Wednesday, April 4, 2003

News

Legislators: Old way best for tennis center

The Peachtree City Development Authority will be clear to continue oversight of the city's tennis center and the Fred Brown Jr. Amphitheater if a proposed change in the statute governing development authorities statewide gets approval.

Rally for our troops this Friday in F'ville

A variety of events are planned for Friday's rally to support local troops stationed overseas fighting the war against Iraq.

Gadfly gets hard time

Kicking the bucket will cost an elderly Fayette man five years in prison, after he was found guilty last week of damaging a sink and toilet in his county jail cell.

Teens on golf carts warned about rules

Peachtree City Mayor Steve Brown has a warning for teenage golf cart operators who may feel driven to drag race on a soccer field or carve donuts in a neighbors lawn this spring.

Samaritans need another $26,500

The construction stage of the new building for the Fayette Samaritans is advancing daily.

Firefighter uses garden hose to put out neighbor's house fire

Jerry Momon woke up in the wee hours of last Wednesday morning after hearing a loud, constant banging noise coming from across the street.

Serial murderer who dumped bodies in Flint admits to fifth killing in Henry Co.; now faces new murder charge

Forget four. Make it five.

Fville police collecting items for American troops overseas

The Fayetteville Police Department is collecting items to donate to America's military service members through a program called Operation Shoe Box in Florida.

Two men plead guilty to car theft

Two College Park men who police found with two stolen vehicles after a Fayetteville burglary in June pled guilty last week to charges stemming from the incident.

Tyrone council appoints new police chief

Tyrone's new chief of police has a robust 30 years of experience under his gunbelt, with 13 of those years in Tyrone.

Silver Hair Ministries celebrates 10 years of performing at local nursing home

The difference between being a good person and a great person can sometimes be hard to see, especially for the person who is doing great things.

County OK's cell phone tower extension

Residents in south Fayette County should see their cellphone reception improve after action taken last week by the Fayette County Commission.

Veteran receives tag lost in war

A dog tag that had been lost during the Vietnam War more than 30 years ago has been returned to its rightful owner.

South Metro Rose Society to offer free seminar Saturday

Would you like to learn more about growing roses? If so, the South Metro Rose Society, in association with the American Rose Society and Home Depot, would like to help you. They will offer their second annual seminar, "How to Grow Beautiful Roses" at the Peachtree City Home Depot this Saturday at 10 a.m.

PTC forms study circles to study young person concerns

Citizens young and old joined together in March to discuss their findings after four weeks of meeting in the Study Circle Process.

Kedron students learn about technology at academic fair

Kedron Elementary School students are taking an educational field trip this week without having to leave their school.

Sandy Creek Math Team third at UWG

The Sandy Creek Math Team placed third overall in the 31st annual Math Day program March 14 at the State University of West Georgia. The competition consisted of an individual test, a team problem-solving event, and a ciphering contest.

Mayor Brown cautions teen golf cart drivers

As warmer weather and spring break approach, Peachtree City Mayor Steve Brown would like to caution those who operate golf carts on Peachtree City's paths, especially the community's local teen drivers. Brown is issuing the message to address concerns by the Peachtree City Police Department to focus more attention on golf cart violations, including those that involve teenage drivers.

Foreign exchange students attend Goethe Institute program

Two Sandy Creek High School foreign exchange students had an unique opportunity to interact with United States and German immigration officials during a panel discussion held at the Goethe Institut Inter Nationes Atlanta.

Optimist Club announces contest winners

The Peachtree City Optimist Club recently conducted its oratorical and essay contests. Students who participated in the oratorical contest were Joe Chaudoin, Jack Conard, Joshua Thomas, Kanya Singapakdi, Julia Wilson, Breanne Stanley and Megan Beyer, all from Starr's Mill High School. First-place winners were Beyer and Thomas. Both went on to the next level of competition and have a chance to win a scholarship.

Oxendine reminds Georgians to change clock, battery

Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John W. Oxendine is urging Georgians to change the batteries in their smoke alarms at the same time they change their clocks to daylight saving time April 6.

Chambliss delivers tribute to Georgia troops deployed in Operation Iraqi Freedom

(U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., delivered the following tribute Thursday from the floor of the Senate to Georgia troops deployed in Operation Iraqi Freedom.)

Another way to support troops

For Americans who are wondering just how to express their support of the mobilized troops, a practical, affordable solution exists.

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Prime Timers

Ms. Southland

Each year residents at Peachtree City's Southland Nursing Home compete for the Ms. Southland title and the chance to compete in the state nursing home pageant. This year, only seven local contestants chose to try for the honor, making the choice even harder for the judges.

And the winner is

Seven wonderful ladies vied for the coveted title of Ms. Southland in the annual pageant. The event is one that is both exciting and nerve-wracking for participants

Home & Garden

Spring Garden Tour this weekend

It's time for the annual Spring Garden Tour in Peachtree City, scheduled for this Saturday and Sunday, to benefit Peachtree City Elementary School.

