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An old postcard sheds new light into former ‘motor court’

March 16, 2022 Sightseers’ Delight

Old postcards often highlight destinations we wouldn’t necessarily think to highlight today. A perfect example is the A&W Motor Court in Clarksville, Tennessee.

Dalton landmark traces its origin to a 1920s hotel

March 16, 2022 Todd DeFeo

The Western & Atlantic Railroad had a significant impact on Dalton and helped spur several hotels in the city across the years.

The story behind the unexpected German monument in Chattanooga National Cemetery

March 12, 2022 Todd DeFeo

The monument honors 92 German soldiers who died on American soil as prisoners of war during World War I.

It’s time to consider the Black Hills and the Badlands for your next vacation

December 14, 2021 Todd DeFeo

First off, the Black Hills and the area around Rapid City are stunningly beautiful. Secondly, the national parks are among the best in the country.

Amid the pandemic, why did we forget how to drive?

December 1, 2021 Todd DeFeo

It’s not entirely clear why a pandemic might lead to more bad driving, but some days, taking to the roads seems to be more dangerous than attending a super spreader event without a mask.

When Dylan returns to the stage, the world seems right, even if just for a few minutes

November 30, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Bob Dylan has a way of making the realities of the outside world seem so far away. It was a much-needed respite from reality in a year like this, even only for 90 minutes.

Enjoying the drive through Ohio from Columbus to Amish Country

November 26, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Too many times recently, my trips to Ohio have kept me in and around the Columbus area. There is nothing wrong with Columbus. But there is so much more to the “Heart of it All” worth exploring.

Literally, the buck stopped here

August 18, 2021 Todd DeFeo

One of the fascinating places to visit in Key West is the Truman Little White House.

Five reasons why Athens, Georgia is the perfect post-pandemic vacation spot

May 25, 2021 Howard Scott

States are loosening up pandemic restrictions just as the days are getting longer, and that means many of us are keen on adventuring after having been cooped up for so long. But, where do you go if you want a safe, out-of-the-way destination that’s also a lot of fun? There is no better place than my hometown, Athens, Georgia.

Can we at least agree on this?

April 29, 2021 Todd DeFeo

No political party has a monopoly on scenic vistas. There aren’t red state views and blue state views. There are views worth seeing.