Our bloggers talk about Sarah Palin

Mint Julep Journal:

Miz Vul, You ever watch them talking heads?
I've been listening to those so-called talking heads yakking on television about Sarah Palin. They need to get their heads out from where the sun don't shine! They're scurrying around trying to find some trash to talk about her just hoping to dampen the enthusiasm....

You call this change?
Will the real Democratic response please speak up? First Obama and Hillary say the anticipated snide remarks - which played even nastier coming on the heels of Palin's gracious mention of them and Ferraro in her speech. (I tell you, when I heard Palin's respectful mention of Hillary and Ferraro, I teared-up. I did.)

Wonder how Sarah Palin feels about Mint Juleps?
My goodness, that woman has done everything hasn't she? Eats mooseburgers, shoots guns, hunts, has five kiddos, has governed a state and been mayor of a city. She was a beauty contestant, winning something or other, and has that kick-butt spirit wrapped in syrup that so reminds me of a Southern gal...

What a Way to Celebrate Women's Suffrage
Hey Girls,
I've said it before, and I'll say it again: those Republicans sure do know how to celebrate and commemorate. I just heard McCain announce his running mate...

Toxic Treadmill:

Nothing Toxic About Sarah Palin
There's nothing toxic about Sarah Palin... unless you happen to be on "the other team". I can't remember when a choice made by any political party has so energized a group! I wasn't particularly involved when Geraldine Ferraro was picked as VP on the Democratic side so I can't compare this to then. It seems she was truly picked just to try and give a token...

JMac Politics:

Heard enough about Palin?
Ah well, too bad. Quit reading now if you're already tired of it all! I'm not...I posted a story from the McCain campaign on our Republican Candidate blog (and State & National News, and Republican News Sweep) earlier. Someone commented that McCain had just put an inexperienced woman a heartbeat from the Presidency, and then said some wonderful things about McCain's mental abilities that weren't very nice so I couldn't post it...

More on Sarah Palin
I know I posted something earlier, but now I've been listening to some of the talk and hype... It is an electric pick! My favorite quote from a commentator (not exact) was "she knows how to eat a mooseburger and shoot a gun." ...

Go McCain! Sarah Palin is a GREAT choice!
I am so thrilled to hear McCain is picking Sarah Palin. She is a fantastic choice. Bet that one shocks the political scene.

Republican Candidates:

"A Reform Ticket"
"For starters, we'd say Governor Palin's credentials as an agent of reform exceed Barack Obama's." -- The Wall Street Journal

McCain Picks Sarah Palin, Alaska Governor as VP
U.S. Senator John McCain today announced that he has selected Alaska Governor Sarah Palin to be his running mate and to serve as his vice president....

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We probably missed a few posts about Presidential Candidate John McCain's pick of Sarah Palin for his Vice President! We're steering clear of politics on here as when we asked if you wanted us to continue, no one said yes. We have quite a few political blogs going, all are hopefully respectful in large part! If you'd like to check them out visit www.FayetteFrontPage.com and scroll down the right side to see a listing of blogs.

Recall Roundup

We haven't shared recalls with you lately! Be sure to visit the Recall Roundup blog if you'd like to keep track of all kinds of recalls and notices regarding problems with products!

Wooden Infant Toys Recalled by Habermaass Corp. Due to Choking Hazard
Name of Product: Wooden Puzzles, Infant Rattles, Pacifier Holders, and Stroller Toys

Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Orioxi International Due to Strangulation Hazard
Name of Product: Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets

Regal Lager Recalls to Repair Phil & Teds Strollers Due to Laceration Hazard
Name of Product: Phil & Teds e3 Single Buggy, e3 Twin Buggy and sport v1 Single Buggy Strollers (an additional 425 e3 Twin Buggy Strollers were recalled on May 5, 2006)

Countertop Water Dispensers Recalled by Greenway Home Products Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
Name of Product: Countertop Water Dispensers

Six Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangulation Hazard
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging retailers across the country to protect the health and safety of babies by stopping sale and recalling nearly 900,000 dangerous Simplicity bassinets.

Infants Strangled to Death in Simplicity Bassinets: CPSC Urges Consumers To Stop Using Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 Convertible “Close-Sleeper” Models
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging parents and caregivers to stop using convertible “close-sleeper/bedside sleeper” bassinets manufactured by Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa.

