Georgia – Sightseers' Delight

Georgia Supreme Court chief justice: Everyone must ‘defend the rule of law’

February 6, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

In his State of the Judiciary, Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice Nels S.D. Peterson said that everyone must help defend the rule of law.

Smyrna City Council adopts downtown redevelopment plan

February 3, 2026 The Turnaround

The Smyrna City Council has approved the Smyrna Downtown Redevelopment Plan, clearing the way for the city to issue a request for qualifications as early as this year.

Georgia transportation said $120.1 million in projects awarded at December meeting

January 24, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

The Georgia Department of Transportation said it awarded 22 projects valued at roughly $120.1 million at its December State Transportation Board meeting.

Georgia governor declares emergency in advance of winter weather

January 22, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declared a statewide State of Emergency today ahead of Winter Storm Fern’s impact on the state this weekend.

SkyView Atlanta to close temporarily for axle repairs after lightning strike

January 14, 2026 The Turnaround

SkyView Atlanta is temporarily closed as it undergoes a comprehensive maintenance and repair process after an assessment determined the observation wheel’s main axle was likely struck by lightning.

Georgia lawmakers to host state parks art contest at the Georgia State Capitol

January 14, 2026 The Turnaround

State Reps. Marvin Lim and state Sen. Sonya Halpern will host the second annual Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites High School Art Contest at the Georgia State Capitol on Thursday.

Former National Park Service employee pleads guilty to overtime wage theft

January 8, 2026 Sightseers’ Delight

A former maintenance department employee at the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park has pleaded guilty to theft of government funds for submitting false overtime entries on his timesheets.

Georgia study committee urges state to legalize mobile sports betting

December 2, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

A special committee has possibly given lawmakers the cover they need to expand gambling in the state.

Audit: Georgia has opportunities to generate more revenue for state parks

October 22, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

While Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites Division already generates significant revenue to help fund its operations and capital costs, a state audit identified more opportunities to generate revenue.

Big Green Egg’s EGGtoberfest set for Oct. 4 in Lawrenceville

October 2, 2025 The Turnaround

Big Green Egg will hold its annual EGGtoberfest from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4, at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville.