Monthly Archives: June 2016
George Tanner, Jr., 64
George "Edward" Tanner, Jr., 64, died on June 20, 2016 from complications following a successful liver and kidney transplant.
He was born in Middletown, N....
John Scott Clower, Sr., age 81
John Scott (Jack) Clower, Sr., age 81, passed away June 20 in Fayetteville, Ga. surrounded by his loving family.
A local realtor for over 22...
James Leroy Rogers, Jr., of Peachtree City
James (Jim) Leroy Rogers, Jr., of Peachtree City went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 19, 2016 at the age...
William James Livsey Jr., 85, of Fayetteville
William (Bill) James Livsey Jr., 85, of Fayetteville Ga, passed away on 18 June 2016.
Bill was born in Clarkston, Ga. on 8 June 1931....
Eleanor Mary Pullum, 90
Eleanor Mary Pullum, 90 passed away on June 18, 2016, after a lengthy illness. She was born on Christmas Day in 1925.
She is survived...
Things to Do-June 23-July 28
June
June 23
Cyberbullying protection, bullying and teen suicide, model school intervention programs, and community anti-bullying initiatives are among the issues that will be addressed in...
Large turnout for interfaith dinner
Nearly 100 visitors attended an interfaith dinner June 18 at Fayetteville's Islamic Community Center.
"We were pleased and excited to welcome a capacity crowd into...
Donation for Junior Police Academy
The Rite Aid store at 975 Hwy. 54 donated 26 cases of water to the Fayetteville Police Department to help hydrate thirsty Junior Police...
Learn healthy cooking June 29
The Peachtree City Library is hosting a free healthy cooking demonstration with Chef Nancy Waldeck of Taste & Savor Wednesday, June 29, at 12:30...
Waffle House CEO to headline forum
Waffle House President and CEO Walt Ehmer will be in Newnan Tuesday, June 28 as guest speaker for the NuLink Early Bird Forum sponsored...
Learn the best diet mix
“Not Just Any Fat, The Right Fat” is scheduled for Friday, July 29, 1-2:30 p.m. at Fayette Senior Services’ Peachtree City location (The Gathering...
FD celebrates 50th anniversary
The Peachtree City Fire Rescue Department has adopted updated elements of their department logo in celebration of this year’s 50th anniversary of the department.
The...
Summer Swing set for June 24
The Newnan-Coweta Chamber’s Young Professionals will soon hit the greens for a day of team building, networking, and playing a round of Crazy Golf,...
NNLC honors Miller
The Peachtree City Chapter of New Neighbors League Club has named Diane Miller as the June New Neighbor of the Month.
Miller joined the group...
Landrum joins Christian City
Newnan resident LaVann Landrum has joined Christian City, Inc., as chief development officer. She will lead fundraising and development efforts for the nonprofit organization...
Wildlife class is June 28
The Fayette Extension Office will present a free nuisance wildlife class Tuesday, June 28, 10-11:30 a.m. in Suite 210 of the county administrative building...
On Patrol in PTC — June 6-9
The following general summaries of some daily patrol activities of Peachtree City police officers are taken from recent official reports (June 6–9).
Love in the...
MacDuff Parkway to be finished in a year
MacDuff Parkway builder Bob Rolader on June 16 gave the Peachtree City Council an update on the parkway extension. Weather permitting, the project is...
PTC gets update from development authority
The June 2 meeting of the Peachtree City Council came with an overview and update on efforts by the Fayette County Development Authority (FCDA)...
Tyrone company cited for not paying overtime
Tyrone-based Concrete Supply Company has been ordered by the federal government to pay 45 employees nearly $79,000 in back wages.
Investigators with the U.S. Department...
Math team scores big win
Lee Middle School’s Math Team for the third year in a row took first place in regional competition during the 2016 season.
“It is the...
Notable students and grads
William Chandler Raiden of Fayetteville graduated from Andrew College last month.
Jordan Ellis of Fayetteville graduated from Furman University in the spring.
Amanda Nicholson of Riverdale...
Totten joins Cornerstone staff
Cornerstone United Methodist Church announced recently that Bobby Totten is the new director of student ministries.
He is a devoted husband of 13 years (Fonda)...
Volunteer information event June 23
The Fayette County Republican Party will host a campaign volunteer information event Thursday, June 23, starting at 7 p.m. in the event center at...
Coweta Pets of the Week
Banner is a lovable smooth-coated chihuahua who is less than a year old and ready for a lifetime of love. ID # A032849. Kennel...
Helping the queen celebrate
Deborah Ford of Peachtree City, center, traveled to her native England last week to join her parents, Chris and Tricia Sneath, in celebrating the...
ACOF talent show auditions set
A Company of Friends Theatrical Productions will hold open auditions Monday, June 27, for its second annual talent show, “A Night of Stars.”
All are...
Food facts at July 28 meeting
“Farm to Table Living” is scheduled for Thursday, July 28, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Fayette Senior Services’ Fayetteville location (The Life Enrichment Center, 4...
Huddleston students educated on energy
Power management company Eaton, a 2016 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year, recently hosted an ENERGY STAR Day at Huddleston Elementary School in Peachtree...
Set hunting and fishing license to auto-renew
Whether alone or with family and friends, fishing and hunting provides you with irreplaceable quality time and experiences. Now, you can rest assured you...
The impossible challenge
It was a hairy situation. The challenge seated before me was daunting at best. Though it should’ve been simple, it was anything but. In...
Biblical myths we hold dear
Mary Magdalene was a prostitute. There were three wise men who visited Baby Jesus at the manger. Jonah was swallowed by a whale. You...
Morgan to Angels in MLB draft
The Los Angeles Angels reached all the way to Fayette County last weekend for a catching prospect in the late rounds of the Major...
Big performances for local golfers
Two local golfers brought home titles in recent weeks at the latest stops on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.
Sierra Fink of Peachtree City won...
