September 2024 - Page 7 of 11 - Sightseers' Delight

Georgia Secretary of State’s Office looking into apparent voter cancellation requests

September 19, 2024 Todd DeFeo

The Georgia Secretary of State’s Office has blamed the United States Postal Service for a letter that some Georgia voters, including at least one in DeKalb County, received that appears to be a voter cancellation request.

Police think body found near site of Interstate 75 shootings is suspect Joseph Couch

September 19, 2024 Kentucky Lantern

Law enforcement officials in a Wednesday evening news conference said they think a body found near where five people were shot on Interstate 75 in Laurel County is the alleged shooter.

National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement

Las Vegas’ Mob Museum acquires John Dillinger-related artifacts

September 19, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, in Las Vegas has acquired significant artifacts related to Depression-era outlaw John Dillinger.

Feds settle with Cobb County Board of Elections to on voting accessibility

September 19, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia has settled with the Cobb County Board of Elections, resolving a multi-year compliance review identifying physical barriers at many polling sites.

National parks waive fees for National Public Lands Day

September 18, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Entry fees will be waived at national parks and federal public lands on Saturday, Sept. 28, in honor of the 31st National Public Lands Day.

Focus shifts in I-75 shooter search from manhunt in forest to more police presence in communities

September 18, 2024 Kentucky Lantern

Kentucky officials on Tuesday announced a shift in the search for the suspect in the Sept. 7 shootings on Interstate 75 to focus on increasing police presence and patrols in nearby communities.

Analysis: These attractions rank high for wait time complaints

September 18, 2024 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

A new study has pinpointed the top tourist attractions worldwide where long lines are most common, suggesting which spots travelers might want to skip on their next trip.

Ossoff introduces Postmaster General Reform Act

September 18, 2024 Capitol Beat

The U.S. postmaster general would be subject to term limits and Senate confirmation under legislation introduced Wednesday by Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga.

Denison recognized for Beth Eden preservation project

September 18, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Columbus Business First recently recognized Denison University’s Beth Eden building as an exemplary historic preservation project.

Georgia breaks tourism records in 2023

September 17, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia broke tourism records for the second consecutive year, officials said.