When my brother Michael was a senior at McIntosh High School, he was always late. From my homeroom overlooking the student parking lot, I’d watch his white Mazda 323 hatchback whip into a spot just as the tardy bell rang. He’d then jog across the pavement with just enough effort to avoid detention.
But one day, the bell rang, and...
For the second time in a month, the Chiefs have been crowned a cheer champion. On December 4, McIntosh High won the GHSA Game Day Cheerleading Championship.
With the victory, McIntosh becomes the first school in state history to win both the Competitive and Game Day titles. It also marks the 10th state cheerleading championship in program history.
“This was a...
“Goooooood morning, my dear expedition members!” Our expedition leader, Kuba’s now familiar voice sounds from the speakers in our portal cabin on the Magellan Explorer. “We will be arriving at the South Shetland islands in the morning, and we should be seeing our first iceberg sometime in the middle of the night.” A swell of excitement rose in my...
Spoiler alert: some of this article will not surprise you, but I believe some of it maybe will. At least some of it will sound a little strange to you at first. I ask you to hang with me and hear me out. So, here goes.
There is just no escape. Christmas comes again with the hydraulic pressure of commercialism....
Registration for the 2024 Miracle on Main Street Parade is NOW CLOSED.
All Parade information can be on the Miracle on Main Street Pareade and Market event on this page or at downtownfayetteville.org.
If you have any questions, please call Michele Holmes at 770-719-4173 or email [email protected].
The theme this year is Gingerbread Village.
Eight table-top Christmas trees are on display in the Fayetteville City Hall lobby through Thursday, December 12, and it is up to the community to decide which is the best one. Results will be published on Friday, December 13.
City employees teamed up to decorate a tree to represent their department. They abided by strict guidelines, including not using City...
Last week’s article talked about personnel costs driving costs to school boards at a rate higher than the revenue rate capped by the homestead exemption voted in by the Fayette taxpayers and subsequently voted in by all of Georgia. One reader comment requested to see employee totals for the same period I discussed 2008 – 2023.
While I have pulled...
Want to know what is happening with your property taxes according to recent legislature? Don’t say Peachtree City didn’t try to tell you about it.
The City of Peachtree City invites residents to a special Town Hall meeting to discuss updates to homeowner property tax exemption and sales tax options, including the implications of HB581, a new floating homestead exemption....
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The Olivet Church, under the leadership of Reverend Dr. William Holmes Robinson, proudly celebrated its VIBE Ministry’s unforgettable participation at the star-studded premiere of Mr. Santa: A Christmas Extravaganza. Held at the prestigious Riverside Epicenter, the event was an inspiring evening of holiday cheer and cinematic magic.
The VIBE Ministry’s dynamic performers, known as the VIBEES, lit up...
As a Fayette County resident who appreciates the artistic contributions of Trillith Studios, I’m excited to share my thoughts on Wicked, one of my favorite shows. Having seen the musical live in multiple cities, including with the original Broadway cast, I’ve had the chance to enjoy both the stage version and the new movie adaptation. Each offers something unique, providing...
Louis is approximately 4 years old. He came to Fayette County Animal Shelter as a feral cat, but you’d never know it by his disposition. He is slightly shy at first but warms up very quickly. He is extremely affectionate. He loves to walk in between your legs waiting for you to pet him. Louis is a big boy...
It is with great sorrow that the family of Patricia “Trish” Kate Close, announces her passing after a brief illness, on Sunday, November 17th, 2024.
Trish, aged 64, grew up in Perry, Florida. Trish was a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and colleague. She graduated from Aucilla Christian Academy in 1978 and earned her Bachelor of Science Degree from Auburn...
Happy December! As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to prepare for what’s next. For business owners, that might mean big change.
Markets shift, trends come and go, and customer needs grow, but adapting to these doesn’t have to mean losing what makes your business special. With the right strategy, you can lean into growth while staying connected...
