Life transitions are expected as we move through this journey of living. With transitions come change, and change can be tough. It’s natural that we try to resist it. While it may be uncomfortable, change serves us by building resiliency. Every time we embrace spaces of uncertainty or discomfort, we’re welcoming growth and development! By addressing fears or potential...
It’s never too late to start a vision board! These boards are filled with images, words and symbols used to motivate, inspire and trigger positive emotions along the way. It can be a great tool to help you achieve your goals and manifest your dreams. Join Maggie Samuhel, realtor with Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Metro Brokers, as...
The holidays are over, it’s time to get back into your healthy habits and stop the overindulging from the past two months. If you’re feeling a little sluggish after the holiday indulgence, we promise you aren’t alone. Nutritionist Andrea Beauer with Smart and Simple Nutrition shares tips for bouncing back and feeling like yourself again. No need for extremes,...
Are you a goal digger? Setting a goal is often the easy part, but actually attaining that goal can be a different story. This is where hard work and commitment come into play. Are you ready to dig deeper and reach those goals? Get tips on setting objectives that are attainable and reasonable! Join lifestyle coach Miriam Jones as...
GO Church is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newly renovated GO KIDS facility, a state-of-the-art, 15,000-square-foot space designed to serve children and families in a safe, joy-filled, and spirit-filled environment.
This milestone represents the culmination of a $3 million project that has been completed debt-free—a testament to the incredible generosity of GO Church’s members and supporters as...
Recently I wrote about the homestead exemption generated under HB 581 Fayette schools receive less tax money but costs are rising relentlessly - The Citizen. This past week, Coweta County Public Schools and this week, Peachtree City are discussing the aftermath of the voters decision to enact amendment 1 in HB 581 to create an additional homestead exemption that...
Nonprofits put the UNITY in Community
I have long said that each of us live our lives in nonprofits — whether taking our kids to play in a local park, enjoying a date night at a local play, benefiting from a local nonprofit hospital, or adopting a beloved pet. Nonprofits enhance our lives and our communities, providing a quality of life...
Judge Jason B. Thompson is bringing the winter session of The People’s Law School back to Fayette County. It will cover legal topics such as wills, estates, trusts, guardianships, scams against seniors, and accountability courts. This is a perfect introductory course for any adult or high school student interested in criminal justice and the judicial system.
“One of my goals...
I feel like I’m one of the lucky ones. Granted, there were a ton of things within my control that allowed me to move to Peachtree City and own a home. I worked hard to secure a good salary, avoided fun purchases to save for a downpayment, and negotiated a favorable deal with the seller.
However, one of the biggest...
High school athletics are more than just a game. They are an opportunity to learn valuable life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and respect. That's what makes Sandy Creek High’s athletes all winners and why Georgia's electric cooperatives, including Coweta Fayette EMC (CFEMC), presented them the 2023-2024 Georgia High School Association Cooperative Spirit Sportsmanship Award.
The award recognizes high schools...
One thing I’ve learned after twenty-six years working at Peachtree City Library is that everyone has a story of how they ended up in Peachtree City. In fact, when the library put together the Hip Pocket anthology in 2023, we had a whole chapter dedicated to stories about moving to Peachtree City. It may seem like a no-brainer as...
For weeks I was riveted by the story of our community coming together to search for Jarod; and then devastated by the conclusion. Here we offer Jarod’s mom a chance to tell the full story of Jarod—his life, his struggles, his family, and even how he blessed their lives. -Ellie White-Stevens, Editor
I still scan the woods searching for Jarod....
On December 13, 2024, the Fayette Chamber of Commerce hosted its 59th Annual Meeting and Awards Celebration, honoring local leaders, businesses, and organizations for their visionary leadership, community service, and economic impact.
2024 Carolyn Cary Dreambuilder Award Recipient: Paige Muh
Sponsored by Hartsfield Jackson International Airport, this award was presented to Paige Muh of Piedmont Fayette Hospitalfor her commitment to community...
A plethora of police descended on the Peachtree City Target to apprehend a person in mental health crisis on Sunday afternoon. According to the Peachtree City Police Department Facebook page the person had climbed into the ceiling of Target and refused to come out. “The subject has since been taken into custody safely and is receiving medical treatment,” the...
I am an absolute pro at planning Christmas parties. But not just any kind of Christmas party, the kind that make money for nonprofits. For about a dozen years, I planned and executed O Christmas Tea through the Business Women of Fayette and Coweta, raising over a quarter of a million dollars for causes that benefit women and children.
The...
How’s your Christmas shopping going? Need some suggestions? Neiman-Marcus, the luxury department store, has some “extraordinary gifts” listed on their website for those searching for last-minute ideas.
For $3,999, you can get the Jura Z10 Fully Automatic Hot and Cold Brew Coffee Machine, designated as a “top gift pick.” Or you can get the $84,000 Acreau Watch. If your wife...
A devastating head-on collision on Highway 16 Thursday afternoon resulted in the death of one individual and injuries to two others. The accident occurred on Hwy 16 near Marion Beavers Road and involved two vehicles, a Nissan Altima and a Toyota 4Runner according to the Newnan Times-Herald.
