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Perdue: ‘This is our time to carry a heavy load’

January 14, 2010 Caboose Chronicle

Turning to the likes of Alexis de Tocqueville and Thomas Paine for inspiration, Gov. Sonny Perdue today urged the state legislature “to carry a heavy load” and “do the hard thing now for the sake of” future generations.

Bookmark your favorite road

January 7, 2010 ARA Content

Planes and trains may have their place in our society, but for the dedicated traveler there’s still nothing like getting in your car and taking a trip along America’s highways.

Reed set to take office today

January 4, 2010 Caboose Chronicle

Kasim Reed is set to take the helm of Atlanta on Monday, but he comes to office without the usual celebratory bash that accompanies Inauguration Day.

Ga. legislators: Amend state constitution to stop federal takeover of health care

December 3, 2009 Caboose Chronicle

A pair of state legislators are proposing an amendment to the state constitution they say will “protect individuals’ right to make their own health care choices.”

Reed edges out Norwood in Atlanta mayoral race, recount possible

December 2, 2009 Caboose Chronicle

Former state Sen. Kasim Reed appears to have edged out Councilwoman Mary Norwood in a hotly-contested race for Atlanta mayor.

Update: Twelve killed at Fort Hood

November 6, 2009 Todd DeFeo

A gunman killed 12 people and injured 31 more early this afternoon at Fort Hood, Texas, the Army said.

Train vs. motorists or pedestrians – the train will win

September 23, 2009 Legacy Content

MARIETTA, Ga. – Now, a number of organizations – Operation Lifesaver, the U.S. Department of Transportation and major railroad companies – joined together to launch the Common Sense campaign. The initiative aims to reduce the number of pedestrians who are killed and injured when trespassing around tracks and trains. The campaign is targeted toward 18-34 year olds. “Young adults also may be distracted by cell phones, texting, or listening to MP3 players if they’re near

Tips for Fantastic Summer Road Trips

May 22, 2009 NewsUSA

The summer road trip is an American tradition. Each year, families across the country pack up their belongings and brave the roads to visit relatives, explore national parks and snap family photos at popular tourist destinations. Before departing on this year’s family road trip, make sure that your vehicle is in proper working order by following a few important maintenance tips.

Government: We’re Idiots

April 28, 2009 Legacy Content

NEW YORK — The government acknowledged it made a mistake after “an airliner and supersonic fighter jet zoomed past the lower Manhattan skyline,” as The Associated Press reported. The boneheaded decision sparked worries of a 9-11 repeat. “Last week, I approved a mission over New York. I take responsibility for that decision,” said Louis Caldera, director of the White House Military Office. “While federal authorities took the proper steps to notify state and local authorities

Odd vs. even: What gives?

March 4, 2009 Todd DeFeo

It wasn’t until the 1920s – once the automobile revolution was in full swing – that officials decided to start using standard signs and the odd-even road designations for the nation’s 3 million miles of roads.