Let’s talk about our beautiful English language, specifically about how it is spoken among Southerners of reasonable education and breeding. It’s a lilting yet languid manner of speech, one that’s disappearing by a larger than comfortable margin each generation, as accent-free TV and radio commentators drive us ever closer to the dubious goal of a homogenized American...
Last Thursday just before starting our Thanksgiving meal, The Wife and I asked each member of our family what they were thankful for. The responses were what one would expect from a family gathering: the children said they were thankful for their mom, us, their brother and sister and, of course, their toys. The kids’ mom was thankful for...
Peachtree City resident Sharon Marchisello has always been a writer. After earning her master’s in professional writing from the University of Southern California, she spent 27 years working for Delta Air Lines all the while writing magazine articles, short stories, book reviews, screenplays, and eventually, novels. A writer’s life is hard, especially if you write full-length book manuscripts. They...
I saw Wicked at the Fox in July 2023 with one of my best friends. It was a gift from my mom, my brother and his family for Christmas the previous year. I think it was the best gift I ever got. I liked it so much that I bought the sweatshirt.
I also feel like Cal and Joyce Beverly...
A Fayette County jury found Adrian Jelks guilty of Malice Murder, Felony Murder, Aggravated Assault (2 counts) and Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony on October 23, 2024. At trial, the State presented evidence that just before 10pm on March 29, 2024, emergency personnel were dispatched to the Walmart in Fayetteville for reports of shots...
Longtime Fayette County resident and New Hope Baptist Church’s oldest member, Evie Bowers, celebrates her 100th birthday on November 20th. Born Evie Ann Bowen, Evie was raised in Palmetto GA and moved to Fayette County as a new bride in 1954. This is where her legacy started.
On a blind date set up by a friend, Evie met...
Peachtree City has long been celebrated for its Village Concept that integrates residential areas with vibrant commercial centers designed for walkability, accessibility, and community. Preserving who we are while planning for our future is a challenge that requires forward-thinking solutions.
As a member of the Planning Commission, I’ve seen firsthand how our development tools have become outdated and inconsistent, making...
Last week, I shared my family’s tradition of decorating our Christmas tree. This week, we placed an ornament from Cracker Barrel on the tree, which sparked a conversation about what happened when we bought the dancing bear ornament.
I will be the first to admit I have more regrets than Amazon has distribution centers. Still, I do not regret buying...
Piedmont Fayette Hospital earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as the systems hospitals have in place...
As we enter a season of gratitude and generosity, we’re reflecting on the transformative work that donors make possible in our community. Bloom Our Youth, a nonprofit organization located in Fayetteville, provides life-changing resources and wrap-around care to foster children and families in Fayette County and beyond each year. With the generous support of donors, partners, and volunteers, Bloom...
I want to start by thanking the new owners and editors of The Citizen for an opportunity that makes me want to wake up at 5am, grab that first cup of coffee, and hit the keyboard. In writing to highlight the best of Peachtree City, the first person who jumped to mind is my colleague on City Council, Frank...
It’s almost that time of year again, time for getting ready for the New Year. Start your self off on the right track by preparing MENTALLY so you can succeed PHYSICALLY! We’ve all heard the ‘New Year New You’ saying, but in order to succeed at your goals for the new you, preparation needs to start now! Piedmont Wellness...
Meal prepping not only makes your week much simpler, quicker and easier, but also is a great option to use when trying to stay healthy and on track. Lifestyle Coach and Certified Nutritional Therapist Linda Weigand with Inside Out Dynamics discusses the abundance of benefits to meal planning and prepping and the value of reading food labels. Get tips...
It’s almost that time of year again, time for getting ready for the New Year. Start your self off on the right track by preparing MENTALLY so you can succeed PHYSICALLY! We’ve all heard the ‘New Year New You’ saying, but in order to succeed at your goals for the new you, preparation needs to start now! Piedmont Wellness...
