Fuhgeddaboudit, Really
Is it just me, or have we all become more forgetful lately? Our iPhones have rendered us unable to add or spell, and good luck remembering an address or telephone […]
The Quiet Election Powering Your Life
You don’t vote for your power company. But you do vote for the people who regulate it. That’s what’s at stake in Georgia’s June 17th special primary election for the
Get a Pet of the Week: Bella
Meet Bella: Petite, Polished, and Practically Perfect Bella is the kind of dog who makes friends everywhere she goes. This 3-year-old sweetheart recently spent a full day on the town
StartUp Fayette to Host Leadership Powerhouses for Event on Building Culture from Day One
Peachtree City, GA — StartUp Fayette is proud to announce its next event, “Building Culture from Day One,” a powerful discussion designed to help entrepreneurs and business leaders cultivate strong,
The Eating Chambers on Cooking
What’s up my Eaters! I hope you are well. School is out, the kids are home, vacation season is upon us, and the beaches are calling. Whatever you’re doing, please be
Athlete of the Week
Sponsored by Mahaffey Linkous Orthodontics The Citizen continues its mission to highlight the best and brightest athletes in our community with our Athlete of the Week feature, proudly sponsored by
Pickleball Craze Continues; Cornbread Named Official State Bread
This month’s Peachtree City council meeting began with Josh Bonner’s presentation of some state-wide legislative items, many of which focused on budgeting. Notable items included $150,000 for Bloom Closet in
Fayette County Celebrates Cadet Class #51
Fayetteville, Georgia – June 5, 2025 – The Fayette County Fire Department celebrated the graduation of Cadet Class #51 in a ceremony to be held June 5, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Fayette County Fire and
Flat Rock Middle school nutrition honored at Braves game
ATLANTA, GA — Last Thursday, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper joined State Schools Superintendent Richard Woods, Deputy Superintendent of School Nutrition, Dr. Linette Dodson and representatives of the Atlanta
Trending student populations in Coweta and Fayette
At the recent Coweta County School Board (CCSS) meeting, Mr. James Wilson Founder and CEO of EdPlanners presented an analysis of expected future growth in Coweta County. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmmJbh1_4rY Mr., Wilson
Your Best Umbrella in the Storm
I don’t know the history of the invention of the umbrella. I guess I could Google it, but even without doing that, I know that it must have come very
Judith Lee Walker Moore, 81
Judith Lee Walker Moore, of Fayetteville, GA passed away unexpectedly from an aortic dissection on June 2, 2025, at the age of 81 in Atlanta, Georgia. She was born on
Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center celebrates construction milestone with topping out ceremony
The Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center marked a large milestone in the construction process on June 6 with its topping out ceremony, celebrating the placement of the
Hotel Parking Concerns and Diverse New Police Officers: Continuing Developments in the City of Fayetteville
At last night’s Fayetteville City Council Meeting, city manager Ray Gibson recognized the city’s new communications director, Lynetta Griffin. Griffin is an alumnus of Georgia Media Academy and has ten
Flat Creek Floyd, beloved alligator of Peachtree City, has died after a hit-and-run incident
Flat Creek Floyd, the beloved and unofficial mascot of Peachtree City, died following a hit-and-run incident on Highway 74. According to the Peachtree City Police Department, the 12-foot alligator was
Jared Moore of Starr’s Mill named Boys’ Field Athlete of the Year
ATLANTA – June 4, 2025 – Atlanta Track Club honored its 2025 All-Metro Track and Field Team, spotlighting 57 of the region’s top high school athletes at a ceremony in which four competitors
Question Mark on College: How to Summer for College Prep
Dear Mark, I’m the parent of a rising high school senior, and while we’re all ready for a bit of a breather this summer, I can’t help but feel like
RISE FROM THE ASHES: INSIDE THE EDEN PROJECT
They served us. Now it’s our turn to serve them. A national statistic reports that twenty-two veterans die by suicide each day—a number The Eden Project is determined to change.
Keller Williams Peachtree City Empowers Local Community with Impactful Partnerships on RED Day
Keller Williams Realty Peachtree City proudly showcased its unwavering commitment to the community during its annual RED Day event (Renew, Energize, Donate), a company-wide day of service that unites Keller
Tyrone hosts family game night Friday, June 6
The City of Tyrone’s Recreation Department, in partnership with the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) will host a family game night on Friday, June 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Ask Margar-etiquette about Silencing Your Phone
Dear Margar-etiquette, I find myself being really annoyed with people’s phones ringing, blasting music, or making alarming sounds during meetings and speaking events. Do we still need to remind people
Garden Views: Tips to Create a Butterfly-Friendly Garden
Want to add interest, color, movement and wildlife to your garden this summer? If so, then plant a butterfly garden! There are few insects more pleasurable to watch than butterflies
Smith and Davis Clothing’s highly anticipated tent sale returns from June 12-15
Summer is kicking off with a local tradition that’s bigger than ever-the Smith and Davis Clothing Tent Sale returns for its 84th event, running June 12 through June 15. What
Tickets On Sale Now for Brad Thor’s Peachtree City Appearance July 10
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the must-see book event of the summer! The Friends of the Peachtree City Library will host #1 New York Times bestselling author Brad
Talking Southern – How Much Did You Say?
What do “blue million,” “a mess,” and “forty’leven” have in common? They are all expressions of quantity, which, if not Southern in origin, certainly have gained at least something of
What the Hammock Taught Me About Communication
This week, I’m on vacation. My out-of-office is on. The inbox is taking a breather, and so am I. And honestly? I know it’s the right move. Summer has a
Brenda Kay Morgan, 65
Brenda Kay Morgan, age 65, passed away on May 31, 2025 after years of battling chronic health issues. She leaves behind her husband, Chauncy, of 44 years and her adult
Serving Up Smiles: Hudson cooks with heart
Bennett’s Mill Middle’s cafeteria manager David Hudson builds up his Broncos with delicious, warm meals. He loves the opportunity to get students to try new things and serve them healthy meals
Mimosa: Sweet, Bubbly, and Lots of Fun
If you’re looking for a little sunshine in your life, Mimosa might just be the perfect pick. This 3-year-old beauty was brought to the shelter by a Good Samaritan after
May 2025: A Month of Growth, Engagement, and Strategic Progress
As spring gave way to early summer, May marked another milestone month for the Fayette County Chamber (Chamber). Fueled by strong momentum and a clear strategic vision, the Chamber continued
Fayette County Launches Summer Reading Challenge with Magical Kick-Off
Fayette County, GA – June 4, 2025 – The Fayette County Public Library kicked off its highly anticipated Summer Reading Challenge on Monday, drawing more than 500 children and adults to
Pastor Jane Talks Church Unity
I grew up in a small town on the Mississippi River in Wisconsin. From the time I was very young I knew there were lots of different churches. In my
Holy Trinity false alarm evacuates part of church complex
On Tuesday evening, a false fire alarm had an English as a Second Language (ESL) class evacuating the auditorium they were meeting in at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Peachtree
The Rotary Club of Peachtree City brings newfound water sources to Kenya
Patti Kadkhodaian, President of the Rotary Club of Peachtree City, is proud to have finalized a grant to help provide rainwater receptacles to the village of Sokoni in Kenya. The