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Thunderbirds cap two-day air show at Dobbins

October 19, 2008 Todd DeFeo

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds capped off an event-filled day of air acrobatics at Dobbins Air Reserve Base.

When it comes to seeing Atlanta, consider the CityPass

October 15, 2008 Todd DeFeo

One cost-effective way for residents and visitors alike to see the city’s most popular attractions is the Atlanta CityPass.

Fall means festival season in Georgia

October 13, 2008 The Travel Trolley

Finding quick and easy weekend trips doesn’t have to be a costly affair. That’s because fall festivals throughout Georgia are everywhere.

Rather to Speak Nov. 22 at Sixth Floor Museum

October 5, 2008 The Travel Trolley

In his first public program at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, Dan Rather delivers the keynote address marking the 45th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

Intrepid Museum to Reopen Following Month-Long Exhibit Installation Project

October 2, 2008 Legacy Content

From approximately 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Aircraft Carrier Intrepid will make her historic journey home to Pier 86 (at 46th Street and 12th Avenue) on Manhattan’s West Side from Staten Island Homeport where she has undergone nearly two years of bow-to-stern refurbishment.

Yankee Stadium Closes Forever

September 21, 2008 Voice of America

One of the most storied buildings in Major League Baseball – Yankee Stadium – is set to host its final baseball game Sunday night. As VOA’s David Byrd reports, the “House that Ruth Built” will be torn down and replaced with a new state-of-the-art facility.

Metrolink Spokeswoman Resigns Following Comments

September 16, 2008 Railfanning.org News Wire

Metrolink spokeswoman Denise Tyrrell has resigned following comments she made to reporters in the wake of a fatal wreck.

Remembering 9/11

September 11, 2008 Legacy Content

Today marks the seventh anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

Hiroshima Observes 63rd Anniversary of Atomic Bombing

August 6, 2008 HarpBlaster.com News Wire

Hiroshima residents today observed the 63rd anniversary of the city’s atomic bombing in the closing weeks of World War II — the first time such a weapon was used during war.

American Express Travel Survey Finds Pursuing Personal Interests Drives Travel Despite Current Economic Conditions

July 29, 2008 HarpBlaster.com News Wire

From jetting overseas for a culinary experience to a desire to learn life-enriching skills while on vacation, travelers are intent on continuing to pursue travel experiences that allow them to indulge in their personal interests despite the softening economy.