Bonne Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Name of Product: Bonne Bell Children’s Cosmetics Accessory Bags

"Fresh from the Deli" American Sub Sandwich Recalled by Landshire, Inc. Because of Possible Health Risk
Landshire, Inc. is recalling its American Sub sandwich because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria Monocytogenes,

Trans Ocean Products Recalls "Cracked Pepper Style Smoked Salmon" LOT No 54933-2 Because of Possible Health Risks
Trans-Ocean Products, Inc. of Bellingham, Washington is recalling its 4 ounce Cracked Pepper Style Smoked Salmon Lot No 54933-2 because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

Indoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by Lithonia Lighting Due to Impact Hazard

IMS Recalls Car Chargers Used With Halogen Spotlights Sold at Sears and K-Mart Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Stroller Activity Bars Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking Hazard

Coffee Makers Recalled by Sears Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Name of Product: Kenmore and Kenmore Elite Coffee Makers

Problems with Boniva, Actonel & Fosamax

Many are taking Fosamax, Boniva and other similar drugs designed to stave off osteoporosis. Here's two articles we encourage you to read:

Fosamax, Boniva & Actonel Linked To Jaw Bone Disorders
http://injury-law.freeadvice.com/drug-toxic_chemicals/fosamax-linked-to-jaw-bone-disorders.htm

Merck Braces for Flood of Fosamax Lawsuits
Osteoporosis Medication Can Destroy Patients' Jawbones
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2007/02/fosamax.html

KB Studio Offers Oil Painting and Screenwriting Classes

8/31/08 (8:18 p.m.) Intro. to oil painting: Tues. day & evening classes; 10:00-12:00, 1:00-3:00 and 6:30-8:30 pm at KB Art Studio in Fayetteville. $100.00 for 4 classes (one make-up). $20 for materials if you do not have your own. Intro. to screenplay writing on Monday mornings 10-12:00 and Thursday nights 6:30-8:30. Learn the basic format for writing a screenplay, the basic template for storylines and about character traits that work best for movies. $80 for 4 classes plus $10/copy of the script CRASH, last years award winning script. www.KBArtStudio.com for more info or Kathaleen@KBArtStudio to register.

CDC Releases New Data on Epilepsy from Multiple States

A multi-state study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found that about one out of 100 adults have active epilepsy, and more than one-third are not getting sufficient treatment. The study, which examined the prevalence of epilepsy or seizure disorder in 19 states, was published in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report... Click to read: CDC Releases New Data on Epilepsy from Multiple States

Cookbook Author & Lecturer Susan Delaine Serves Up Healthy Eating Cooking Demonstration at the Fayette County Public Library

8/28/08 (7:09 p.m.) Cookbook author and lecturer Susan Delaine teams up with Fayette County Library to share her expertise with members of the community who would like to learn more about how to prepare balanced, healthy... More

Teachers Can Enjoy Exhibits, IMAX®, Curriculum Ideas and Fun at Fernbank Museum of Natural History’s Annual Educator Evening

8/29/08 (1:52 p.m.) Fernbank Museum of Natural History will host its annual Educator Evening on Tuesday, September 16 at 5:30 p.m. to kick off the 2008-09 school year. This event is held exclusively for teachers and is offered... More

Workshop Helps Parents and Students Plan for College

8/29/08 (2:55 p.m.) Parents and students who want to learn more information about preparing for and entering college are invited to attend a college information workshop at Willie Duke Auditorium hosted by the Starr’s Mill High Guidance Department. The workshop will be held October 28 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Experts will address topics such as college admission, financial aid, SAT and ACT prep and gacollege411.org information. The event is free and open to the public

Classes at Callaway Gardens:

Taking Your Photography to the Next Level: Creative Photography Beyond the Auto Mode
Mastering Exposure: Intermediate Topics in Digital Photography
Victorian Santa Gourd Art Workshop
Architecture Drawing in the Landscape
Chinese Brush Painting
... More Classes

FCFT Looking for Male for Role of Court Guard

8/28/08 (8:39 p.m.) Fayette Coweta Family Theatre is looking for a male 16 or older to take the role of the Court Guard in our quickly approaching Dinner Theatre production of Twelve Angry Men. The role is a very small (5 lines) role that would be easy to learn. Contact Tammy Barton, 770-599-0051 or 770-251-7611 if interested or for questions. For show dates go to www.fcft.net/TwelveAngryMen.

