U.S. has forgotten how to fight a war
Writer Cal Thomas said in his opinion of June 18, “While it’s true we can’t be the policemen of the world, we can be its prisoners in a world ruled […]
Fayetteville, Letters to the Editor
2014
Fayette County, Lifestyle
Things to do-June 26-July 19
June June 26 If you missed the sold out concert at Spivey Hall in March, now’s your chance to hear the Southern Crescent Chorale again in the world renowned venue.
Education, Fayette County
A mini-nation
Third grade students at Peachtree City Elementary School celebrated the culmination of their Mini Society unit with a Market Day. Classrooms worked together to build their own mini-nations, complete with
Fayette County, Lifestyle
Local author staging publishing session
Local author and publishing entrepreneur Milton Davis returns to the Fayette County Public Library June 28 at 1 p.m. to speak on the topic, “Publishing Your Book.” The program is
Columnists
These ‘Stars” Have Very Bright Futures
By Kevin Thomas ***** I am not a fan of “romantic movies.” This is because Hollywood screenwriters usually go through the motions, having the couple meet up in some quirky
Columnists
Some Thoughts about Time
This column originally appeared in The Citizen in July, 1999. Time is money, they say, but no, it isn’t. Time is not money, and cannot be measured in the way
Tyrone
Tyrone OKs $3.1 million budget for 2014/2015
Tyrone’s $3.1 million general fund budget for the fiscal year beginning in July was adopted June 19 by unanimous vote. The 2014-2015 budget includes approximately $3.5 million in revenues and
City, Peachtree City
PTC budget talks: Likely 1 mill tax hike
Council concerned about path upkeep Look for property taxes to increase this year in Peachtree City. After two earlier meetings, city staff came back to the Peachtree City Council June
Coweta County
Coweta BoE examines budget with no millage increase
The Coweta County Board of Education is expected to adopt the $173 million operations budget for the 2014-2015 school year at the June 24 meeting. Included in the budget are
Community
Backpack Buddies provide a helpful hand this summer
By Bonnie Hester Intern for The Citizen The nonprofit organization Backpack Buddies has kicked off the third year of its summer program, “Summer F.U.N. Coweta,” which provides at-risk children in
Obituaries, Peachtree City
John T. Bohan, Sr., age 77, of Peachtree City
John T. Bohan, Sr., age 77, of Peachtree City, Ga. passed away on Monday, June 16, 2014. He was born on September 12, 1936 to Hazel Cordrey Bohan and Walter
Crime
Senoia fugitive nabbed in multi-county effort
It required the efforts of law enforcement agencies in counties around metro Atlanta, but in the end Senoia resident Bill Owens, Jr. ended up in custody on June 18. Currently
Coweta County
Kids take over Newnan Theatre this summer
By Joan Doggrell Special to The Citizen The Taming of the Shrew: June 26 – June 29 William Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew,” directed by NTC’s Managing Director Jennifer
Columnists
Christ Church Frederica
When I first moved to Georgia in 1983, it wasn’t long before I discovered St. Simon’s Island on the Georgia coast. As I was driving around and exploring, I came
Columnists
It’s vacation time
Vacation time — a much needed break from work and all the stresses of life — is once again upon us. No matter whether you want to splash into the
Peachtree City
After nearly a month closed, bridge is open
The path bridge over Lake Peachtree on Ga. Highway 54 is open and back in use after being closed for repairs for nearly four weeks. The bridge was closed for
Coweta County, Newsmakers
East Coweta graduate commemorates D-Day in Normandy
Army Specialist and former East Coweta High School graduate James M. Estabrooks on June 6 joined hundreds of American service members to commemorate the 70th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy.
Coweta County
Hwy. 34 intersection to get traffic light
A long-sought traffic signal on Ga. Highway 34 at Lora Smith Road moved closer to reality June 17 when the Coweta County Commission voted unanimously to fund the $182,000 project
Coweta County, Education
Students headed to nationals
Two students from the Central Educational Center’ (CEC) will be competing in this summer’s SkillsUSA national championships in Kansas City, Missouri. Breanne Thompson (Central Educational Center, Northgate High School) won
Coweta County, Education
West Georgia Technical College sees increase in students at Coweta campus
The new West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) campus opened in Coweta County nearly a year ago. A report on the status of the new campus and WGTC’s efforts in Coweta
Business, Newnan
Newnan Nissan dealership is now open for business
The Atlanta area celebrates its 18th Nissan Dealership and first in Newnan, Ga., when Nissan of Newnan, held its grand opening June 14. The 39,000 square foot location is the
Peachtree City
PTC police credit man for big pot arrest — his own
A Peachtree City man was arrested on felony marijuana charges June 13 after he invited an officer to “check out his YouTube channel” which showed a marijuana-growing operation at his
Fayetteville
F’ville budget, tax rate, water bills headed up
After years of static taxes and reduced city budgets, living in Fayetteville is about to get a little more expensive. As part of that, those planning to attend the June
Uncategorized
Economic hits mount with permit delays for dredging Lake Peachtree
County officials last week announced another potential delay in refilling Lake Peachtree. The proposed dry dredging of the lake bed will require state and/or federal permits, unlike previously thought, according
Uncategorized
Cool water for a determined runner
Taking a cool sip for Fayetteville’s June 14 Civitans Old Courthouse 5K is Betty Rose of Peachtree City, who has run over 50 marathons in the last 13 years. She
Fayette County
Accrediting group hits past Fayette BoE’s ‘factions’
The Fayette County School System has received another five-year accreditation by AdvancED whose accrediting body includes the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS/CASI).
Fayette County
Restore 7th-grade sports?
he June 16 meeting of the Fayette County Board of Education included an item that addressed the potential for restoring seventh-grade athletics that were removed from the budget last year.
Entertainment
Running in the family
Grandparents Beth and Howard Dial, who will be observing their 50th anniversary soon, celebrate after the 22nd Annual Civitans Old Courthouse 5K Run June 14 in Fayetteville with their grandson
Fayette County
Former golf course may house future public safety facility
A former golf course purchased by Fayette County officials for $1.42 million may end up as something other than part of the future East Fayetteville Bypass. The county commission voted
Fayette County
3 arrested in Fayette chase
A June 13 car chase along Ga. Highway 54 in Fayetteville and into central Fayette County followed by a chase on foot by sheriff’s deputies and Tyrone officers led to
Uncategorized
Drop-in Kroger burglary suspect turns himself in to police
The man who burglarized the Kroger pharmacy at 805 South Glynn Street in Fayetteville on June 8 surrendered to police after family members saw his photo in newsaccounts and suggested
Uncategorized
I-85/Hwy. 74 interchange improvements years away
Commuters hoping for progress on the choke point of Ga. Highway 74 and Interstate 85 shouldn’t be expecting action anytime soon. The good news is that the state is still
Peachtree City
PTC looking at buying new operational software for $495K
Peachtree City officials are wanting to spend up to $495,000 to overhaul much of the city’s operational software, and a vote is expected Thursday night on a very light agenda
Fayette County
Vacation Bible School comes to Marnelle Mobile Home Park
By BONNIE HESTER Intern for The Citizen Rollings Hills Baptist Church held Vacation Bible School for the families of Marnelle Mobile Home Park on Ga. Highway 54 June 9-12. Over