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PTC’s McDowell named American Legion Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

PTC’s McDowell named American Legion Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

Peachtree City Police Officer James P. McDowell (L) is presented a plaque for Law Enforcement Officer of the Year from the American Legion Department of Georgia. Officer McDowell was “the Cream of the Crop” of all American Legion law enforcement entries in the entire state of Georgia for 2012. Post 50 Commander Arnie Geiger presents the award to Officer McDowell. Photo/Liz Geiger.

Soldier from PTC among honorees at recent Braves game

Soldier from PTC among honorees at recent Braves game

On Sunday, July 1, the Atlanta Braves hosted a Tribute to the Troops event. Peachtree City native Levi Villars, 22, was among the group of soldiers who attended the event. He and his family were guests in Fox Sports South’s VIP Suite during the Braves vs. Nationals game. More than 150 troops received a heroes’ welcome on the red carpet leading from Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. through the Turner Field Main Gates, when they arrive at Turner Field, cheered on by fans, Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, the Braves Tomahawk Team and the Heavy Hitters Drumline. Photo/Special.

Lots of work goes into the July 4 parade

The Girl Scouts wave from their Grand Marshal's Award-winning float. See complete information in the accompanying story. Photo/Amy Vassey.

Signature PTC event highlight of year for many spectators

As the annual kickoff to the July 4th celebration in Peachtree City, the parade is a production like none other in the area.

There were plenty of sights, and even some sounds, in this year’s parade, along with plenty of golf carts. Among the carts was a rather large entry by the New Neighbors League of Peachtree City, whose double-decker “bus” won recognition as one of the best golf-cart entries. The creation was so large that some spectators wondered if there was a golf cart inside.
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Copper waste cleanup ordered at defunct Photocircuits plant

Exterior view of the old Photocircuits building. Photo/Maggie Zerkus.

The new owners of the former Photocircuits manufacturing facility in Peachtree City’s industrial park have been required to take corrective measures after contamination from the building has been detected off-site as the building is being demolished.

A sample of a nearby stormwater junction box showed the presence of higher than allowed concentrations of copper, according to a violation notice the city sent to new property owners Tim and Elaine Powers.

In trace amounts, copper is an essential nutrient, but in larger amounts the element can be toxic. Read More»

Beating the heat with water wars

Beating the heat with water wars

Participants at the Camp McIntosh day camp in Peachtree City found a great way to beat the summer heat last week, as a camp counselor doused them with leftover water from the just-concluded “water wars” event. Campers used the water to load waterguns they brought to camp for the special event, and some 400 water balloons also were deployed during the campaign. Camp McIntosh is offered each summer by the Peachtree City Recreation Department. Below is the ful-size photo to get the full, cool effect. Photo/John Munford.

 

 

 

 

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‘When in the Course of human events . . .’

‘When in the Course of human events . . .’

Led by the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL), local Boy Scouts and citizens gathered in front of the Fayette County Courthouse Tuesday morning to read the Declaration of Independence. It concludes with the famous line, “And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.” Fifty-six signatures followed, 236 years ago this week. Photo/Michael Boylan.

Coweta one step closer to Poplar Rd. interchange

It was a small step along the way, but Coweta County commissioners June 19 amended the agreement with consultant firm CHA to include the scope of services for the preliminary design phase for the planned interchange at Interstate 85 and Poplar Road.

County Administrator Theron Gay said the current agreement with CHA covered the planning and design necessary to obtain state and federal approval. The amendment would add the scope of services for the preliminary design phase work to the existing agreement, Gay said. Read More»

Community Welcome House: a refuge from violence

It is a mission of love and compassion as strong as any you might find. And for the abused and abandoned women and children who find a temporary home at the Community Welcome House in Coweta County, it is a refuge from the catastrophic storms of domestic violence and abuse. And it is a place to establish a foundation for healing and for future growth.

Community Welcome House encompasses a multi-dimensional set of programs designed to serve women and children who are the victims of domestic violence. Read More»

Newnan Fire Dept. says celebrate July 4 safely

Newnan Fire Department is recommending that citizens use a common sense approach when celebrating the July 4 holiday.

Newnan Public Information Officer Gina Snider said using consumer fireworks on our nation’s birthday is as traditional as  cookouts and parades. And it is equally safe if a few common sense rules are followed. Read More»

Peachtree City in running for Reader’s Digest ‘Most Interesting Town’ contest

Peachtree City currently holds down the number two spot in the Reader’s Digest “Most Interesting Towns” in America contest.

What makes Peachtree City interesting? According to the magazine’s website, “Peachtree City, Ga., is home to almost 10,000 golf carts according to resident Betsy T., that zip around 90 miles of paths in place of cars. On holidays like Memorial Day and the Fourth of July, hundreds of residents decorate the carts instead of traditional floats for the town parade.” Read More»