The Fayette Citizen-Special Sections

Wednesday, August 2, 2000

News

Runoff next Tuesday to decide 4 races

Republican voters will be asked to return to the polls next week to finalize four party nominations not decided in the General Primary July 18.

 

PTC's Jordan to seek U.S. Senate seat

Peachtree City resident Lewis Jordan plans to announce today his candidacy for the U.S. Senate in November to replace one of his close friends, Sen. Paul Coverdell, who died unexpectedly last month, Jordan told The Citizen Tuesday.

 

Group grapples with ways to pay for new Fayette Schools

What's the best way to fund new public school construction in Fayette County? There's no perfect solution or quick financial fix, given the options offered by Jim Stephens, finance director for the county school system, and Claude Paquin, a Fayetteville tax attorney.

 

County: Annexation's not on Fayetteville's land use plan

There's one major problem with Fayetteville's proposed 873-acre annexation, according to two county commissioners: it's not on the city's land use plan.

 

Fayetteville council members considering annexation plan remember the old days

As the city of Fayetteville considers an annexation request in the next few months, a significant piece of city history will be on the minds of many residents and the entire City Council.

 

Tax activist: School bonds are best way

Claude Paquin believes he has come up with the most equitable plan for funding new school construction in the form of long-term bonds.

Officers deny giving beer to minor

Two Peachtree City police officers are denying charges that they allowed an underage female to consume alcohol in their presence while they were off duty at Chili's restaurant last week.

Fire, accident caused by severe weather

A bolt of lightning from Monday's thunderstorm sparked a fire that damaged a Peachtree City home in the Braelinn Green subdivision, according to fire officials.

Engineer nixes septic system for troubled ministry

Fayette County's refusal to allow Chariots of Fire Ministries to hook onto Clayton County's sewerage may land the county in court.

Road projects may be underway by fall

Regional transportation officials are crossing their fingers and hoping that work on the region's long-delayed transportation improvement projects can begin this fall.

Brooks may act on impact fees Aug. 9

Brooks is among the county municipalities that are still mulling over signing off on impact fees for a new county jail.

Tyrone still not ready to accept county impact fee plan

Citing continued questions about plans being proposed by the county for a jail impact fee program, the Tyrone Town Council voted Thursday night to table its discussions of the program until next month.

Callaway denied again

It may be back to the drawing board or the legal briefs for developer John Callaway in Tyrone.

Business group likes Collins

U.S. Rep. Mac Collins has been endorsed for reelection by the National Federation of Independent Businesses, along with six Georgia colleagues.

Police Blotter

Indictments

Primetimers


Luau a big hit with Heritage Club
Take a group of fun-loving seniors, add a little music, a beautiful lagoon pool and bit of bright summer sun and pretty soon everyone will be putting on grass skirts to learn to hula.
Longhorn's 'big-haired lady' coming to town
If you want to kick back, chow down and have fun Aug. 17 at WhiteWater Country Club you will need to call and reserve your spot quickly.
 
Southland picks up more awards
 
Each year the Georgia Nursing Home Association recognizes nursing homes throughout the state for their community involvement, programs, and community relations.

Travel tips for hearing aid users

Travel can be a stressful experience for anyone. For someone with a hearing loss, the difficulties of making reservations, hearing airplane or train boarding announcements, and using regular telephones can make travel especially stressful. We hope these suggestions make traveling more enjoyable for you.
 

Business

County's unemployment rate rises to 2.3 percent

Fayette County's unemployment jumped last month, but state officials are saying the reason is students.

Fighting the storm in a sea of change

By GREGORY SMITH
Business Columnist

Change in the 21st century is like sailing a ship during a storm. Waves coming at you from every direction. Hidden rocks threatening to tear your ship apart. The water never stops churning and there is no time to rest. Falling overboard is a scary possibility and if you fail to work together to chart a course, disaster could very well be your companion.

Shop Talk

Sports

How will the year play out for area athletes?

