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New Ga. City is Open for Business

December 1, 2008 HarpBlaster.com News Wire

Georgia’s newest city, Dunwoody, officially began its operations today. The day was marked by a special midnight session of the city council in which a ceremonial ribbon cutting honored the occasion.

NTSB: Rail Fatalities Increased in 2007

November 25, 2008 Railfanning.org News Wire

Rail fatalities increased slightly in 2007 from 2006, according to preliminary figures released by the National Transportation Safety Board.

AAA: Thanksgiving travel to decline for first time since 2002

November 21, 2008 The Travel Trolley

The economy is taking its toll on Thanksgiving travel plans, as less Americans plan to hit the road this year, according to AAA.

Lower gas prices make road trips easier

November 18, 2008 The Travel Trolley

Good news road trippers. Falling gas prices are making it easier to take weekend jaunts.

2009 Tour de Georgia canceled

November 16, 2008 Todd DeFeo

The popular Tour de Georgia cycling race will not be held in 2009 because of a lack of corporate sponsors, officials said.

Survey: Travelers to Cut Back on Checked Bags

November 14, 2008 Todd DeFeo

It’s no surprise that travelers are probably going to start packing less when flying, given the airlines’ mediocre approach to handling luggage.

Survey: Slow business travel may bring about deals

November 12, 2008 Todd DeFeo

While the economy may result in a decline in business travel, leisure travelers could benefit from lower rates and assorted other deals and promotions, according to Zagat’s 2009 U.S. Hotels, Resorts & Spas survey.

Model trains on display

October 23, 2008 Todd DeFeo

The local chapter of the National Model Railroad Association is celebrating National Model Railroad Month by sponsoring a tour of more than 40 layouts throughout Metro Atlanta.

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.