If you’ve got any urgent business with any Fayette County governmental office, you’d better get it done before close of business this coming Friday, Dec. 22.
That’s because county workers will be taking a full week off for the Christmas break, and offices will be closed for the holidays for an entire week, from Christmas Day, Monday, Dec. 25, through...
The rezoning notices and hearing dates for the Fayette County Planning Commission meeting on December 7, 2023, and Fayette County Board of Commissioners meeting on January 11, 2024, had been posted along Veterans Parkway and Lee’s Mill Road just prior to the Thanksgiving holiday.
Speculation that four parcels of land along these roadways were going to be approved for rezoning...
Recently a judge granted an exception to Texas’s 6-week abortion ban to Kate Cox, who is 20 weeks pregnant and whose baby has been diagnosed with trisomy 18, a severe genetic birth defect.
First, I want to say I have all the sympathy in the world for the mother. Knowing your child has such a serious condition has got to...
’Tis the season for customer and employee theft.
Note to all: Cameras are everywhere.
According to reports, a Peachtree City officer responded Dec. 14 to Zaxby’s on Hwy. 74 S. in reference to a theft and was met by the store manager as well as the district manager. Along with other pertinent information about the case, store management provided police with...
Peachtree City police apprehended a man Dec. 11 who was entertaining himself in Walmart in a most unusual way.
According to reports, a call came in from the retailer about a white male walking around the store spraying himself and several items in the store with Lysol, the antiseptic cleansing liquid. Loss prevention personnel notified officers of his location and...
Merry Christmas!
No, wait. For you college football fans, the famous words of College Game Day icon Lee Corso ring out, “Not so fast, my friend!”
It’s not Christmas yet. Oh sure, we’re already wishing others “Merry Christmas.” We’re already enjoying great musical programs full of the sounds of Christmas, both sacred and secular. We’re already in the dead run of...
And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be...
• Installation of an all-way stop at Old Greenville and Goza Road —
The intersection of Old Greenville Road and Goza Road was converted to an all-way stop intersection on November 30, 2023.
The change was made to address the trend of increasing crash rates at the intersections over the past few years. Signs, rumble strips, and paint marking were installed...
Elizabeth “Betsy” Getreu, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend passed away at her home surrounded by family on December 12, 2023. She was 68.
Betsy was born to Selena and Harold Taliaferro in Hammond, Indiana, where she was valedictorian of Hammond High School. She attended Butler University and moved to Cincinnati, Ohio after completing her degree.
At 25, she married her...
Of course, I occasionally encounter rudeness in folks. Usually, I’m in a bubble of some kind when I’m jolted right out of it by rudeness or, in some cases, as Mama would say, “Downright meanness.”
Usually, readers who comment on my commentaries write to me and, even if they disagree, it is with grace and genteel respect. Yet, about every...
The Eagle Ensemble wowed the Inman Elementary family with “Forever Christmas.” The musical featured lots of holiday favorites, along with some appearances by characters like Frosty the Snowman, Santa, Rudolph, and Suzy Snowflake.
The auditioned 4th and 5th grade chorus presented four performances of their Christmas spectacular. The Eagle Ensemble is under the direction of Patricia Banks and Wendy Harber.
The Fayette County High School Hall of Fame will induct seven new members at its banquet and induction ceremony on Saturday, February 3, 2024. The inductees will also be introduced between the varsity basketball games against Trinity Christian on Friday, February 2.
Three distinguished alumni/alumna, three athletes, and one coach will be inducted. The inductees are Jeff Brady, Jimmy Dupree,...
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Drew Ferguson (GA-03) released the following statement today:
“Upon the conclusion of the 118th Congress, I will be retiring from the House of Representatives. Serving the wonderful constituents of Georgia’s Third District has been the honor of a lifetime. I have been blessed to have worked with such a talented and dedicated staff in my District...
Fayette County Public Schools posted a great showing on the 2023 College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI), seeing gains nearly across the board and outpacing the state averages on Content Mastery and Readiness, according to a system news release.
On Content Mastery, Fayette’s elementary schools scored 87.5 percent, compared to 64.7 for the state. Middle schools scored 89.4 to...
Robert Burton Bortles, fondly known as Bob, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2023, at the age of 90.
Born on January 8, 1933, in Lacona, New York, he brought warmth, love, and inspiration to all who knew him. Remarkable achievements and unwavering dedication marked Bob’s life.
He served as the Director of IT for the County of Oswego and made...
My mother was what we called a “country cook.” She might not be up on all the fancy dishes or even the ethnic food that we take for granted today. Until I was in high school and had access to the family car, my Italian culinary experience was limited to Chef Boyardee. Mexican food? Nope. Chinese? Not a chance.
My...
Writing an entire story about math for our Christmas column this year may seem a little strange ... then again so am I. But have faith, Dear Reader, by the end of all the words below, it’ll all make sense.
Early on in life, I discovered doing math, no matter how complicated the problem, came easily for me. Not because...
The McIntosh Trail, the student news site of McIntosh High, strives for excellence in journalism, and their work is being recognized with Best of SNO honors.
