All Fayette County High School Start Times Changed Back to Last Year's Times, No Change to Bus Schedule

All Fayette County high school students will no longer arrive at school 15 minutes early effective Monday, August 23.

The school day will begin at 8:40 a.m., the same as last year. The end time remains at 3:20 p.m.
This change will not require any adjustments to the bus schedule. Buses will arrive at stops at the same time that was set at the beginning of the school year.

Students are being notified of this change by daily morning announcements made by the principal and messages posted on each school’s marquee. Parents are also being informed through Infinite Campus messages.

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Fayette County Home Values Follow National Trend

Home values in the Fayette County area are still in a state of decline according to the lastest index released by Zillow Real Estate Market Reports.  This report was calculated on August 2, 2010, and includes data through June 30, 2010.

The home value index indicates homes in the 30269 zip code as $233,300, a 3.3% decline since June 2009.

30269 Zillow Home Value Index

30269 Home Values - Interactive chart

Fayetteville home values have not fared as well as Peachtree City.  The zip code 30214 home value index has fallen 9.0% to $170,600, while 30215 homes fell 13.2% to $188,200 since June 2009.

30214 Zillow Home Value Index

30214 Home Values - Interactive chart

Overall, Georgia has continued to see a decline in the home value index as calculated by Zillow.com.  The latest numbers just released indicate an overall 7.8% fall for Georgia homeowners since June 2009.

Georgia Zillow Home Value Index

Georgia Home Values - Interactive chart

source:  Zillow.com
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Changes for New School Year in Fayette County

As students and parents prepare for the beginning of school, here are a few changes that will be in place on the first day.

The high school start time has been moved up to 8:25 a.m. to allow for a 15-minute instructional focus period for students to get remedial help, work on assignments or participate in additional activities. The end time will remain at 3:20 p.m. The start and end times for elementary and middle school are the same as last year: (elementary) 7:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and (middle) 8:25 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

Lunch prices have increased by a nickel at the elementary level and by a dime at the middle and high school levels. The increase is due to state budget cuts. The new prices are (elementary) $2.10 and (middle and high) $2.25.

Cleveland Elementary has a new principal at the helm following the retirement of Jean Miller who was the school’s first principal. The school’s assistant principal, Angie Southers, has been promoted to principal. Southers has worked within the system for a number of years and was the assistant principal at Tyrone Elementary before coming to Cleveland. She looks forward to working with the students, parents, staff and community in her new position.

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Fayette County Superintendent Finalists Applications Online

The public can view the applications of the three superintendent finalists on the school system’s website, www.fcboe.org, as well as at the Fayette County Board of Education Office located at 210 Stonewall Avenue West, Fayetteville.

Concerned citizens can submit their comments about the candidates to school board members via a link that has been provided on the website.

The finalists were announced following a brief executive session during a called meeting on July 13 at the Fayette County Board of Education. Dr. Jeffrey Bearden, superintendent of MSAD 35 in City Eliot, Maine; Dr. Roy “Cole” Pugh, superintendent of Eagle Mountain – Saginaw ISD in Ft. Worth, Texas; and Lynda S. Wenzel, state director with the Georgia Department of Education and former assistant superintendent of curriculum for Fayette County Public Schools are the candidates chosen by the board.

The superintendent will be chosen from the list of finalists at a future board meeting.

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Volunteers Help Maintain Local Nature Preserves

 Eagle Scout Henry Bentley constructed a bridge next to the fishing pond at Line Creek Nature Area.

Community volunteers are donating their summer time to help Southern Conservation Trust maintain its public nature preserves in Fayette County.  Their generosity helps the Trust stretch its donation income and addresses the wear and tear these popular parks receive from local visitors.

The girls’ Lacrosse Team from Whitewater High School is re-staining the three wetland observation decks at Sams Lake Sanctuary outside Fayetteville – a project spanning three days in the hot sun.  

Whitewater Lacrosse Team Stains Observation Deck at Sams Lake

At Line Creek Nature Area, Eagle Scouts Keelan Klarl and Henry Bentley have built foot bridges and re-routed trails so hikers can easily cross wet spots on the Creek and Pond Trails.  

Whitewater High student Sarah Blakeslee finished staining the picnic tables near the fishing pond and three young ladies cut back the overhanging branches to widen the entrance drive to the parking lot. In the spring the Brownies of Troop 10314 used money they earned selling Girl Scout cookies to plant native trees at Line Creek. 

Peachtree City resident Gary Humphries repaired the damage of vandals at the Flat Creek Nature Area who had painted graffiti on the boardwalk and pulled out the entrance sign.  This quiet forested wetland can be entered beside the Peachtree City Amphitheater. 

“As a small community land trust, we appreciate the many volunteers who help make our preserves great places to experience nature,” said Trust Executive Director Abby Jordan.  ”We have volunteer projects lasting a few hours or over several days.  An upcoming Volunteer Work Day in late fall will create landscape beds with native shrubs at the Line Creek entrance on Hwy 54, based on a design donated by Nearly Native Nursery in Fayetteville.” 

Southern Conservation Trust is a Fayette County-based conservation nonprofit that owns, manages and protects 1400 acres of farms, forests and environmentally sensitive land in the Southern Crescent. The Trust hosts environmental programs and enhances its three public preserves with trails, overlooks and re-introduction of native species.  As a regional land trust the Trust works with willing landowners to permanently protect open space that benefits the community and can offer tax benefits for the landowner.

If you or your service club would like to help maintain community greenspace, contact the Trust at www.sctlandtrust.org .

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Have You Seen Bo? Lost Dog near Pine Lake Estates

Editor Note:As a public service, we are passing along the following excerpt from an urgent email GA Heartland Humane Society just sent to the Fayette Front Page.  Please keep a sharp eye for little Bo.

I got a call this morning to help look for a Silver Toy Poodle named Bo, 4 years old.

