If you haven't gotten a notice stating that your home's value has increased, you're one of the lucky few.

Neighbors dubious about 454-home annexation proposed for west F'ville

Developer Bob Rolader is meeting this week with residents next to the site of his proposed Deer Pointe development to address concerns that could hamper his efforts to have the property annexed into Fayetteville.

County wants more info on Hwy. 54 annexation

Fayette County's government needs more information before commenting on the city of Fayetteville's proposed annexation of 873 acres at Ga. Highway 54 and Lester Road

Water- Everybody's talking about how dry it is...

City: Median watering meets drought restrictions

The city of Fayetteville is preserving a large taxpayer investment by watering the medians on Ga. Highway 85, according to City Manager Joe Morton.

EPD: Water quality in White Water Creek is OK

Water quality in Whitewater Creek probably hasn't suffered in the current drought, says a state environmental official.

16 water users meter over 1 million gallons a month

Photocircuits Atlanta Inc. in Peachtree City is by far the largest water user in Fayette County, according to an analysis of the June water bills sent out by the Fayette County Water System.

Counties pushing for Internet taxation

Fayette County commissioners are tentatively in favor of taxing Internet business, so far.

PTC planners oppose impact fees for industry

The idea of charging impact fees on new industries to help fund the new Fayette County jail does not sit well with the Peachtree City Planning Commission.

County moves forward with latest mapping technology

Fayette County took another step into the 21st Century last week, with plans for similar steps over the next five years.

EMS crews get high praise from clients

Residents of Fayette County seem to be thrilled with the service they're receiving from emergency medical crews.

Rap star denied appeal for missing jury duty

Record producer turned rapper Jermaine Dupri's chances to avoid a three-day jail sentence for skipping jury duty are getting slimmer.

Ministry still seeks solution to septic woes

Fayette County Health Department officials are continuing to work with Chariots of Fire Ministries in hopes of solving the organization's septic tank problems, environmental health director Rick Fehr said this week.

Band preparations heating up

Training for the Summer Olympics is no easy feat.

Fayetteville OKs $7 million budget, expects millage drop

The Fayetteville City Council Monday night approved a budget of just over $7 million, and officials are predicting a slight millage decrease as a result of the ever-growing tax digest.

Going the distance

Twenty-eight jubilant students received their high school diplomas Tuesday morning after finishing summer school at Starr's Mill High.

Tyrone Council to discuss impact fees

Tyrone officials are expected to discuss Fayette County's request for an impact fee Thursday night, but don't look for a resolution any time soon.

Police Blotter

Collins pushing for end to 'marriage tax penalty'

Fayette County's representative in the U.S. Congress is pushing for Senate and presidential approval of a House bill that proponents claim will equalize the tax treatment of married and unmarried Americans.

Water Tips

To help combat the effects of the drought in the Atlanta region, the Atlanta Regional Commission has compiled an extensive list of indoor and outdoor water use facts and conservation tips from sources all over the nation.

Hooters poll on-line

What's your opinion on the proposed opening of a Hooters restaurant in Fayetteville?

Rep. Collins honored by food industry

U.S. Rep. Mac Collins has been honored by Food Distributors International, a trade group representing 232 companies.

State to resurface 29 streets here

The Georgia Department of Transportation recently approved state funding to resurface 19 streets in Peachtree City, eight in Fayetteville, two in Tyrone and ten county roads in Fayette.

Local students tour Costa Rica

Students from Rising Starr and Whitewater middle schools and Fayette County High School recently participated in an ecological tour of Costa Rica.

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