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[ January 31, 2026 ] South Carolina House bill seeks to modernize the state’s transportation department News
[ January 28, 2026 ] Georgia bill would make it a felony to use a vehicle to block law enforcement News
[ January 24, 2026 ] Winter storm set to wreak havoc on much of the country News
[ January 24, 2026 ] Dr Pepper Museum reports highest attendance ever in 2025 News
[ January 23, 2026 ] White House cites sharp decline in crime, attributes drop to Trump policies Law & Order

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.

New Zealand Police appeal for information following Cook Strait mayday call

August 25, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

New Zealand Police are appealing for information after a mayday call reported a vessel in distress in the Cook Strait late Monday night.

Analysis: Nashville, Tennessee, is the best city in the nation for tree lovers

August 13, 2025 Todd DeFeo

Nashville, Tennessee, may be known for country music, but perhaps it should be known for its trees.

SAS places order for 55 Embraer aircraft for growth, regional connectivity

July 1, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has entered into an agreement to acquire 45 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional 10 aircraft — the largest SAS jet order direct from a manufacturer since 1996.

Democrats win two special elections for Cobb County Commission seats

May 5, 2025 Community News

After last week’s special election, two Cobb County Commission seats will soon be officially filled.

Failure of speed-zone cameras bill leaves bad blood between Georgia House and Senate

April 5, 2025 Capitol Beat

An unexpectedly early end to the 2025 General Assembly session Friday night left a bid to put some restrictions on school-zone speed cameras in Georgia on the shelf until next year.

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