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Piedmont Newnan Hospital kicks off $8 million capital campaign
Published in Local
Based on the philosophy that private philanthropy makes the difference between a good hospital and a great hospital, Piedmont Newnan Hospital has kicked off an $8 million capital campaign titled "Building on our Promise."
Newnan father now facing murder charge
Published in Local
A Newnan man is now charged in Clayton County with murder in the death of his 13-month-old child.
Mrs. Sarah Frances Houston Camp
Published in Obits
Mrs. Sarah Frances Houston Camp
Oldcastle expansion to Creekside facility could add 35 jobs
Published in Business
Oldcastle Building Envelope will add 33,600 square feet to its existing facility in Creekside Industrial Park in a multi-year project that could mean up to 35 new jobs for Coweta County.
Arrest Log for 2/3/2012
Published in Arrests
The following Coweta County area residents were recently arrested by the Peachtree City Police Department
Palmer enters race for judge
Published in Local
Emory Palmer has announced his campaign for Superior Court Judge in the Coweta Judicial Circuit.
Labor officials will work with employers on claims issues
Published in Local
Employers can protect themselves from fraudulent unemployment claims by working with the Georgia Department of Labor to put safeguards in place, according to Newnan Career Center Manager Peter Ludlow.
Churches make contributions to CERT and Meals On Wheels
Published in Local
In years past, major fundraising drives in Coweta County often got a jumpstart from big donations from banks or large industries.
Mrs. Ruth Hutchinson Covin
Published in Obits
Mrs. Ruth Hutchinson Covin
Georgia, Tennessee groundhogs predict early spring
Published in Local
Georgia's official groundhog weather prognosticator and the majority of his colleagues around the country agreed with the National Weather Service's Climate Prediction Center when they predicted an early spring on Groundhog Day.
East Coweta Indian seniors sign football, soccer scholarships
Published in Sports
Signing Day came a day 'late' at East Coweta High this year, but it didn't seem that odd to host it Thursday. Especially considering it was also "Groundhog Day."
Brandners lead Heritage School swim teams into state meet
Published in Sports
The Heritage School's swim team won't have to worry about too many hurt feelings while heading to Saturday's Georgia Independent Schools Association state swim meet at the Augusta Aquatic Center.
Deaths published on 2/3/2012
Published in Obits
• Alma Arnold of Fairburn, GA, died Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012, at her residence. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 4 at noon at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, Sharpsburg-McCollum Road, Newnan. Burial will be in the church cemetery. In-state viewing is 10:30 a.m. Public viewing at the funeral home is Friday, Feb. 3 from 4-6 p.m. Roscoe Jenkins Funeral Home Inc., Newnan.
This is a great place to call home
Published in Opinion
We write often in the news pages and on this Community Forum page about the generosity of our community. This is indeed a caring, compassionate community.
Sports Digest: Newnan skater 'bowls' over competition in World Cup event
Published in Sports
Austin Gordon didn't let the fact that he had never competed in a concrete 'swimming pool' shaped bowl get in the way of turning in a solid skate last weekend at the Vans Amateur Combi Pool Classic in Los Angeles -- part of the World Cup Skateboarding circuit.
Rural/Metro Ambulance honored for establishing STEMI system in metro area
Published in Local
Rural/Metro Ambulance, which provides 911 service to the city of Palmetto and other parts of metro Atlanta, has received an award from the American Heart Association for establishing a STEMI (ST Elevation Myocardial Infarctions) system in the metro area.
Chamber women's group looking for new name
Published in Business
The Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce women's group Women Entrepreneurs Thrive In Coweta! -- WETC -- is looking for a new name.
Bill would repeal Schrenko-era laws
Published in Local
ATLANTA -- Moving through the Georgia General Assembly is legislation to repeal nearly three-dozen education laws, many enacted during the stormy tenure of ex-Superintendent of Schools Linda Schrenko.
Steven Tyler defends national anthem performance
Published in HotStory
NORTH GREENFIELD, Ind. (AP) -- Steven Tyler says he meant to sing the national anthem like that.
Prep Notebook: Northgate expects to be challenged at area wrestling tournament
Published in Sports
The number of state championship contenders assembled at this weekend's Area 3-AAAA wrestling tournament starting today at Fayette County High School is so large, it's scary to think about.
Bee Gee Robin Gibb says his health has improved
Published in HotStory
LONDON (AP) -- Bee Gee star Robin Gibb says he is making a strong recovery and putting on weight after suffering from a serious illness.
Arts & Entertainment Briefs: Centre announces American Boychoir concert March 12
Published in Close-up
The American Boychoir School will be in concert at the Centre for Performing and Visual Arts in Newnan on March 12 at 7 p.m.
Konos students present 'The Mikado' tonight
Published in Close-up
Konos Academy presents Gilbert and Sullivan's The Mikado this evening at 7. Several Coweta students are part of the cast. The production takes place at New Hope Baptist Church, South Campus at the corner of Hwy 74 and Hwy 85 south of Peachtree City and Fayetteville.
Georgia Tech unsure how NCAA will judge violations
Published in Sports
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech officials are considering the implications of this week’s disclosure that the school broke NCAA recruiting rules.
Art With A Heart
Published in Close-up
More than 20 artist members and friends of Fine Arts And Crafts Entrepreneurs (FAACE) will showcase their talents at "Art With Heart Fine Arts and Crafts Show" held at St. Andrews in the Pines Episcopal Church, Peachtree City today and Saturday.
