Ask Margar-etiquette about Bad Listeners
Dear Margar-etiquette, I’ve noticed that people don’t really listen anymore. Everyone seems to be waiting for their turn to talk—or worse, just looking at their phone while pretending to pay […]
You might be a real gardener if . . .
Gardeners are calm, everyday people who clean up well and won’t generally embarrass you in public. They seem quiet, salt-of-the-earth sort of folks. But, beware…gardeners can be a little eccentric
Peachtree City Candidate Comparison in their own words – City Council, Post 3 Edition
Who should you vote for in Peachtree City’s next election? In this feature, you’ll find the differences between our candidates in their own words as they answer questions from The
Talking Southern – Ah, shah!
Where in Heaven’s name does this interjectory phrase mean? Where did it come from? Your compiler wishes he knew. His late grandmother, Kathryn Crawford Langford (1905-1995), who was the
When Brand Values Steady The Wheel
This week’s stages of Advertising Week New York referred back to one simple idea that can take brands exceptionally far: Brand values aren’t seasonings, they’re infrastructure. Executives on the panel
Trilith LIVE Announces New Partnership with Hanna Brothers to Deliver a Taste Driven Experience
Catering partnership brings gourmet dining to Fayette County’s new entertainment venue Fayetteville, GA, October 7, 2025 — Trilith LIVE announced today a new partnership that will bring gourmet dining to its venue
Fayette County to Host Courthouse 200th Birthday Celebration November 15
FAYETTEVILLE, GA — The Fayette County Historical Society will commemorate a major milestone in local history with the Courthouse 200th Birthday Celebration on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the Fayette County
The Eating Chambers recommends his recipe for Menudo
What’s Up, My Eaters! I hope you’re all doing great. With each passing day, it feels a little more like fall—and I’m not mad about it. The cooler mornings and
Get a Pet of the Week: Delilah Still Believes in Love Despite Heartbreak
Delilah is a petite, 35-pound sweetheart who has endured far more than any dog should. Just three years old, she’s already been a mother many times and has been let
Whitewater blackface incident made black volleyball player cry, and talks continue between NAACP and school district
Fayette County school leaders and local civil-rights advocates continue discussions following a September incident at Whitewater High School in which several spectators appeared in blackface during a volleyball game. Even
Peachtree City Candidate Comparison in their own words – Mayoral Edition
Who should you vote for in Peachtree City’s mayoral election? In this feature, you’ll find the differences between our candidates in their own words as they answer questions from The
Tales from the Fashion Runway
I recently debuted as a fashion model. I’m not yet as well recognized on the fashion circuit as is fellow Georgian Sean O’Pry, but he had a head start—plus stunning
Shooting Reported Near Veterans Parkway and Hood Road
Fayetteville police responded Tuesday afternoon to a shooting in a construction parking lot near Veterans Parkway and Hood Road. According to a statement from the Fayetteville Police Department, officers arrived
The Flamingo Street Monster
It happened 55 years ago this weekend, an anniversary I wish I could forget but can’t. The moment changed everything, sending me down a pathway that has molded me into
Number Cruncher: Crews handles money for Patriots
Sandy Creek High bookkeeper Brandi Crews makes sure everything adds up at her school. Crews is in charge of everything financial for the school, including more than 150 accounts and
City of Fayetteville Releases “Competitive Edge: Why Fayetteville?” Video, Showcasing Strategic Advantage for Business Growth
The City of Fayetteville has released its new economic development video, titled “Competitive Edge: Why Fayetteville?” offering prospective businesses and residents a deep dive into the strategic planning and unique
Building a Stronger Fayette: Honoring Service, Shaping Workforce, and Learning from Frisco
As we turn the page on another impactful month in Fayette County, I am reminded of the power of community, collaboration, and vision. September brought with it three cornerstone initiatives
How Authoritarianism Creeps In: Lessons from a Childhood Under Dictatorship
I grew up in a country where people learned to whisper. Where the walls were rumored to have ears, and silence could mean survival. Under Nicolae Ceaușescu’s dictatorship, truth was
Senoia Optimist Club Sponsors October 25th Barbecue to Fight Childhood Cancer
The Optimist Club of Senoia will host its annual barbecue on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The barbecue will be held in the front area of the Senoia Farmers’ Market (40
Trader Joe’s opening late October in Peachtree City
Peachtree City’s long wait is nearly over—Trader Joe’s is preparing to open at The Avenue by the end of October, marking the grocery chain’s first location on the south side
Citizen of the Week: Fergus Esezobor
Congratulations to Citizen of the Week: Fergus Esezobor! Since immigrating from Nigeria and obtaining U.S. citizenship, Fergus Esezobor has embraced every opportunity to make a positive impact in his new
Athletes of The Week
The Citizen is proud to feature exceptional student-athletes from across our community each week. Whether they’re leading their teams to victory, showing strong character on and off the field, or
Fayetteville Man arrested by Coweta Sheriff for online threats and exploitation attempt of minor
A Fayetteville man faces multiple felony charges in Coweta County after investigators say he created a fake social-media account to threaten and attempt to exploit a teenager he personally knew.
Step Inside Fayette County’s Most Magical Holiday Homes—And Help Pets in Need
Celebrate the season where festive ambiance meets heartfelt purpose. The Fayette Humane Society (FHS)—together with Lois Coccia and Angela Yoder of Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International—invites you to the 9th
Letter to the Editor: 54/74 disaster is on Steve Brown
Peachtree City Voters, Do you ever wonder why the intersection of Highways 54 and 74 has been such a disaster for decades? Why has it taken more than 20 years
How does coming out at 17 feel?
Coming out can feel like standing on the edge of a cliff. You can see the freedom waiting on the other side, but taking that step still feels terrifying. For
“How great Thou art”
Were you outside this past Wednesday and Thursday? Did you notice the weather those two days? Wednesday was still hot and sticky. Still stuck in our Atlanta “hot, hazy, and
Get a Pet of the Week: Blue, A Smart, Handsome Pup Ready to Learn
Blue is a one-year-old, medium-sized dog (about 60 pounds) with striking good looks and plenty of personality. With his possible herding dog heritage, he’s as sharp as they come—super smart, eager
“MASH” Opens at Fairburn Theater, Oct. 9
War is hell… but laughter is survival. Based on the bestselling novel that inspired the iconic film and beloved TV series, Southside Theatre Guild’s production of “MASH” follows the antics
Question Mark on College
Dear Mark, I’m the parent of a high school senior, and we’re right in the thick of the college admissions process. The application deadlines are coming up fast, and I’m
Police Arrest Suspects in ATM and Liquor Store Burglaries
Peachtree City police solved two major burglaries in just three days — an ATM break-in on Commerce Drive and a liquor store smash-and-grab on Crosstown Drive. Both cases involved suspects
Film Series @ The Library
Join Peachtree City Library for our monthly film series viewing new and classic films.This free event will be held in the Theater Room on the lower level of the library.
Cozy Talk Book Club
A monthly book club to discuss your next favorite Cozy Mystery read. October’s book pick is The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell. Limited copies available at the Circulation desk. Ages
First Liberty investigation updates: the asset auction and Bay Point’s controversial motion
S. Gregory Hayes, the court-appointed Receiver overseeing the First Liberty Building and Loan and Edwin Brant Frost IV investigation, filed a request on Sept. 25 to auction off assets associated