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Starr’s Mill graduate making a name with sci-fi mystery

Starr’s Mill graduate making a name with sci-fi mystery

In a dark, future Atlanta, a disgraced telepath must stop a serial killer who murders with the mind. That is the plot behind Alex Hughes’ first novel, “Clean,” published this fall by Penguin Publishing. The sequel, “Sharp,” comes out this April with an e-novella that bridges the two books, hitting the web this March. The books are what Hughes calls Mindspace Investigations novels and fans of all types of genres are calling the series a hit.

“It appeals to mystery readers and fans of urban fantasy,” Hughes said, adding, “If you like cop shows, you’ll like my book.” Read More»

Enjoying a ‘Winter Wonderland’

Enjoying a ‘Winter Wonderland’

The Freeman Sasser building in Senoia was packed Feb. 1 when students of the Coweta Charter Academy were joined by their parents for the school’s first Winter Wonderland Ball. The highlight of the evening came when moms danced with their sons and dads danced with their daughters. Photo/Ben Nelms.

Great catch for McIntosh grad

Great catch for McIntosh grad

McIntosh graduate Dawson Lenz is continuing to excel in bass fishing in college. He and teammate Ethan Horne did well enough in the Basmaster College Series Southern Regional to qualify for the national championship tournament this summer. Their haul was 23 pounds and 10 ounces over the two day tournament and their one day haul of 13 pounds and two ounces was enough to beat the University of Florida’s team in a tiebreaker. Photo/Special.

The voice of the turtle

The voice of the turtle

Retired biologist Dennis Chase addresses a crowd of interested youngsters and their families about turtles at Peachtree City Library’s “Terrific Turtles Two: Fayette’s Freshwater Turtles” last Saturday morning. Chase, Harold Wahlquist, formerly of U.S. Fish and Wildlife, and Connie Haynes, a wildlife rehabilitator, discussed wildlife and water quality, turtle death traps, captive care of turtles, and turtle die-offs. Photo/Michael Boylan.

Ways to celebrate Valentine's Day this weekend and next

Valentine’s Day is a week from tomorrow but some people will celebrate with their special someones this weekend. Whether you are interested in dinner, dancing or a show, there is something for you. Read More»

Plenty of options on the menu at several great Fayette restaurants

Head to Lagniappe Deauxnuts for a little something extra. Photo/Judy Ward.

What are you in the mood for? Breakfast? Lunch? Something spicy? Some down home cooking? Something a little more international? Whatever your current craving may be, there is a spot sure to satisfy you somewhere in Fayette County. In fact, some of the best spots are only a hop, skip and a jump away from each other.

Fayetteville boasts two of the county’s best gems in City Cafe and Bakery and Lagniappe Deauxnuts. The two eateries are less than a mile away from each other and their menus are wildly different. Read More»

The Carnegie and Newnan Coweta Art Association rotate art for the spring

The Carnegie and the Newnan Coweta Art Association have partnered up to present a variety of art. The Newnan Coweta Art Association has rotating exhibits in the Carnegie. There is an art gallery on the second level. A reception with the artists will be held on Tuesday, February 26 from 2:30 – 4 p.m. The public is invited to meet the artists and stroll and look at the art. Read More»

New year, new lease on life

Fairburn resident discusses CTCA and healthy living

Roderick Echols of Fairburn was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer in June of last year. When CTCA at Southeastern Regional Medical Center opened its doors in Newnan on August 15, 2012, he was one of the first patients at the facility. Things have gone well for Echols since he began his treatment and he has nothing but positive things to say about CTCA and the care he received there. Read More»

The cards are in his favor

Gabe Cherniske at one of the many tables during a recent tournament. Photo/Special.

Booth student has high hopes for chances in big Pokémon tournaments

Gabe Cherniske, 14, plays cards and he plays to win. One might think that it isn’t appropriate for an eighth grader (Cherniske goes to J.C. Booth Middle School) to play cards competitively, but rest easy, the game he plays is Pokémon.

“I’ve been playing for quite awhile, since elementary school,” Cherniske said. “The tournaments came later.” Read More»

Art With Heart returns this weekend

Artists from Fayette, Coweta, and other South Metro counties are teaming up to share their culinary and artistic talents this weekend. Over 25 award-winning and multi-talented artists and crafters will be selling original, one-of-a-kind stained glass, paintings, pottery, fabric art, and more at St. Andrews in the Pines Episcopal Church, Peachtree City.  Read More»