The woman had rehomed him due to certain circumstances and this little guy got away from the new owner, maybe trying to find "mom". Original owner frantic and wants her baby back. Please keep your eyes open.

Dog was lost in Fayetteville near the Pine Lake Estates. He went missing yesterday Wednesday July 21st 2010.

Owner: Frieda 770 318-5964
Her friend Tracy: 678 350-8893

Dorlene Ginn
GA Heartland Humane Society

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Burglary Suspects Arrested in Fayetteville

The Fayetteville Police Department arrested 4 people for a reported residential burglary in Fayetteville, Georgia. 

On Wednesday, July 21, 2010 the Fayetteville Police Department received a 911 call of a possible burglary on Keaton Drive, Fayetteville Georgia. Officers found that someone had attempted to enter the home through a window. While investigating the case Officers received information from neighbors (vehicle and people description). 

Police stopped a car in the area of Keaton Drive. There were 3 adult males and one juvenile male in the car. 

A stolen gun from Henry County was found in the car. 

Further investigation indicated that the four attempted to gain entry into a home on Keaton Drive. 

Quinton Deanthony Jackson, 27 YOA, from Atlanta, Georgia - charged with Criminal attempted burglary and theft by receiving stolen property.

Jermist Djon Russell, 22 YOA, from Ellenwood, Georgia - charged with Criminal attempted burglary and theft by receiving stolen property.

Jewel Francis Hatch, 21 YOA, from Indianapolis, Indiana - charged with Criminal attempted burglary, theft by receiving stolen property, and possession of burglary tools.

Juvenile, 15 YOA, from Fayetteville, Georgia - charged with Criminal attempted burglary and theft by receiving stolen property.

Further charges may be pending. 

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With the downturn in the economy, changes in staffing, and a whole lot of other factors beyond our control, we made the executive decision to merge the Fayette Front Page into the Georgia Front Page. We also focused mightily on our Arts Across Georgia site, which is going great.

However, we missed sharing all the good news with our Fayette County friends! We've decided to rev it back up and do what we do best --- share all the good news and the factual news you've said you love.

We've set up a Facebook page (just do a search on Fayette Front Page) and we have a twitter account (@fayettefp). We now have well over 200 blogs rolling around out there feeding to our sites, our numerous twitter and Facebook pages, fan pages, and wherever we can find an open spot to post .

We're going to be posting more on this blog AND on our Fayette Live blog. Both will feed to Facebook and Twitter giving you numerous ways to keep up with the news (and plenty of places to advertise your business).

Give us a day or so to get the Fayette Front Page 'un-hooked' from the Georgia Front Page, then we hope you'll make it your home page and start following all the interesting things happening in our fantastic county!

County Commission: Maxwell and Smith Lose; BOE: Todd and Tolbert Win

County Commission Chairman Jack Smith lost to former Peachtree City Mayor Steve Brown by a hefty margin, Brown - 53.24% to Smith - 46.76%. County Commissioner Eric Maxwell's lost by a slightly larger margin to newcomer Allen McCarty, McCarty - 54.26% to Maxwell - 45.74%. Smith and Maxwell were first term Commissioners.

Incumbent School Board member Bob Todd, Post 5, won easily against challenger Charlie Cave, 61.94% to 38.06%.

Sam Tolbert, Board of Education Post 4, took 100% of the vote as he had no opposition.

Turnout in the county was fairly light with only 27.89% of registered voters casting a ballot. There are 69119 registered voters in the county, 19276 cards were cast in the election. 

PTC Police Ask for Info re: Mailbox Incidents

Over the past month, there have numerous reports from citizens that their mailboxes have been damaged, destroyed, or stolen. While these incidents appear to be predominantly occurring in subdivisions north of Highway 54, there have also been reports from citizens who reside in the southern area of Peachtree City. The subdivisions of the southern Kedron Village area appear to be targeted at a greater rate than others.

At least one witness has stated that the offenders appeared to be teenagers and were traveling on a golf cart. Additionally, the witness believed they were using either a bat or a broom handle. The majority of the incidents have occurred during the evening and early morning hours. A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the offenders. If anyone has information that would assist the Police Department in this or other incidents, please contact the Peachtree City Police Department at 770-487-8866, or the Crime and Narcotics Information Hotline at (770) 487-6010. You may remain anonymous.

Fayette County School Orientations Scheduled

As students get ready to head back to school on August 9, many will be entering the school system for the first time or graduating to middle or high school.

In order to help students and parents become familiar with their new schools, orientations will be held prior to the beginning of the academic year. During orientation, parents and students will receive information that will help make their first year at their new school an enriching and successful one.

Teachers, counselors, administrators and bus drivers will be on hand to help answer questions. Representatives from various clubs and organizations will also be in attendance to help introduce parents and students to extracurricular activities available at each school.
The orientation schedule is listed below.

All Elementary Schools will hold orientation on August 5, 4-6 p.m. The following schools will hold special pre-K and/or kindergarten orientations on August 5 at the times listed below by school.
• Brooks: Pre-K and Kindergarten, 8-10 a.m.
• Crabapple Lane: Kindergarten, 9-11 a.m.
• Huddleston: Kindergarten, 9-11 a.m.
• Inman: Pre-K and Kindergarten, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
• North Fayette: Pre-K and Kindergarten, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
• Peeples: Kindergarten, 9-11 a.m.
• Peachtree City: Kindergarten, 9-11 a.m.
• Robert J. Burch: Pre-K and Kindergarten, 9-11 a.m.
• Spring Hill: Kindergarten, 10 a.m.

Middle Schools
• Bennett’s Mill: August 6, (6th – 2-3:30 p.m.) (7th &8th – 4-5:30 p.m.)
• Fayette: August 6, (6th – 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) (7th & 8th – 9-10 a.m.)
• Flat Rock: August 5, (6th only– 2-3:30 p.m.)
Flat Rock: August 6, (7th & 8th – 3-5 p.m.)
• J.C. Booth: August 4, (6th – 4-5:30 p.m.) (7th &  8th – 2-3:30 p.m.)
• Rising Starr: August 5, (6th – 9:30-11 a.m.) (7th & 8th – 1:30-3 p.m.)
• Whitewater: August 5, (6th – 9-10:30 a.m.) (7th & 8th – 1:30-3 p.m.)