Newman joins Nature's Nursery

Nature's Nursery and Landscape Services welcomes landscape designer John Newman to its staff.

What's lurking in your garden?

The old saying, "ignorance is bliss," may not always be true.

GFC offers firebreak plowing and burning assistance for Fayette Countians

The Georgia Forestry Commission is urging landowners to have pre-suppression firebreaks plowed at this time as a precaution against potential wildfire on their property. Wildfire can strike at anytime and without warning.

Georgia trees may be sweetening your coffee

Research in progress at the University of Georgia indicates that a sugar substitute termed "xylitol" could be derived from byproducts of the pulp and paper industry. Georgia, a national leader in the pulp and paper industry, offers a large untapped source for xylitol.

Pre-commercial thinning of pines can create economic benefits to Fayette County landowners

Fayette County has some of the poorest, least productive woodlands. When stands of trees are over crowded, none of the trees have room for healthy growth. This results in areas that are unattractive, unproductive, and that provide poor wildlife habitat; however, if overcrowded stands are thinned at an early age, they can be returned to productivity.

Come down to earth and plant a Unity Garden

As National Garden Month approaches, the National Gardening Association asks gardeners everywhere to plant Unity Gardens.

National Garden Month is here

All it takes is one person, planting tulips and zinnias in a vacant lot. The color and natural beauty cause others to stop and enjoy the view.

Is your remodeling contractor certified?

The National Association of the Remodeling Industry is preparing homeowners for May, which is National Home Improvement Month, with tips on how to choose a professional remodeler.

Planning minimizes problems

Stream crossings on woodland roads are a high priority interest to the landowner or manager of forestlands. Although stream crossings should be avoided, if possible, they are often necessary for timber harvest and access to certain forest sites. Sometimes controversial, stream crossings are also the most critical aspect of forest road systems - when it is necessary to use them. The basic concern is what can happen to a stream crossing, due to improper planning and construction, with regard to erosion and negative effects on water quality.

Got spring fever?

Gardening will scratch that itch this spring

 

Business

Workplace violence seminar April 15

The April 2003 meeting of the Southern Crescent Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management will look at the subject of workplace violence.

Ryan attends conference for women in business

Glenda Ryan, president of Southern Crescent Personnel, recently attended the third annual Georgia Women Entrepreneurs Network Conference in Savannah. A division of the University of Georgia's Small Business Development Center, GWEN provided Ryan and other women executives an opportunity to gain new insights on how to build their business.

Know the right deductions at tax time

With the April 15 tax deadline looming, here are some tax tales provided by the Georgia Society of CPAs to help you understand the tax law and get the tax breaks you deserve.

Presidential portraits on display at Carter library

When one goes to Washington D.C., it is nearly impossible to see every thing the city has to offer. There are countless museums, landmarks, parks and memorials to look at and some of these marvelous places will have to wait until the next trip to the nation's capital. However, residents of Georgia currently have an opportunity to see some of the works from one D.C. museum at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum through May 11.

'Jesus Christ Superstar' comes to the Fox

When Skid Row ruled the rock charts with songs like "18 and Life," "Youth Gone Wild" and "I Remember You," no one could have forseen that front man Sebastian Bach would one day earn the respect of the theatrical community, have roles in Broadway productions of "Jeykyll and Hyde," and "Rocky Horror Picture Show" and end up playing Jesus in a touring production of "Jesus Christ Superstar." That is exactly what happened though and Atlanta audiences can see Bach as Jesus this week in Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's popular show.

Traveling "Women of Substance" exhibit features work by local artists, arts groups

While fans of fine art can travel to the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum to see portraits of our presidents, those looking for something a little more local can take in the "Women of Substance" exhibit presented by the Southern Crescent Alliance of Visual Artists (SCAVA). The exhibit, which features over 30 paintings of notable American women, recently ran at the Coweta County Convention and Visitors Bureau. The exhibit now moves to the Griffin Gallery - Welcome Center Depot in Spalding County before traveling to the Fayette County Public Library in May and the Peachtree City Library in June. It will also run at the Georgia National Fair for part of October and then will spend the rest of the year at Chateau Elan in Braselton.

All hands on the deck, or 'Wood I lie to you?

We built a deck at our house. Well, actually, my father-in-law and brother-in-law built the deck with lots of help from Sabine and minimal help from me. I moved wood, cleaned up the site, held flashlights when it got too dark and fetched beer. Don't get me wrong, though; that was fine with me. Being a gofer at a construction site is more my speed anyway.

Southern Cruisers ride to end sexual assault

The Southern Cruisers Riding Club - South Atlanta Chapter is hosting a poker run ride to benefit the Southern Crescent Sexual Assault Center. The "Ride to End Sexual Assault" will take place on Saturday, Apr. 5 and will offer the hundreds of local motorcycle enthusiasts an opportunity to showcase their skills while helping the Southern Crescent Sexual Assault Center. The event will start at 11 a.m. at Harley Davidson of Clayton County and will end at the Arctic Circle in Stockbridge. Award presentations will begin at 3 p.m.

