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Mere inches of snow paralyze Atlanta

January 28, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Metro Atlanta and North Georgia on Tuesday were paralyzed by a few inches of snow, an embarrassing reality for city that touts itself as an economic player on the world stage.

Ga. governor declares state of emergency

January 28, 2014 Express Telegraph

Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal on Tuesday declared a state of emergency after a dusting of snow wreaked havoc on Metro Atlanta and North Georgia, paralyzing the region.

Gridlock, frustration strike Atlanta commuters following snow flurries

January 28, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Snow flurries on Tuesday wreaked havoc on Atlanta roads, paralyzing the city. Snow flurries started to fall around noon, and by 1 p.m. reports of massive gridlock on the city’s roadways were prevalent.

Georgia features ‘Gone With the Wind’ on official travel guide cover

January 28, 2014 Todd DeFeo

The cover of the 2014 Georgia Travel Guide, officially unveiled Tuesday, features one of Georgia’s most recognizable icons on its cover: “Gone With the Wind.”

Georgia parks publish guide for 2014

January 23, 2014 The Travel Trolley

Georgia State Parks has published the “2014 Guide to Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites,” a planning guide that includes information about spring break, summer vacation or family reunion destinations.

Georgia parks offering discounted rates for RVers

January 22, 2014 The Travel Trolley

Georgia State Parks is offering deals to RVers who may be passing through Georgia and looking to connect with nature or see an historic site.

Deal: I’ll work to honor Dr. King on Capitol grounds

January 20, 2014 Nathan Deal

Dr. King deserves all the praise and honor that is afforded him in ceremonies like this one which take place each year around the nation. But I think more than just saying kind thoughts about him, we ought to take action ourselves. This is how we imbed truth into our words.

Delta among opponents of proposed airport outside Atlanta

January 19, 2014 The Travel Trolley

Delta Air Lines is among the opponents fighting a proposed second airport in the Atlanta area. Officials in Paulding County want to open up their small municipal airport, Silver Comet Field, to commercial flights.

Things to do in Atlanta: An easy travel guide for visitors

January 19, 2014 Todd DeFeo

For many, Atlanta is a connection point on a flight, rather than a destination, but the capital of Georgia — and the southeast, for that matter — is so much more.

Atlanta mayor names committee members to pick next airport GM

January 18, 2014 Special to The Travel Trolley

Mayor Kasim Reed has announced the members of the committee that will oversee the national search for the next general manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Search firm Korn Ferry will work with the search committee to find, vet, interview and recommend candidates to replace Louis Miller, who announced his retirement in December.