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Rook-Humble Engagement

Allison Lynn Rook enaged to Timothy Lee Humble

Mr. and Mrs. James Hardy Rook of Fayetteville announce the engagement of their daughter, Allison Lynn, to Timothy Lee Humble, son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Lee Humble, also of Fayetteville.

The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Mrs. Linnie Koontz Coppley and John Clifford Coppley of Spencer, N.C., and Mrs. Iris Hardy Rook of Senoia, and the late Barney Bagley Rook. She is a graduate of Landmark Christian High School and Atlanta Christian College. She is head teller at United Community Bank in Tyrone. Read More»

Haskell-Hansen Engagement

Alexandra “Allie” Haskell engaged to Nicholas B. Hansen

Dr. Joyce Haskell and Alexander C. Haskell III of North Augusta, S.C., announce the engagement of their daughter, Alexandra “Allie” Haskell, to Nicholas B. Hansen, son of Jeffery and Katherine Hansen of Peachtree City.

The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alexander C. Haskell Jr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew T. Fehl. She is a graduate of New York University-Tisch School of the Arts where she earned a bachelor’s degree in drama- costume design. She is currently employed as a nanny in Charlotte, N.C. Read More»

Local Toastmasters earn awards

Two Fayetteville residents were presented awards at the May 7 Georgia Toastmasters Conference in Savannah. J.D. Dirkschneider received the Triple Crown trophy for earning three educational awards since July 1. Terrance Lawrence was named Georgia Area Governor of the Year. Dirkschneider is President of High Noon Toastmasters and Lawrence is Immediate Past President. The club meets at Noon on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at the LaFayette Education Center. Toastmasters International is tdevoted to improving speaking and leadership skills. From left are J.D. Read More»

Local paramedic excels at Fort Benning

Specialist Edward Sherwood. Photo/Special.

On April 30, 2010, Specialist Edward Sherwood graduated from One Station Unit Training as the “Soldier of the Cycle” of Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 19th Infantry of the 198th Infantry Training Brigade at Fort Benning, Georgia.

The graduation ceremony was held at the new parade field adjacent to the recently opened National Infantry Museum which includes soil from US Army battlefields from all over the world. Read More»

New Neighbors new officers

The Peachtree City Chapter of New Neighbors League Club (NNLC) recently installed the officers of their summer/fall board. From left are Shirley Jensen, President; Sheila Ostrofsky, First Vice President; Susan Johnson, Second Vice President; Carlyn Nankervis, Secretary; Kathy Burnett, Treasurer. NNLC’s purpose is to help residence new to the area to meet and make friends by offering a wide range of activities. NNLC numbers over 220 members who are able to offer support, guidance, and friendship to newcomers who are adjusting to new surroundings. Read More»

Mrs. Linda Cranford Harrison, 71, of Brooks

Mrs. Linda Cranford Harrison, 71, of Brooks and formerly of Jonesboro, died May 15, 2010.

She was born and raised on a farm in Arab, AL to the late Gurtice and Arah Cranford. She moved to Jonesboro, GA after her marriage to John M. Harrison. She enjoyed fishing, cooking, and caring for others. Her greatest joy came from her three grandchildren and her extended family. Read More»

Jeffrey Monroe Kimbro, 24, of Peachtree City

Jeffrey Monroe Kimbro passed away on May 3, 2010 at the age of 24.

He was born February 24, 1986 in Fontana, CA to Tony and Pam Kimbro.

Jeff attended Peachtree City schools and graduated from Starr's Mill High School in 2004. Growing up, he attended Carriage Lane Presbyterian Church and was active in the youth group. He went on two mission trips while in high school to Peru. He worked at Chick-fil-A for 2 1/2 years before attending Georgia State University upon graduation. Read More»

Naomi Jackson Daniel, 79, Peachtree City

Naomi Jackson Daniel met her Lord and Savior on May 10, 2010 at her daughter’s home, completely surrounded with love from her God and her family. She was also in the presence of thirty-six collectable angels at her bedside from her family, friends, and caregivers to comfort her with the reminder of the Lord’s promise to give angels charge over his children and keep them in all their ways. Read More»

Franklin “Frank” Wood Sr., 73, of Fayetteville

Franklin “Frank” Wood Sr., 73, of Fayetteville passed away May 10, 2010.

Mr. Wood had served his country in the U.S. Army. Mr. Wood is survived by his wife of 44 years Jackie Wood; son Frank Wood Jr. of Newnan; son and daughter-in-law David & Melissa Wood of Senoia; grandson Wyatt Wood; brother J.W. Wood; sister Carolyn Naylor; and also nieces and nephews. Read More»

Mikell Dewitt Carter, 61, of Fayette County

Mikell Dewitt Carter, 61, of Fayette County, died May 5, 2010.

He was a member of the Bolton Masonic Lodge #416 and Fayetteville Masonic Lodge #711. Read More»

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