Best of SNO showcases the best student journalism from around the country, and the Trail staff has three members who have been honored for individual stories.
Grace Lovejoy was awarded for the piece “The five freedoms...
Sean Hickey is Starr’s Mill through and through. Hickey, a World History and AP Psychology teacher, is a proud Panther who returned home to help mold the future.
Hickey graduated with the charter class of the school and has the distinction of being the first alumnus to come back to the school and teach.
“For me, to be able to mentor...
Everyone has a story to tell, and Whitewater High health students got a unique opportunity to tell theirs with a digital storytelling project.
Students were tasked with creating a personal narrative with written and visual elements on an iPad to share with their classmates. Building off their studies of the Habitudes book about self-leadership, the short movies had to relate...
The Fayette CARE Clinic, Fayetteville, GA’s free clinic, a vital healthcare resource serving the uninsured and lower-income residents 18yrs+ of Fayette County, is proud to announce a substantial donation in November 2023 of $26,868 from the Be Rich Campaign, facilitated by Southside Church. This generous contribution will significantly enhance the clinic's ability to provide essential medical services to those...
Sandra Ann Lowe of Sun City Peachtree in Griffin, GA passed away peacefully December 11, 2023.
Sandy was born April 17, 1942 in South Bend, IN to Geneva & Richard Sweet who preceded her in death.
Sandy was an active traveler and enjoyed joining her husband Jim on work trips along with taking trips with family and friends around the United...
Now that our recent Peachtree City Council election has passed, we can truly focus on the Christmas season where the message is as always, Peace on Earth, Goodwill to All. I wonder if we can carry that message past just this month and into the new year as we continue the discussions around how best to guide our community...
John “Jack” Irvin Hendershot, 87, of Fayetteville, Georgia passed away at home on December 10, 2023. He was born on December 7, 1936, in Barton, Ohio.
John, also known as Jack to relatives and close friends, lived a simple life filled with countless cherished memories. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege...
As the president of the Fayette County Board of Realtors I hope to address growing consumer questions related to the verdict in the SITZER-BURNETT CLASS ACTION lawsuit.
Many consumers are wondering what the recent verdict in the case means for future real estate transactions in our area. The short answer is NOTHING.
Georgia has been ahead of the curve since 1994....
By Niki Vanderslice, President/CEO
Fayette County Development Authority
OPINION — In the competitive world of soccer where every goal matters, the decision to relocate the national headquarters and build the first ever National Training Facility of the US Soccer Federation in Fayette County is a positive game-changer for our community.
Having served in various economic development roles in Georgia for over 20...
A fire Sunday night drove a Peachtree City family from their home and investigators are still looking into what may have caused it.
An official with Peachtree City Fire Rescue said there was no significant structural damage to the residence on Longer Drive and no one was injured. First responders received the call Dec. 10 at approximately 10 p.m.
“The family...
Andrea Lucile Hammond Colson, a cherished and beloved figure in her family and community, passed away at the age of 77 in Peachtree City, Georgia on December 8th. Born on September 6, 1946, in Macon, Georgia, Andrea was a beacon of love and selflessness throughout her life.
A proud graduate of Margaret McEvoy High School in 1964, Andrea furthered her...
A Fairburn man is in custody at the Fayette County Jail after fighting with family, medical professionals and law enforcement.
According to reports, it all began at a residence on Hillcrest Avenue where the man got into an altercation with his father. Officials believed the suspect was having some type of mental episode.
After doing some damage to the home, he...
Winter Wonderland at Trilith is set to enchant and excite guests of all ages this holiday season. With a private preview night on December 18, 2023 from 5-8p, invited visitors can get an exclusive sneak peek of the magical wonderland before it opens to the public from December 19-23 located at 25A Shepperton Way Fayetteville Road, Fayetteville, GA 30214.
The...
An Atlanta man tried to flee from police after an early-morning traffic stop and wound up in jail on multiple charges.
According to reports, Fayetteville officers pulled over a 2007 Lincoln Town Car just after 5 a.m. Dec. 2 near the Maaco on Hwy. 85, after the driver initially tried to flee when told to stop. He had a clear...
The administration at Fayetteville Elementary goes to great lengths to help their Tiger Cubs succeed. To inspire the students during their recent Boosterthon, Principal Dr. Monica Reckley and Assistant Principal Ashley Judy offered up some unique incentives.
Every student who raised at least $70 got to help tape AP Judy to the wall. The top donating class could also earn...
The Panthers and Rockets are getting better together. A collaboration between Rising Starr Middle and Peeples Elementary brings students together to sharpen their English Language Arts skills.
Once a month, two gifted classes from Rising Starr visit with 2nd and 3rd graders at Peeples. The 8th graders bring games of their own making to teach key curriculum concepts.
Sarah Shannon, 8th...
As the year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on this past year while contemplating the new year. Needless to say, a lot has happened this past year, personally and professionally. I’m willing to bet you’ve had a year of ups and downs as well. Life is never a flat road or a straight path. None of...