High Schools
• Fayette County: August 5, (9th grade and new students) – 6-7:30 p.m.
• McIntosh: July 29 & 30 (Camp McIntosh Freshman Orientation) July 29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and
July 30, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (parents attend)
• McIntosh: August 5 (for students not attending camp) (9th grade – 6:30-8 p.m.), (10th grade – 5-6:30 p.m.), (11th grade – 3:30-5 p.m.), and (12th grade – 2-3:30 p.m.).
• Sandy Creek: August 5, (9th grade and new students) – 6-8 p.m.
• Starr’s Mill: August 5, (9th grade and new students) – 6-8 p.m.
• Whitewater: August 4, (12th – 8-10 a.m.) (11th – 10 a.m.-12 p.m.) (10th – 2-4 p.m.) (9th – 4-6 p.m.)

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Meet and Greet with Sen. Seth Harp, Republican Candidate for Georgia Insurance Commissioner

Monday, July 19, noon until 12:30 at Partner's Pizza II at 215 Northlake Drive, Peachtree City, Ga 30269.

Please come out and join Seth for a meet and greet on one of his many stops of the "Harp Fly Around." Seth will be landing at Falcon Field as he flies in from Savannah, and speaking to the crowd, and also speaking with local business owners and customers.

If you are able to attend or have questions, please respond to cindymorley@bellsouth.net. We hope to see you there, and thank you for your continued support of Seth.

Superintendent Finalists Announced for Fayette County Public Schools

After a brief executive session during a called meeting on July 13, the Fayette County Board of Education has announced three finalists for Superintendent of Fayette County Public Schools.

Dr. Jeffery Bearden, superintendent of MSAD 35 in City Eliot, Maine; Dr. Roy “Cole” Pugh, superintendent of Eagle Mountain – Saginaw ISD in Ft. Worth, Texas; and Lynda S. Wenzel, state director with the Georgia Department of Education and former assistant superintendent of curriculum for Fayette County Public Schools are the candidates chosen by the board.

The applications of the candidates can be viewed at the Fayette County Board of Education Office located at 210 Stonewall Avenue West, Fayetteville. The superintendent will be chosen from the list of finalists at a future board meeting.

Fred Oliver is serving as acting superintendent until the position is filled. Oliver did not apply for the superintendent’s position.

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PTC Police Investigating Two Suspicious Vehicle Fires

The Peachtree City Police and Fire Departments are currently investigating two suspicious vehicle fires that have occurred over the past two weeks. On July 4th, 2010, at approximately 2:30 am, an early model Toyota Celica was set on fire in the driveway of the residence located at 109 Everhill, Peachtree City. Only several days after that, on July 11th, 2010, at approximately 1:50 am, a late model Chevrolet Aveo was set on fire in the driveway of the residence located at 125 Rockspray Ridge, Peachtree City.

If anyone has information that would assist the Police Department in this or other incidents, please contact the Peachtree City Criminal Investigations Division at 770-631-2510, the Peachtree City Police Department’s Crime and Narcotics Information Hotline at (770) 487-6010, or the Georgia Arson Control Board at 1-800-282-5804. Your tips can remain anonymous and a reward of up to $10,000 may be offered for the arrest and conviction of those responsible.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 7 p.m. today

The NWS has issued a Severe Thunderstorm WATCH for an area that includes Tyrone until 7:00 pm on July 13, 2010.

Advistory from PCPD regarding mailbox damage, trespassing at the FRED, new texting and seatbelt laws.

The Peachtree City Police Department would like to advise our community of several significant issues that have been reported over the past few weeks. Additionally, one new law, and one revised law were enacted on July 1, 2010. 

1) On July 1, 2010, the law banning texting while driving went into effect. This ban on cell phone use for those under 18, and overall ban on texting, applies not only to cars, trucks, and SUVs, but also to golf carts being operated on the roadway and also on the cart path system of Peachtree City.

The following information is the essence of the law:

• It is now illegal for anyone under age 18 who holds a learner's permit or Class D driver's license to talk or text on any wireless device while driving.

 o Exceptions allowed to report a crime/accident or while the vehicle is parked; also does not apply to in-vehicle navigation systems.
 o Penalties include a $150.00 fine and 1 Point on the driving record.
 o Fine could be doubled if an accident is involved while texting or talking.

• It is also now illegal for anyone over age 18 or who holds a Class C driver's license to read, write, or send a text message while driving.

 o Exceptions allowed to report a crime/accident or while the vehicle is parked; also does not apply to in-vehicle navigation systems.
 o Penalties include a $150.00 fine and 1 Point on the driving record.

2) All drivers must now wear seatbelts when operating pick up trucks. This revision to the seat belt law removes the controversial exemption that adults had when operating pick up trucks only. 

3) The department has received reports of subjects accessing the Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater while it is closed, and skateboarding within the facility. As the Amphitheater is closed during the times this is occurring, it is not only a violation of the rule that skate boarding is not allowed in the facility, but also a violation of Georgia Law encompassing trespassing. If anyone has information that would assist the Police Department in this or other incidents, please contact the Peachtree City Police Department at 770-487-8866, or the Crime and Narcotics Information Hotline at (770) 487-6010. You may remain anonymous.

4) Over the past few weeks, there have numerous reports from citizens that their mailboxes have been damaged, destroyed, or stolen. While these incidents appear to be predominantly occurring in subdivisions north of Highway 54, there have also been reports from citizens who reside on the southern area of Peachtree City. 
 

