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George Kaiser Family Foundation

August 23, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

George Kaiser Family Foundation (GKFF) is a charitable organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty through investments in early childhood education, community health, social services and civic enhancement.

Georgia Cyber Command Act

June 22, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

During the 2023 Legislative Session, Georgia Sen. Jason Anavitarte, R-Dallas, introduced the Georgia Cyber Command Act as Senate Bill 97.

Georgia Department of Economic Development

May 1, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) serves as Georgia’s sales and marketing division for economic development.

Georgia Development Impact Fee Act

February 6, 2025 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The Georgia Development Impact Fee Act (DIFA) was enacted into law in 1990.

Georgia Executive Order 09.12.23.01

September 15, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

On September 12, 2023, Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp declared a state of emergency.

Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission

November 1, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission (GSFIC) is responsible for the issuance and management of debt for the state of Georgia. Its mission is to shape Georgia’s future.

Greg “Fingers” Taylor

November 28, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

Greg “Fingers” Taylor is an American harmonica player best known for his work with Jimmy Buffett.

Harpoon Man

June 29, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

Greg “Fingers” Taylor recorded Harpoon Man in early 1984 at Sumet-Bernet Studios in Dallas with Anson Funderburgh & The Rockets.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

January 25, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The site that would later become Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was originally a racetrack named Candler Field. On April 16, 1925, Mayor Walter Sims signed an agreement to lease the abandoned racetrack.

Heaven Hill Brands

August 23, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

Founded in 1935, Bardstown, Kentucky-based Heaven Hill Brands is the nation’s largest independent, family-owned and led spirits producer and marketer and the world’s second-largest holder of Kentucky Bourbon.