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[ May 21, 2026 ] NOAA predicts below-normal Atlantic hurricane season for 2026 General
[ May 20, 2026 ] Florida Keys sheriff says no changes after Cuba-related rumors spread online News
[ May 15, 2026 ] Georgia extends gas tax relief, but policy debate continues Georgia
[ May 15, 2026 ] Georgia DNR Launches New Grant Aimed to Protect Historic Battlefield Lands Georgia
[ May 13, 2026 ] New Jersey Republicans pitch gas tax holiday as pump prices climb News

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.

Two exhibits on display at the Smyrna Library

April 3, 2026 Community News

Two new exhibits are now on view in the wall and display cabinet areas on the second floor of the Smyrna Library.

Georgia push would bar utility shutoffs for TSA workers

March 28, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia Public Service Commission Commissioner Tricia Pridemore said she plans to prevent Georgia utilities from cutting off the service of Transportation Security Administration agents for nonpayment.

Cherokee delegation backs Holly Springs charter update as bill passes Georgia General Assembly

February 28, 2026 The Turnaround

Lawmakers from Cherokee County say they’ve finally pushed a long-running local-government cleanup bill across the finish line.

Smyrna City Council adopts downtown redevelopment plan

February 3, 2026 The Turnaround

The Smyrna City Council has approved the Smyrna Downtown Redevelopment Plan, clearing the way for the city to issue a request for qualifications as early as this year.

Georgia transportation said $120.1 million in projects awarded at December meeting

January 24, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

The Georgia Department of Transportation said it awarded 22 projects valued at roughly $120.1 million at its December State Transportation Board meeting.

Greetings from the Dark Hedges

December 2, 2025 Todd DeFeo

I was struck by this view of the Dark Hedges. It’s famous from a television show; I didn’t see it, and probably never will.

Georgia panel raises state park fees with additional price hikes in the works

October 29, 2025 Georgia Recorder

The Georgia Board of Natural Resources has voted in favor of a plan to increase parking pass rates at state parks, and the Department of Natural Resources could be considering further cost hikes.

EGGtoberfest turns up the heat for community

October 6, 2025 Todd DeFeo

From the first steps into EGGtoberfest, it’s clear the event is special.

WalletHub: Miami tops best cities for foodies; Portland, San Francisco follow

September 29, 2025 The Turnaround

Miami ranks as the best U.S. city for food lovers, topping a new ranking based on its abundance of 4.5-star restaurants and a high number of eateries per capita.