A Clayton County school bus driver has become the 10th man arrested for soliciting sex online

A 15 year-old Fayette County High School student has been charged with making terroristic threats and disrupting a public school resulting from a bomb threat made to the school Tuesday.

In the first Candidates’ Forum my objective was to let the citizens of Fayetteville know my dedication to the outstanding quality of life for us and for future generations.

Greetings, this week I would like to offer some information and facts concerning Fayetteville’s police and fire services.

Fayette County’s sign ordinance cannot be enforced until after this year’s election.

Peachtree City’s ordinance about signs in the city-owned rights of way along roads is too restrictive, according to city staff and the city attorney.

Last Wednesday, close to 200 parents and players attended a meeting of the Peachtree City Youth Soccer Association.

Herbicide and pesticide spraying of Peachtree City’s grassy sports fields will resume, the City Council decided 4-to-0 last Thursday night.

All Judy Chastain wanted to do is protect her neighborhood.

But as the homeowner quickly learned, when you’re dealing with rezonings, there are all sorts of variables, including a forged deed and the arrest of a real estate agent, that come into play before the issue is voted on by the Fayette County Commission.

The Fayette County Board of Education is looking south for a site for the county’s newest elementary school.

Superintendent of Education John DeCotis said the system is in negotiations to purchase a 112-acre tract near the intersection of Ga. Highway 92 and Inman Road. The site would be used for an elementary school that would open in 2009.

Peachtree City Mayor Steve Brown finds it “unbelievable” that a previous City Council purchased a five-plus-acre site in 1999 — and built a police station on it — even though a study revealed that the site was previously a trash dump.

Miss Manners would be aghast.

An ex-mayor shouting from the City Council audience to the current mayor, “And you are calling me a moron!”

Fayetteville council members Oct. 20 gave unanimous approval for a Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT) sidewalks project and heard the first reading of a proposed amendment addressing city garbage customers failing to remove containers in a timely manner after pick-up.

The Fayette County Republican Party will host the first annual Ronald Reagan Tribute Dinner Friday, Nov. 4, at the Palmer Course at Starr’s Mill.

The Peachtree City Youth Council and The Peachtree City Parks and Recreation Department is announcing their 2nd Annual Kids Halloween Party for children ages 10 and under. Some of the activities include fun games, costume contests, and plenty of candy for all.

Sally Raymond, a preschool diagnostician and teacher with the Exceptional Children’s Services Department, has co-authored “An Aesop Adventure,” a collection of fables, songs and activities for the elementary classroom.

The 2004-2005 McIntosh High School Legend has won a first place with special merit award in the American Scholastic Press Association's annual yearbook competition.

Four teams have good games, Chiefs handed tough loss

Fayette County lost to the Starr’s Mill in three straight matches; 25-11, 25-11, 25-14, last Thursday in the area championship. Starr’s Mill led the entire way in the first two matches and trailed 2-1 in the third match before retaking the lead. The Lady Panthers dominated with good play at the service line and excellent passing. Their size up front also stopped a number of Fayette volleys and added some points for Starr’s Mill.

Starr’s Mill, Fayette County, Whitewater and Our Lady of Mercy were the only teams from the county to enter the state softball playoffs in their respective classifications.

The Last Chance Invitational was held Saturday at the site of the state cross country meet in Carrollton. The race gives runners one more chance to see where they stack up against other teams in their classifications. McIntosh’s girls won the AAAA race, while Landmark Christian’s girls won the Class A race. In the boys race, Landmark and Our Lady of Mercy placed second and third in the A race.

• Ryan Barr, a Starr’s Mill graduate, got some playing time for Bloomsburg University in their 40-12 win over Mansfield University.

The Tyrone Recreation Department will offer rhythmic gymnastics and those interested in learning about the sport are invited to attend a free open house on Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 6 p.m.

Community taking steps to fight meth

In the war to defeat the devastating effects of methamphetamine and other drugs, a growing group of Fayette County residents are taking position on the front lines. They are determined to make a difference.

They are a family that refuses to give up.

Believing convicted killer Jim Watson to be innocent of murdering his 33-year-old wife Beverley in 1997, his parents and children continue to speak up and speak out. Evidence of their tenacity was visible at a rally Oct. 15 at McCurry Park near Fayetteville, as nearly three dozen people poured through the large volume of documentation on hand and heard comments from family and friends who contend that Watson was placed behind bars based on circumstantial evidence and altered testimony by witnesses.

I want to thank The Citizen for allowing the candidates the opportunity to showcase their positions.

My name is Paul Oddo, Jr. I’ve lived in Fayette County for 35 years, over seven of which have been in the city, after we were annexed in 1998.

I appreciate the opportunity The Citizen has provided to introduce myself, discuss the issues and identify my priorities.

Braking, handling requirements only for ‘06 carts and newer

A proposal to restrict the height of golf carts, and add special requirements for their braking and stability, will be considered by the Peachtree City Council Thursday night.

By the middle of November, Fayette County parents should have their first glimpse of new districts for three overcrowded elementary schools.