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Federal money for streetcars formally presented

October 20, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Savannah, Ga. (Photo by Todd DeFeo) ATLANTA — Federal officials on Wednesday formally presented the city of Atlanta with $47.6 million to build a streetcar line. “The Atlanta streetcar project is a prime example of the kind of innovative, 21st century projects that will change the U.S. transportation landscape by strengthening the economy and creating jobs, reducing gridlock and providing safe, affordable and environmentally sustainable transportation choices,” U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood said in a news release.

Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation unveils ‘Peril’ list

October 19, 2010 The Travel Trolley

The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation has unveiled its annual “Places in Peril” list, which aims to raise awareness about significant historic structures facing an uncertain future.

Beware of deer this fall

October 18, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Georgia authorities are urging motorists to be cautious of deer this fall.

UPDATE: Blue Angels cap off ‘Wings Over Atlanta’ air show

October 17, 2010 The Travel Trolley

The two-day Wings Over Atlanta Air Show wrapped up Sunday afternoon with a performance by the Navy’s Blue Angels.

Blue Angels cap off ‘Wings Over Atlanta’ air show

October 17, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Atlanta Press Club general election debates series continues

October 16, 2010 Express Telegraph

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Press Club’s debate series continues this weekend. The lineup for this weekend includes: Public Service CommissionSunday, Oct. 17, 6-6:30 p.m.Invited Candidates: Tim Echols, Keith Moffett, Jim Sendelbach Secretary of StateSunday, Oct. 17, 6:30-7 p.m.Invited Candidates: David Chastain, Brian Kemp, Georganna Sinkfield State School SuperintendentSunday, Oct. 17, 7-7:30 p.m.Invited Candidates: John Barge, Joe Martin, Kira Griffiths Willis Labor CommissionerSunday, Oct. 17, 7:30-8 p.m.Invited Candidates: Mark Butler, Will Costa, Darryl Hicks The debates

Atlanta wins federal funding for streetcars

October 15, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Atlanta is receiving $47.6 million in federal funds to build a new streetcar system.

Atlanta traffic…fun!

October 12, 2010 The Travel Trolley

Dunwoody unveiling new brand

October 8, 2010 The Travel Trolley

The city of Dunwoody is set to unveil its new brand “designed to evoke the recognizable and distinctive qualities belonging to Dunwoody” later this month.

Dunwoody hires director of economic development

October 8, 2010 Express Telegraph

The city of Dunwoody has hired its first director of economic development. Michael Starling “has an extensive skill set, is knowledgable about Dunwoody and is the perfect choice to develop the City’s economic development program,” Dunwoody City Manager Warren Hutmacher said in a news release. Starling served as senior business development manager for DeKalb County’s Office of Economic Development. Starling’s role includes growing the city’s economy. “Dunwoody is part of the largest economic engine in