Victim: ‘Afraid for my life’
A Fayette man who was robbed at gunpoint off Layden Avenue and Kenwood Road Jan. 24, 2009 testified in court Monday that when the gunman pointed a pistol at his […]
Crime, Fayetteville
Fayette County, Government
Hwy. 74S rezoning eyed
The Fayette County Commission Thursday night will consider a commercial developer’s rezoning request for an already-approved shopping center just south of Peachtree City on Ga. Highway 74 at Redwine Road.
Peachtree City, Police/Fire
Thousands lose power during Tinsley Mill flooding rescue
It was another episode of homes being evacuated due to flooding for some Tinsley Mill residents Sunday night. Some residents of the 10 Peachtree City homes returned to their residences
Fayette County, Police/Fire
Fireplace ashes blamed for mobile home fire
Ashes from a fireplace ignited a fire that destroyed a home in the Four Seasons mobile home community Monday afternoon, officials said. A woman and child managed to escape their
Business, Peachtree City
Chamber chooses PTC’s Warner as ‘Outstanding Business Person’
In its annual awards banquet, the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce recognized several members for outstanding contributions. Named as the Outstanding Business Person of the Year, Peachtree City attorney Doug
Government, Regional
Local politicians forecast stormy budget days ahead
The Great Recession is the biggest worry for Rep. Matt Ramsey (R- Peachtree City), Sen. Ronnie Chance (R-Tyrone) and Sen. Mitch Seabaugh (R-Sharpsburg), all of whom weighed in on the
Fayetteville, Government
F’ville authorizes sidewalk project
The Fayetteville City Council last week voted to authorize a resolution for a sidewalk installation project through Georgia Dept. of Transportation (GDOT) and U.S. Dept. of Transportation. The $630,000 project
Government, Peachtree City
Imker invites citizens to budget ‘summit’
Peachtree City residents with an eye on trimming the city’s budget are invited to attend a meeting Saturday with new city Councilman Eric Imker. The city is facing a $3
Crime, Fayetteville
Sheriffs charge 3 for phony checks
Fayette County Sheriff’s detectives have obtained arrest warrants for three people this month for passing phony checks at local businesses on three separate occasions. Lequonza Allen, 33, of Elberton is
Police/Fire, Regional
Residents urged to prepare for severe weather
As Severe Weather Awareness Week convenes next week, the Fayette County Department of Fire and Emergency Services is reminding local residents how they can be prepared for weather-related emergencies. The
Crime
Cop Report 012710
The following arrests were reported by local law enforcement agencies for the past week. all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty: Fayette County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, Jan. 19 –
Fayetteville, Obituaries
Juanita A. Booth
Juanita A. Booth, 83, Fayetteville, died Jan. 14, 2010. A Memorial serviced was held at Ephesus Baptist Church, Winston, Ga. Cremation Society of Georgia was in charge.
Obituaries, Regional
Jim Cooper
Jim Cooper, 82, Hampton, died Jan. 17, 2010. He was born Mary 5, 1927 in Fayette County. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Annie Mae Hembre
Fayetteville, Obituaries
Charles Edward Young
Charles Edward Young, 58, Fayetteville, died Jan. 17, 2010. He had served in the United States Air Force. He was a sales manager for Bairstow Lifting Products and was an
Obituaries, Peachtree City
Richard Lee Daniels
Richard Lee Daniels, Peachtree City, died Jan. 20, 2010 after a long battle with cancer. He was born in 1937 in Owosso, Mich., where he developed a love for the
Fayetteville, Obituaries
Bradford Lee McCollum Sr.
