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Expect drug crackdown like Coweta hasn't seen

Published in Local

Coweta County has a drug epidemic.

BB&T robbery suspect apprehended

Published in Local

Authorities say a Newnan man was quickly arrested Wednesday after allegedly robbing a bank located across the street from the Newnan Police Department.

No one injured in morning fire

Published in Local

The occupants of three apartment units in the Franklin Highway area just west of Newnan were displaced by a blazing fire Wednesday morning that local officials believe may have started in a laundry room.

Cougar killed in Ga. was likely held captive

Published in Local

COLUMBUS, Ga. (AP) — Wildlife officials say a cougar killed at West Point Lake over the weekend was likely held in captivity illegally.

Tift County provides huge test for unbeaten Newnan

Published in Sports

When Newnan coach Robert Herring calls Tift County a "typical south Georgia football team, he means that in the most complimentary of ways.

Schedule change announced for Clydesdales' visit to Senoia

Published in Local

The famous Budweiser Clydesdales will be coming to Senoia a few hours later than initially announced for their December visit.

Employer group works to help job seekers

Published in Local

The Newnan-Peachtree City Area Employer Committee is trying to find a way for job seekers to have access to local employers without overburdening them.

Cold descends on Coweta

Published in Local

Cold weather has arrived in Coweta with a vengeance.

Newnan/Tift football tickets on sale downtown

Published in Sports

Tickets for the Friday AAAAA high school football playoff game between the Newnan Cougars and Tift County Blue Devils at Newnan High's Drake Stadium are on sale at Quizno's restaurant in downtown Newnan, located on the East Court Square.

Deaths published on 11/19/2008

Published in Obits

Robert F. Tillman, 92, of Hogansville, Ga., died Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008. Graveside services will be 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 22 in Myrtle Hill Cemetery in Hogansville. The family will receive friends from noon until 2 p.m., Saturday, at Claude A. McKibben and Sons Funeral Home, Hogansville.

They are taking our stuff away

Published in Opinion

It's 9 p.m. and I just had someone come to my door and ask me for an onion. An onion.

Arlington teams win opening games

Published in Sports

Arlington Christian opened its high school basketball season with a sweep of neighboring Heirway Christian Academy, as junior Meghan Downes helped lead the Lady Eagles to a dominating 65-21 victory.

Let's make 25th Can-A-Thon the most successful ever

Published in Opinion

This is the 25th year of the Can-A-Thon, organized by the Newnan Junior Service League, to collect food for the Coweta Community Food Pantry. This year's event will be Dec. 2. Cans or donations of money can be dropped off from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the North Court Square in downtown Newnan or from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. outside the offices of 92.5 the Bear on Main Street in Senoia.

Support for veterans greatest

Published in Opinion

My husband recently returned from another deployment, so being able to have him here to attend the Veterans Day program at our youngest daughter's school was a blessing.

Hospital names Racht VP of medical affairs

Published in Business

Piedmont Newnan Hospital announces the appointment of Edward M. Racht, M.D., as vice president of medical affairs and chief medical officer.

Losing politician 'exposed' after vote

Published in Opinion/Op-ed

The recently concluded General Election was preceded by a terribly long and hard-fought campaign.

Re/Max Legacy names executive core team

Published in Business

Tyrone -- Re/Max Legacy announces its core team of real estate executives, Sandy Cruder, Ramona Frey, Robin Mann, June Montjoy, Ethel Moore, Joyce Scarbrough, Shirlitha Warnick and Joyce Williamson.

50 easy party snacks

Published in Close-up

Need a Thanksgiving appetizer? Having a Christmas Open House and need a few snack foods for your party fare?

Turkey time

Published in Close-up

Americans have been turning to Argo Corn Starch for delicious corn starch recipes since the late 1800s. The new 48-page Best of Argo Cookbook features recipes for 45 tasty creations which honor your busy schedule, too. Turkey and Wild Rice Soup is just one of those creations.

Health officials encourage hand washing, keeping sick kids home

Published in Health

If you have noticed more children seem sick lately than this time last month you are correct. Every year as the weather turns cold and everyone heads indoors we begin to see more illnesses in the community, say public health officials. Congregated settings such as day cares, schools and churches provide a wonderful atmosphere of connectivity for children. However, they also provide common surfaces and close contact for spreading bacteria or viruses.

Sams School announces 2008-2009 board

Published in Education

The Joseph Sams School has restructured its board of directors to include an executive committee and a board-at-large.

Head Start students welcome veterans

Published in Education

Retired Army Sgt. Ray Nash refers to himself as a 1-A soldier -- one fit to serve and one ready to serve America's next commander in chief.

Around town...

Published in Close-up

What's Cooking?

Published in Close-up

Grab a tissue. These onion options might just bring tears to your eyes, followed by a couple of unusual cakes for dessert.

Autumn's beauty

Published in Close-up

Fall seems to have arrived suddenly this year.