Fayette County

MHS & anthem: Critic should apologize

With regard to the ongoing “spirited” discussion centering around the national anthem as performed at the McIntosh/Starr’s Mill basketball game on Feb. 2, 2010, I was intrigued with the recent comments offered by Glen Allen.

It seems Mr. Allen is in a position to recommend the removal of the president of the McIntosh High School Parent/Teacher/Student Organization for offering her opinion on this subject while also bashing the parenting skills of other letter writers (including their parents) who don’t happen to agree with him on this matter. He refers to them as “The Defenders.” Read More»

Dogwood Forest of Fayetteville brings Alzheimer’s awareness to Capitol

Dogwood Forest of Fayetteville joined over 200 advocates and Governor Sonny Purdue at the State Capitol on Monday, Feb. 8 to bring awareness to the impact of Alzheimer’s disease.

Advocates, wearing purple shirts with the word “VOICE in big bold lettering, stood on the steps of the Capitol, sparking the curiosity of on- looking legislators. Supporters tolled a bell every 70 seconds to represent the number of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Read More»

‘March for Meals’ to benefit Fayette’s Meals on Wheels

Fayette Senior Services will host its second annual “March for Meals,” a 1 Mile/5K Fun Walk/Run on Saturday, March 20 to benefit Fayette’s Meals On Wheels program.

This year the race will begin and end at Fayette Senior Services Center, 4 Center Drive in Fayetteville, across from the Fayette County Justice Center. This event is held in conjunction with the Meals on Wheels Association of America’s national “March for Meals” campaign to raise awareness for senior hunger. Read More»

Annual FCHS Hall of Fame dinner Saturday

The Fayette County High School Hall of Fame Committee has selected its induction class of 2010. The members of this year’s induction class include six athletes/coaches and three distinguished alumni. Read More»

Jewelry show in PTC March 13

The Peachtree City Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce its first ever jewelry show. Join us on Saturday, March 13 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Kedron Fieldhouse and Aquatic Center. Read More»

Twilight Theatre presents 'Steel Magnolias'

The cast of Twilight Theatre's production of 'Steel Magnolias.' Photo/Wendy Darling.

Twilight Theatre will present “Steel Magnolias,” at the Fayette Family YMCA on Huiet Rd., Friday-Sunday, March 5-7. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m., Friday, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.thetwilighttheatre.com for more information.In the back row are Julia McClure, Sara Nelmes and Bailee Hull. In the front row are Anna Kate Spears, Carolyn Balkovetz, Aarin Palomares, Nora Wilfong, Marissa Shenkle, Grace Nelmes, Leah Larson. Photo/Wendy Darling.

Miss Stella at Fayette County Library this Saturday

Local author and retired Fayette County teacher Stella Cooper Mitchell returns to center stage at the Fayette County Public Library in Fayetteville on Saturday, Mar. 6 at 1 p.m., to read from her hilarious new book, “Normal.” The reading is free and open to the public. The audience will have an opportunity to ask questions and enjoy complimentary light refreshments. The author will sign copies of the book, which will be on sale at the event. Read More»

Scouting for food

Boy Scout Troop 118 from Brooks

Boy Scout Troop 118 from Brooks scouting for food on Saturday, Feb. 13. They forged through the snow and had a successful day. Photo/Special.
 

Water main break south of PTC is fixed

Broken water main in Peachtree City geysers road crews widening Hwy. 74S. Photo/Jack Rutledge.

A water main break just outside of Peachtree City Monday afternoon caused water service to be lost temporarily for an undetermined number of homes in the area, officials said.

The break was caused by contractors working on land preparation activities for the widening of Ga. Highway 74 S. The water main break occurred near Redwine Road and sent water shooting high in the air, giving the appearance of a geyser.

The break was repaired by crews with the Fayette County Water System, according to Water System Director Tony Parrott. Read More»

100 percent of science projects place at regional fair, advance to state fair

All of Fayette’s middle and high school science students who advanced to the Griffin RESA Regional Science and Engineering Fair earned placements and two of their projects were selected to compete in the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair.

A total of 17 out of 23 projects that were selected for the regional fair brought home first place honors. The first place winners are eligible to attend the State Science and Engineering Fair March 31-April 2 at the University of Georgia. Read More»