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Travel News & Notes for Friday, July 12, 2024

July 12, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Here is a look at some travel-related headlines for Friday, July 12, 2024.

Numbers: Georgia ranks at the bottom for on-time First Class mail

July 10, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Postal performance in Georgia continues to lag, according to new numbers.

Dylan stuns in Georgia for Outlaw Music Festival opener

June 22, 2024 Todd DeFeo

When Bob Dylan and His Band walked on stage at Ameris Bank Amphitheater in Alpharetta, Georgia, few could have known he was about to “shake it up baby, twist and shout” as he sang in “Long and Wasted Years.”

What’s the ROI on a downtown redevelopment?

June 18, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Georgia cities routinely invest millions in redeveloping their downtowns, but how do taxpayers know whether they’re receiving the most for their tax dollars?

Atlanta officials approve money for businesses impacted by water main breaks

June 18, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Atlanta city officials have approved $7.5 million for a fund ostensibly intended to help small businesses impacted by a series of water main breaks that brought the city to a crawl for days.

Cobb, Gwinnett voters to decide transit tax on Nov. 5

June 12, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Voters in two metro Atlanta counties will decide on a tax to support transit when they head to the polls for November’s presidential election.

Will Georgia approve some form of gambling expansion?

June 12, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Georgia lawmakers have long considered schemes to expand gambling in Georgia, whether it’s casino gambling or sports betting, but to date haven’t found a palatable approach.

Georgia approves $16.9M in loans, grants for transportation projects

June 7, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Georgia officials approved $16.9 million in loans and grants for five transportation infrastructure projects across the state.

Georgia committees to explore forest innovation, farmland preservation, tree safety

June 6, 2024 Todd DeFeo

Several Georgia study committees will explore various agricultural issues facing the Peach State, including the potential impact of sustainable aviation fuel.

Georgia hearing spotlights social media companies’ censorship

June 5, 2024 Todd DeFeo

A Georgia state lawmaker who says she was silenced when she switched parties last year convened a hearing to showcase how social media companies can de-platform people to manipulate messaging.