Religion

The Christian churchis for all nations
By JOHN HATCHER
Religion Columnist

More than ever before, the church must present herself as for all nations. After all, the church of Jesus Christ hoists no nationalistic banner; the banner over the church is the banner of God's love.

Christ the King church to host women's conference April 4-5

Valerie McIntyre and Dr. Carla Waterman of Wheaton, Ill., will be the featured speakers at the Georgia Diocesan Women's Conference at Christ the King Charismatic Episcopal Church Friday and Saturday, April 4-5.

Christ's Church at Whitewater's Easter pageant is April 17-19

The Fine Arts Ministry of Christ's Church at Whitewater will present the eighth annual performance of its Easter pageant, "Lamb of God" on Maundy Thursday, April 17, Good Friday, April 18, both performances at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, April 19 at 3 and 7:30 p.m. Friday's performance is interpreted for the hearing impaired.

Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran announces Holy Week events

Holy Week services at Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church in Peachtree City will include several special elements as Easter draws near. The community is welcome to participate.

Thacker named associate pastor at Lisbon

Lisbon Baptist Church of Fayetteville recently announced the appointment of Ben Thacker to the position of associate pastor. Thacker currently is teaching and coaching for Fayette County High School and will assume the associate pastor position on a part-time basis.

Religion Briefs

Opinion

 

 

 

Remembering our troops, helping airlines
By MAC COLLINS
Congressman

Remembering our troops The United States armed forces are engaged in a campaign to disarm the regime of Saddam Hussein and liberate the people of Iraq. On Thursday, the House of Representatives passed House Resolution 153, recognizing the public need for prayer for the people of the United States and our armed forces during the war in Iraq and under the threat of terrorism at home.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

F'ville Council 30% pay hike 'unconscionable'

I find it unconscionable that the Fayetteville mayor and City Council would vote themselves a raise without prior notice of the vote to the public.

Management squeezes Delta workers but votes itself raises

In the past, it has been my impression that your paper has occasionally portrayed Delta pilots in a negative way, accusing them of greed and of not caring for the company or the passengers. I now hope you have come to examine the front office team at the airline in the same fashion.

Take off Epps's clerical collar when putting down the French

I would like to suggest that David Epps submit a photo of himself without the clerical collar and drop the "Father," if he continues to write columns like, "Forget Iraq: We should just invade France."

David Epps's column about France: 'Expect better from a man of the cloth'

In regard to David Epps's opinion column on March 21, it saddens me to think that he is supposedly a respected member of the community, as rector of Christ the King Church.

'So tired' of antiwar protesters bashing America

Father Epps, I always enjoy reading your columns. This one, though, (3/26/03) really pleased me I am so tired of celebrities indiscriminately criticizing our country! Thank you for setting out these backgrounds side by side. It truly shows just how ignorant and uneducated these Hollywood figureheads are. I found the education and work history of our government officials interesting, too and reassuring in these troubled times.

Grizzard is smiling at column

I am a regular reader and fan of your column in the South Fulton Citizen, especially your latest on "Just invade France."

Let's be dogs' best friends

Delightful. Outgoing. Good. Sacred. Isn't it true?

Library construction costs more than private homes

In response to D. Jones about the cost of the library expansion:

Raise 'tobacco user fee' for 1st time in 32 years

I would like to speak on the current legislative issue regarding HB 379, increasing the tobacco user fee. I am a daughter of a 59-year-old woman who died from smoking related disease in 1998.

Story about massage parlor too graphic for young readers

I appreciate the thorough reporting of The Citizen on most issues; however, I just picked up today's edition and after reading the front page article on the sex parlor bust, I feel that I must voice my concern.

Can't leave Saddam in power with his chemical weapons

My name is Clint Ford and I am in the sixth grade at Booth Middle School.

Islam not a religion of peace, despite media's portrayal

Despite political assurances and media cover-up, Islam is not a "religion of peace." Allah is a god of war more closely resembling Mars or Kali than Jesus or Jehovah.

In scouting, once an Eagle, always an Eagle

Semantic point on Boy Scout story:

County has lost great man in Spencer's passing

It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Tyrone Police Chief Roger Spencer.

Pray for children's protection

Recently my son left on a two-day school trip. He was excited. I was concerned.

5th grader puts herself in a hungry girl's shoes

My daughter wrote a poem a few weeks ago in her fifth grade class. She attends Fayette Intermediate School. Her assignment was to write a poem from a picture. The picture she was given was one of a little girl about 6 years old and two older men back in the 1940s along a city street. The little girl is holding a threadbare blanket and looks like she might be homeless along with the other two men. No other information about the picture was given. It was all based on your own interpretation.

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