June 2025 - Page 3 of 3 - Sightseers' Delight

A 2022 view of the recreated Fort Nashborough in Nashville, Tennessee.

Nashville wasn’t always Music City; it was once a fort along the river

June 6, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Long before it was known as Music City, Nashville was Fort Nashborough.

Georgia lawmaker derides Athens for its homeless policy, sanctuary city policy

June 6, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A Georgia state representative derided Athens’ burgeoning homeless population and its sanctuary city policy, saying “these issues are not addressed, this city will continue its downfall.”

Smyrna contracts with company to oversee neverending Windy Hill Boulevard Project

June 6, 2025 Community News

City officials here have authorized $336,840 for Marietta-based Croy Engineering to manage the day-to-day construction and inspection for the never-ending Windy Hill Boulevard Project.

Smyrna signs off on $113 million fiscal 2026 budget

June 6, 2025 Community News

The Smyrna City Council signed off on a $113 million fiscal 2026 budget this week without any discussion.

Disney announces ‘Piston Peak National Park’ Magic Kingdom expansion

June 5, 2025 Sightseers AI

Disney has announced a major new addition to Magic Kingdom, Piston Peak National Park, based on the world of Pixar’s Cars and part of the largest expansion in the park’s history.

A flower in Queens Park in Invercargill, New Zealand.

Why a botanical garden should be on your next vacation itinerary

June 4, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Most travelers think of museums, restaurants, and scenic landmarks when planning a getaway. However, botanical gardens are often overlooked on any escapade.

A CSX Transportation train passes through Kennesaw, Georgia.

Kennesaw could consider easing pot punishment

June 3, 2025 Community News

First, the city mandated guns. Now, it might ease pot regulations.

A view of the Gateway Arch in St. Louis.

St Louis’ Gateway Arch is a symbol of the country, not just Western Expansion

June 3, 2025 Sightseers AI

St Louis’ Gateway Arch isn’t just a symbol of America and the country’s Western Expansion. The nation’s tallest monument represents a remarkable engineering feat with a fascinating history.

Paddy the Wanderer: A closer look at Wellington’s beloved canine companion

June 2, 2025 Sightseers AI

During the Great Depression, the streets of Wellington were graced by the presence of an extraordinary Airedale Terrier known as Paddy the Wanderer, who remains beloved more than eight decades after his death.