First Baptist plans fun for all age groups at The Bridge

“The Bridge,” Peachtree City’s new community center has built a loyal following from the younger crowd, and that’s before the facility’s grand opening extravaganza this weekend.

Would add either $1.50 or $3 to average residential sewer bill

Peachtree City’s sewer authority will discuss two possible rate increase scenarios at its meeting Monday night.

Wiring stolen from lights at soccer field

The lights at the soccer field at Peachtree City’s Meade Field complex should be back up and running this weekend, officials said.

A company that produces a new style of artificial turf for sports fields is relocating its corporate headquarters to Peachtree City, it was announced this afternoon.

Peachtree City resident David Cree filed a complaint Monday with the Georgia State Ethics Commission, charging that state School Superintendent Kathy Cox violated state ethics statutes during an Aug. 18 visit to Minter Elementary School in Fayette County by openly lobbying for the upcoming 1 cent sales tax (ESPLOST) vote and explaining to those present in the cafeteria how a political action committee could be formed on behalf of the initiative.

When Peachtree City voters head to the polls this election season, they will be asked to consider whether the city should issue $9.95 million in bonds for “recreational facilities.”

Progress reported on 54W golf cart bridge

Peachtree City officials are still trying to convince the Georgia Department of Transportation to allow a traffic light on Ga. Highway 74 south at the city’s baseball and soccer complex.

The former president of the Booth Middle School Athletic Booster Club pled guilty in court Tuesday to taking money from the club’s treasury.

Peachtree City officials are re-tooling the “transition” plan that would provide a temporary location for Atlanta Christian College as it would build a brand-new campus on the northern end of the city.

DOT denied first request for intersection of Hwy. 54 West and Line Creek Drive

A developer wanting to build a 175,000 square foot shopping center on Ga. Highway 54 West at Planterra Way will make another overture to state officials seeking a traffic light for the development.

Fully-equipped unit given by Governor’s Office of Highway Safety

The Peachtree City Police Department won a fully-equipped police car at the recent banquet for the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety.

Towne Club, an luxury apartment complex aimed at seniors 55 and above, is about to open its doors in south Peachtree City.

A political forum will be held on Sunday, October 19th from 2-4 p.m. at The Gathering Place in Peachtree City sponsored by the Peachtree City Senior Adult Council. 

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.

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

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.