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Atlanta Falcons look to technology to transform fan experience

October 2, 2013 Special to The Travel Trolley

The Atlanta Falcons have partnered with the world’s leading consumer transaction technologies company to enhance the fan experience at the Georgia Dome.

Federal Government Shuts Down, Travel Continues

October 1, 2013 Todd DeFeo

The federal government may have shuttered its doors Tuesday, but travelers might not have noticed.

Dallas museum wants more oral histories related to JFK assassination

September 23, 2013 Todd DeFeo

As the nation prepares to mark the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is looking to expand its collection of oral histories.

Moonshine: It’s not just for lawbreakers anymore

September 18, 2013 Todd DeFeo

In recent years, moonshine has veered into the mainstream. The drink often known as shine, hooch or white lightning is now available in bars, liquor stores and distilleries open on Main Street, though many would argue true moonshine cannot be purchased in a liquor store. But is it the same?

Berry College celebrates first-ever football game

September 8, 2013 Todd DeFeo

A clearly energized capacity crowd turned out Saturday to watch the first ever Berry College football team take the field.

Happiest places make for great sights

September 5, 2013 Todd DeFeo

No one wants to visit an unhappy place. So, with these results in mind, here are a few places to visit and be happy.

United Airlines to recall all furloughed pilots

September 5, 2013 The Travel Trolley

United Airlines today said it will recall nearly 600 pilots currently on furlough to address the airline’s future staffing needs.

Survey: Four in five say Bible is a sacred book

September 4, 2013 Todd DeFeo

Eighty percent of U.S. adults consider the Bible to be sacred while two-thirds say the Good Book should be taught in public schools, according to a new survey.

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Dozens gather for Chattanooga gay marriage rally

August 31, 2013 Express Telegraph

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Georgia Commemorates 50th anniversary of ‘I Have a Dream’ speech

August 29, 2013 Express Telegraph

ATLANTA — Senator Emanuel Jones, D-Decatur, chairman of the Martin Luther King Jr. Advisory Council, this week joined State and local leaders on the top of Stone Mountain to mark the anniversary of the historic March on Washington, and to Let Freedom Ring from Stone Mountain, as mentioned in Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech 50 years ago. “It was an honor to take part in such a special celebration of Dr. King’s legacy