Popularity of vaping increases concerns about local youth
Should members of the Fayette County community be aware of the health issues involved with vaping? Youth members of Drug Free Fayette (DFF) thought so, and recently produced a public […]
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Peachtree City hotel looks to sunshine power
A group of 9th grade STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) students from McIntosh High School in Peachtree City recently got a close-up look at the new solar array providing
Government meetings not a high priority for most locals
It is a standard feature of American life to complain about some of the actions of local government, and people not having a say in what transpires in meetings. With
3-county chase ends with man drawing weapon, shot by officers in Fayetteville
A Dec. 21 attempted traffic stop originating in Meriwether County ended with the suspect brandishing a weapon, and subsequently being shot by officers, on Ga. Highway 85 North in
Boutique, multi-use cinema coming to Pinewood Forest
The latest preview of coming attractions at Pinewood Forest was announced Dec. 20. The large mixed-use development on Fayetteville’s west side will feature a boutique cinema featuring movies, live
Friends and strangers respond to Fayette man in need
Scott Brown and Bob Watson. Photo/gofundme.com Christmas is the time for visiting with family and friends, and other things like exchanging gifts. And it is the time for acknowledging
Kathy Gloer, Sandi Donaldson bring donations to Panhandle hurricane victims
Natural disasters that occur in various parts of the United States usually catch our attention for a few days thanks to national news coverage. Then, unless family members or
Fayette schools get in the holiday spirit
Above, at Huddleston, the good Grinch shows up — Huddleston Elementary School students enjoy a personal appearance of Dr. Seuss’s Grinch, so long as he promises to leave Christmas alone. All
Stocking up at Light Up the Night toy drive
Members of the Beachwood Homeowners Association donated over 100 filled stockings for the Light Up The Night Toy Drive. This is the 13th year this group has partnered with the
Fayette students take top placements at Clemson poetry competition
Foreign language students are celebrating after conquering the competition at the 2018 Clemson University Poetry Declamation Contest. Fayette County students earned 28 first place, 17 second place, and 19 third
Historic internship for Fayette student
Sparked by her dad’s passion, senior Lindsey Crook blazes a trail in male-dominated field For many high school students, senior year is about creating lasting memories with friends and preparing
Public objects as commissioners adopt religious freedom resolution
Fayette County Commission Chairman Eric Maxwell. Photo/Ben Nelms. A resolution to request that the General Assembly pass a bill “Protecting Religious Freedom” was adopted at the Dec. 13 meeting
DAR members prepare seasonal bundles for hospitalized soldiers
Board members of the Fayette Starr’s Mill Chapter of the DAR recently spent one afternoon packaging seasonal cards into bundles for soldiers in hospitals to have access for writing materials
Fayetteville‘s 26th Annual Tree Lighting was cold but spectacular
Hundreds braved brisk temperatures to attend the Fayetteville Christmas Tree lighting ceremony Dec. 5 at Heritage Park in downtown Fayetteville. The 26th annual ceremony had been rained out Dec. 1
Fayette couple treks 2,190 miles to help Thai villagers
The Casons hiked the Appalachian Trail Maine-to-Georgia to raise funds — Maddie and Trey Cason just completed one giant adventure and are heading straight into another one. The couple returned
Fayette’s Digital Learning Services creates learning lab
With technology at the forefront of today’s society, digital learning plays a major role in educating the 21st century student. To continue its expansion, the Fayette County Public School System’s
Revisiting a Victorian Christmas experience
Volunteer Coordinator Deborah Riddle converses with visitors attending the annual Victorian Open House event held Dec. 1 at the Holliday Dorsey Fife Museum in Fayetteville. Photo/Ben Nelms.
4 new Eagle Scouts complete community projects for schools, church, Peachtree City
Troop 75, sponsored by Peachtree City United Methodist Church, announced that four boys have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout this semester. In doing so, they have contributed and completed projects
World War II battle veteran honored on 100th birthday
It was a special kind of birthday celebration held Dec. 1 at Azalea Estates in Fayetteville. Turning 100 on Dec. 11, World War II veteran Salvatore Bordonaro, Sr., was surrounded
One injured in Hwy. 54 East house fire
A Dec. 6 house fire on Ga. Highway 54 East resulted in the injury of an occupant. Photo/Fayette County Fire and Emergency Services. A Dec. 6 house fire on
Santa arrives in Peachtree City
Rainy weather put a damper on Peachtree City’s Hometown Holiday event this year, but nothing could keep Santa from hearing all the Christmas wishes from the kids inside warm and
Christmas in Tyrone
Above, one of the mainstays of the annual Tyrone Tree Lighting Celebration at Shamrock Park is a horse-drawn carriage. These folks on Dec. 2 were among those to take a
Christmas voices and music of the season in Tyrone
Above, the Our Lady of Victory Chorus delighted the large crowd on hand Dec. 2 at Shamrock Park in Tyrone. Below, the Sandy Creek High School Jazz Band was just
Santa rides fire truck in stylish shades
Two units of the Peachtree City Fire Department served as Santa’s sleigh and reindeer Sunday as they delighted children of all ages in several Peachtree City neighborhoods with a personal
School board agrees to buy 37 acres in PTC for potential school site
Approximately 37 acres owned by Peachtree City United Methodist Church (above) could be purchased by the Fayette County Board of Education as a potential school site. The acreage is
Who is Maya Wright? A ‘Jeopardy’ winner!
Multilingual Maya wins $25,000 prize — This East Coweta High School senior recently parlayed her exceptional intellect into a big payday and a co-starring role in front of a national
Peachtree City police teach 9th-graders disaster response skills
Representatives of the Peachtree City Police Department recently completed the department’s first CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training at an area high school. Headmaster Christi McCully said The Foundry School
Lighting it up in Peachtree City
The Light Up the Night toy drive sponsored by the Peachtree City Police Department its many programs is underway. The first night of the annual fundraiser at the Walmart store
4 arrested in 2 PTC armed robberies
Four men from Peachtree City, Fayetteville and Sharpsburg were charged Nov. 26 in likely connection with two armed robberies that occurred in Peachtree City on Nov. 24 and 25.
Fayette official urges caution to prevent holiday season fires
Fall weather was over before it got off to a good footing. With cooler temperatures comes advice from Fayette County Deputy Fire Chief Tom Bartlett on precautions that should be
26 Fayette teachers nominated for Teacher of Year award
The competition for the 2019 Fayette County Teacher of the Year is underway, with 26 teachers nominated to represent their school. The winner will be announced in April. School system
Remembering the first Thanksgiving
Crossroads Christian School fifth-grade students Hannah Cooke and Katie Ferrell take a moment after their school’s Thanksgiving play Nov. 15. Every student performed in “The First Thanksgiving,” which commemorates the
Usher in the holidays with song
“Christmas with the Southern Crescent Chorale” has become a holiday tradition in the community. It’s a lovely way to begin your holiday season. Joined by the Veterans High School Concert
Jingle Bell Trail race is Dec.1
Make the Jingle Bell Trail Race part of your family’s holiday tradition this year. This event is designed to boost community spirit, promote wellness, and raise money to support our