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About Sightseers’ Delight

Sightseers’ Delight started publishing in June 2016. The site, published by The DeFeo Groupe, collects and curates content about places where historical events large and small happened. The site builds off the legacy of The Travel Trolley, which launched in June 2009. The site aimed to be a virtual version of the trolley tours offered in so many cities.

Groups intervene in lawsuit challenging new Georgia elections rule

October 3, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Civil rights organizations have intervened in a lawsuit challenging the Georgia State Election Board’s new rule requiring the hand counting of ballots in the upcoming November election.

New hemp restrictions take effect in Georgia

October 3, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The Georgia Hemp Farming Act, which places public safety restrictions on hemp products manufactured and sold in Georgia, took effect this week.

Biden increases federal cost share for Georgia

October 2, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

President Joe Biden has made additional disaster assistance available to Georgia to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Helene from Sept. 24.

Georgia primitive weapons deer hunting season opens Oct. 12

October 2, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The week-long Georgia primitive weapons deer hunting season begins Saturday, Oct. 12.

Biltmore Estate closed until at least Oct. 15

October 2, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The Biltmore Estate will be closed until at least Oct. 15 following Hurricane Helene.

Americans for Prosperity – South Carolina honors three as ‘Pioneers for Prosperity’

October 2, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Americans for Prosperity – South Carolina has awarded three members of Congress with “Pioneers for Prosperity” awards.

Georgia AG appeals abortion ruling

October 2, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The fight over Georgia’s on-again, off-again abortion law continues.

State, federal authorities monitor air quality following BioLab fire

October 2, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

State and federal authorities continue to monitor air quality levels as weather patterns change throughout metro Atlanta following a fire at a BioLab facility in Conyers.

Friends of Governors Island changing its name to the Governors Island Foundation

October 2, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Starting Nov. 1, the Friends of Governors Island will become the Governors Island Foundation.

What cities have the most diverse cuisine?

October 2, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

A new study examining 200 U.S. cities found Washington was a top destination for diverse cuisine.