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Railroad Days: Turn back the clock 145 years

April 7, 2007 Todd DeFeo

The Andrews Raid, also known as The Great Locomotive Chase, ultimately failed. But days later, the Southern Confederacy newspaper proclaimed it “the most extraordinary and astounding adventure of the war.” More than an “astounding adventure,” the raid was near genius.

Airbus A 319 to Phoenix

March 15, 2007 Todd DeFeo

The plane idles on the taxiway just a few feet from the gate.

A Guide to Athens, Ga., the Classic City

March 14, 2007 Todd DeFeo

Sure, head out to Clayton Street on the typical Saturday night after a University of Georgia football game and say, “There’s nothing to do in this town.”Yeah, right.

The Downtown Arrow

March 14, 2007 Todd DeFeo

The Downtown Arrow ground to a halt as it approached the crossing with a major freight artery.

Happy Birthday, City of Jefferson

December 6, 2006 Todd DeFeo

Jefferson, which is the county seat of Jackson County, is steeped in history.

Vegas Outtake: ‘Viva Las Vegas with your neon lights flashing’

April 12, 2006 Todd DeFeo

A trip to Vegas — at least the reportable version of such a trip – certainly includes gambling, meals, and, if you’re like me, camaraderie.

Enjoy life: Choosing your own adventure, Vegas style

April 2, 2006 Todd DeFeo

Watching the advertising campaign for Sin City might lead you to believe an elaborate cover story is needed before heading to town.

All’s still well in the city of Hull

May 16, 2005 Todd DeFeo

It’s so small that at one point in 2003, the only city council members were the mayor and his w

Some see old courthouses as part community foundation

April 25, 2005 Todd DeFeo

For some, they no longer serve as the centerpiece of government, now little more than a half-occupied office building housing only one or two government offices. But courthouses are the heart of a community.

Jackson’s Railroad Past Offers Trip for Train Buffs

May 5, 2004 Todd DeFeo

Standing at the railroad crossing on South Royal Street, a faint, almost distant whistle from a freight train breaks the day’s silence.