Fayetteville

FFBC’s Griefshare starts May 4

On May 4, Fayetteville First Baptist Church will begin a new session of GriefShare, a 13-week Bible based program for those who have lost a loved one. The class meets each Tuesday from 6:30-8 p.m. Each class begins with a video followed by group discussion. There is no charge for the class.

The program is open to people of all ages in the community and surrounding areas, whether the loss is recent or in the past.

Those who have lost a spouse, a child, a parent, a sibling, a relative or a close friend are encouraged to join this new session. Read More»

Promise Place to add support group in F’ville

Promise Place Domestic Violence Center Director Vanessa Mottley (L) and counselor Helen Branch recently announced plans for a new domestic violence support group in Fayetteville. Photo/Ben Nelms.

In Fayette County, the Promise Place center approaches the reality of domestic violence in a variety of ways, and to meet community needs the non-profit organization is ready to start up a support group in Fayetteville that will compliment the existing group in Peachtree City. Read More»

Fayetteville balloon proposal nearly deflated

It will not go down in the history of the Fayetteville City Council as the Great Balloon Debate, but the discussion April 15 on the use of balloons to complement outdoor advertising in the Main Street district finally led to an approval after two motions and a tie-breaking vote.

At its essence, the amendment to the sign ordinance allows the temporary use of balloons in certain types of outdoor advertising. Main Street Director Brian Wismer said the intent of the proposal was to respond to a number of requests by Main Street merchants that they be allowed to embellish their display signs. Read More»

Cast your vote in 'My Mother is a Gem' contest

Town Square Jewelers on the Square in Fayetteville is pleased to invite everyone to the store to vote for a winner in the “My Mother is a Gem” contest. Local kindergarten through 5th graders wrote letters explaining why their mother is a gem and deserves to be the recipient of a beautiful amethyst and diamond necklace. The eighteen finalists were chosen and are posted around the store for everyone to read. You are invited to cast a vote for your favorite. Read More»

Cary named ‘Outstanding Woman in American History’ by local DAR chapter

The James Waldrop Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution presented Carolyn Cary with the award for Outstading Women in American History. Phyllis King presented the award to Cary. Photo/Ann Eldredge.

Carolyn Cary was recently announced as the Outstanding Woman in American History by the James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution. Cary has resided in Fayette County since 1966 and has witnessed Fayette County history firsthand. Read More»

Washington Medal Winner

Susan Sloan was awarded the Martha Washington Medal for her continued support and service to the Marquis de Lafayette Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, Fayetteville. She is a member of the James Waldrop Daughters of the American Revolution, Fayetteville. Shown with Sloan is J. Michael Thomme Sr., Lafayette chapter information officer. Photo/Special

Carl Hubert Greenway, 88, of Fayetteville

Carl Hubert Greenway, 88, of Fayetteville, died April 18, 2010.

He was a member of Harps Crossing Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Frances Greenway and a brother Horace Greenway.

He is survived by his son Mike and Shirley Greenway of Fayetteville; grandchildren Chad Greenway, Ricky and Tiffany Greenway, and April and Shaun Brooks; great-grandchild Jake Greenway; sisters Nina and Carl Maxey and Jane and Bob Krebs; and nieces and nephews. Read More»

Mr. James L. Moye, 68, of Fayetteville

Mr. James L. Moye, 68, of Fayetteville, died April 16, 2010.

Mr. Moye proudly served in the U.S. Navy.

He is survived by his wife Carol Moye of Fayetteville; two sons James “Tony” & Keri Moye of Fayetteville and Michael Tracy & Denise Moye of Newnan; five grandchildren: Bobbie, Dalton, and Garrett Moye, Rachael and Logan Cannella. Read More»

Geraldine Juanita Gamble, age 68, of Fayetteville

Geraldine Juanita Gamble, age 68, of Fayetteville, died Thursday, April 15, 2010.

Mrs. Gamble was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest L. and Mollie L. Whitfield. Read More»

3 in Fayette appointed to state advisory boards

Three prominent Fayette County residents have been appointed to different statewide advisory boards by Gov. Sonny Perdue.

County Commission Chairman Jack Smith was named to the Board of the Georgia Leadership Academy; Development Authority Chairman Randy Hayes was named to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Warm Springs Memorial Advisory Committee; and Fayette County Election Board Chairwoman and real estate appraiser Marilyn Watts was named to the Georgia Real Estate Appraisers Board.

All three have been extensively active in the community: Read More»

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