The school year is set to begin soon and once school starts, the athletic season is not far behind.

Exciting church league season comes to a close

The GRPA 4th District Men's Church Equalizer Softball Tournament was conducted at McCurry park in Fayetteville recently.

Sign-ups for Big League Baseball have begun

Sign-ups are now being taken for 16-, 17- and 18-year-olds for Big League Baseball in Fayette, Coweta, southern Clayton and Henry counties.

Fayette swimmers bring home the gold from Ga. Games

The Southside Seals Masters Swim Team completed its long course season with a team record 14 medals at the Georgia Games July 23.

Using doodling to catch bigger fish

Pro tactics for doodlin' small hand-poured worms.

Notable

Sports Calendar

 
Weekend

Orlando to bring his hits and charisma to PTC
Though the song “Tie A Yellow Ribbon `Round The Old Oak Tree” was written nearly 25 years ago, it is familiar to many people, though the artist may not be as familiar to some of the younger generations.
Picnic Park to be filled with wonderful sounds of Disney
Some of the most beloved music in our nation's great history comes from the same last name: Disney.
 
Let your children discover the world of science at Fort Discovery
Children show an amazing capacity for learning. When they are allowed to learn at their own pace with hands-on experience, children can understand topics that schools would not teach them until several years later.
Production of 'Annie' postponed, auditions cancelled for now
Fayette Community Theatre President Sylvia Wade announced the postponement of the company's planned production of the Broadway musical “Annie.”
Million-dollar music facility opens at Clayton State, music teacher takes new job
Clayton College & State University's acclaimed Music Department is entering the 2000-2001 academic year on a mixed note.
Storm haven becomes a weekend hide-out
By SALLIE SATTERTHWAITE
You'd hardly know this was a boat if you saw it only from the inside today.
Reunions evoke mixed emotions
Family reunions — you either love them or dread them.
 
Gentlemen, start your cards, it is Sibling Day
Note: This idea is not as half-baked as some ideas I have shared in this column. If this catches on, remember, you heard it here first and this column is copyrighted.

Movies

Religion

Gleaning words of wit and wisdom from Republican Convention
By CHUCK GRIFFITH
Religion Columnist

I am a conservative (you probably have already noticed), so watching the Republican National Convention is like watching a pep rally for me. I sit and “amen” to the various points made by the speakers.

Light One Candle
By MSGR. THOMAS J. MCSWEENEY
Religion Columnist

Is there a question you hope you will never be asked?

Inman UMC to celebrate 'Camp Meeting Month'

Members of Inman United Methodist Church will have “Camp Meeting Month” during the entire month of August, with casual services on Sunday mornings and revival-type services each Sunday night.

Body of Christ Christian schedules Campmeeting 2000 for August 8-11

Dr. Joseph M. Ripley, Sr. and The Body of Christ Christian Church invite the community to attend Campmeeting 2000, scheduled for Tuesday-Friday, Aug. 8-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly.

Unity service is planned Sunday at PTC 1st Baptist

A unity service is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 6 at First Baptist Church in Peachtree City starting at 6 p.m.

'The Changing Church' is topic of discussion at FUMC seminar Aug. 26

Author and professor Dr. Robert Webber will explore the themes of new trends in churches in a one-day workshop entitled “Authentic Worship in a Changing World” on Saturday, Aug. 26, from 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at the Fayetteville First United Methodist Church.

Coweta Catholic Mass location moved

Holy Trinity Catholic Church's mission in Sharpsburg will move its temporary location for the 10 a.m. Sunday Mass from Thomas Crossroads Elementary School to East Coweta High School starting this Sunday, Aug. 5.

Religion Briefs

Opinion

Poll: 51% would keep Constitution
By AMY RILEY
One Citizen's Perspective

One of the more interesting polls published lately sought to measure how Americans felt about the United States Constitution. The poll, conducted by Portrait of America, represented some rather interesting viewpoints and produced some rather shocking results. If you've been bothered by recent low voter turnouts, this poll may shine a light on why some voters are turned on and others are turned off.