Gallery Players Return to Gallery Row on September 7

8/28/08 (9:11 p.m.) After an audience-pleasing initial performance at the Gallery Row coffee shop in Peachtree City, the Gallery Players improvisation troupe is set to return on Sunday... More

PTC First Presbyterian Church Announces Community Concert Series

8/27/08 (4:34 p.m.) A new tradition begins at First Presbyterian Church in Peachtree City on Sunday, September 21 at 4 pm as organist Sam De Carlo presents an afternoon of inspirational music... PTC First Presbyterian Church Announces Community Concert Series

FFCF 5th Sunday Service Open to All

8/28/08 (1:37 p.m.) The Fellowship of Christian Churches and Friends (FCCF) 5th Sunday Service will be held Sunday, August 31st at 2:30 PM at True Love Ministries, at 192 Graves Road in... More

Labor Day Traffic and Construction Project Update from DOT

The Georgia Department of Transportation is assuring visitors across the State of Georgia that, with proper planning, they will be able to get to major event venues over Labor Day weekend despite expected traffic delays resulting from major interstate reconstruction projects on Interstate 85 in Fulton/Coweta/Meriwether Counties. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the construction project on I-85 by taking US 29 or State Route 54 in order to bypass the work zone... Click to read: Labor Day Traffic and Construction Project Update from DOT

Two Articles re: Clayton County Schools Loss of Accreditation, Board Removals

The following two articles were included in the Georgia Front Page newsletter. Since this could have a huge impact on Fayette County schools we thought you'd be interested in reading:

Statement from Superintendent Kathy Cox Regarding Clayton County Schools
"I am very saddened that the Clayton County School District has lost its accreditation. My immediate thoughts are with the students, teachers and parents who are directly affected by this decision. The future of many excellent students, especially those in Clayton County high schools, has been thrust into turmoil by the actions of the very people who were elected to look out for their best interests."... Click to read: Statement from Superintendent Kathy Cox Regarding Clayton County Schools

Governor Removes Clayton County School Board Members
Governor Sonny Perdue issued an Executive Order today removing four members of the Clayton County School Board - Michelle Strong, Louise Baines-Hunter, Yolonda Everett and Sandra Scott - who were found by State Administrative Hearing Judge Michael Malihi to have violated their duties under state law. The Executive Order also formally removed Rod Johnson and Norreese Haynes who had previously resigned or been removed. The removal means special elections will be held in November... Click to read: Governor Removes Clayton County School Board Members

FCCF 5th Sunday Service Open to All

The Fellowship of Christian Churches and Friends (FCCF) 5th Sunday Service will be held Sunday, August 31st at 2:30 PM at True Love Ministries, at 192 Graves Road in Fayetteville. (This is the former location of Mount Olive Baptist Church) From Fayetteville or Peachtree City take GA Highway 54 to Gingercake Road, turn north on Gingercake and go 2.6 miles to Graves Road and turn left, the driveway for True Love Ministries in on the left.

The purpose of the Fellowship of Christian Churches and Friends (FCCF) is to promote Christian Unity through fellowship activities involving all citizens of the Southern Crescent community of Christian faith.

All Christians desiring to worship in unity are invited to attend! For further in formation about the Fellowship of Christian Churches and Friends, please contact FCCF President, Rev. Jerome Drakeford at jeromesusie@bellsouth.net or (678) 438-0905.

Consignment Sale Sept. 20th, Peachtree City

8/26/08 (10:24 p.m.) The MOMS Club of Peachtree City is hosting a consignment sale on Saturday September 20 from 8am-2pm (half price starts at noon). The sale will be held at the First Presbyterian Church at 206 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City. Shoppers will find bargains on gently used maternity clothing, and infants / toddlers / kids clothing, toys, books, games, bedding, strollers, etc. Cash Only.

Moms In Touch International of Fayette County/Coweta County Fall Kickoff Informational Coffee

8/25/08 (5:42 p.m.) MITI Fall Kickoff Informational Coffee, Thursday, August 28th; First Presbyterian Church of PTC (Fellowship Hall); 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.; For any mom, grandma, aunt or any woman, with a concern for our children, who wants to know how to join or start a MIT group; Meet current leaders and group members, get inspired to start the new school year in prayer for our children. Low key, non-committal way to learn more about MIT. To reserve childcare contact Katie Stogner at 678-364-8378 or kstogner@gmail.com. www.MomsInTouch.org

Wondering where we've been?

Thanks to those of you who've asked what happened to the newsletter! We've been adding news to all of our blogs and to the main sites as usual, just had our heads to the grindstone and a bit short handed so the newsletter has suffered!

We're in the midst of launching two new websites: www.ArtsAcrossAmerica.com (which has some info on it, much more to come) and the Coweta Front Page (site isn't active yet so we won't provide a link).

News is overflowing in our inboxes, story ideas are building up and videos are languishing as we try to get the new sites up and running.

