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Wednesday, September 19, 2001

Fayette rallies to nation's call

Fayette residents during the past week have joined in the nationwide outpouring of aid and comfort for victims of last week's terrorist attacks, and have paused to remember those victims and pray for the nation.

Here's how to fly American flag properly

With patriotic fervor on the rise, more Fayette residents are displaying the American flag.

Tyrone silence on annexation worries county

Fayette County officials don't like the silence surrounding an annexation request in the town of Tyrone.

County may sue to stop Tyrone sewer service bid

Fayette County will probably file for an injunction to stop Tyrone from tapping onto the city of Fairburn's sewer system "soon," according to County Commission Chairman Greg Dunn.

Courthouse square may get boost from high-end restaurant

A high-end restaurant anchoring a master-planned revitalization of the west side of the Courthouse Square in Fayetteville could result from recent property acquisitions.

Four to run for PTC mayor; six qualify for two council seats

Qualifying for the upcoming municipal election in Peachtree City ended Friday afternoon with four candidates seeking the mayor's seat and another six candidates for the two council seats up for grabs in the election.

Candidate answers $50 question

Lee Hunt is running for Fayetteville City Council over $50.

Only incumbents run in Tyrone

Tyrone's citizens must be happy with their local government.

Tax equity dispute delayed again

A court hearing on the dispute over tax equity between Fayette County and its cities, scheduled for next Tuesday, has been postponed.

Stun gun among weapons found in student's vehicle at FCHS

A Fayette County High School student has been suspended from school for 10 days after a search of his vehicle on campus Thursday revealed several weapons.

Former PTC officer charged with forging prescriptions; addiction to drugs alleged

A former Peachtree City police sergeant has been arrested for using fake prescriptions at several local pharmacies to obtain pain medication.

Judge gives teen substitute teacher six months in prison for improper conduct

A local teen charged with displaying sexually explicit Web sites to eighth graders while serving as a substitute teacher at Whitewater Middle School last year was sentenced to six months in prison by Fayette County State Court Judge Fletcher Sams Friday afternoon.

Suspect in Wal-Mart carjacking arrested after recovery

The suspect believed responsible for a carjacking at the Fayette Pavilion Wal-Mart has been arrested.

Name needed for new school

A new Fayette elementary school is in need of a name.

Local man dies after car crash

A Fayetteville man has died as the result of another serious accident at the intersection of Ga. Highway 54 and Gingercake Road.

Fayette tax hearings set

Fayette County tomorrow will have the first of three required public hearings on property tax rates for 2001.

Self defense class focuses on awareness, use of 'personal weapons' when attacked

"Personal weapons," said Det. Debbie Chambers, "do not include a gun or a knife."

Commission resolution condemns attacks

Fayette County commissioners joined county governments across Georgia last week in issuing a resolution of condemnation of perpetrators and support for victims of terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C.

Cancer walk set for Saturday

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is sponsoring its Light The Night Cancer Walk this Saturday at Shakerag Knoll in Peachtree City. Registration is at 6 p.m. and the walk begins at 7 p.m.

Parent involvement taking off at PACE

PACE Christian School is experiencing an upsurge in parental involvement, according to a spokesman.

Fayette Portraits available

The Fayette Portraits magazine is now available at four new locations.

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