May 2026 – Sightseers' Delight

Georgia DOT awards $107.2 million in April road contracts

May 21, 2026 The Turnaround

The Georgia Department of Transportation awarded 28 projects worth about $107.2 million during its April State Transportation Board meeting, with contracts awarded May 1 to the lowest qualified bidders.

Smyrna, Georgia, officials propose $122.7 million fiscal 2027 budget, including $598,000 from cash reserves for upcoming birthday celebration

May 21, 2026 Community News

Officials here proposed a $122.7 million budget for fiscal year 2027.

NOAA predicts below-normal Atlantic hurricane season for 2026

May 21, 2026 The Turnaround

NOAA forecasters are predicting a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season this year, citing the expected development of El Niño conditions that could suppress storm activity.

Florida Keys sheriff says no changes after Cuba-related rumors spread online

May 20, 2026 The Turnaround

The sheriff of the Florida Keys spent part of Sunday tamping down speculation tied to online reports claiming Cuba may have taken military action involving drones near the U.S. naval base at Guantanamo Bay.

Jones camp blasts rival’s spending after Georgia primary heads to runoff

May 19, 2026 The Turnaround

Lt. Gov. Burt Jones’ campaign said Tuesday night that the Trump-endorsed Republican is advancing to a June 16 runoff in Georgia’s GOP gubernatorial primary after what it called the most expensive governor’s race in state history.

Georgia extends gas tax relief, but policy debate continues

May 15, 2026 The Turnaround

Republican Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is extending the state’s motor fuel tax suspension for two more weeks, continuing relief at the pump through June 3 as Memorial Day travel approaches.