We hope you'll stick with us as we go through this latest round of growth! We greatly appreciate our loyal readers, you are helping to spread the word and our readership has doubled, yes doubled, just in the past month! Wow. It wouldn't be right not to thank our great advertisers who help keep the computers running and the phones in service, too! We love it that you are calling us, wanting to be part of the Front Page family --- we'll do all we can to support your business and help you grow, too.

Just as an aside for anyone interested in advertising, we're giving three-fers at the moment. Get an ad on the Fayette Front Page and we'll give you two courtesy ads on any of our other sites or blogs! The choices are almost unlimited given the fact that we now have well over 50 blogs plus Arts Across Georgia and the Georgia Front Page. Give Ann a call and talk to her about the choices (404-405-8180 or ann@fayettefrontpage.com).

Janet McGregor Dunn,
Editor

Washington Youth Tour Students Meet Congressional Leaders

8/22/08 (8:46 a.m.) Ndawi Eke of Fayetteville attended the 42nd annual Washington Youth Tour, an all-expense paid leadership experience sponsored by the electric membership corporations in Georgia, during her summer... More

Fayette Seniors are Knitting and Crocheting to help Iowa Flood Victims

8/22/08 (9:12 a.m.) This past June, the residents of Iowa experienced some of the worst flooding in years. Many families experienced devastating losses including the warm clothing that is necessary for the bitter Iowa winters... More

Champion Named to University of Hartford's Dean's List

8/19/08 (10:47 p.m.) The University of Hartford (Connecticut) announced recently that Carly Champion of Fayetteville was named to its Dean’s List for Spring 2008. The University of Hartford is an independent, comprehensive institution of higher education, offering educational and career programs of study in its seven schools and colleges.

Rare Theatrical Event Brings August Wilson Full Circle to the Alliance Theatre

8/22/08 (8:18 a.m.) In a unique Atlanta-only event, the Alliance Theatre, in partnership with True Colors Theatre Company, completes a cycle that has been twenty years in the making. Opening the Alliance’s 40th season will be two... More

Kidz Fest Peachtree City Kicks Off the Inaugural Pizza Fest!

8/20/08 (12:06 p.m.) Kidz Fest is a great alternative to traveling this year. Instead of going out of town for Labor Day, enjoy a perfect "Staycation" event... More

Fayette Senior Services Celebrates its 1,000th Member

8/19/08 (9:05 p.m.) Mr. Steve Cody, age 55, recently became the 1,000th person to join the Fayette Senior Services’ Life Enrichment Center. To celebrate the milestone, he was presented with a Fayette Senior Services baseball cap, t-shirt, a gift certificate to dine at the Center’s Café, and a free 12-month Center membership... More

Clayton State University Ranked in Top 10 “People’s Choice” in Georgia Colleges and Universities

8/19/08 (6:27 p.m.) Clayton State University is “The People’s Choice” when it comes to Georgia colleges and universities, according to survey statistics published in the fourth annual Ranking Georgia’s... More

28th Annual Peachtree City Classic to Host “Shadow Run” in Iraq

Note: We love this race! One member of our staff ran the race for years before knee problems stopped her from running... then she volunteered. This is one of the best-run races ever! You wind along the paths in Peachtree City and at the end, you're rewarded with cheers, food, loads of prize give-aways and the much-coveted sweatshirt. Quality all the way. We're impress with the addition of the "shadow run". If you're not a runner, you can be a sponsor or a volunteer! - FFP

8/17/08 (9:16 p.m.) In the tradition of the Peachtree 10K that several years ago began to host a “shadow run” for American troops in the Middle East, the Peachtree City Classic will follow suit and host a 5K for American and Iraqi soldiers stationed at Al Kindi Army Base near Mosul as part of their annual Peachtree City Classic this year... More

Parks & Mottola Agents Support Kool Kidz!

Note: This event is taking place in Newnan, but we thought it was something our Fayette County readers would be interested in knowing about! We've heard great things about Kool Kidz...

8/19/08 (Coweta Corner) The sixth annual Kool Kidz Classic Polo Tournament will be held on Saturday, September 6, at Cedargate Farms in Newnan. The special event benefits Kool Kidz, a not-for-profit foundation... More

Naked Pigs Need Dressing in Fayette County

8/19/08 (5:40 p.m.) The 2008 Cattle Barons’ Ball committee is in search of a few good artists to help “dress” the event’s collection of ceramic pigs. Each year, in preparation for the Cattle Barons’ Ball, the... More

GEMA Monitors Tropical Storm Fay

8/19/08 (8:44 p.m.) The Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) along with other state agencies are supporting local officials in south Georgia as they prepare for the impact of Tropical Storm Fay. GEMA continues to closely monitor Fay... More