Author Carolyn Curry to Visit PTC Library
Author Carolyn Curry will visit Peachtree City Library on Tuesday, September 30, at 1 p.m. to discuss her latest book, Trudy’s Awakening (Mercer Press, 2025). A historical novel set in the latter […]
Sandy Creek High hosts annual 9/11 remembrance
Led by the Air Force JROTC Cadet Corp, Sandy Creek High hosted their annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony. The memorial featured performances by the school’s orchestra and choir. Remarks from Principal
September’s Birthday Flowers
September, one of my favorite months, has finally arrived, bringing cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and football! The flowers associated with birthdays in September are two of my favorite flowers –
City of Hope hosted Business after Hours for Newnan-Coweta Chamber
Dozens of local business professionals convened on the courtyard on the lovely campus of City of Hope Cancer Center in Newnan for the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
RiverLife hosts 15th bi-annual #ServeCoweta event September 20
RiverLife’s 15th bi-annual #ServeCoweta event will take place next Saturday, September 20, at Newnan Utilities Carl Miller Park, bringing together community members to support local non-profits and families in need.
Letter to the Editor: Peachtree City Should Do The Responsible Thing and Maintain Budget Reserves
Dear Editor: The desire to reduce the Peachtree City’s reserves has, yet again, become a political issue. The projected current year reserve is 59%-60% and the planned FY2026 reserve will
James “Jim” Edward Gober, 84
James “Jim” Edward Gober, 84, of Fayetteville, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025. He was born to Milton L. and Vivian Beatrice Frost Gober in Birmingham, Alabama, on Tuesday,
Letter to the Editor: Say No to the Bow, Deer Slaughter Won’t Solve City Problems
Leaves will soon be raining down from the trees in Peachtree City, but sadly, so too will deadly arrows fired at dozens if not hundreds of the city’s native deer.
Business of the Week: Trilith LIVE Announces Strategic Partnerships with Ticketmaster and 3G Productions to Enhance Fan Experience
Partnerships bring world-class ticketing technology and audio-visual production to The Town at Trilith’s premier live entertainment venue Fayetteville, GA, September 2, 2025 —Trilith LIVE announced today two major partnerships that will
Grief as a Lantern: Honoring Love, Loss, and Our Shared Humanity
Two years have passed since my father left this world, and yet grief still moves through me like a tide, receding some days, crashing on others. Today, writing this on
It’s Not a Wonderful Life: State and local Republican leaders address Frost debacle in Coweta
The Georgia GOP had released that Brant Frost V was resigning from his chair position of the Coweta GOP. Before he actually resigned at their recent meeting on August 28,
The ABCDs We Grow With
I didn’t realize the ABCs could still be helpful as an adult. We learn them when we’re young because they’re the foundation of language, and life keeps inviting us to
Talking Southern – To Your Health (Part 2)
“Tolerable” is a grand old word, applicable in many situations. When used to describe one’s health in much of the South, though, its middle syllable is dropped and “tol’able” is
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
True End of Summer
Without a doubt, summer was the best season for any kid who lived on Flamingo Street. Not having to get up early for school, being outside barefooted, spending endless days
Past Imperfect, Future Tense
Ever wish you could hit the rewind button on life—or fast-forward just to peek? Time, annoyingly, runs on a strict schedule, with the past sealed off and the future locked
Local Semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit® Scholarship Program
(Evanston, Illinois) Today officials of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) announced the names of more than 16,000 Semifinalists in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented high
Bailee: A Sweet Young Akita Ready for Her Forever Home
Bailee is an 8-month-old female Akita with striking markings and an even more striking personality. At about 45 pounds, she’s still growing into her paws, but she’ll likely stay on
Thoughts From the Fire
What’s up, My Eaters! I hope you all are well and that you enjoyed your holiday weekend. Ours was full—we had the usual life errands to handle, plenty of cooking,
Savor and Soar: Tricia’s Packing Guide
I have traveled more over the past twenty years; this year alone, I have visited 15 airports. While most of my past trips involved riding in a car full of
Fayette Chamber Honors Local Heroes at Inaugural BraveHeart Awards
Fayetteville, GA – On September 4, the Fayette Chamber of Commerce hosted its first BraveHeart Awards, celebrating public safety professionals and service leaders across Fayette County. Held at New Hope
Sen. Ossoff Pushing Bipartisan Bill Supporting Georgia’s Combat-Wounded Veterans
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is working across the aisle to strengthen benefits for Georgia veterans wounded in combat. Today, Sen. Ossoff launched a push to pass the bipartisan Major
Raffensperger Wins Again: Court Upholds Georgia’s Election Integrity Act
Atlanta – Another major court victory has reaffirmed Georgia’s right to protect fair and secure elections. A federal district court has upheld key provisions of Georgia’s Election Integrity Act (SB
Take Flight: Davis helps Eagles appreciate their impact
Inman Elementary 2nd grade teacher Tania Davis loves how history helps her students shape their futures. Davis enjoys teaching all of the subjects, but history holds a special place in
After 36 Years at the Helm, Woolsey’s Mayor Laggis to Step Down
Most readers are doubtless aware of the three southeastern Fayette metropolises of Inman, Lowery, and Griggsville. But a well-kept secret right in the midst of those giants is Woolsey, a
Peachtree City’s 2025 Election: Michael Polacek’s Platform Under the Microscope
It’s official: qualifying week has passed, and the field for Peachtree City’s 2025 election is set. On November 4th, voters will choose a mayor and two councilmembers. The ballot is
McIntosh alum Dickinson joins Fiddler on the Roof cast
McIntosh High alum Kylie Dickinson is taking the stage in the iconic musical Fiddler on the Roof at the Alliance Theater. Dickinson, a Class of 2019 graduate, plays the role
Senoia Optimist Club Sponsors HOBY Ambassadors
Six Coweta County high school students attended the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Georgia seminar at Middle Georgia College, Cochran Campus, this past June. Every year the Senoia Optimist Club offers
What happens if Peachtree City Council fails to pass a budget?
For the first time in its history, it looks like Peachtree City’s City Council is going to fail to pass a budget before the new fiscal year on October 1.
Senoia Optimist Club to host free Fishing Derby for Kids
The Optimist Club of Senoia will host a free Fishing Derby for Kids on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Marimac Lakes Park in Senoia. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and
City of Fayetteville Releases “Smart Growth” Video Highlighting Vision for Sustainable Economic Development
FAYETTEVILLE, GA (August 29, 2025) The City of Fayetteville’s Department of Economic Development has released a new video titled “Smart Growth: Building a Vibrant Future Together,” showcasing the City’s strategic approach
Peachtree City to Hold Annual 9/11 Memorial Walk on September 11, 2025
Honoring Courage, Preserving Memory: A Community Tribute to the Heroes of September 11 Peachtree City, GA (September 8, 2025) — On Thursday, September 11, 2025, Peachtree City invites the community
Here We Go Again
Here we go again. Another place of safety turned into a crime scene. More proof that no business, school, or house of worship is off-limits to attackers. On August 27,
LaGrange man sentenced to 20 years without parole after December 2024 shooting
LaGRANGE, Ga. — A LaGrange man who demanded a speedy trial has pleaded guilty to charges connected to a December 2024 shooting and a subsequent high-speed chase that endangered his