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Civil War historian’s collection donated to Smyrna Library

July 16, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The Smyrna Library has received a significant donation of Civil War-related books and maps from the personal library of historian Leon McElveen.

Jazz Under the Gazebo returns to Smyrna Market Village on Saturday, Nov. 7

July 2, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The hottest ticket on Smyrna’s social calendar is set to return this November.

State report blames Atlanta sewer overflow for Chattahoochee fish kill

June 30, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

A combined sewer overflow from the city of Atlanta caused the fish kill that left an estimated 44,509 fish dead along nearly 16 miles of the Chattahoochee River in May, according to a state investigation.

Disney releases new details for The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

June 5, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Walt Disney World Resort just revealed exciting new details coming to The Magic of Disney Animation, a brand-new collection of animation-inspired experiences opening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios later this summer.

First Monstropolis details revealed for new land coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

June 4, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Walt Disney World officials revealed new story details introducing the narrative that will invite guests into Monstropolis, the first-ever land inspired by Disney and Pixar’s “Monsters, Inc.” coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Georgia

Georgia DNR Launches New Grant Aimed to Protect Historic Battlefield Lands

May 15, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has launched the Vince Dooley Battlefield Trust Fund Program, a state-funded grant initiative dedicated to preserving and permanently protecting Georgia’s historic battlefield lands.

Department of War identifies Army casualties in Operation Epic Fury

March 4, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The Department of War announced the death of four Army Reserve Soldiers who were supporting Operation Epic Fury.

CENTCOM: Six U.S. service members killed so far in Operation Epic Fury

March 2, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

U.S. Central Command has revised upward the number of U.S. service members killed as part of Operation Epic Fury.

Winter storm set to wreak havoc on much of the country

January 24, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

An extremely dangerous and disruptive winter storm is expanding and intensifying in the southern and central U.S. and is forecast to bring freezing rain, severe icing, heavy snow and frigid air to more than 30 states from Texas to New England this weekend.

Winter weather delays candidate qualifying for House Districts 94 and 130 in Georgia

January 24, 2026 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced a delay in Candidate Qualifying for State House Districts 94 and 130, supporting Governor Kemp’s declaration of a State of Emergency in anticipation of winter weather across Georgia.