At least one witness has stated that the offenders appeared to be teenagers and were traveling on a golf cart. Additionally, the witness believed they were using either a bat or a broom handle. The majority of the incidents have occurred during the evening and early morning hours. If anyone has information that would assist the Police Department in this or other incidents, please contact the Peachtree City Police Department at 770-487-8866, or the Crime and Narcotics Information Hotline at (770) 487-6010. You may remain anonymous.

"Let Freedom Ring" July 4 in Fayetteville

The Annual  "Let Freedom Ring" Ceremony will take place at 2:00 PM on Sunday, 4 July 2010, at the Old Courthouse Lawn in Fayetteville, Georgia.  During this short but meaningful ceremony, the signers' names of the Declaration of Independence will be read, and a bell will be rung in their honor. The event is free and open to the public.  Bring lawn chairs for seating. 

The James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution and the Marquis de Lafayette Chapter Sons of the American Revolution sponsor this event. For additional information contact Susan Sloan, Commemorative Events Chairman for James Waldrop Chapter DAR, at 770-461-2458 or jandssloan@mindspring.com.   

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Fayette County Board of Education Town Hall Meeting & Candidates Forum

June 17, 2010, 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Christ's Church at Whitewater, Hwy 85 South, Fayetteville (south of Whitewater Middle School, north of Whitewater High School)

Music by Stan & Sheri Henley

The Fayette County Tea Party and Fayette-Coweta 912 Patriots are co-hosting a Town Hall meeting so you can meet, greet and hear from the candidates running in the July 20th primary election for seats on the Fayette County Board of Education.

The meeting will be about Fayette County

Board of Education issues only

An informal 30 minute meet and greet period will be from 7:00 - 7:30 PM.

The formal program will be from 7:30 - 8:45 PM. Each of the candidates will be given time to explain why we should vote for them.

Following their presentations, the audience will be given adequate time to address questions to the candidates.

The event is free of charge and everyone is invited.

Bring your friends!

The primary election date is July 20, 2010. Early voting begins June 7, 2010 in the Fayette County Elections Office on the second floor of the county complex in downtown Fayetteville. Advance voting will be from July 12th - July 16th at the Tyrone and Peachtree City Libraries from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily.

For more information please contact either

David Barlow, Email: davidbarlow@comcast.net
Jim Richter, Email: jimric314@gmail.com

“Let Freedom Ring” on July 4 at PTC UMC

The community is invited to a “Let Freedom Ring” celebration at Peachtree City United Methodist Church on Sunday, July 4, at 1:30 PM in honor of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and our nation’s 234th birthday. Several Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops will present the flag to kick off the program. Congressional Resolution Number 25, which established the nationwide ringing of bells at precisely 2:00 PM eastern daylight time, will be read aloud, followed by a reading of The Declaration of Independence. The PTCUMC Handbell Choir will perform two selections of patriotic music. The program will conclude at 2:00 PM with the ringing of the church’s belfry bell once for each of the 13 original colonies, with one person representing each state having the honor of ringing the bell. The celebration will be held in the PTCUMC Family Ministry Center at 400 Windgate Road. For further information contact PTCUMC at 770.487.6499 or see the church website at www.ptcumc.org.

Harold Bost Drops Out of Commission Race

Harold Bost has decided to withdraw from the Fayette County Commission Race.  Bost was running against Incumbent Jack Smith.  Bost will be supporting former Peachtree City Mayor Steve Brown.

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Peachtree City Camp McIntosh Early Bird Pricing available through May 15th!

Summer is almost here! This year the Peachtree City Parks and Recreation Department is offering a great incentive. Enroll on or before May 15th and and get Early Bird Pricing for Camp McIntosh Adventure Camp! Two week sessions are only $180 with the discount. Do the math that’s only $90 per week! Only $18 a day! All Peachtree City and Fayette County Residents pay the same price! Out of county residents please add 25%.

Camp McIntosh is an adventure camp like no other! In each two week session, campers will attend 4 trips and swim 6 days. Campers will also play fun games; participate in themed artcraft projects, and group activities. Camp McIntosh offers exciting trips this year including: Wild Animal Safari, IMAX, Georgia Aquarium, Whitewater, Callaway Gardens, Atlanta Braves Game, Six Flags and much much more! Trips are included in the price! Counselor ratios are maintained at 1:8. Camp McIntosh runs from June 7th through July 30th. Session I, III and IV will be held at Glenloch Recreation Center, and new this year, session II will be held at the Kedron Fieldhouse and Aquatic Center!

Session I Theme June 7-18 “Around the World in 10 Days” (Explore the World of Georgia), Session II June 21-July 2 “American Idols Got Talent” (End of Camp Talent Show), Session III July 5-16 “Wacky Wet and Wild” (if you like to get wet you will love this camp, and Session IV July 19-30 Camp MacAttackular (Funny Name, Serious Trips, Everyday!!!)

Camp McIntosh is open to children ages 5 ½ -11 including home schooled children. Hours are 9am-3:30pm. New this year, for an additional fee, Pre Camp is available as early as 7am and Post Camp is available as late as 6pm. For more information on Camp McIntosh please call the Peachtree City Parks and Recreation Department at 770 631-2542 between 8am-5pm Monday through Friday, or Register Now by visiting www.ptcrecreation.org

May Early Bird Prices are only valid through May 15th or when camps are full, whichever comes first.

Town of Tyrone Launches New Code Enforcement System to Collect and Manage Citizen Complaints

The Town of Tyrone launched a new web-based software program today that will automate, track, and store code enforcement complaints and other service requests from the public.

Citizens can go to www.tyrone.org/codeenforcement or click on "Submit a Request for Service" under the "I want to..." menu at the top of the website to submit a complaint or inquiry. The citizen will receive automated responses via email each time their complaint is updated through such time as the issue is resolved, keeping them in the loop of what is going on and allowing them to see the code enforcement process in real time.

Once a complaint is submitted, it goes to staff at Town Hall who then direct it to the appropriate department for action. Assigned employees then update the complaint in the system, which creates automated responses to the complainant and logs the work in a database for archiving.

