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Iran — The bully of the Gulf region
Iran acts like a Persian Gulf hegemon because it can.
Tehran’s military, while capable of making a less-than-concerted attack costly, would be overmatched by the...
Being out-snuckered
It is a blessing of a life to know common man philosophers. Those people, though not formally educated, who are plenty smart when it...
Sprinklers deleted, Pinewood Forrest development is a go
In 1967, the nation had the Summer of Love. In 2015, Fayetteville will be experiencing the Summer of Pinewood.
As sound stages continue to rise...
What’s a parade without music? No worry in PTC
I have lived in Peachtree City, Ga., for 16 years. It is a planned community some 25 miles south of the Atlanta airport. The...
Climate change: Distinguishing facts from theory
I have a bone to pick with Walter E. Williams when he says in his opinion column entitled “Intellectual Dishonesty,” (The Citizen, June 6...
Family thanks the Fayette County FD
Thank you, compassionate professionals.
For their extraordinary care and compassion in performance of their duties on May 21, 2015, we are eternally grateful to the...
PTC Public Works deserves our thanks
After several unsatisfying years of substandard city landscaping by a contractor, the Peachtree City Public Works staff is now doing a nice job making...
Subject of D-Day column was actually an impostor
I consider myself somewhat of a World War II expert, especially when it comes to the D-Day liberation of France. (A Frenchman living in...
Working in Pike County
Last week I wrote about working in Zebulon, Pike County, in the 1970s. Jobs at that time were scarce, and as the single parent...
Michael Weyman Lathem, 64
Michael Weyman "Mike" Lathem, 64, of Woolsey (formerly of Atlanta) passed away the morning of Saturday, June 6, 2015.
Mike lived first and foremost for...
Leone de Kock, nee Williams, of Peachtree City
Leone de Kock, nee Williams, of Peachtree City, Ga., passed away peacefully on June 6, 2015, with her beloved husband Wickus by her side....
Dieter Schmidt, 75, of Fayetteville
Dieter Schmidt, 75, of Fayetteville died peacefully in his sleep on June 6, 2015.
He was born in Lodz, Poland on June 4, 1940. ...
Johnie Mae Humphrey Kitchen, 58, of Fayetteville
Ms. Johnie Mae Humphrey Kitchen, 58, of Fayetteville, Ga. passed into eternal rest on Monday, June 1, 2015 in Piedmont Fayette Hospital of Fayetteville...
John Anthony Mastronardi, 73, of Fayetteville
John Anthony "Jack" Mastronardi, 73, of Fayetteville, passed away on June 3, 2015.
Jack was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law and friend....
Emily Perry Adams, 82, of Fayetteville
Emily Perry Adams, 82, passed away June 7, 2015.
She was born and lived in Fayetteville, Ga. her entire life.
She was preceded in...
William Phillips of Tyrone
Mr. William (Billy) Phillips of Tyrone passed away June 5, 2015.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Pat Phillips of Tyrone; daughter,...
Retirement beckons Pennington as PTC says goodbye
Retiring City Manager Jim Pennington attended his final City Council meeting on June 4. Pennington, 71, served as city manager for more than four...
PTC police 2014 report shows slight hike in domestic calls
The 2014 Annual Report of the Peachtree City Police Department has been released and includes a 61-page, comprehensive overview of the department and its...
Volunteers clear trail, build bridge for Ridge Nature Area
Fayetteville’s unique 300-acre nature area continues to move closer to completion. Another step in the process came June 6 when two groups participating in...
Local author to sign at Omega
Peachtree City author, historian, and writing teacher Victoria Wilcox will sign copies of “The Last Decision,” book three of her award-winning historical fiction trilogy...
‘A Spot of Tea’ on tap June 10
Fayette Senior Services is presenting “A Spot of Tea” Wednesday, June 10, 1-2:30 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail in Peachtree City.
You’ll...
Safety Council at work
In the event of a pandemic or a terrorist attack that causes you, your employees or your family to require medical attention, do you...
Ga. third in film production
According to a recent report at www.projectcasting.com, a new study from the nonprofit FilmL.A. shows that Georgia ranked third in the nation in the...
Charity bike ride for pets July 11
The “Pedal for Pets” charity bike ride is scheduled for Saturday, July 11, at 8 a.m. beginning in downtown Senoia. Participants can choose a...
Michael McDonald at the Fred this weekend
The Lexus of South Atlanta Summer Concert Series continues at The Fred Saturday, June 13, with the distinctive and soulful sounds of Michael McDonald,...
Rotary honors winning essayists
“Love. Forgiveness. Compassion. Honesty. Perseverance. These are universal values, timeless ‘Laws of Life’ that transcend all cultures and religions.”
These words by Sir John Templeton...
Lake Peachtree status report
Peachtree City officials released the following information this week about Lake Peachtree.
Dredging is underway, and everyone is advised to stay out of construction zones,...
New show opening Friday at local gallery
Dogwood Gallery & Framer will host “Paper Works: Works on & of Paper” this weekend. The exhibit will feature five local artists whose works...
CAP honors 35-year volunteer
The Peachtree City Squadron of Civil Air Patrol held a celebration June 4 honoring 76-year old Lt. Col. Philip Bowden of Newnan for his...
Trail Day a success
The Southern Conservation Trust and Southside Cycling Club co-hosted the 3rd Annual National Trails Day event June 6 at the Ridge Nature Area, and...
Peaches in the Pines coming June 20
The Peaches in the Pines festival is scheduled to make its debut June 20 at Lake Meriwether near Woodbury. The event will promote Meriwether’s...
Seven from SMHS at Miss Georgia
Starr’s Mill High School will be well-represented at the 71st annual Miss Georgia Pageant, which is June 17-20 at the River Center for Performing...
Wallace tapped for West Point program
Meghan Ayanna Wallace, a junior at Whitewater High, has been selected to be among 1,000 attendees at West Point’s prestigious Summer Leaders Experience (SLE)...
Legion scholarships available
High school seniors in the Class of 2015 have all graduated and time is growing short to apply for the Department of Georgia scholarships....
