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[ August 24, 2026 ] Restoration of Belfast’s Samson and Goliath put focus on city’s industrial past News
[ August 24, 2026 ] Man charged in stabbing death on popular Atlanta Beltline News
[ August 20, 2026 ] Police end interdiction program at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport News
[ August 17, 2026 ] Atlanta council approves up to $1.3 billion for airport bond program News
[ August 17, 2026 ] Lanier Islands Resort to host hot air balloon festival in September News

South Carolina AG issues public safety advisory amidst Operation Epic Fury

March 3, 2026 The Turnaround

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is out with a public safety advisory tied to Operation Epic Fury and rising tensions with Iran, warning residents and businesses to keep their eyes open — even though there is no specific, credible threat to the state right now.

New Bob Dylan Center exhibit to explore year following Dylan’s controversial 1965 electric performance

March 3, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

A new exhibition at the Bob Dylan Center will explore the year following Bob Dylan’s controversial electric performance at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival.

Ohio bill would make it harder to sue long-established racetracks

March 3, 2026 The Turnaround

State Rep. Kellie Deeter, R-Norwalk, has introduced a “Right to Race” bill that would make it a lot harder for new neighbors to sue long-established racetracks over being, well, racetracks.

U.S. issues worldwide security caution, warns of travel disruptions from airspace closures

February 28, 2026 The Turnaround

Following the launch of U.S. combat operations in Iran, the State Department said U.S. citizens worldwide — especially in the Middle East — should follow the latest security alerts issued by their nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

Georgia DOT adds $85.7 million in new awards as fiscal 2026 total reaches $1.82 billion

February 28, 2026 The Turnaround

The Georgia Department of Transportation handed out another round of construction contracts — about $85.7 million across 10 projects — at the State Transportation Board’s January meeting, with awards finalized in early February.

Necklace swipe goes nowhere: Cops nab woman after alleged $74,500 grab in Auckland

February 27, 2026 The Turnaround

A 26-year-old woman allegedly tried to walk off with a $74,500 necklace in Auckland’s CBD on Wednesday afternoon. She didn’t get far.

Ohio health officials warn of measles exposure at Columbus airport

February 26, 2026 The Turnaround

Ohio health officials are notifying travelers and others that they may have been exposed to measles at John Glenn International Airport on Feb. 18, the Ohio Department of Health said, as the state reports a rise in cases this month in Franklin County.