Citizens without an email address, or those who do not wish to provide one, may contact Town Hall at 770-487-4038 to file their complaint. These complaints will be entered into the system by staff for internal tracking.

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Illegal Tire Dumping Leads to Felony Arrest

Investigators with the Tyrone Police Department made an arrest Wednesday in connection to an unlawful dumping case involving scrap tires. Charles Ejemba of John’s Creek was arrested at his home on a warrant and is currently being held in the Fayette County Jail awaiting bond. The Tyrone Police Department received a complaint on April 19, 2010 that a large quantity of used tires had been dumped on private property in the Town limits and began an investigation. Evidence located in the pile of tires led police to Manheim Auto Auction in Red Oak and then to the suspect, who operates a scrap tire removal service. The Georgia EPD is also looking into charges that the suspect falsified State manifests and used another carrier’s ID number on the paperwork. Ejemba has been charged with one felony count of Unlawful Dumping for Commercial Purposes. Aside from being unsightly and expensive to dispose of, scrap tires pose a public health risk because water pools inside of them making them perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes.

Fayetteville Police Host 2010 Junior Police Academy

This year the Fayetteville Police Department is hosting their seventh annual Junior Police Academy. This is an academy for children who have completed the sixth grade and/or going into the seventh, eight, or ninth grades and live in Fayette County. The dates for the academy are July 26-29, 2010. The academy day begins at 8AM and is over by 4PM. The week consists of the recruits learning many different facets of police work to include but not limited to Defensive Tactics, Traffic Laws, DUI laws, K-9, Crime Scene Processing, Handcuffing…just to name a few.

If you are interested, please come by the Fayetteville Police Department and pick up an application. The applications are due in no later than June 1, 2010 by 5PM.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Lieutenant Debbie Chambers at 770-461-4441.

Fayette Chamber's 11th Annual Partners in Education Recognition Breakfast May 14

The Fayette County Chamber of Commerce will recognize the 2010 Outstanding Business Partners of the Year at their annual Partners in Education Recognition Breakfast on Friday, May 14, 2010, 7:30 am at New Hope Baptist Church in Fayetteville.

This year’s program will include; guest speaker Kathy Cox, Georgia’s State Superintendent of Schools. Under Superintendent Cox’s leadership, Georgia has seen unprecedented gains in student achievement. A special recognition will be given in honor of retiring Fayette County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. John DeCotis, plus the annual awards presentation for the 2010 Outstanding Partners of the year. New this year will be an award given to a Fayette County School recognized for its strong relationships with its business partners.

The community is cordially invited to attend the breakfast. The cost is $10.00 per person. Pre-registration required by Wednesday, May 11th. You may register online through the Chamber’s event calendar at www.FayetteChamber.org or contact the Chamber at (770) 461-9983 for payment options.

Sponsors for this year’s breakfast are Delta Community Credit Union, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, and The Southern Federal Credit Union. Additional support is provided by Huntington Learning Center, Progressive Tutoring of America, Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services, and Primrose School of Peachtree City.

The Partners in Education program is a joint effort of the Chamber and the Fayette County Board of Education that provides an avenue for businesses to form partnerships with public schools and educational programs in Fayette County. Business “Partners” work with the school system to prepare the workforce of tomorrow by providing enhanced educational opportunities for students. To learn more about getting involved with the Partners in Education program, contact Joyce Gaglione at the Fayette Chamber (770) 461.9983 or go to www.FayetteChamber.org/PartnersinEducation.
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The Woodruff Arts Center Honors Bennett’s Mill Middle School Band Director, Ricky Williams

The Woodruff Arts Center is pleased to announce Ricky Williams as an honoree for the third annual Woodruff Salutes Georgia Arts in Education Leaders program. Mr. Williams’ commitment to musical education has earned him this recognition.

Mr. Williams has been the Band Director for Bennett’s Mill Middle School since the school opened in 2007 and has served as a band director for the past 20 years. He demands hard work, discipline, and teamwork, and holds students to a high standard. He strongly encourages all students to take private lessons and has established a Private Lesson Academy at the school to make lessons more accessible to students. Mr. Williams is dedicated to student growth, volunteering his time before and after school to work with any students who need extra coaching. Mr. Williams finds opportunities for his band to perform in the community and competitively, having won many awards and honors in a very short time. Carolyn Callison, a parent of one of Mr. Williams’ students said of his efforts, “As a parent, I am very happy that my children have had the opportunity to be a part of such a first-rate band program. Mr. Williams is dedicated to providing top quality music education and has inspired a love of music in many students that they will enjoy for a lifetime.”

As one of five honorees, Mr. Williams will receive $2,500 to contribute to the arts program of his choice. He will also be recognized with a reception at Bennett’s Mill Middle School on April 15 and at a culminating reception for all honorees to be held at the Woodruff Arts Center on May 22, 2010.

You’re Invited! Join us as we celebrate Woodruff Salutes Georgia Arts In Education honoree Ricky Williams.

WHEN: April 15, 2010, 4:00 pm
WHERE: Bennett’s Mill Middle School, Media Center
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Joseph R. Bankoff, President and CEO, The Woodruff Arts Center
ITINERARY: Guests will arrive, mingle and enjoy catered refreshments. Joe Bankoff will then say a few words about Mr. Williams and the importance of art in education in Georgia schools. Mr. Bankoff will then present Mr. Williams with a check for $2,500 to be donated to the Bennett’s Mill Middle School Band Boosters. Woodruff Salutes is a program designed to honor teachers, school and arts administrators, community leaders, and volunteers throughout Georgia who have championed and demonstrated the ability of the arts to impact positively the lives and learning of young people in grades PreK– 12. Honorees were selected by the Woodruff Arts Center Education Task Force.

The Woodruff Arts Center recognizes the power and potential of opening young minds through the arts. Woodruff’s divisions – Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, High Museum of Art and Young Audiences – share a mission to provide arts learning experiences of the highest quality. This campus-wide commitment makes arts education uniquely based on performances, exhibitions and school curriculums accessible via one arts center. Through the Woodruff, the arts bring learning to life for more than a million students across Georgia and neighboring states each year.

