Folden-Handley recognized for leadership
Dr. Cathy Folden-Handley, the newly-retired athletic director from Sandy Creek High, has been announced as one of the nominees for The Leadership Playbook 2022-2023 Administrator of the Year. The award […]
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Starr’s Mill Graduate, Civil Air Patrol Cadet Parker Hill Promoted and Honored
On Saturday, June 17, preceding his entry to Army basic training, Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Cadet Second Lieutenant Parker Hill was promoted to Flight Officer and honored for his achievements
McIntosh students win in Juneteenth Poetry Contest
A trio of Chiefs shared their craft in the Juneteenth Youth Poetry Contest hosted by the Fayette County Historical Society. McIntosh High students claimed the top three spots. Emily Chen
Fayette Student Repeats National Math Win
The Actuarial Foundation announced winners of this year’s, “The Hardest Math Problem Student Contest,” and Andrew Cooke from Crossroads Christian School in Tyrone placed second nationally among eight grade students.
The system I use for Getting Things Done (GTD)
Keeping up with everything I need to do is a never-ending struggle, and I’m sure I’m not alone in this regard. There’s no doubt that technology has improved the tools
Yamaha Employees’ Demo Day: A Weekend Filled with Kando
SPONSORED FEATURE Yamaha treated 363 of its own team members to a truly unforgettable experience over a single weekend. Because of their outstanding performance within the company, these employees embarked
Deputies arrest suspect in 2 church burglaries
Over the weekend, a man was arrested for allegedly burglarizing two churches after being caught trying to cash in on some of the stolen items, according to Fayette County Sheriff
Peachtree City Council seeks 12% spending increase in 2024 budget
While the Peachtree City government plans no tax rate increase for Fiscal Year 2024, it does plan to spend 12% more of your local property taxes. That’s because the taxable
Woman, 18, flashes knife in spat with parents, assaults paramedic, kicks through cage in deputy’s vehicle
A domestic dispute in Fayetteville resulted in a young adult facing charges for fighting family members, police officers and other emergency personnel. According to a spokesman with the Fayette County
Fayetteville Data Center — we need answers
A recent Citizen column described the Fayetteville City Council meeting regarding the construction of the Fayette County QTS data center. Located near Trilith, this project removes 615 acres of forest,
Area resident sets 1,000-ride milestone at Fayetteville roller coaster
James Fordham, of Fairburn, Ga., has ridden Fayetteville’s ArieForce One roller coaster 1,000 times during its first three months of operation. Since its March grand opening, ArieForce One, the newest
Wildcats place in Spanish composition contest
A pair of Wildcats, one from high school and one from middle school, ranked high in the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese Georgia Chapter (AATSP-GA) Composition Contest.
Opening Soon in The Avenue: Tavern, Spa, and Korean BBQ
The Avenue Peachtree City, an outdoor lifestyle shopping center, has announced it is adding three new tenants to its mix of retailers, service providers and restaurants. HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern, Woodhouse
Commissioner Tim Echols’ 13th annual Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow comes to Peachtree City
The 13th annual Clean Energy Roadshow rolls into Peachtree City on Wednesday, June 28 with Public Service Commission Vice Chairman Tim Echols and a list of speakers promoting the benefits of alternative fuel
School system awarded GaDOE grants
The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) is awarding a third series of Opportunity Grants to help districts expand options and opportunities for their students, and Fayette County Public Schools will
Sandy Creek honors top seniors
Sandy Creek High capped off a great school year with a trio of top awards on Senior Honors Night. Geimere Latimer is the winner of the Superintendent’s Award. The Superintendent’s
2 adults arrested on drug, alcohol charges, 2 children returned to family
Two adults are in custody facing multiple charges after a traffic stop in Peachtree City during which they were traveling with small children and plenty of illegal products. According to
Mowell Funeral Home and Cremation Service partners with Shark Tank-featured company
Mowell helps Parting Stone pioneer a new form of human remains — Mowell Funeral Home and Cremation Service has partnered with Parting Stone, a Santa Fe, New Mexico-based start-up that
CORRECTION: story focused on wrong boardwalk — Council was talking about Flat Creek Nature Area Boardwalk
CORRECTION — A correct headline should have said, “Peachtree City Council eyes repair of Flat Creek Nature Area boardwalk.” An earlier story in The Citizen was wrong about which boardwalk was
Starr’s Mill seeks sponsors for Hall of Fame launch
The Panthers need your help launching their new Hall of Fame with a sponsorship drive. The Starr’s Mill High School Hall of Fame will be the location to honor not
Booth, McIntosh students compete at Invention Convention
The was a bit of Peachtree City flair as local students competed at the US Nationals 2023 Invention Convention at the Henry Ford Museum in Michigan. J.C. Booth Middle’s Lara
Booth Middle chorus performs at Braves game
The J.C. Booth Middle chorus singing the National Anthem for the Atlanta Braves is a winning combination. On June 8, the Warriors warmed up the crowd as the Braves faced
The joy of watching turtles: lessons for leadership and life
In a fast-paced, competitive world, many people seem to be drawn towards sources of short-term media success that are mean-spirited, self-indulgent, or aggressive. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve become more
Fayetteville approves development agreement for 612-acre QTS Data Center on Hwy. 54 West
After last week’s vote, the huge mid-county data center construction project faces no roadblocks from the Fayetteville City Council. The council on June 15 unanimously voted “to adopt the Development
OPINION: Who knew? $10 million in unfunded maintenance needs suddenly appears
My subject for this week’s opinion column completely changed when rumors began wafting around about there was over $10 million of unfunded infrastructure maintenance that was held in secret during
2023 Fayette County Amateur (ham) Radio Field Day to be held on June 24-25 in Brooks
Ham radio operators from the Fayette County Amateur Radio Club will be participating in a national amateur (ham) radio exercise from 2pm on Saturday until 2pm on Sunday, June 24
Shoplifting suspect works her way through 4 stores before arrest
Some interesting activity in Peachtree City’s retail corridors this week is reflected in various police reports. An officer responded June 13 just after 7 a.m. to the Walmart on W.
Fayetteville police activity: Pointing pistol, stalking, multiple drug charges, Harbor Club Lane burglary
A Fayetteville man is in jail after allegedly threatening someone with a semi-automatic pistol. According to police reports, the incident occurred the afternoon of June 12 at a commercial facility
Fayette Virtual Academy provides flexible way to learn
Fayette County Public Schools offers a flexible way for students to learn through its Fayette Virtual Academy (FVA). A virtual information session will be held on July 19 at 7
Peachtree City announces Fiscal Year 2024 budget hearings
The City of Peachtree City announces that staff will be submitting the proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 budget to City Council for review and discussion. The budget workshop meeting is
Peachtree City native supports a 123-year tradition of service under the sea
By Megan Brown Navy Office of Community Outreach KINGS BAY, Ga. — Submariners make up only 10 percent of the U.S. Navy’s personnel, but they play a critical role in
Secretary of State Raffensperger visits Fayette County Elections Office
Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger visited the Fayette County Elections and Voter Registration Office on June 14. Raffensperger spoke to an audience of Elections and Voter Registration staff as well
Starr’s Mill’s Dahn awarded Merit Scholarship
Starr’s Mill High student Nathanael M. Dahn has been awarded a College-sponsored Merit Scholarship. Dahn was awarded a National Merit University of Tulsa Scholarship. Dahn’s probable career field is finance.
Soule places 2nd in Juneteenth poetry contest
McIntosh High student Luke Soule placed second in the Juneteenth Youth Poetry Contest hosted by the Fayette County Historical Society. This year’s theme was “Hope for a brighter tomorrow.” The