Monthly Archives: November 2015
McDonough Road Baptist to host Christmas concert Dec. 6
The Celebration Choir and Orchestra of McDonough Road Baptist Church presents “Christmas Is for You!” Sunday, Dec. 6, at 10:55 a.m. and 6 p.m.
“Christmas...
Bratcher will sign new book at IBS banquet
Local author Connie Campbell Bratcher will introduce her newest book of inspirational poetry, “Sing Unto the LORD” — hymn titles in poetry, at Immanuel...
Zaworski, Carroll
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Stanley Zaworski of Fayetteville announce the engagement of their daughter, Eryn Elizabeth, to Elijah Jay Carroll of Jackson.
Eryn is the...
Robert Ulton Ham of Fayetteville
Robert "Bobby" Ulton Ham of Fayetteville passed away on November 21, 2015 at the age of 78.
He was born in Atlanta, Ga. on...
Greeley Brad Graves of Jonesboro
Greeley Brad Graves of Jonesboro passed away at home on Sunday, November 22, 2015 at the age of 58. He was born in Tellico...
Coweta deputies seek armed robber
The Coweta County Sheriff’s Office is asking citizens to be on the look-out for a black Crown Victoria used in the Nov. 21 armed...
Student art entries sought
The Georgia Department of Transportation celebrates its 100th birthday in 2016 with a year-long centennial celebration that explores GDOT’s role in getting Georgia out...
Christmas event Dec. 6 in Brooks
The Brooks Woman’s Club and The Town of Brooks invite everyone to an evening of Christmas festivities Sunday, Dec. 6, beginning at 5:30 p.m....
Students honor custodians
Students at Robert J. Burch Elementary School wanted to show their appreciation for the school's custodial staff during the Thanksgiving season.
First-grade students made "Grateful...
Disaster education at Dec. 2 meeting
Fayette Senior Services will present “In Case of Disaster” Wednesday, Dec. 2, 1:30-2:30 p.m. at its Peachtree City location (Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail).
The...
Holiday festivities Dec. 5
Fayetteville Main Street officially marks the beginning of the holiday season with its annual Downtown Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting festivities.
The public is invited...
Hometown Holiday is Dec. 5
Bundle up the family on the golf cart and head over to The Fred Dec. 5 for the annual Hometown Holiday event, a free...
Local man managing diabetes
Peachtree City resident Phil Rogers was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes earlier this year, but thanks to working with Ellen Poindexter, a diabetes educator...
Five state parks to mountain bike this winter
Mountain biking in early winter, before the freezing temperatures, is one of the best times to hit the trails in Georgia, where thinning trees...
PFH to host first tree lighting
Everybody gets excited as the holidays approach and the staff and volunteers at Piedmont Fayette Hospital are no exception.
The public is invited to attend...
Time for pet photos with Santa
It's time once again for the annual Santa photo fundraiser for the Fayette County Humane Society.
Santa will be making an appearance at Wags to...
County presents art awards
The Fayette County Board of Commissioners and members of the Public Arts Committee congratulated the winners of the Local Arts Award at the Nov....
Auxiliary seeks scholarship applicants
The Piedmont Fayette Hospital Auxiliary is seeking applicants for the Elizabeth Wilmot Bull Scholarship program. Only those individuals that are accepted into a Georgia...
Top pumpkin carvers honored
The Fayette County Board of Commissioners and members of the Public Arts Committee in conjunction with Saville Studios of Peachtree City, congratulated the winners...
Thanksgiving fun at CES
Workers at Cleveland Elementary School take a moment to smile for the camera while preparing Thanksgiving goodies for students and family members last week.
What a feast
Students in traditional Thanksgiving garb line the hallway with their plates of food during recent festivities as Coweta Charter Academy in Senoia.
Coweta Pets of the Week
Russell would be thankful to find a forever family this Thanksgiving. ID #is A031483. Kennel #A-4. BONUS: This pet is eligible for one 20-percent...
Construction lane closures suspended for holiday
The Georgia Department of Transportation can’t help you land the perfect parking spot at your favorite shopping locale, but we can make it easier...
Praise event Nov. 24
Mount Olive Baptist Church's Dance Ministry and Praise Team present "Thanksgiving Praise-A-Thon 2015" Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015 at 7 p.m.
The theme is "When God...
Holiday fair Dec. 12
Oak Grove Elementary School's Holiday Extravaganza and Craft Fair is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the school.
This is the school's...
Best scarecrows cited
The Fayette County Board of Commissioners and members of the Public Arts Committee congratulated the winners of the 2nd Annual Scarecrow Competition at the...
Klan garb at East Coweta causes outcry
East Coweta High School Principal Steve Allen sent a letter to parents on Nov. 18 in response to a student who showed up in...
Snellville man charged with rape
A Snellville man has been charged by Fayetteville Police with rape and sexual battery in an incident that occurred in late 2014.
Pablo N. Nurques,...
Teens help family rebuild
A group of teens and others from Peachtree City conducted a Nov. 14 yard sale designed to assist the Weeks family after the loss...
Tag issue revealed for Dec. renewals
Issues with the company that mails tag renewal notices to residents across Georgia led to December renewal notices never arriving. Residents of Fayette and...
‘The Walking Dead’ gets its renewal in Senoia for 2016
Zombies will roam the streets of Senoia for another year.
As filming winds down for AMC’s series, the Senoia City Council voted unanimously for another...
Disorderly teens, entering autos highlight crime week
Peachtree City police during the week of Nov. 13 responded to an incident with a group of juveniles at an area restaurant and three...
City gets ready for Christmas parade
The Christams holidays are just around the corner. Helping to kick-off the season will be the annual Newnan Christmas parade in downtown Newnan at...
The Great Coffee Controversy
Many in the Christian community are up in arms. Social media is abuzz with the controversy and even people with the stature of a...