For more information about Woodruff Salutes, please visit http://www.woodruffcenter.org/Center-Initiatives/Woodruff-Salutes.aspx.
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Fayette County Google Fiber Survey Results Released

Fayette County Residents, Businesses Receptive to Google Trial Concept

The Fayette County Internet Usage Survey, created by the City of Peachtree City and distributed to County residents and business owners through a variety of sources, closed on March 23. The results of the survey give information regarding the County's Internet profile to the County and municipalities finishing the RFI response to Google for the Google Fiber for Communities project.

Over 1,000 Fayette County citizens and business owners responded to the survey. Some of the statistics include:

· Over 63% of residents who responded live in Peachtree City, followed by Fayetteville with 17% of the respondents, the unincorporated County having nearly 12%, Tyrone with almost 6%, and Brooks and Woolsey residents rounding out the totals.

· The majority of residents who responded pay between $31 and $50 per month for Internet services in their home.

· The majority of respondents reported their speeds are in the "broadband" range (73% report download speed over 3 Mbps, and 68% report their upload speeds are over 1Mbps).

· In terms of reliability, nearly half of residents responded their service was "fairly reliable" and 15% reported their service "never goes down." Nearly half of all residents report their customer service experiences with Internet providers as "average," 20% report "above average," and 6% report "excellent" customer service.

· On the business side, 53% of business owners who responded to the survey have a business in Peachtree City, followed by Fayetteville with 18%, the unincorporated County with 14.5% and Tyrone with 12%.

· Ninety-four percent of those business owners who responded use the Internet as a part of their business, either as an amenity or to conduct business.

· More than 72% of business respondents reported their monthly costs for Internet were above $41 per month.

· Sixty-eight percent of business respondents report their speed in the "broadband" range for downloads, while 70% have upload speeds at 1 Mbps or higher.

· Reliability and customer service scores for business Internet were similar to the resident responses, with 63% of business owners reporting "fairly stable" or above reliability and nearly 70 percent reporting customer service of average or above.

When asked to provide comments and feedback about the potential of a Google trial in Fayette County, an overwhelmingly positive response was received, with 73% of the comments in support of the Google trial. Comments from the community included the benefits to business, education and overall competition in the market.

The summary results are available at http://www.peachtree-city.org/google , as well as a link to allow citizens, businesses and community groups to get their last-minute nominations in to Google for Fayette County as a home of the trial network. Fayette County and its municipalities are finishing their response document now, but still would like the citizens to make their voices heard to Google. The nomination deadline is Friday, March 26.
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9th Annual Spring Yard Sale --- HUGE!

Calling all bargain hunters! Visit over 50 yard sales at one location during the 9th Annual Spring Yard Sale on April 3, 2010. This community yard sale will be held at Kiwanis Park (980 Redwine Road, Fayetteville). With over 14,000 square feet of bargains, this special event will be open to the public from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Fayette County Parks and Recreation Department holds community yard sales biannually (Spring and Fall). Vendors are local residents from Fayette and surrounding counties. It is worth the drive! Past sales have attracted hundreds of bargain-hunters from Marietta to Macon, Columbus to Norcross, and everywhere in between. FREE admission and parking for all bargain hunters! All vendor booths have been sold. The 10th Annual Harvest Yard Sale is expected to be held in October with vendor registration starting in August.

9th Annual Spring Yard Sale

April 3, 2010
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Kiwanis Park
980 Redwine Road, Fayetteville
(next to baseball fields)

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Expected items for sale include:

§ Clothing (infant – adult), baby & early childhood items, dolls, and toys!
§ Antiques, home décor, books, videos, music, kitchen & bath accessories!
§ Furniture, household items, handmade arts & crafts and baby blankets!
§ Lawn mowers, yard equipment, auto supplies, tools and hardware!
§ Sports & exercise equipment and Relay For Life items!
§ Music, videos games, electronics and tools!
§ Holiday gifts, decorations, and handmade greeting cards!
§ Floral arrangements, new and custom-made jewelry, and Avon products!
§ Fayette County Special Olympics fundraiser with limited food, baked goods, drinks, and much more!

Directions: From intersection of Hwy. 85 and Hwy. 54 in downtown Fayetteville, take Hwy. 85 south. After City Café & Deli, take a slight right onto Beauregard Blvd. Continue about 1.8 miles straight through several stop signs during which the road will change name to Redwine Road. Turn left after the baseball fields when you will see the “Fayette County Activities House” sign on left. Arrive at 980 Redwine Road, Fayetteville (Kiwanis Park).

Call 770-716-4320 or visit www.fayettecountyga.gov for more information.

The Spring Yard Sale on April 3 will feature a fundraising booth for the Fayette County Special Olympics. The goal of the Fayette County Special Olympics is to help bring persons with intellectual disabilities into the larger society under conditions whereby they are accepted, respected, and given the chance to become useful and productive citizens. When we achieve this goal through our sports program, we demonstrate that Special Olympics has a unique value: to show the world that every person counts and that every person can be something good when we work together.

Fayette County Special Olympics invests in people with intellectual disabilities, helping them to develop athletic skills, while also promoting the abilities of the athletes off the field. When our athletes succeed, attitudes change, the community develops, health and self-esteem are built, and the eyes of the world are focused on all that is good and hopeful and positive. Athletes gain skills for employment, learn independent living skills, form relationships and help others understand their extraordinary capabilities despite health issues they experience daily.

Twenty-three different sports are offered on the state-level of Special Olympics for athletes to experience; Fayette County actively participates in nineteen of those sports including badminton, swimming, soccer and gymnastics. The Special Olympic athletes in Fayette County range in age from 8 years old to 63 years old!
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Former Tyrone Officer arrested for Child Molestation

On March 11, 2010 Matthew New was arrested by Fayetteville Police Department for Child Molestation. The arrest was a result of an investigation that began on February 2, 2010. New was a police officer in Tyrone at the beginning of the investigation and resigned from the department on February 24, 2010 because of an unrelated issue.

