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North Fayette school traffic is unsafe
I would like to inform your readers about the fact of the congestion of traffic at North Fayette Elementary School. The school is located...
Brewer, Shirley will support the will of F’ville’s citizens
Our city manager and professional staff do a fantastic job of operating the city. However, issues do arise that must be addressed by mayor...
Prebor understands PTC budget
Vote for Phil Prebor for Peachtree City Council Post 1. He has the financial background to understand the city budget and make sound decisions...
Robert Maxwell Jackson IV, age 35
On Sunday, October 18, 2015, Robert Maxwell Jackson IV passed on to Heaven to be with his mother Dawn and his dog Chevy.
We do...
Mary Elizabeth Perkins, 82
Mary Elizabeth (Peggy) Perkins, 82, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta.
Born in Walton County, Georgia, to Thomas...
Mary Sue Martin, 80, of Fayetteville
Mary Sue “Susie” Martin, 80, of Fayetteville, passed away Monday, October 12, 2015, at Southwest Christian Care in Union City.
Susie was born in...
Becky Lou Pedersen, 56, of Fayetteville
Becky Lou Pedersen, 56, of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2015.
She was born on June 13, 1959 in Columbus, Ohio to...
Brett Samuel Thomas, 26, of Peachtree City
Brett Samuel Thomas, 26, of Peachtree City, passed away October 15, 2015.
Brett was preceded in death by his grandparents Sam and Pat Thomas.
He is...
More on EMTs
Most of the volunteer EMT’s worked from six to eight years at their own expense.
Finally, our cities and county realized that they were going...
Cleveland students win Trimathlon medals
Three students from Cleveland Elementary School competed in the recent Trimathlon for Mathnasium of Fayette.
From left are Claire Wilson, bronze medal; Allissa Chiu, gold...
Student’s logo wins county competition
The Fayette County School System’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) program has its own marketing brand thanks to the creative vision of Madhavi Scharko...
Pets of the Week
Kudzu is a medium terrier mix that can walk, run and jump with no problem. ID # is A030364. Kennel # A-1. BONUS: This...
Big weekend in downtown Fayetteville
Fayetteville Main Street has announced multiple events taking place downtown Saturday, Oct. 24, with entertainment throughout the day.
At the Gazebo, residents can shop more...
Educator earns national research award
The Engineering and Technology Education Division (eTED) of the Association for Career and Technical Education has selected a Fayette County engineering and technology teacher...
Golfers raise more than $5K for Promise Place
The Flat Creek Niners of Peachtree City hosted a benefit golf tournament Sept. 29 with all proceeds going to support Promise Place.
Group members were...
EMC hosts annual meeting
Coweta-Fayette EMC hosted approximately 3,000 consumers and family members for a foggy fall morning full of food, fun and prizes at the 68th Annual...
Driver safety class Nov. 16
An AARP driver safety class will be held Monday, Nov. 16, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Grantville Library.
The purpose of the class is to...
Get swabbed Oct. 24
Blood cancer reportedly kills more young people under 20 years of age than any other disease.
This can be prevented by those who "get swabbed"...
FCHS band wins title
The Fayette County High School Marching Tiger Band was crowned “Grand Champions” of the Eagle’s Nest Invitational at Collins Hill High School Oct. 17.
In...
Newnan cops looking for mom who kidnapped her non-custodial son
Update - Oct. 20, 9 a.m.: The child was found safe and the mother was arrested in Gwinnett County at 11 p.m. on Oct.19.
Original...
Griddle Gallop winners
Mark Greiner and Heather Jones were the top male and female finishers of the 4th Annual Griddle Gallop 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk &...
WWII story is focus of Oct. 26 meeting
Fayette Senior Services will host “A Fortress and A Legacy” Monday, Oct. 26, 1-2 p.m. at the Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail in Peachtree...
Fayetteville FD celebrates 75 years
The Fayetteville Fire Department’s 75th anniversary celebration is Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 95 Johnson Avenue in downtown Fayetteville.
Activities include trick or...
Doctor takes questions at Oct. 26 event
“Ask the Doc” is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 26, 1-2 p.m. sponsored by Fayette Senior Services at The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive...
Album release party Oct. 24
Fayetteville native and 2013 Whitewater High grad Angelica Robinson is celebrating the release of her debut album “Where I’m From” with an event Saturday,...
German program cited for excellence
The only high school German language program in the state designated a “German Center of Excellence” by the American Association of Teachers of German...
Free workshop Oct. 30
The Fayette County Public Library invites the public to attend a free fiction-writing workshop titled “Who Am I? Masking & Unmasking the Self with...
Squadron plans open house
The Peachtree City Falcon Field Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) is hosting an open house Thursday, Nov. 5, 7-8:30 p.m. at...
Fall concert set for Oct. 23
The Peachtree Wind Ensemble will present its Fall Concert Friday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 700 Ardenlee Parkway in...
Post 105 raises Navy flag
Members of Fayette County Post 105 of The American Legion raised the Navy flag Oct. 13 observing the birthday of the U.S. Navy.
The Continental...
Tyrone candidates offer their perspectives on issues
A forum for candidates for office in Tyrone was held Oct. 12 at Sandy Creek High School. Among the questions posed to the candidates...
‘Substantial’ amount of jewelry nabbed
An Oct. 8 burglary on Camp Creek Trail in Peachtree City resulted in the theft of jewelry from the residence.
The burglary report noted that...
Council lowers boom on adult alcohol-fueled parties in PTC
Adults in Peachtree City who allow underage drinking in settings for which they are responsible will now be breaking the law. The Peachtree City...
Gifted orators
Members of area Toastmasters clubs attended the Oct. 15 meeting of the Peachtree City Council to invite residents to attend club meetings to improve...
