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Feds end Quiet Skies Program, saying it was costly and failed to stop a single terrorist attack

June 11, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

The Department of Homeland Security has ended the Quiet Skies Program, which officials said has failed to stop a single terrorist attack while costing US taxpayers $200 million a year.

Cigar tax state rates to be studied

June 11, 2025 The Center Square

Cigar taxes have been a contested issue in state politics in the last several years, with tax rates on cigars differ considerably from state to state, from as high as 86% in Utah and 75% in New York to 0% in Pennsylvania and Florida.

What are the best cities for a staycation?

June 9, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A new report from the personal finance website WalletHub has found the best cities for a staycation.

FAA: As part of ongoing progress at Newark, limited flights continue through 2025

June 7, 2025 Todd DeFeo

To continue easing delays to the traveling public, the Federal Aviation Administration on Friday confirmed the limited rate of arrivals and departures at Newark Liberty International Airport through Dec. 31, following productive discussions with airlines and the conclusion of a public comment period. 

Georgia lawmaker derides Athens for its homeless policy, sanctuary city policy

June 6, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A Georgia state representative derided Athens’ burgeoning homeless population and its sanctuary city policy, saying “these issues are not addressed, this city will continue its downfall.”

A CSX Transportation train passes through Kennesaw, Georgia.

Kennesaw could consider easing pot punishment

June 3, 2025 Community News

First, the city mandated guns. Now, it might ease pot regulations.

Closed Newark Liberty International Airport to reopen 13 days early

May 30, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A runway that had been closed for a planned rehabilitation at Newark Liberty International Airport will reopen on Monday, June 2, allowing regular runway operations to resume, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said today.

State committee wants to make Georgia the best for tourism

May 28, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A new state Senate study committee is tasked with discovering opportunities to promote and develop tourism in all regions of the state.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Survey provides insight into summer travel thoughts

May 22, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

As summer travel is about to start with Memorial Day, a new survey is shedding light on Americans’ travel plans.

Rep. McCormick: Corp of Engineers closures reduced at Lake Lanier

May 22, 2025 The Center Square

U.S. Rep. Rick McCormick, R-Ga., said 11 Lake Lanier boat ramps managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will remain open, reducing the number of recreational area closures announced Wednesday.