The allegation of molestation was filed by a member of New’s family and occurred in November 2007. During the investigation, several pieces of New’s computer were taken for examination. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation conducted a forensic examination of New’s computer which revealed evidence of the crime. In addition to that evidence, other evidence of additional crimes were also located.

Mr. New faces additional charges for Child Molestation, Sexual Battery, Enticing a Child for Indecent Purposes, and Child Pornography.

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Piedmont Fayette Hospital Minor Emergency Care Center Temporarily Closed for Renovations

The Piedmont Fayette Hospital (PFH) Minor Emergency Care Center (MECC) is closed for one week for renovations and will reopen on Tuesday, March 9.

The renovations will bring diagnostic services closer to the MECC for increased efficiency in patient flow. Included in the redesign are new finishes and a rearranged MECC and Outpatient Diagnostic Center (ODC). The ODC will not be closing, but renovations will make for better patient flow and access to PFH services.

The MECC is staffed by physicians, nurses and other emergency staff professionals who are able to treat a range of emergency conditions. Some of these conditions include cuts, bruises, ear aches, cold and flu symptoms, broken bones and other injuries or illnesses that are not perceived to be life, limb or vision threatening, including chest pains.

“We are pleased to be making these renovations to more comfortably serve our patients,” said Darrell Cutts, president and CEO of Piedmont Fayette Hospital. “We are doing everything we can to make this a seamless transition, and when renovations are complete; we will have a new and improved Minor Emergency Care Center for community members.”

The MECC is located less than two miles away from Piedmont Fayette Hospital at 105 Yorktown Drive, Fayetteville, Ga. Please call 770-716-2082 or visit fayettehospital.org for more information.
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Fayette County Deputies are looking for a potential predator/suspect in attempted kidnapping in North Fayette.

On Wednesday February 17, 2010 a black male allegedly attempted to kidnap a young girl in the Landmark Mobile Home Park on Milam Road just north of Tyrone.

According to news reports, the man approached the girl as she was playing outside and asked her to help him find his dog. The girl said "no" and began to run away, but the suspect grabbed her by the shirt. An unknown passerby in a white van with red lettering yelled at the suspect who then ran from the scene.

We have received information that a black male matching the description in the composite drawing was observed driving a white mid-90's model Lincoln Town car some time prior to this incident.

If you observe anyone matching this description, please call 911 or contact Det. Josh Shelton at the Fayette County Sheriff's Office at 770-716-4777

Road Update

Georgia DOT crews are currently working to clear the roadways, bridges and overpasses throughout the West Central Georgia area as snow and ice is rapidly accumulating on the roadways.

 

The following roads have been reported closed:

 

• Lamar County – SR 36 between Barnesville and I-75
• Stewart County – SR 1, 1 lane westbound closed
• Talbot County – SR 190, closed due to fallen tree
• Harris County – SR 354 is closed between SR 1 and SR 190 (near Pine Mountain)

 

Georgia DOT crews are currently working to clear the roadways, bridges and overpasses on the following routes where snow and or icing have occurred:

 

• Taylor County – SR 3 and 96 – plowing and salting icy spots
• Stewart County – SR 39 –salting bridges
• Sumter County – SR 27 – scraping road
• Webster County – SR 41 – scraping road
• Marion County – all roads starting to ice
• Peach County – salting all State Routes
• Dooly County – SR 90 – salting bridges
• Houston County – salting bridge and ramps at Exit 127, 128, 134
• Pulaski County – SR 11 - salting road
• Bibb County – I-75, I-475 and I-16 – salting road, bridges and ramps
• Monroe County - I-75 – salting road, bridges and ramps; SR 19 – plowing and salting icy spots
• Twiggs County – I-16 – plowing and salting bridges
• Butts County – salting all bridges on State Routes
• Fayette County - salting all bridges on State Routes
• Henry County - salting all bridges on State Routes and the intersection of SR 138 and SR 42, and the intersection of SR 138 and SR 155
• Spalding County - salting all bridges on State Routes and SR 92 between Jim Goodsen and Vaughn Road

• All other counties are experiencing snow and ice accumulation on the roadways. Georgia DOT Crews continue to salt, plow and scrape all interstates and primary state routes.

Snow Accumulating in Fayette

Snow beginning to accumulate on Peachtree City streets

At about 4:00 p.m., the Peachtree City Police Department advised that snow was beginning to accumulate on Peachtree City streets, making the roads slick. Those who must go out are urged to drive slowly and with extreme caution. The Peachtree City Public Works department continues to put sand at major intersections.

Clover Green closing Monday

The City of Peachtree City will be closing Clover Green, which runs between Paschall Road off Highway 74 South and Clover Reach, on Monday, February 15, to repair the sewer line serving Fire Station 81. The fire station will be accessible from Paschall Road, and the businesses on Clover Green will be accessible from Clover Reach. Staff expects the roadway to be closed for approximately three days during the repairs.

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9th Annual Spring Yard Sale (posted as the snow falls...)

Calling all bargain hunters! Visit over 50 yard sales at on location during the 9th Annual Spring Yard Sale on April 3, 2010. This community yard sale will be held at the Kiwanis Park (980 Redwine Road, Fayetteville). With over 14,500 square feet of bargains, this special event will be open to the public from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Fayette County Parks and Recreation Department holds community yard sales biannually (Spring and Fall). Vendors are local residents from Fayette and surrounding counties. It is worth the drive! Past sales have attracted hundreds of bargain-hunters from Marietta to Macon, Columbus to Norcross, and everywhere in between. FREE admission and parking for all bargain hunters! All vendor booths sold out in the first five days of registration. The 9th Annual Spring Yard Sale is expected to be held in April 2010 with vendor registration starting in January.

