Humor columnist arrested for using Internet to 'entice' 13-year-old girl

A freelance humor columnist for The Citizen newspaper was arrested Wednesday afternoon on a charge of violating the computer pornography and child exploitation prevention act after police with a warrant searched his Peachtree City home and seized two computers.

Airport needs extra 1,000 feet for runway safety area; requires more land, partial reroute of TDK Blvd. in coming years

A new safety regulation from the Federal Aviation Administration will eventually require a 1,000-foot "safety overrun" area to be added to Falcon Field's runway

Fayette not dropping murder charge on 25-year-old case

Although DeKalb County authorities have filed murder charges against Carl J. Patton Jr. for the death of a woman whose body was found in Fayette's Flint River 25 years ago, local authorities aren't dropping the case against him here.

Use of force by PTC officer during arrest at issue in federal trial

A federal jury will determine whether a Peachtree City police officer injured a woman while arresting her for obstruction of a police officer during a domestic violence investigation back in August 1998.

Alleged teen gunman among four in custody for PTC armed robbery

Peachtree City police have arrested a Brooks teen whom they believe was the armed gunman in a holdup of the Braelinn Village convenience store on Robinson Road last Friday evening.

Ground broken, benefit concert set for Fayette Field of Hope

Volunteers raising money for a baseball field that will accommodate disabled children broke ground for the project Wednesday afternoon.

Police Blotter

Senoia finds out sewer costs Monday

Senoia residents will found out Monday night how expensive phase two of the city's sewer system will be.

Schlumper sets town hall meeting

Fourth District Coweta County Commissioner Leigh Schlumper will hold a citizen's meeting next Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at White Oak Elementary School.

Car inspections have started at Hartsfield

Starting yesterday,the Atlanta Police Department and private security personnel began conducting visual inspections of all vans, trucks, and SUVs on the access roads leading to Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport.

Hinkle is Coweta STAR student

Northgate High School student Lauren Hinkle was announced as the Coweta County STAR student of 2003, at the annual Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce STAR student and teacher breakfast Feb. 25.

Sports

Soccer teams get wins, prepare for busy weekend

The soccer season is still young and local teams are starting to find their strides, when the weather allows.

Lady Indians and War Eagles still alive in state playoffs

The East Coweta Lady Indians and the Landmark Christian School Lady War Eagles are still alive in the state basketball tournament. Both teams play this evening at colleges on opposite sides of the state.

Opinion

Mother's story had a few twists and turns, but a fantastic ending
By DAVID EPPS
Pastor

One of the earliest memories I have is sitting in my mother's lap as she read Bible stories to me. From her, I learned of man's fall in the Garden of Eden, of the Great Flood of Noah's day, and of David's victory over Goliath. Because of her, there was never a day in my life that I didn't believe in God.

Decades with no moral or economic direction destroying a nation
By MONROE ROARK
mroark@thecitizennews.com

A recent story in the Washington Post highlighted a severe problem in a country with a lot of problems.

Cultivating a fine slow-dining experience with family and friends
By Rick Ryckeley
Fayette County Fire & Emergency Services

Last weekend The Wife and I were invited out to dinner by one of my closest friends. Now I know it will come as a surprise to some of you that I have a friend, much less close ones who don't mind being seen out in public with me, but don't worry. I think they really just wanting to spend time with The Wife.

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