The fall 2008 administration of the Georgia High School Writing Test shows an improvement in scores from a year ago with more students scoring in the exceeds category.

Longbranch Restaurant in Fayetteville is hosting a fund-raiser for a Fayette County 911 operator who needs a kidney transplant.

Last week the City of Fayetteville honored local resident General (Ret.) William J. Livsey. Mayor Ken Steele read a proclamation from the City, citing the military career of General Livsey, and of the naming of Highway 314 from Georgia State 85 to the Clayton County line in his honor.

The following arrests were reported by local law enforcement agencies for the past week. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty:

Fayette County officials are seeking the public’s help in preparing a new comprehensive transportation plan for the county.

Members of the Aga Khan Youth and Sports organization in conjunction with American Red Cross are spearheading local efforts again this year for a blood and bone marrow drive to be held Nov. 30 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the South Jamatkhana worship center located at 122 Flat Creek Trail off Ga. Highway 54 near Peachtree City.

How about a little help for local businesses during the holidays? That was the intention Thursday when Fayetteville City Council adopted a resolution allowing a holiday exemption for business banners.

XPlayground in Peachtree City is closing its doors and owner Larry Justice is selling everything, from game systems to televisions and restaurant equipment. The sale dates are today, Friday and Saturday at XPlayground.

A Newnan man was arrested early Saturday evening after he was running after cars at the intersection of Ga. Highway 54 and Stevens Entry and threatening to kill people, police said.

Three girls who took part in a late-night golf cart joyride in Peachtree City Nov. 7 are now facing charges for stealing the golf cart, police said.

Members of the Aga Khan Youth and Sports organization in conjunction with American Red Cross are spearheading local efforts again this year for a blood and bone marrow drive to be held Nov. 30 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the South Jamatkhana worship center located at 122 Flat Creek Trail off Ga. Highway 54 near Peachtree City.

Council: cost of new path is developer’s problem

The Peachtree City Council Thursday night resisted a request to close a cart path that runs through the middle of the Cedarcroft subdivision.

The Peachtree City Planning Commission is expected to vote Monday night on plans to conduct a major renovation at the Braelinn Village shopping center.

Children in Peachtree City won’t be able to get a glimpse of Santa Claus whirling by on a fire engine this year.

Due to budget cutbacks and a need to reduce fuel use and wear and tear, the Santa Run format has been changed, organizers said.

Tyrone Town Council adopted an amended Community Sewer Ordinance Thursday night followed by a decision to ask Fayette County Water System Director Tony Parrott to meet with council members at an upcoming meeting. The ordinance prohibits the installation of private community sewer systems.

Improvements to a railroad crossing in Peachtree City’s industrial park will result in the road being closed to all traffic from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3.

Discount Tire, the world’s largest independent tire and wheel retailer, today announced it will hold a grand opening event Nov. 21 and 22 for its new store located at 2801 Highway 54 in Peachtree City, Ga. Customers can save $100 off the purchase of a set of four tires or wheels and register for a chance to win a set of tires for free.

Square One Signs Inc. is pleased to announce the merger of Eagle Signs of Tyrone, GA and Square One Signs Inc. of Newnan, GA. This merger creates a strong full service sign and graphics company with greater scale, expanded expertise, a history of innovative products and loyal customers.

A number of homes in Peachtree City had reduced water flow earlier today as crews worked to repair a line on Golfview Drive, officials said.

Move allows season ticket holders to retain seats

The “Fun” will be back at the Fred for the 2009 season with the continuation of the Friday/Saturday night concert format, officials announced this week. According to Nancy Price, manager of the Fred, this will allow all season ticket holders and sponsors to retain their existing seats for the upcoming season.

How about a little help for local businesses during the holidays? That was the intention Thursday when Fayetteville City Council adopted a resolution allowing a holiday exemption for business banners.

Two Fayette schools and one Coweta school were named as Georgia Schools of Excellence this morning.

Ironically, Huddleston Elementary and McIntosh High schools tied for top honors for being at the tops of the 3rd congressional district.

The Peachtree City Council voted unanimously to allow a previously approved annexation to be reconsidered even though the landowner is not proposing any changes to the approved plans.

Senoia Planning Commission Nov. 18 upheld the concerns of many residents present in recommending denial of a possible annexation and rezoning of 4 acres on Rockaway Road for use as the headquarters for Bogee Development, LLC. Most every seat in the council chambers was taken as residents of adjacent subdivisions came to hear the proceedings. The issue will go to the city council in December.

Housing crunch, drought affect city budget

Like just about everyone else, the City of Senoia has felt the pinch of the declining economy.

Habitat, Housing Authority join forces for grant effort

The Newnan Housing Authority and Newnan Coweta Habitat for Humanity are joining forces to apply for federal funding to purchase foreclosed homes which would in turn be sold to families at the discounted prices the homes were purchased for.

Requirement added by EPD

Senoia will have to pay an unexpected $57,344 on the new well and water tower system being installed to improve the city’s water production capacity.

The Senoia area will host its first blood drive on Friday, November 28, 2008. The Senoia Optimist Club will be the sponsor and the location of the drive is the Senoia Methodist Church in historic Senoia. The drive hours are from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

A 15 year-old Newnan girl who ran away last week was found safe in Tennessee and has been reunited with her family.

The parents of Elizabeth Marie Campbell found an instant message on her computer indicating she was running away. The computer message said the girl would try to hitch a ride to Walland, Tennessee or Maryville, Tennessee to meet a 17 year-old male, according to Newnan Police Chief Douglas Meadows.

It was a day that was less than a year in the making. But in that year, the city of Fairburn approved and built the first phase of a college campus and Georgia Military College (GMC)signed a 10-year lease as the first institution of higher learning to be located there.