Bradford Lee McCollum Sr., 69, Fayetteville, died Jan. 21, 2010. He coached for several years in Fayette County Little League where he was known as “Coach Brad.” He was always
Fayetteville, Obituaries
Carolyn Lee Clark
Carolyn Lee Clark, 61, Fayetteville, died Jan. 22, 2010. She was retired with 30 years of teaching at the Church Street Elementary School in Riverdale. She was a member of
Fayetteville, Letters to the Editor
Crosswalks: Laid-off teachers could use the money
[Recently] I wrote on the waste and worthless projects our government creates in the name of “your tax dollars at work.” Since it was published, I have received several calls
Letters to the Editor, Tyrone
Our taxes at work: Crossings to nowhere
Can someone explain why we have crosswalks with electronic crossing guides at several locations in Fayette County when in fact, there are no sidewalks on either side of the road
Letters to the Editor, Peachtree City
City locks restrooms from its own citizens
We have a group of over 50 casual tennis players that use the Glenloch tennis courts so we do not conflict with the more serious tennis players who use the
Letters to the Editor, Regional
Healthcare: Why have Ga. Democrats been silent?
For the past year, Americans have heard quite a bit about post-partisanship and the promise of a new kind of politics. During the 2008 campaign season, the rhetoric soared, as
Letters to the Editor, Peachtree City
Imker: Never have I supported raises for PTC Council members
I do not and have never supported a pay raise for myself as a city council member. So don’t bunch me in with those that do. The previous council (2007)
Letters to the Editor, Peachtree City
Cellphones cause wrecks — here’s proof
On Sept. 10, 2009, I was involved in a rear-end accident. I was traveling north on Ga. Highway 74, traveling in the right lane doing about 50 mph. I had
Columnists
Some bold tax suggestions for legislators
It is well known that the Constitution of the state of Georgia requires the legislature to adopt a balanced budget. A balanced budget is one where the projected revenues and
Columnists
Officials should encourage input
I was in attendance for the Jan. 21 Peachtree City Council meeting and was thoroughly pleased. It appears the new group manning the helm is quite capable of piloting our
Columnists
Peachtree City Girls Softball League honors a soldier
Kailani Serapion is a 9-year-old softball player, and a fourth-grader this year at Huddleston Elementary. Her softball experience is a good example of what the Peachtree City Girls Softball League
Columnists
If you can’t tell a story, then just be quiet . . .
There is a friend I have who cannot, for the life of her, tell a story. Sadly, she thinks she can. This often leads to drawn out phone conversations, dinners
Local Voices
Ask Father Paul 012710
Answers to your questions about life, religion and the Bible Pastors get some of the most interesting questions from people they meet and people in their congregations. Here are some
Faith, Peachtree City
See the Yaraeis at PCF
Kamran and Suzy Yaraei will appear at Peachtree Christian Fellowship Friday and Saturday, Jan. 29 and 30, at 7 p.m. each night. Kamran Yaraei is a former Shiite Muslim. “His
Faith, Regional
Gifts for Emmaus House
In December, the St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Community Outreach Ministry collected, wrapped and delivered over 300 gifts to Emmaus House, Atlanta. The ministry also collected gifts appropriate for adults so
Faith, Tyrone
Hopewell’s Social Networking class starts tomorrow evening
Hopewell United Methodist Church will host a free Social Networking class, open to the entire community, on Thursday, Jan. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. Although there is no fee
Faith, Fayette County
Real Life Center gets a boost from A’meritage in Tyrone
A’meritage at Dogwood Restaurant is partnering with the Real Life Center to help feed the hungry in Fayette County. A’meritage will donate $1 from the sale of every adult Sunday
Faith, Peachtree City
St. Paul Lutheran will offer Dave Ramsey’s FPU beginning Feb. 7
St. Paul Lutheran Church in Peachtree City, will host the 13-week Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University course beginning Feb. 7 at 3 p.m. in the church cafeteria. The course is
Faith, Fayetteville
FFUMC will offer four FPU classes in February, March
Fayetteville First United Methodist Church (FFUMC) will offer multiple courses in Financial Peace University (13 week course) in early 2010. The course benefits couples/individuals of all ages — those with