Fruition can sometimes denote more than a cognitive state of attainment. In the case of Fruition Farm, the newly opened equine center sets the stage for mind to meld with matter in a pristine rural environment that inspires tranquil reflection and introspective learning.

Senoia officials are expected to add a modest budget in the city’s plans to help the city’s new historical preservation commission.

Toys And Food For Needy Children To Be Collected

 

All kinds of interesting things have happened in the history of Grantville. The latest concerns the famous Budweiser Clydesdale Horses, which were part of the plans for this year's Grantville Day festival.

The Rotary Club of Coweta-Fayette celebrates literacy by giving the Souns for Literacy program to the A. Mitchell Powell Jr.

On January 15, 2009, Coweta County will honor its next Citizen of the Year, and the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce wants your nominations by Friday, December 19. Nomination forms are available through the Chamber.

Peachtree City police are asking the public to watch out for a group of four people involved in stealing $3,000 of robes and gowns from the Chico's Soma store at The Avenue in Peachtree City.

Peachtree City police issued a warning today urging businesses to be on the lookout for a person using a stolen credit card.

An armed Peachtree City man died Saturday evening after he was shot by Coweta County sheriff’s deputies investigating a suspicious person call on McIntosh Estates Lane, less than a mile due west of Falcon Field in Peachtree City.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Dillard’s at Ashley Park is hosting a three day Christmas shopping experience on Dec. 5-7 in collaboration with Community Welcome House the safe-haven in our community that serves women and children victims of domestic violence.

The Rotary Club of Newnan has given the Souns for literacy program to the Senoia Public Library for the library’s new, weekly, infant / toddler classes. An introductory class will be Monday, Dec. 1, at 10:30 a.m. The classes will be scheduled weekly beginning in January, 2009, and are for parents and their infants / toddlers up to 24 months of age.

Piedmont Newnan Hospital is pleased to announce the appointment of Edward M. Racht, M.D., as vice president of medical affairs and chief medical officer.  Dr. Racht will be responsible for providing leadership in all areas of clinical service; directing system-wide quality; facilitating clinical performance improvement; directing patient safety initiatives; developing best practices in managed care; assisting in improving the performance of employed physician practices; and furthering medical collaboration and innovation to provide the community with enhanced medical care.