Peachtree City

D'Imension 74 opens in Peachtree City

In the front row, from left, are Kari Upchurch and Jackie Allen. In the back row are Sara DeLuca, Robin Dumas, Jeannie Bovee and Donna Pressel. Not pictured is Laureen Moniz.Photo/Special.

It is with great pleasure that Donna Pressel opens D’imension 74 in Peachtree City.

Donna who was trained in New York and was formerly with Anthony Michaels has opened D’74 along with Kari Upchurch, Sara DeLuca, Robin Dumas, Jeannie Bovee, Laureen Moniz and Jackie Allen. After Anthony Michaels closed, Donna and the other stylists didn’t miss a beat as they were able to find a great temporary salon, but now they have found their home all together. Read More»

Take the smart approach for SAT/ACT test prep

Today, it is almost necessary for college-bound students to arm themselves with ample preparation time and specialized instruction before attempting to take the SAT or ACT.  With the flurry of new and unusual preparation methods stepping in and out of the market, it becomes challenging to understand the value of each method and decide on the best one to invest in. Read More»

Q&A with Anytime Fitness

Question: The fitness magazines always seem to focus on recovering nutritionally after a workout. This makes sense, so what should I be taking-in to optimally recover? Read More»

PTC Kiwanis recognizes McIntosh students

Pictured from the left are Terry Wheeler - Kiwanis President, Chris Petridis, Aarun Aslam, Dave Thomas - McIntosh faculty advisor and Pam Dufresne - Kiwanis Program Coordinator.

Two McIntosh High School seniors were recently recognized as Technical Career Students of the Month by the Kiwanis Club of Peachtree City. Faculty members recommend students for the honor based on their exceptional classroom performance. Family members were also present for the award presentations at a special breakfast meeting. Read More»

BarlowGirl tonight in PTC

BarlowGirl tonight in PTC

On the heels of their long anticipated tour, BarlowGirl is back in Peachtree City for one night only.  
 
104.7 The Fish presents “The Love and War Tour starring BarlowGirl with special guests Stellar Kart and Vota.”  tonight at the Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater. Doors open at 6 p.m., concert starts at 6:30 p.m.. This will be their only tour date in the Atlanta area.
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PTC firm wins national architecture award

Historical Concepts, based in Peachtree City, has been named the winner of the Arthur Ross Award, one of the top architecture awards in the country. Read More»

Mrs. Alberta Shelby Ingram, age 91, of Peachtree City

Mrs. Alberta Shelby Ingram, age 91, of Peachtree City, GA passed away March 16, 2010.

She was a member of Peachtree City United Methodist Church where she was an active member of the Ruth Circle. Ms. Ingram was a homemaker and enjoyed Duplicate Bridge, playing in tournaments as far away as China where she became a Silver Master. Read More»

Rebecca (Becky) Hilliard Carl, 82, of Peachtree City

Rebecca (Becky) Hilliard Carl, 82, of Peachtree City, passed away March 14, 2010 from complications following a stroke suffered over the summer.

Becky was born on August 30, 1927 in Memphis, TN, daughter of D. Moss and Iris Wilson Hilliard, both natives of Obion, TN and life-long Memphis educators. In 1946, she married Ralph L. Carl and moved to his home state of New York. After 40 years spent mostly in Corning, NY they retired and moved to Peachtree City, GA. Read More»

James “Jimmy” Edgar Cox, 70, of Peachtree City

James “Jimmy” Edgar Cox, 70, of Peachtree City, GA died March 18, 2010.

Mr. Cox was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.

Mr. Cox is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Pat Cox of Peachtree City, GA; daughters Angela Mendola & husband Joe of Peachtree City, GA and Cindy Cox Ott of Peachtree City, GA; grandchildren Brandon Jasper Ott & Ariana Justin Mendola of Peachtree City, GA; brothers & sisters Donald Cox, Harold Cox & wife Sandra, Larry Jameson Cox, Kathy Lillard, Janet Tyler & husband Dan, Jeff Cox , Danny Cox & wife Lori; also nieces and nephews. Read More»

CERT motorcycle ride fundraiser March 27

CERT motorcycle ride fundraiser March 27

Now that spring has sprung, motorcycle enthusiasts have another good reason to hit the road: a March 27 fundraiser to benefit the Peachtree City Community Emergency Response Team.

The ride will start at 10 a.m. at Cooper Lighting off Ga. Highway 74 south, going through Senoia and to Warm Springs for a brief stop. Then the ride will continue to Newnan where it will end at the Great South Harley Davidson for lunch, music and fun. Read More»