2024 - Page 46 of 67 - Sightseers' Delight

Are lawsuits threatening Georgia’s position for business?

August 26, 2024 Todd DeFeo

While Georgia officials love to tout the state’s purported ranking as the best in the country for business, frivolous lawsuits threaten its position.

Abandoned Abundant Life Building makes for a unique photo opp

August 26, 2024 Todd DeFeo

The windowless Abundant Life Building in the heart of Tulsa dates to 1958 and has been vacant for the better part of 40 years.

Police uncover cache of firearms in Warkworth

August 26, 2024 New Zealand Police

A man is facing numerous firearms charges after seven firearms were discovered at a property in Warkworth.

Fulton County jail subcommittee issues 17 recommendations

August 23, 2024 The Center Square

A Georgia Senate subcommittee looking into the Fulton County Jail has issued a report with 17 recommendations for improving the facility’s conditions, including a suggestion that Fulton County Superior Court judges should carry full dockets.

Ruling: Cobb County must abide by state-drawn commission maps

August 23, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Cobb County commissioners are expected to vote Tuesday on a measure that the board’s District 2 seat “is deemed vacant” following a judge’s ruling this week.

McMaster signs tax credits for South Carolina railroads, abandoned buildings

August 21, 2024 Todd DeFeo

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has signed a measure to extend tax credits for revitalizing abandoned buildings and South Carolina short-line railroads.

Doing time: Why old jails make for great museums

August 19, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

When it comes to unexpected tourist attractions, jail museums offer a unique blend of history and a glimpse into society’s darker side.

A mandrill says welcome to the Columbus Zoo

August 19, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Mandrills are native to west central Africa and are considered to be among the most colorful mammals in the world.

Ossoff: Post office not a luxury, marred by ‘execution debacle’

August 15, 2024 Todd DeFeo

The senator said the USPS first class on time rate in North Georgia was 34% in mid-spring.

Georgia State Athletics partners with Wild Leap to launch university-branded craft beer

August 7, 2024 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia State Athletics has teamed up with Wild Leap to introduce the Golden Panther Blonde Ale, the first-ever Georgia State-branded craft beer.