Authorities have identified the deceased as Kayla M. Pogue, age 25, of Turin,...
Inman Elementary’s Eagle Ensemble sang in the season with their holiday musical “Crazy Christmas.”
For four performances, audiences young and old were delighted by songs about shoppers, reindeer, elves, and Mr. And Mrs. Claus.
The chorus is directed by Patricia Banks and Wendy Harber.
The Panthers are pitching in to help their furry friends. Starr’s Mill High’s girls basketball program took a day off from practice to volunteer at the Fayette County Animal Shelter.
Instead of practice, the varsity and JV teams went directly to the shelter after school and worked until the sun went down. Together with family volunteers, they rallied together and...
Helen Kay (Johnson) Hutchinson, formerly of Springfield, Ohio,age 73, passed away at home with her husband and children at her side on Thanksgiving Day, November 28th, 2024, after living fully in spite of her 2022 cancer diagnosis.
Helen was born in Hamilton, Ohio to Ruth and Royden Johnson. Following her graduation from Greenon High School in Springfield, she followed in her...
Gardeners are amazing people, eager to share their advice and the bounty from their gardens. Who has not received a pretty bouquet of fresh-cut flowers or a basket of ripe tomatoes from a gardening friend? We can spend hours discussing (or arguing about) the best methods for pruning a rose, killing weeds or getting deer to leave our plants...
Meet Romalie Laine the awkward reindeer!
Romalie Laine is Santa's most awkward reindeer. Don't let her initial awkwardness deter you. She really is an outgoing girl once you get to know her. Romalie Laine is two years old and weighs around 50lbs. She has been with us for almost 400 days! The only thing on her Christmas list this year is...
Joyce Marie Larson, born on April 3, 1950, in Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, in Peachtree City, Georgia, at the age of 74. An extraordinary woman whose life was a testament to love, dedication, and resilience, Joyce graced every room with her presence and left an indelible mark on all who knew her.
Joyce's journey...
Last week we talked about dropping R’s in our Southern way of speaking. This week we are heading to the opposite pole – the propensity of some Southerners to add R’s where they do not belong. This is much more prevalent in some parts of the South than in others; your commentator finds that it sounds discordant...
Over two decades in marketing have shown me that the heart of any thriving brand isn’t found in advertising alone. It’s also in the friendships, conversations, and understanding that come from being an active part of the place you call home.
A Simple “Hello” on the Street
For me, that means walking down the street, introducing myself to fellow business owners...
A local restaurant played a game of How Low Can You Go with their health department inspection score this week. Tim’s Country Kitchen at 175 Banks Station in Fayetteville scored a 37 on their December 10 Department of Public Health visit.
Other honorable mentions in that game, Krackn Up Krabs at 749 West Lanier Ave in Fayetteville with a 70. ...
I love to see Christmas lights. For years I’ve stopped at the Langley’s in Morallion Hills in Peachtree City, as my mom lives in that neighborhood. They are easy to find by turning into the subdivision and driving straight. The Langley lights dance to music when you tune into their radio station. Every year it’s a delight.
But where else...
A haircut—something simple for most families—marked a milestone for mine this past Thanksgiving. Many months of struggle, patience, and hope led us to this moment.
My son, Joshua, and I share something special: our birthdays are five days apart in early November. Every year, I look forward to meaningful celebrations with him. This year, I decided it was time for...
Fayette County Public Schools posted a fantastic showing on the 2024 College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI), seeing gains across the board and outpacing the state averages on Content Mastery, Progress, Readiness, and Graduation Rate.
The CCRPI measures school, district, and state performance on five components: Content Mastery, Progress, Closing Gaps, Readiness, and Graduation Rate.
On Content Mastery, Fayette’s elementary...
For three years we had tried and failed, but this year was going to be different – we were finally gonna capture Santa! My three brothers, The Sister and I had learned a lot from those failed attempts.
That’s why, as we snuck into the living room, I confidently whispered, “Can’t wait to see him in our trap!”
My brothers and...
At Thanksgiving, my grandson tried to blow out a row of candles tucked into mini pumpkins as part of the holiday table décor. At three years old, candles mean birthdays, fun, and CAKE. This week, I turned 63 years old—lots of candles.
I am ambivalent about my birthday, experiencing all-too-common December birthday dilemmas like “This is your birthday and Christmas...
By 2nd Lieutenant Olivia Lowman, CAP
On December 14, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the Fayetteville City Cemetery will stand as a place of solemn remembrance as the Civil Air Patrol and Wreaths Across America (WAA) join forces to honor our nation’s fallen heroes. This ceremony, hosted by the Peachtree City-Falcon Field Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol,...
The Whitewater High School Marching Band has concluded an action-packed and highly successful competitive season. This year’s show, themed Umbrella, captivated audiences with its creative choreography and dynamic musical selections, including Rihanna’s Umbrella, You are my Sunshine, Raindrops Keep Falling on my Head, and Don’t Rain on My Parade from the musical, Funny Girl, and featured standout solo performances...
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