Spamming the globe: Politics
By BILLY MURPHY
Laugh Lines

The Olympics are starting soon and I can't believe it has already been four years since Richard Jewel became patron saint of the security guards by turning a false arrest into millions.

With a govt. like this, who needs enemies?
By DAVE HAMRICK
Editor-at-large

Our Social Security Administration apparently has hired a public relations consultant.

Letters to the Editor

PTC'S Mayor 'Annex' is stacking the deck in favor of density

Supersoakers at the July 4th parade are a tradition. Fortunately, Ms. Herman's letter seeking “common sense” did not suggest that no one should get wet. Because the people's wishes are ignored, it is the only opportunity to show politicians our dissatisfaction.

Yes to Hooters

It's American to have choices

As a 20-year-old female and an upstanding citizen of Fayette County, I would like to address the issue of the Hooters restaurant chain's desire to build in the city of Fayetteville.

What about those newspaper ads?

The “Citizens of Fayetteville opposing Hooters” need to wake up and look around them.

Just look at kids parading in PTC

YES! I am a 29-year-old female who is married with a 10-year-old son.

Lighten up, F'ville, and enjoy BBQ

We've got trouble right here in River City! They're trying to open a Hooters restaurant in our fair town!

Worry about high taxes, not Hooters

High property taxes, not enough permanent school classrooms, yet we are worried about a Hooters or other restaurants coming to town which could broaden our tax base.

No to Hooters

Baptist women no doormats for their husbands

In response to the letter from Mr. Jim Stinson: I'm one of those “degradated” Baptist women you mentioned in your recent letter. I guess you've never really met one of us face to face because you've really got the wrong idea about our lifestyle.

No 'hooting' allowed in Fayette

I'll say it: “Keep the smutty Hooters out of our backyard!”

Hooters demeans female employees

No, I do not support a Hooters restaurant location in Fayetteville. Hooters restaurant does not represent the family values of Fayette County nor my personal Christian values.

School bonds make more sense for building

I had the privilege of attending the Facilities Advisory and Action Committees meeting July 27. The committees are appointed by the Fayette County Board of Education. One of the speakers was a name that you may recognize — Mr. Claude Paquin.


Mrosek made impressive run; we haven't heard last of him

This past Tuesday, election day, was the culmination of a long, tiresome and grueling campaign season for a number of people who cared enough about their respective communities to get off the sidelines and into the game. And with the impending runoffs, it's still not over for a lot of folks. As an elected official myself, my hat goes off all of the candidates for a job well done. Sometimes you win and sometimes you lose, but the important thing is that you gave of yourself to give back to your community, and we all should be thankful to you.

Barnes should appoint a Republican to fill Covedell's seat

I was saddened by the sudden passing of Georgia's senior Senator, Republican Paul Coverdell. He had accomplished a great deal in his much too short eight years in Washington D.C. and represented Georgians with tremendous class and tenacity. He will be sorely missed.

Wouldn' t you appreciate a prayer for safety before takeoff?

I consider Peachtree City my hometown. With its high concentration of airline pilots living in the community, I felt this letter appropriate:

Teen's irresponsibility

In response to “Why can't parents just leave teen club alone?” by Derek Rader in The Citizen July 26:

Our culture is sending strong signal with Market shutdown

You wasted valuable space in The Citizen when you let “dwiz” (Derek Rader) shoot off his dumb mouth.

Ask questions, get involved, vote Aug. 8

Congratulations to all the candidates who ran in the primary elections. Whether you won or lost, you are to be commended for making the effort, for your willingness to get involved and your commitment to public service.

Improve election preview layout

A local newspaper provides a valuable and necessary service to the community, none more important than disseminating accurate information about candidates who are running for election.

What's the use in voting if you can't select from all the candidates?

Here we go again. I'm beginning to see the local media encouraging citizens to vote in the Aug. 8 runoff elections.

Marine reads Citizen Online

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