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Edwards backs former commissioner for chairman

The race is on.

Summer readers 'Shoot the Hoop' at new camp

Read for fun, read to learn. That's the motto of the Shoot the Hoop Reading Camp, Fairburn's newest youth summer camp.

Senior development rezoning passes amidst controversy

The approval of three final plats, a proposed rezoning and an annexation all made their way across the desks of the Fairburn City Council Monday night. While all of them passed, one met with stiff resistance.

Fairburn's insurance premiums take unescpected jump

The city of Fairburn had to dig into its reserve funds this week to cover the increased cost of their insurance policy. Without any prior notice, the policy's premium for liability jumped from $97,000 to $161,000 for the new fiscal year. Retirement insurance climbed from $34,000 to $139,000, more than four times the original amount.

A new resource for parents

School is out for summer vacation and that generally means more TV, radio, Internet, and telephone use by kids with extra time on their hands.To help kids fill their time more productively, the Federal Communications Commission has created a "Parents' Place" on the FCC Web site that will help parents and other caregivers guide children in their use of telecommunications media. The Web address is www.fcc.gov/parents.

CCSU announces dates for orientations

The Office of Admissions has announced orientation dates for July and August at Clayton College & State University. All accepted new students should consult their acceptance materials for information and instructions on making a reservation for an orientation session. Reservations must be made by mail or in person at the Office of Student Life, room D226 of the Clayton State Student Center.

Fulton County schools to return with changes, improvements

This is the first in a series of articles outlining the changes in our schools beginning with the 2003/2004 school year.

Hartsfield on top for customer expectations

American Express' SkyGuide has recognized Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport with first place honors in two categories of its 2003 Best of Travel Awards.

Legendary jazz bassist to headline summer's first free outdoor concert at Wolf Creek

South Fulton residents can kick off their shoes and enjoy a soothing evening of jazz under the stars tomorrow at 7 p.m., rain or shine.

Union City looking to help remake Shannon Mall

After winning a $60,000 planning grant from the Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) in January, Union City has selected the firm to take its plan into action.

'Cool Breeze' for the elderly

The elderly can keep cool this summer in the air-conditioned comfort of the nearest Fulton County's senior activity center, Mondays through Fridays.

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