News

Surveys to help ARC develop transportation plans for the future

The Atlanta Regional Commission recently completed important surveying efforts that collected "real-life" data about demographics and travel behaviors that will help form a more complete picture of how citizens in this region get around.

DeCosta against move to privatize Hartsfield

Affirming that Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport is the busiest airport in the world and one of the most efficiently run, Ben DeCosta, general manager, said a proposal to privatize the airport is too risky and would certainly lead to higher costs for travelers.

Duncan Park fate still not sealed

The final fate of Fairburn's Duncan Park will not be settled until after the holidays.

CCSU Inspirational Voices of Unity to sing at MLK event

Clayton State's gospel choir, Inspirational Voices of Unity (IVU), will be performing at the University's Third Annual Martin Luther King Commemoration Day, Thursday, Jan. 9, 2003.

SFMC presents session on women's health

South Fulton Medical Center is presenting a "Let's Do Health" session, focusing on Women's Cancers. Created as a part of an ongoing community outreach program, "Let's Do Health" is free and open to the public.

DAR chapter teams up with Project Linus

Members of the Augustin Clayton chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution have joined other service groups around the United States in supporting Project Linus with unbridled enthusiasm.

New toys, other gifts needed for area children

The 8th annual "12 Days of Caring" campaign, sponsored by Children's Restoration Network, continues through Dec. 24.

Red Cross explains how to send military greetings

In past years, the American Red Cross was instrumental in channeling thousands of holiday greetings and quality of life boxes from school children and other citizens to military personnel stationed worldwide. Due to increased security concerns, that tradition has been suspended.

Sports

Season ends in semifinals for Indians

The East Coweta Indians got their rematch with Parkview in the Class AAAAA state semifinals in the Georgia Dome last Friday, though they had to wait close to an extra hour and a half due to the previous game running long.

Basketball teams head into holiday break

Christmas break usually means presents and family and time off from school, but for local basketball teams it also means playing in some tournaments and gaining the gift of experience before the second part of the basketball season begins.

PTC Recreation announces winners of door decorating contest

The Peachtree City Parks and Recreation Department sponsored a Holiday Door Contest for residents of Peachtree City in early December. The decorated entryways were beautifully created to capture the chosen categories.