In his first book, “Chiefs,” Stuart Woods used the name of a friend from the University of Georgia for the name of one of the characters in the book. That friend, Julius Holt, now lives in Peachtree City and used the lines from “Chiefs” to reintroduce himself to Woods last Sunday afternoon at a book signing at the Peachtree City Literary Festival. Woods’ latest novel, “Hot Mahogany” is available at bookstores now. Photo/Paul Lentz.

It only took a few minutes of discussion Sept. 23 for the Coweta County Commissioners to unanimously adopt the county’s 2009 General Fund budget totaling $60.5 million. The discussion was the last of several that had been held on the budget in recent weeks.

The fourth annual Cruisin to the Oldies Car Show will now run from 1 p.m.-9 p.m. on September 27.

The event is open to street rods, muscle cars, motorcycles and antique cars of all kinds.

Headley Construction has been awarded the bid for rehabilitation of the historic Coweta County Courthouse. The company’s low bid of $6,284,000 beat out the next lowest bid by approximately $600,000. Construction should take approximately 18 months.

It is a good way to find out more about “The City of Homes” and what makes it tick. Now in its 5th year, Newnan Citizen Academy kicked off its six-week course last week.

The Coweta County School System is requiring 2008-09 Affidavits of Residence from the parents or guardians of all children enrolled in Coweta County schools.

The Fall Taste of Newnan, sponsored by Main Street Newnan, J-93, 92.5 The Bear and local Kroger stores, is October 2 on the courthouse square in historic Downtown Newnan from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event showcases local restaurants and caterers and gives visitors an opportunity to sample treats from Main Street Newnan vendors. The event is rain or shine and is free and open to the public.

On Saturday, if you hear the rhythmic beating of the drums in Peachtree City, dont worry. It doesnt mean that the natives are getting restless, it just means that the dragon boats have returned and the races have begun.

Increasing in popularity around the world, people are finding that dragon boat races are a great way to get people outdoors, building teams and teamwork and having fun.

Plunkett wants land donation agreement in hand

A proposal to extend Peachtree City’s sewer system outside the city limits for a shopping center on Ga. Highway 74 south was denied by the City Council Thursday night.

Says group must ‘agree to disagree’

Peachtree City Councilwoman Cyndi Plunkett shared a frank concern at Thursday night’s council meeting.

What started out as a way to help a Peachtree City soldier in Iraq has spawned into an effort to help far more soldiers.

The Peachtree City Fire Department will be conducting its semi-annual fire hydrant testing this month in accordance with national requirements.

A Peachtree City company helped officials in Jefferson Parish, La. establish phone and email communications after Hurricane Gustav hit several weeks ago.

The Rotary Club of Peachtree City announces the 2nd annual Dragon Boat Races and International Festival will be held at Drake Field on Lake Peachtree on Saturday, September 27 beginning at 8 a.m. Dragon boat racing is the world’s fastest growing water sport. It combines tradition with modern day teamwork, enthusiasm and strategy. Dragon boating is a great way for corporations, organizations and youth groups to get involved in a dynamic setting designed to promote team building.

The Rotary Club of Peachtree City shows their support for the Boy Scouts organization by donating funds with a check presentation at a recent luncheon. Rotary is a volunteer organization of 1.2 million business and professional leaders united worldwide to provide humanitarian service and help build goodwill and peace.The Rotary Club of Peachtree City, chartered in 1967, is the oldest service club in Fayette County. This charitable giving organization supports local, national and international communities through member‘s “Service Above Self” volunteerism. Weekly meetings are noon - 1:00 P.M. at the Wyndham. For information about Rotary membership call 678.884.9556 or visit: www.peachtreecityrotary.org

Was that a hole-in-one? Coweta comes out on top at the 2nd annual Fairburn Golf Tournament held Sept.

Coweta County Commissioners Tuesday night approved Pathway Communities rezoning request to establish Twelve Parks retail and office component to complement the larger residential project previously approved near Sharpsburg. Commissioners approved the RC (Rural Conservation) zoning category change to O-I (Office – Institutional) and C-7 (Commercial Major Shopping District).

Fischer Crossing developer Scott Seymour says the payment now due one of the three parcels included on the large retail development at Ga. Highway 34 and Fischer Road in east Coweta will be resolved by the end of the month. Bank of Coweta last week called in the loan on the parcel situated in the northeast corner of the retail center. Work on the other two parcels will begin before the end of the year, Seymour said.

Coweta County commissioners Sept. 16 held a public hearing on the county’s proposed $60.5 million General Fund budget that will take effect beginning in October. The increase of approximately $900,000 in the proposed 2009 budget represents an increase of just over one-percent. Commissioners are expected to adopt the budget Sept. 23.

It is one more step along the way. Coweta County Commission Sept. 11 unanimously approved a Special Use Permit request by Piedmont Newnan Hospital for the installation of a heliport adjacent to the new hospital that was approved for construction in the spring.

The city of Senoia voted unanimously to ask the General Assembly for a charter change that would allow the mayor and City Council to have four-year terms.

The Senoia City Council decided to spend just over $12,000 Monday night to upgrade three police vehicles with digital recording equipment.

Looking for some extra money, Logsdon, McMullen go into renovation business together

Peachtree City’s mayor and city manager have gone into business together to remodel homes.

Local officials Monday laid out their plans to entice Atlanta Christian College to relocate its campus from East Point to Peachtree City.

Maybe the third time’s the charm?

When the Peachtree City Council meets Thursday night, they will address for a third time the issue of approving a sewer connection to a shopping center just outside the city limits off Ga. Highway 74 South.

A Peachtree City resident was seriously injured when a large tree fell on a golf cart Monday afternoon, city fire officials said.

Local officials are making their formal pitch today to lure Atlanta Christian College to Peachtree City.

A Peactree City Fire Fighter tended to the flags honoring the FDNY fallen on 9/11 this past Thursday. Photo/Special.

It was not your typical 5K Run/1 Mile Walk Sept. 6 as more than 100 turned out for the inaugural run of the Peachtree City Toga Trot at Phi Mu headquarters on Westpark Drive. The event was sponsored by members of the national sorority group Atlanta Southern Crescent Alumnae Panhellenic Association (ASCAPA) and Peachtree City Rotary Club. The event was a joint fundraiser for ASCAPA’s scholarship fund and for Rotary’s Polio Plus Foundation. Those organizing the event included George Martin, Kelly Bowman, Cele Eifert, Angela McFarlin, Seanie Zappendorf and Leigh Mitchell.

Developer abandons bid for Fairfield Inn, Comfort Inn

A development company has pulled out of plans to build two new hotels in Peachtree City, officials confirmed this week.