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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.

Ohio announces money for historic restoration projects

December 17, 2025 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Ohio officials announced state support for dozens of historic restoration projects that will encourage continued economic growth in the state.

Rediscover Dunwoody Trolley Tour returns for 2026

December 12, 2025 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The Rediscover Dunwoody Trolley Tour is set to return in 2026, once again offering free rides through the city.

Texas city named Best Christmas Town

December 10, 2025 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Grapevine has been named the Best Christmas Town in the “Happy Holidays” category of the Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards 2026.

Bill would bar single-use utensils, condiments at New Jersey restaurants

December 10, 2025 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The New Jersey Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee advanced legislation that would bar full-service restaurants from providing single-use utensils and condiments.

Tower of London custard plot crumbled thanks to Kiwi cop on holiday

December 9, 2025 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

A New Zealand Police officer has proven once again that an officer is never off-duty, even during an overseas holiday, after he intervened when protesters targeted the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London.

Walt Disney World adding Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics figure to Carousel of Progress

December 5, 2025 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Walt Disney World officials are planning to add a new Audio-Animatronics figure of Walt Disney to the classic Carousel of Progress attraction.

Atlanta Blazers host weekend of Major League Table Tennis competitions Nov. 14-16

November 14, 2025 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

Major League Table Tennis, the first pro team-based table tennis league in the United States and home to the Atlanta Blazers, will bring elite athletes from around the world to the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth, Georgia, on Nov. 14-16.

Powers Electrical Solutions: Simple tips to prepare for the colder weather

November 13, 2025 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The arrival of colder weather is the perfect time for homeowners to prepare their homes for winter and make sure their electrical systems are operating properly.