The Citizen Online - Stuff you might want to know

Golf cart safety especially important in busy summer months

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:29:56 -0400

Now that school is out, Peachtree City’s paths are seeing more use than ever. Peachtree City Public Information Officer Betsy Tyler is reminding golf cart owners of the rules of the path for Peachtree City’s signature vehicle.

Hurricane season is underway — get serious, be prepared

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 13:36:25 -0400

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hurricane Season 2008 has begun (as of June 1), and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) wants residents living in hurricane prone areas to get serious and be prepared now.

Free home repairs offered to local community

Fri, 30 May 2008 16:18:33 -0400

As part of a summer mission project, Fayetteville (Ga.) First Baptist Church is offering minor home repairs and maintenance to homeowners within the city of Fayetteville.

Don’t let the bed bugs bite

Fri, 30 May 2008 16:15:25 -0400

“Don’t let the bed bugs bite” is an old bedtime rhyme that has become too real for some people due to a resurgence of this blood-sucking insect in recent years.

Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites makes ParkPasses available at every public library in state

Fri, 30 May 2008 15:23:34 -0400

Every Georgian can visit state parks and historic sites for free

ATLANTA, May 28, 2008 –Georgia’s public libraries and Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites are making it easier than ever for patrons to “Get Out. Get Dirty. Get Fit.” in the state’s great outdoors.

Recent coyote attack in California should raise awareness in Georgians

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:22:22 -0400

Co-existence is the goal, but awareness, not ignorance, is key

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (May 12, 2008) — The recent coyote attack on a young child in California should remind all Georgians that wild animals should not be underestimated.

Plan your travel around road construction

Mon, 12 May 2008 14:24:48 -0400

ATLANTA – The warm dry days of summer are a signal to many that it is time to hit the roadways for vacation destinations north, south, east and west.

Keep those political signs off state rights of way

Fri, 09 May 2008 16:00:05 -0400

THOMASTON – The Georgia Department of Transportation is cautioning state political candidates and campaigns to make certain roadside signs are not placed in rights of way. Those that are will be removed by Georgia DOT maintenance crews.

DNR news: Bear sightings, birdwatching, falcon webcam and Georgia’s sandhills

Thu, 08 May 2008 17:48:32 -0400

BEAR SIGHTINGS NOT UNCOMMON THIS TIME OF YEAR, EVEN IN METRO ATLANTA

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (May 8, 2008) — A black bear sighting in Roswell this week sparked concern among local residents. The sighting, though a seemingly rare experience for metro Atlantans, comes as no surprise, given that seasonal bear activity is increasing. This time of year, young male bears are roaming and often stumbling into what’s considered non-traditional bear range, including urbanized areas and suburbs.

Ga. State Parks June calendar of events

Wed, 07 May 2008 16:30:00 -0400

Below is the June 2008 calendar from Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites. More information is available at www.GeorgiaStateParks.org or 1-800-864-7275.

Georgia burn ban now in effect

Thu, 01 May 2008 17:10:35 -0400

Georgia’s annual air quality ban on outdoor burning, mostly in the northern half of Georgia, began May 1, 2008. The annual restrictions will be in place for 54 counties through Sept. 30.

Georgia’s ‘Village Sentinel’ is nation’s largest live oak

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:27:22 -0400

40 champs in Ga. among 733 on National Register of Big Trees

Georgia’s national champion Village Sentinel live oak stands alone at the pinnacle of its species in the 2008-2009 National Register of Big Trees after besting a Louisiana co-champ that had reigned since 1976.

Take Mom to a state park or historical site

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 15:46:32 -0400

Dads, help make Mother’s Day memorable: Family time together is the best Mother’s Day gift

Pssst, husbands! In past years, you’ve probably helped make Mother’s Day memorable by taking the little ones to pick out gifts for the special woman in your life. This year, skip the shopping and bring your family together for a gift of sunshine, time and a day making a memory. Each of Georgia’s 63 state parks and historic sites offer a perfect place for families to gather for a picnic, a nature walk or take a trip back in history.

DNR news: Eagle numbers, new hiking trail and turtles

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:53:00 -0400

SURVEY FINDS ‘SLIGHTLY’ FEWER BALD EAGLE NESTS

Biologist: 2008 results do not point to population decline

Jim Ozier has seen Georgia’s bald eagles soar from fewer than 10 pairs to more than 110 in 20 years. The history helps him put this year’s dip in nest numbers in perspective.

“S’morestick Kit” recalled for unlisted milk

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 23:14:11 -0400

Commissioner of Agriculture Tommy Irvin is alerting Georgians to the recall of a product that could affect people with an allergy or sensitivity to milk.