9th Annual Spring Yard Sale
April 3, 2010
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Kiwanis Park
980 Redwine Road, Fayetteville
(next to baseball fields)

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Expected items for sale include:

§ Clothing (infant – adult), baby & early childhood items, dolls, and toys!
§ Antiques, home décor, books, videos, music, kitchen & bath accessories!
§ Furniture, household items, handmade arts & crafts!
§ Lawn mowers, yard equipment, auto supplies, tools and hardware!
§ Sports equipment, music, videos games, electronics & tools!
§ Holiday gifts, decorations, and handmade greeting cards!
§ Floral arrangements, new and custom-made jewelry, and Avon products!
§ Limited food, baked goods, drinks, and much more!

Directions: From intersection of Hwy. 85 and Hwy. 54 in downtown Fayetteville, take Hwy. 85 south. After City Café & Deli, take a slight right onto Beauregard Blvd. Continue about 1.8 miles straight through several stop signs during which the road will change name to Redwine Road. Turn left after the baseball fields. You will see the “Fayette County Activities House” sign on left. Arrive at 980 Redwine Road, Fayetteville (Kiwanis Park).

Call 770-716-4320 or visit www.fayettecountyga.gov for more information.
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Seniors Rally to Oppose Budget Cuts

Members of the Fayette Senior Advocacy Council and elder services advocates from all over Georgia rallied at the state capitol on January 28, 2010 to state their opposition to proposed budget cuts to services that help older adults remain healthy and living independently. The Governor’s budgets (amended 2010 and proposed 2011) were formally submitted to the state legislature on Friday, January 15. As expected, both budgets reflect fund reductions in areas critical to the health and welfare of seniors and their families in the community.

Under the auspices of Fayette Senior Services, Inc. the Fayette Senior Advocacy Council serves to further advocate for the common good and general welfare of Fayette County’s older adults. Fayette Senior Services (FSS), a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, provides social services that promote the emotional, social, and physical well-being of older adults to improve their quality of life and help them to maintain their independence. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) is the designated aging service provider for Fayette County as contracted by the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Area Agency on Aging. FSS coordinates and manages the delivery of social services on behalf of Fayette County government. These services include Meals On Wheels, Adult Day Referral Service, Information & Assistance, Transportation, Congregate Meal Program, In-Home Personal Care/Homemaker Services, Case Management, and Home Repair. FSS also provides a wide variety of social, educational, recreational, and fitness programs for active older adults at its Life Enrichment Center in Fayetteville.

Fayette Senior Services has already felt the direct impact of state’s budget cuts in 2009 when funding for kinship care (grandparents raising grandchildren) and respite care services were eliminated. Fayette Senior Services Executive Director, Debbie Britt says the worst is not over. “The state budget reductions, coupled with decreased funding from our local government, have caused some seniors to be placed on waiting lists to receive one or more of the social services we provide.” She adds “It’s very likely that the state will cut our funding even further this year and we’re very concerned about the financial challenges that our local governments our facing and how that will impact the services we provide to Fayette County’s seniors.” Britt adds, “When you consider that Fayette County has the third fastest growing senior population in metro Atlanta, it’s no surprise that the demand for social services continues to grow each month. We’re looking to create innovative solutions with our local government to better address the diverse needs of our aging population.”

The Fayette Advocacy Council were among hundreds of other senior advocates from across the state who were at the Capitol to deliver a simple message to Senators and Representatives – “Don’t cut funding to programs that help seniors get their basic needs met or to those that provide respite to family caregivers.” The Fayette Advocacy Council will continue their efforts to raise awareness for the needs of older adults by meeting with state Senators and Representatives during Senior Week at the Capitol, February 24, 25, and 26. For information about Senior Week or the Fayette Advocacy Council contact Susan Landais, FSS Program Manager at slandais@fayss.org.

Concerned citizens are also encouraged to contact the Fayette County Board of Commissioners to address budget considerations and support for senior services. Currently the county funds less than 10 percent of the overall cost to provide senior social services. Citizens are also welcomed to contact Debbie Britt, Executive Director at dbritt@fayss.org for more information and facts about Fayette Senior Services (www.FayetteSeniors.org - 770-461-0813).
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Fayetteville Main Street Program Recognized for 10 Years of Activity

Fayetteville Main Street Director, Brian Wismer, and Main Street Chairman, Lane Brown, received recognition from Commissioner Mike Beatty of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs for being an active Georgia Main Street city for over 10 years.

The Main Street program is a nationwide effort created by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in 1980.

It was designed to help revitalize historic downtown districts across America.

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SBA Holding Workshop on Micro-Loans At the District Office in Peachtree Center

A free workshop on how to obtain an SBA-back Micro-Loan will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on March 4th at the agency’s Georgia District Office in Peachtree Center. The SBA District Office is located downtown at 233 Peachtree Street, Suite 1900-Harris Tower, Atlanta, GA 30303.
The two-hour workshop will provide information about who are the local micro-lenders and what are their eligibility requirements for obtaining a small business loan ranging from $500 to $50,000. Other general information will be provided on all types of SBA guaranteed loans and proposals to increase their dollar amount and expanded use.

Presenters will include staff from the Women’s Economic Development Agency (WEDA); the DeKalb Enterprise Business Corporation; Georgia State University Small Business Development Center (SBDC); the Atlanta Micro-Loan Fund; and the SBA Georgia District Office.

Pre-registration is required for the workshop. To register online, go to www.sba.gov/ga and cursor down to Spotlight-Public Training and Seminars-Register Now! Select seminar date from the drop down list. Complete relevant information and click “Register.” A registration form can be faxed to 404/331-0101, Attention: Dorothy Fletcher.

SBA’s participation in this workshop is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products or services of any person or entity. All SBA programs, services and cosponsored activities are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact Dorothy Fletcher at 404-331-0100, ext. 305 or via email at Dorothy.Fletcher@sba.gov.