Traffic figures for Wal-Mart in question

Though both sides have met, the dispute surrounding the estimated traffic created by the possible location of a Wal-Mart Superstore in Peachtree City still hasn't been settled.

Council rolls back millage

Cancel the public hearings and any public outcry about a raise in property taxes for Peachtree City residents.

Council approves Katz site rezoning

Going against the Planning Commission's wishes, the Peachtree City Council has approved the rezoning of the Katz property from general industrial to general residential-4.

Rescue of infant in woods leads to arrest of mother

A Peachtree City woman has been arrested for abandoning her 10-month-old son in a wooded area near the police station Sunday night.

City approves method to handle traffic complaints

Peachtree City now has a system to evaluate traffic complaints reported by residents.

Council postpones vote on outdoor storage regulations

A ordinance aimed at taming the outdoor display of merchandise for sale at retail stores in Peachtree City has been put on hold again.

Traffic snarled by accident, power lines

A tractor-trailer carrying a modular home unit pulled down power and utility lines Wednesday afternoon, snarling rush-hour traffic on Ga. Highway 54 near the intersection of Ga. Hwy. 85.

Solicitor: Officer 'probably' furnished alcohol to teen

Peachtree City police officer "probably" violated one or more state laws by furnishing alcohol to a 19-year-old girl or allowing her to drink alcohol in his presence, Fayette County Solicitor General Steve Harris has ruled.

Police blotter

Movies

County moves forward on $30 million judicial center

By 2005, Coweta County residents will be able to handle all their judicial needs in a brand new court complex.

Residents to get glimpse of sewer fees Tuesday

Tuesday's public hearing in Senoia could turn into a showdown over sewerage as residents learn that they will be forced to pay for sewer service whether they want it or not.

County gets ready to lower tax rates

For the eighth straight year, the Coweta County Board of Commissioners will lower the county's maintenance and operation property tax rate.

Band fest is Tuesday

Marching band fans are set to converge on East Coweta High School next week.

Kason doubles its size

One of Shenandoah Industrial Park's corporate leaders has just finished an ambitious expansion program.

Sports

Lady Chiefs volleyball team serves up wins

McIntosh High School's varsity volleyball team started off strong on its home court last week against cross-town rival Starr's Mill and never let up, stinging Starr's Mill with a 15-1 victory in game one.

Lady Patriot softball gaining momentum before postseason

The Sandy Creek varsity softball team competed in the Shaw Invitational recently and won runner-up in the gold medal round. They improved their record to 12-9 and faced some stiff competition.

Local racers dominate at Senoia Speedway

Two wins in three weeks is not bad for Tyrone native Scott Griffin, who was back with a vengeance and dominated from lap nine of the Alan Vigil Southlake Ford 50 to record his fourth win of the 2000 season in the Late Model Division Saturday night.

Opinion

Customer service seems to have been downsized at Sears: The 22-minute wait
By DAVID EPPS
Pastor

As my wife can testify, I hate to shop. There are many reasons why this is so but chief among them is the dearth of customer service at so many businesses. Some businesses just don't seem to care much about customers.

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