Public education in Fayette County may cost an estimated $5.5 million more in 2000 than it has in 1999.

Court rules out widening of hwys. 54, 74

A recent court decision means relief for Fayette County's growing traffic snarls will be delayed still further, officials say.

Schools deal with copycat trenchcoaters

Students who showed up in black trench coats at Fayette County High School last Thursday thought they were being funny, according to Principal Gary Phillips.

Outdoor burning ends Friday

As a county-wide outdoor burning ban takes effect this Saturday, May 1, residents are being advised on what steps to take before the burning period ends.

John Wieland to county: 'Let somebody else buy it'

Developer John Wieland said last week he will drop his plans to add 77.5 acres and 40 homes to the 218-home Woodcreek subdivision on Redwine Road.

Psychics seek F'ville zoning connection

Fayetteville's Planning Commission isn't yet ready to say what zoning category a psychic should operate in.

Fayette schools rank at top

Fayette County schools are once again ranked tops in the state, based upon reports issued by the Council for School Performance, an independent educational council.

Beautification group wants to grow

A local group committed to making sure Fayette County stays neat and tidy is on the move, looking for support in its quest to grow in the coming months.

Surveyor who found Watson rewarded by WhiteWater CEO

The man who discovered the remains of Beverley Watson was recognized for that deed in a ceremony last week at Watson's former place of employment.

Counseling center tackles attention disorders

Making friends isn't always easy, but for children diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, behavior disorders or learning disabilities, it can be an arduous undertaking.

Detailed survey planned for site of future jail, court complex

Fayette County is getting a new survey of the proposed site of a planned new complex of public buildings, including a jail and judicial complex.

 

Shared driveway may ease traffic woes at Wendy's

Fayetteville planners are hoping developers of a new pharmacy on Ga. Highway 85 can help solve a long-standing traffic problem next door at Wendy's restaurant.

More than half of HOPE scholars renew grants

More than half the freshmen at 10 Georgia colleges last year renewed their HOPE Scholarships as sophomores, according to a new report by the Georgia Student Finance Commission.

County agenda heavy on spending

Fayette County commissioners last week spent almost $13 million in eight separate agenda items

Cultures to be shared

Spring Hill Elementary School will host its first “Multicultural Celebration” the week of May 17. Through an assortment of activities, students, parents, faculty and staff will share their culture and talents.

Dental lab gets planners' OK for Sandy Creek Road site

Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Holbrook's request to annex their home into Fayetteville and change its zoning to allow a dental lab will go to City Council with a positive recommendation from the city Planning Commission.

County records to be available on computer

When you visit the Superior Court clerk's office to look up information on court cases or real estate deeds, you'll soon sit down at a computer terminal instead of digging through massive record books.

Sandy Creek Road to be closed 8 wks.

Come June, traffic problems will be worse around Sandy Creek Road for awhile.

Starr's Mill launches brick paving project

The Panther Athletic Booster Club is paving the way for students to leave behind a permanent remembrance of their years at Starr's Mill High School with an innovative bricklaying project.

North Fayette students tune out

Students at North Fayette Elementary School are tuned into National-TV Turnoff Week as a way to demonstrate the excessive quantity of television most Americans watch and to rekindle an interest in reading, conversation and exercise.

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