Ruling: ‘No conflict’ for Rutherford

Judi-ann Rutherford can keep her job with the Fred Brown Jr. Amphitheater and still serve on the City Council if elected in a Nov. 25 runoff, Peachtree City Attorney Ted Meeker decided Wednesday.

PTC hands DAPC probe to GBI

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Financial Investigative Unit has been called in to evaluate documents related to the Development Authority of Peachtree City and its operation of the city’s tennis center and amphitheater.

Tourism board to ‘move forward’

A unifying call to “put the past behind us” and “move forward” came from all corners at the first meeting of the Peachtree City Tourism Association on Wednesday.

Vandals egg, spray-paint cars in PTC, even cops’

Peachtree City Police have identified several juveniles suspected of vandalizing autos in the city with paint and eggs, according to Police Chief James Murray. So far, Murray said, no arrests have been made.

Handicapped-accessible ‘Field of Hope’ still needs more money

Fund-raising for the Field of Hope, a handicapped-accessible baseball field under construction in Peachtree City, is entering the home stretch, according to organizer Nick Harris.

Library board hears schedule for expansion

Library commission hears early timetable for library project

‘Not My Cup of Tea’ on stage

Fayette Coweta Family Theatre has produced a number of shows, classes and camps for children over the past several years. Now, with their new group, Sharpsburg On Stage, they are offering something for an older and more sophisticated crowd. They will present their inaugural performances of two one act plays, “Not My Cup of Tea,” and “Next Victim, Please” this week at the A&O Bridges Center in Sharpsburg.

Police Blotter

Airport Authority seeks new manager for Falcon Field

Though the search for a new airport manager at Falcon Field began late, it appears that they are doing everything they can to have someone in place by the beginning of 2004.

Clarification

In the article “Brown applauds Hwy. 74 widening” appearing in the Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2003 edition of The Citizen, the direct object of a quote by Peachtree City Mayor Steve Brown is taken partially out of context. When he said, “They’re just trying to make me look bad,” Brown was specifically referring to run-ins he has had with members of the county commission and Chamber of Commerce over the TDK extension, and not the county’s legislative delegation, with whom Brown said he has worked hard to build strong relations.

Granite Transformations now open in F’ville

If you have ever dreamed about having granite countertops and surfaces in your home, but don’t want the the hassle and mess of demolition to install the pieces, then this new store opening in Fayetteville is the answer.

School officials moving forward on Riverwood discussions

Coweta County officials will huddle with State Senator Mitch Seabaugh to discuss a unique partnership between the Coweta County School System and Hollywood.

Northgate moves off state hit list

“We’re pleased to finally have gotten the letter.”

Book drive garners more than 5,000 books

Coweta County parents, elementary school students, teachers and citizens donated over 5,000 easy-reader children's books as part of National Make a Difference Day, organized by Coweta County School System Community Schools.

Sharpsburg On Stage to bring one act comedies to area

Fayette Coweta Family Theatre has produced a number of shows, classes and camps for children over the past several years. Now, with their new group, Sharpsburg On Stage, they are offering something for an older and more sophisticated crowd. They will present their inaugural performances of two one act plays, “Not My Cup of Tea,” and “Next Victim, Please” this week at the A&O Bridges Center in Sharpsburg.

Peachtree City resident makes splash in art scene

Brad Allen needs to create.

New lakefront homes available at Summergrove

Homeland Communities has announced the pre-sale of 33 lakefront homes at the Townhomes at SummerGrove, the swim/tennis master-planned community located in Newnan.

New bank announces chief financial officer

The Directors of First Coweta Bank, in organization, are pleased to announce that Terry Bright will join the new bank as chief financial officer. Prior to joining First Coweta Bank, Bright served as the branch manager and personnel manager for the First Community Bank in Palmetto. He has worked in commercial banking for 14 years, in regulatory banking management with the FDIC for 9 years, and has many years of experience in human resources management, bank operations, and both public and private sector accounting.

Writers to read at Manget Brannon

According to Stuart Perry of Newnan, the reading by local authors Nov. 15 he organized may be the last show to be held in the Manget Brannon Center for the Arts in Newnan, which is expected to close soon. The writers participating will be Perry himself, Edward L. Canada of Newnan, and Scott Shelton of Warrenton. The show, entitled “Corduroy vs. Denim. Finally: A Decision” will consist of these authors reading from their latest writings which deal with, in Perry’s words, “the down-to-earth realities of life and how to live it.”

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Opinion

A visit on Grandparents’ Day
By DAVID EPPS
Pastor

I had my fourth “Grandparent’s Day Lunch” of the school year last week. I have six grandchildren and four of them attend elementary school, with the remaining two being younger. Last month, I had three lunches in one day at Eastside Elementary and, last week, I took the fourth meal at Elm Street Elementary. When I was younger, I couldn’t fathom that, one day, I would actually return to elementary school and willingly pay for school cafeteria food.

Big ones taking care of little ones
By Rick Ryckeley
Fayette County Fire & Emergency Services

After five kids, four of them boys, Mom was used to the sight of blood, but this time it was different: There was more than usual and it was everywhere.

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