Ringers in concert
The Newnan-Coweta Historical Society will present “Man of Peace,” a concert by The Atlanta Concert Ringers in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Saturday, Jan. 16, at 6:30 p.m. […]
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Newnan, Obituaries
Malard G. Waters, Jr., 88, of Newnan
Malard (Muddy) G. Waters, Jr., 88, of Newnan passed away on December 27, 2015. A Brewton, Ala. native, he was born June 9, 1927 in Chicago, Ill. He graduated
Coweta Pets of the Week
Stevie is an American bulldog/terrier mix. He might look sad but he’d be happy in a new home. ID # is A031614. Kennel # A-16. BONUS: Stevie is eligible for
Coweta Charter Academy’s test scores soar
When it comes to the new Georgia Milestones Assessment System student performance methodology, teachers at the Coweta Charter Academy at Senoia (CCAS) and CCAS parents could not be happier. Student
Students sing in a special setting
Students from several Coweta county schools recently sang their way to the Georgia Governor’s Mansion. Twenty members of the Smokey Road Middle School chorus sang at the Governor’s Mansion on
Want to be in a ‘Big Picture’? Head to Senoia New Year’s Day
Senoia is getting ready for its close-up again. City Manager Richard Ferry announced this week the city will take another town photo Jan.1 “Senoia will turn 150 years old in
Local churches schedule Christmas week services
From outdoor community celebrations to quiet, indoor Holy Communion services, churches on the south side of Atlanta are ready for Christmas. One of the holiest events on the Christian calendar
Newnan, Obituaries
Glenn Othel Morgan age 80
Glenn Othel Morgan, born September 23, 1935 passed away early morning Monday at the age of 80 from a sudden heart attack. Glenn was a man of old fashioned morals.
Art now on display
At the McRitchie-Hollis Museum is the holiday-themed art of Carl Charles Tait, a LaGrange-based artist known throughout the nation for his holiday greeting cards and handkerchiefs. The original art work
Coweta Pets of the Week
Jackie is a Jack Russell terrier mix who has a sister. They are sweet, laid-back, cute little low riders so if smaller dogs are your thing, you’re in luck. ID
Backyard Assn. meets Jan. 12
“Grow Up! Using Vines and Climbers in Your Garden” is the topic for the next meeting of the Coweta County Master Gardener Extension Volunteers’ Backyard Association. It is scheduled for
Man faces molestation, incest charges
A Palmetto man has been charged by the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office with child molestation and incest in connection with incidents that occurred between 2010-2014. The man goes to trial
Christmas tradition continues in Coweta County
The live Nativity held last week at Cornerstone United Methodist Church in east Coweta County featured scenes surrounding the birth of Jesus. Countless people are drawn to this annual event.
Newnan has record turnout for Christmas parade
The annual Christmas parade in Newnan is always a hit, but attendance this year for the 60-entry parade was the biggest on record with several thousand people lining the streets.
Stay safe as you shop
Christmas is around the corner and with it comes visits to local stores in search of the perfect gift for everyone on the list. With all the shopping the Fayetteville
May The Force be with you this weekend
These kids and their parents, some of whom are Peachtree City firefighters and all of whom live in Peachtree City and Sharpsburg, decided to tailgate at the NCG Theatre on
County rejects bids for Howard Road
A Howard Road realignment project approved by the Coweta County Commission nearly a year ago was put on hold Dec. 15 when commissioners rejected the lowest bid after finding it
Newnan, Obituaries
Jerry Lee Anderson, age 78
Jerry Lee Anderson, age 78, passed away Monday, December 14, 2015 at the hospital in Fayetteville surrounded by family. He was born July 18, 1937 in Anderson, Ind. to the
Senoia student is a winner
An East Coweta Middle School seventh-grader was awarded a contribution to a Path2College 529 Plan account as one of six statewide winners of the We Care, Child Care sweepstakes. Thirteen-year-old
Pet adoption fair announced
“New Home for the New Year” is a family-friendly pet adoption fair that will take place Saturday, Jan. 9, 9 a.m.-noon at Coweta County Animal Control. The Newnan-Coweta Humane Society
Book featured at NCHS event
A new book detailing the rise and fall of mills in this area will be featured this Thursday in an event at the McRitchie-Hollis Museum. Dr. Ann McCleary, director of
Classes next month
Two AARP driver safety classes are scheduled for Coweta County in January. The Grantville Library will be the site of the class set for Monday, Jan. 11, 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Two chosen as Nicholas Bishop at CTK
At the Cathedral of Christ the King in Sharpsburg, on Sunday, Dec. 6, two young men served as the St. Nicholas Bishop, (also known as “boy bishop”) for the early
Newnan, Obituaries
Royce Avery Cook
Royce Avery Cook gently left her earthly life behind on the morning of Saturday, December 12 after developing complications as the result of a stoke that occurred on Thursday evening.
Coweta Pets of the Week
Lucinda is a domestic medium hair – an affectionate, loving lady looking for someone to love. She is out of time at Animal Control because she has been there since
Workshop set for Dec. 17
The Carnegie will be hosting “Creating Writing: From Seed to Grove,” a workshop facilitated by Melissa Dickson Jackson, scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 17. 2-4 p.m. It is free and open
Walking Dead fan bites Daryl
Cast members of “The Walking Dead” being bitten by toothy zombies in Senoia is a common occurence. But Norman Reedus (known to fans as Daryl Dixon) got a surprise when
Senoia ups its budget by 7%
The city of Senoia is poised to approve a $2.7 million General Fund budget, which is up 7.2 percent from last year. The City Council will meet at 3 p.m.
‘Light Up Senoia’ lights up faces, too
The kids on this float in the “Light Up Senoia” Christmas parade tell the tale of the excitement that is seen each year on Main Street. Again this year, a
Senoia home tour Dec. 13
If you’re looking for a way to relax with your friends this month, don’t miss the Senoia Tour of Historic Homes Sunday, Dec. 13, 5-8 p.m. The tour features a
Free Tasting Tuesday coming Dec. 15
The holiday season is upon us, which means attending or hosting parties for friends and loved ones. Instead of the same old appetizers, try a cheese and beer pairing to
Special poinsettia sales by Optimists
The Senoia Optimist Club is selling poinsettias in a variety of colors for anyone who wants to brighten the look of their home, office or church during the Christmas season.
Things to Do-Dec.10-Jan.19
December December 10 Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Newnan will share its drive-thru nativity, “The Greatest Gift,” again this year. It will be presented this year from 6-9:30 p.m. nightly
Church, Newnan
Cornerstone UMC will host drive-through Nativity Dec. 10-13
Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Newnan will share its free drive-through Nativity, “The Greatest Gift,” again this year. The Nativity will be presented from 6 – 9:30 p.m. nightly beginning