Friday, August 2, 2002

Authorities: woman fleeing police through PTC in deadly chase had fraud evidence, outstanding warrants

The Jonesboro woman who led Luthersville police on a deadly high speed chase through Peachtree City Saturday evening had plenty of reasons to run, according to police.

Authority votes to honor former leader by renaming new pavilion

Peachtree City's Tennis Center will likely not be named for deceased community leader Tom Farr.

PTC Mayor, NAACP want answers about magistrate accused of using racial slurs

Peachtree City Mayor Steve Brown has joined the chorus of those seeking answers about the status of a local magistrate accused of using racial slurs while performing his duties.

I-85 crash kills pedestrian, snarls traffic Tuesday afternoon

A pedestrian from a disabled vehicle was struck and killed on I-85 south in Fulton County Tuesday afternoon, snarling traffic for miles as two lanes of traffic were closed for approximately four hours.

PTC man leads cops to alleged Cobb murder weapon

A stolen weapon allegedly used in a Cobb County murder on July 24 was turned up by Peachtree City Police Monday evening as they assisted Cobb authorities with the investigation.

PTC Mayor: time to look for a new city attorney

Upset with the performance of current City Attorney Rick Lindsey, Peachtree City Mayor Steve Brown wants to hire a new person for the job.

Starr's Mill High hosts orientation

Starr's Mill High School will host a student orientation for incoming freshmen, students new to the school and their parents Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 6:30-8 p.m. The evening's activities will begin in Duke Auditorium with a presentation by the principal, Sam Sweat.

Union City cop arrested by Fayette Co. for assaulting former girlfriend at her home

A Union City police officer has been arrested by Fayette County sheriff's deputies for allegedly assaulting his ex-girlfriend at her east Fayette residence Wednesday morning.

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Authorities: woman fleeing police through PTC in deadly chase had fraud evidence, outstanding warrants

The Jonesboro woman who led Luthersville police on a deadly high speed chase through Peachtree City Saturday evening had plenty of reasons to run, according to police.

Annexation tops commission agenda

Senoia's annexation efforts should be a hot topic of conversation at next week's County Commission meeting.

Construction workers trying to beat the bell for school's opening day

With less than two weeks to go until classes start, workers are busy preparing East Coweta's two high schools for opening day.

Tax-free shopping starts around the state today

Tax-free shopping returns to Georgia's retail stores today during the second Shop Georgia! holiday set for this weekend.

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