Monthly Archives: July 2015
FFUMC’s S.A.G.E. ministry keeps seniors busy
The S.A.G.E. group (Senior Adults Going Everywhere) at Fayetteville First United Methodist Church keeps busy with monthly activities and day trips scheduled throughout the...
Realizations from election meeting
As many may know, there was a called meeting last week of the Fayette County Board of Elections regarding how to proceed with the...
Commission needs its fifth member
Now that two heartbreaking and highly emotional weeks have gone by since Pota Coston’s passing, another aspect of her influence should be addressed.
For the...
An historic catastrophe
Distinguished scientist Freeman Dyson has called the 1433 decision of the emperor of China to discontinue his country’s exploration of the outside world the...
Mr. Obama, you’re no Ronald Reagan
At his press conference last Wednesday, our president of self-regard again linked himself with Ronald Reagan, seeking to equate his supposed success in gaining...
Why liberals don’t (and can’t) get conservatives
By Dr. R.B.A. DiMuccio
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt has cracked the code on why it’s so hard for liberals and conservatives to find common ground....
The proper Southerner
It takes a lot of time to be the proper Southerner, the kind respected for thoughtfulness and kindness. In fact, it takes so much...
Elections board follows the law
There has been a lot of talk and media coverage regarding the special election to replace Commissioner Pota Coston due to her untimely death....
Some pushing agenda that degrades blacks
What this county is becoming is not who we are. After listening to both sides and watching the nonsense go on, I am appalled...
Allow our nation’s defenders to defend themselves
Add the slaying of four Marines and a sailor at a naval reserve center in Chattanooga , Tenn., by a jihadist to the list...
An unexpected, unwarranted $200 golf cart fee
Today, I went to renew my low speed vehicle (i.e, golf cart which does more than 21 mph but less than 25 —...
F’ville extends 16-inch water line to new college campus
It is yet another sign of the volume of work unfolding in West Fayetteville. Work has been completed on a 16-inch water line extending...
Roberta Joyce Di Petta, of Fayetteville
Roberta Joyce Di Petta, passed away July 19, 2015. Born June 19, 1950 in Newport, Va. to Mr. Melvin Eugene & Aubrey Ruth Brewer...
Joy Anna Kosisky, 43, of Newnan
Joy Anna Kosisky, 43, of Newnan, Ga. passed away on Wednesday, July 15th, 2015.
Joy was born in Jeannette, Pa. on October 23, 1971. She...
Byron Stephen Gable, 76, of Fayetteville
Mr. Byron Stephen "Steve" Gable, 76, of Fayetteville, Ga., died July 18, 2015.
Steve was born and raised in Carrollton and then graduated in...
Anthony Lee Picklesimer, 64, of Sharpsburg
Anthony Lee Picklesimer, 64, of Sharpsburg, passed away on July 18, 2015.
Anthony was born in Atlanta, Ga. on August 18, 1950. He was a...
Helping out the police
Peachtree City Police Capt. Stan Pye (L) accepts a Nubee Infrared Thermometer from Kirk and DeeDee Panayis at the July 16 City Council meeting....
Things to Do-July 25-Sept.10
July
July 25
Amazing Grace Community Resource Center is sponsoring a Community Back-To-School Bash today from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 949 Pointe South Pkwy. There will...
Famed sculptor killed
One year ago, two life-size bronze cast busts were placed at the Founders Corner in front of the original Peachtree City’s original City Hall.
One...
Brooks sale to benefit camp
The Brooks Woman’s Club will be hosting an upscale rummage/tag sale Saturday, July 25, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at Hardy Hall in downtown Brooks.
There will...
Queen Nation plays the Fred July 24
There is little doubt among the pure rock community that the legendary band Queen and lead performer Freddie Mercury earn high ranks as one...
Local author’s series now in print
Patricia Walston, a long-time Fayette County resident, is a free-lance writer, historian, genealogist, teacher, parent and grandparent. She has written award-winning articles and is...
Elem. students meet with teachers Aug. 4
All families with students attending elementary grades this fall in Fayette County's public schools can get a head start on the school year by...
Learn about low-cal foods Aug. 17
“The Low Cal Life for Me” is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 17, 2-3 p.m. at Fayette Senior Services’ Peachtree City location, The Gathering Place,...
Georgia Carry meeting July 23
The July meeting of the South Metro GeorgiaCarry.Org chapter is scheduled for Thursday, July 23, 6-8:30 p.m. at the Fayette Event Center, 174 North...
Deadline near for gator hunters
Don’t wait. If you want to get a chance at a Georgia gator, you have got to get your quota application in by July...
County installs headphones for hearing-impaired
Fayette County installed Hamilton Wireless Listening Center headphones this month to assist hearing-impaired individuals actively participate in local meetings held in the Public Meeting...
CERT class begins Sept. 10
The Peachtree City Police Department will be hosting an Adult Community Emergency Response Team class beginning Sept. 10. This class will also be to...
Piedmont Fayette receives award for cardiac care
Piedmont Fayette Hospital has received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) ACTION Registry–Get With The Guidelines (GWTG) Platinum Performance Achievement...
Local student tapped for AFA program
Shannon Mudrinich, a rising senior at Starr’s Mill High School, was selected to attend the 2015 U.S. Air Force Academy Summer Seminar program. She...
Peachtree City makes list of safest cities
Peachtree City is listed among the ten safest Georgia cities from tornadoes, lightning and hail according to a report from HomeownersInsurance.com, a consumer-centric insurance...
GEMA sponsoring recipe contest
When a natural disaster strikes and you’re stuck at home without power, it’s tough to find good food. That’s why the Georgia Emergency Management...
Warrix joins Peachtree City staff
Michael Warrix is Peachtree City's new director of planning and development. Interim City Manager Jon Rorie made the announcement July 17 and Warrix begins...
Board of Elections cancels regular meeting
The Fayette County Board of Elections announced that it has cancelled its regular meeting, which was scheduled for July 28.
The board convened last week...
