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Red Cross schedules blood drive Feb. 9 at 1279 Building

A blood drive for the American Red Cross will be held Feb. 9 at Piedmont Hospital’s 1279 Building from noon to 5 p.m.

Every day in Fayette County, someone needs a blood transfusion, but the need for blood far exceeds donations, hospital officials said.

Blood is needed every two seconds nationwide for emergency medical situations and is often needed for the treatment of accident victims, cancer patients, hemophiliacs and surgery patients.

All blood types are needed, but type O negative donors can make the difference between an adequate blood supply and a shortage. Read More»

I would chat but I’m busy

Genna Rinkenberger of Peachtree City enjoys the pancakes at the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast at McIntosh High School last Saturday. Photo/Michael Boylan.

Give me a paw!

Kids enjoyed greeting Flapjack the Raccoon at the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast last Saturday at McIntosh High School in Peachtree City. Photo/Michael Boylan.

Two things are certain: Life’s troubles and God’s faithfulness

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A lady with a pain in her side went to see a physician. He told her she had appendicitis and must have an operation immediately.

She decided to get a second opinion and went to see another doctor. He told her she had gall bladder trouble and must have an operation immediately.

A friend asked her, “Where do you go from here?”

She answered, “Back to the first doctor. I’d rather have appendicitis.” Read More»

Hebels’ ‘Forgiving Forward’ seminar held in Sharpsburg

Bruce & Toni Hebel

On Saturday, Jan. 21st, the Division of Diocesan Ministry Development for the Diocese of the Mid-South of the Charismatic Episcopal Church, under the direction of Dr. Judy Massey of Peachtree City, hosted a “Forgiving Forward” seminar at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Sharpsburg. The event was attended by more than 60 people and clergy from a number of churches from around the diocese. Read More»

St. Andrew’s ‘Art With a Heart’ this weekend will benefit Christian City’s Children’s Village

The “Art With a Heart” Fine Arts and Crafts Show benefitting The Children’s Village at Christian City is planned for Friday and Saturday, Feb. 3 and 4, at St. Andrews in the Pines Episcopal Church in Peachtree City. The event is sponsored by FAACE (Fine Arts And Crafts Entrepreneurs).

The opening reception will be held Friday, Feb. 3, from 6-9 p.m. The art show will be held the following day, Saturday, Feb. 4, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., and will feature original fine arts and crafts, paintings, pottery, fiber art, jewelry, ornaments, stained glass, wall hangings and more. Read More»

Warriors Motorcycle Club forms at Christ the King

Members L-R), John Epps, Sharpsburg, road captain; Gary Cramer, Newnan, sergeant-at-arms; Jason Epps, Senoia, president; John Jenkins, Sharpsburg. Back Row (L-R) Dawn McCook, Newnan; Steve McCook, Newnan, secretary and webmaster; Ellen Cramer, Newnan; Jessica Epps, Senoia; Gerhard Bar, Carrollton, treasurer; Bonnie Bar,Carrollton; and David Epps, Sharpsburg, vice-president; Dawn McCook was appointed club photographer.

The Warriors Motorcycle Club has been formed at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Sharpsburg. The club was formed to give church members and other Christians the opportunity to ride and fellowship.

The first activity of the group was to visit Bishop John Holloway and his family in Griffin.

The first official organizational meeting was held at a local restaurant and officers were elected. In order to be a full member, a person must own and ride a motorcycle. Non-owners who ride may be associate members. A committee is being formed to work on the club’s by-laws. Read More»

PTC Christian to offer family movie

Peachtree City Christian Church will show “7 Days in Utopia” (G) on Feb.10 at 6:30 p.m. for the cost of $1 per person. There is also childcare available at the church (pizza, games and fun included) for a cost of $20 per family with three or more children; $15 per family with two children; and only $7 per family with one child. All proceeds for the childcare goes to support Joshua’s Gift, a ministry to feed needy children in the area. Popcorn and drinks will be available for a nominal charge as well. Read More»

Deliverance Seminar set for Feb. 22-25 at Coweta Comm. church

Coweta Community Church on Millard Farmer Industrial Blvd. (Ga. Highway 34 Bypass) will have a Deliverance Seminar Wednesday through Saturday, Feb. 22-25.

The Wednesday session will be held from 5:45 to 9:30 p.m.

Thursday through Saturday sessions will be from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m.

There is no charge but a love offering will be received. Lunch and snacks will be served daily. No childcare will be provided.

First time attendees will be required to attend all classes. Read More»

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