House of Representatives passed House Resolution 292 yesterday, expressing the Ohio House’s unwavering support for the people of Israel and condemning the recent attacks against the State of Israel.