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Millions in federal dollars flow to Georgia airport projects

October 23, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Georgia officials this month allocated more than $7.6 million for two airport projects in the southern part of the state.

Man shot by police in Smyrna dies

October 21, 2023 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

A 26-year-old man shot by police in Smyrna, Georgia, died this morning.

GBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Smyrna

October 21, 2023 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The GBI is investigating an officer involved shooting in Smyrna, Georgia.

Report: Atlanta is the third worst city for commuters

October 20, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Atlanta is one of the worst cities for commuters in the country, according to a new analysis, confirming what many living in the area already know.

Gas tax reinstatement holds up Georgia’s revenues in September

October 17, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Georgia’s net tax collections during September totaled nearly $3.3 billion, an increase of 6.4% from a year ago.

Smyrna celebrates 151th birthday with bash

October 8, 2023 Todd DeFeo

The Atlanta suburb of Smyrna celebrated its 151st birthday with a daylong celebration capped with a concert that shut down a major thoroughfare.

Georgia lawmaker announced two bills to strengthen consumer protections

October 4, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

A state lawmaker announced two bills to strengthen consumer protections under the Georgia Fair Business Practices Act.

Georgia district attorney says more money is needed for DNA testing

September 28, 2023 Todd DeFeo

In the 50-plus years since a murderer took his nine-year-old sister’s life, Melvin Randall and his family have always wondered what happened.

Group offers recommendations to address Atlanta’s spike in violent crime

September 26, 2023 Todd DeFeo

A Georgia public policy group has released a report offering suggestions on mitigating Atlanta’s uptick in violent crime.

Georgia taxpayers to pay for Buckhead State Patrol location

September 25, 2023 Todd DeFeo

State officials confirmed Georgia taxpayers are on the hook for $1.3 million to build a new Georgia State Patrol post on the grounds of the Governor’s Mansion in Atlanta’s Buckhead community.