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Todd DeFeo

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Writer. Author. Photographer. Ferroequinologist. Wanderlust. Troubadour. Reluctant “journalist.” Publisher of @railfanning_org and @traveltrolley.

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Todd DeFeo is a writer, marketer and wanderer. A New Jersey native and Atlanta resident, Todd has worked in both the public relations and publishing sectors and previously worked for newspapers in Georgia and Tennessee. He has written for a number of online publications and views writing as an excuse to explore the world, whether it’s down the street or on another continent. He is editor of Railfanning.org and Sightseers' Delight.

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Is canceling travel plans giving in to terrorists?

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This Sewer Museum Stinks, But is Worth the Visit

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Six things to know about the Leo Frank case 100 years later

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Powers Electrical Solutions sponsors Smyrna Business Association scholarship

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By Todd DeFeo
| Patch Verified
Since launching Smyrna-based Powers Electrical Solutions nearly a decade and a half ago, Paul Powers has worked to help the next generation. This commitment to the future is demonstrated by the recent sponsorship of a vocational and trade scholarship through the Smyrna Business Association, which supports a local student pursuing technical education while highlighting the growing demand for skilled trades professionals.
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Don’t skip Akron on your next trip to the ‘Heart of it All’

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By Todd revels, Todd DeFeo
| Sightseers’ Delight
AKRON, Ohio — Too often, when deciding where to visit, Ohio is overlooked. It’s a mistake. When the Buckeye State is included as a travel option, cities like Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati usually headline the list. These popular spots are worth visiting, making Akron easy to miss entirely. Don’t fall for the trap. The city, perhaps best known as the “Rubber Capital of the World,” has reinvented itself in recent years, embracing its industrial past.
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Out of sight shouldn’t mean out of mind: Extend spring cleaning to the home’s electrical system

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By Todd DeFeo
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Many homeowners tackle closets and garages during spring cleaning, but one critical area often overlooked is the electrical system quietly operating behind their walls. Paul Powers, a master electrician and owner of Smyrna-based Powers Electrical Solutions, said the process should focus on four key areas: preparedness, convenience, safety, and modernization. “It’s easy to think that everything in a home is operating correctly when there are no obvious problems,” Powers said.
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