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Stepping away from Atlanta: Five small Georgia towns to explore

March 28, 2015 Todd DeFeo

As a city, Atlanta is both an economic powerhouse and a draw for both business and leisure tourists from around the globe. No disrespect to the ATL, but it’s just the one worthy destination in any Georgia excursion.

Elberton Granite Museum highlights how industry shaped town, monuments

March 18, 2015 Todd DeFeo

Granite, one could readily argue, is the foundation of society. Particularly here in Northeast Georgia, where it supports the town in more ways than one.

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Reed: Focus on the fundamentals the key to success

February 1, 2015 Todd DeFeo

The city of Atlanta will continue to focus on the fundamentals to continue its positive trajectory and ensure a firm financial foundation moving forward, Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed said on Friday.

Is college worth the investment? Agnes Scott president says yes

January 29, 2015 Todd DeFeo

College is a worthy investment that will pay dividends throughout a graduate’s career, the president of Agnes Scott College told an Atlanta civic organization on Thursday.

Georgia’s economic outlook positive for 2015, economist tells Buckhead Business Association

December 4, 2014 Todd DeFeo

The economic prospects for Georgia next year are positive, and the pace of Georgia’s economic growth will be quicker next year, a prominent state economist told the Buckhead Business Association (BBA) on Thursday.

Salisbury, England, a perfect day trip from London

November 23, 2014 Todd DeFeo

To many, this delightful cathedral city in Wiltshire, England, is a jumping off point for a visit to the famous and mysterious Stonehenge. But, this city of 40,000 residents is steeped in history. As such, travelers who see it as little more than a glorified bus stop are missing out on seeing a pair of historic sites.

Berry wins and the crowd goes wild in ‘storybook ending’

October 5, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Berry’s 29-23 win, the first real win in school history, came on the school’s 100th Mountain Day and sent the Berry faithful into a frenzy. Students stormed the Barron Stadium field and a post-game fireworks show was a fitting end to a magical night.

London calling: ‘When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life’

September 19, 2014 Todd DeFeo

London’s culture and sense of being is built on history. There is nary a corner of the city that doesn’t hold a great story and serve as the backdrop of some great event that helped shaped not only London and England, but the world at large, for in many ways the history of London — and frankly, that of England — is the story of the world.

What to see in Bath, England: Five ideas for exploring the historic city

September 2, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Bath has a rich and colorful history. An absolutely charming city, Bath is located roughly 100 miles west of London, making it the perfect destination for a day trip. A tourist destination since the city’s founding during Roman times, Bath today is home to roughly 80,000 residents and sees more than 4.4 million visitors per year.

A brief history of Bath’s Roman baths

July 9, 2014 Todd DeFeo

The Roman Baths for which this southwestern England city is named, are some of the most remarkable Roman ruins outside of Rome itself.