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Win the Window in Downtown Newnan

2009-07-11T13:41:00.002-04:00

Main Street Newnan premiered a new promotion called “Win the Window” at this year’s 4th of July festivities. The window will be located on South Court Square in the old Globe building.

The window, themed "Summer Stay-cation", is filled with items from Main Street merchants and is valued at over $1,000. Participants have the chance to win everything in the window.

“The merchants have all given really great items for the window, each item worth $50 or more!” said Samantha Hinze, Main Street President.

The first step to register for “Win the Window” is to view the window on South Court Square and read the list of participating merchants. Next, they will need to visit the participating merchant’s stores, find out the retail value of the items on display in the window and fill out those amounts on their entry form.

Once the entry form has been filled out completely, participants can submit their form into the drop box located on South Court Square by the window.

“Molly Morrow at M. Cole Design has come up with a really cool “Win the Window” logo which has been placed in the stores of participating merchants. So be on the look-out!” said Ashley Daniel, Main Street Coordinator.

The “Win the Window” promotion kicked off July 4th. The winner will be revealed Saturday, August 1 at Market Day on the square.

Participants must be 18 or older to register and all valid entry forms must be filled out completely. Only one entry form may be submitted per person.

For more information about Main Street Newnan or how to become a member of the organization visit www.mainstreetnewnan.com, call 770-253-8283 or email at adaniel@cityofnewnan.org.
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Charity Golf Tournament benefits Community Welcome House July 23

2009-07-11T10:18:00.002-04:00

Calling all Golfers!

Thursday, July 23, 2009 GOLFERS needed at Orchard Hills Golf Club in Newnan, GA.
Community Welcome House needs your support. This is one way each of you can make a difference.

"Ending domestic violence one family at a time" ; this year alone we have received 157 calls for help.

Is there a trend with the economy? Yes! Can one person make a difference, Yes!

$50.00 a golfer or $200.00 a team. Please Help!

Registration and lunch at 1:00pm Shot Gun Start at 2:00pm.

We need you!

lindakirk@charter.net

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July 26 Performance of Chinese Youth Orchestra at Arts Centre Cancelled

2009-07-06T12:19:00.003-04:00

The July 26 performance of the Chinese Youth Orchestra has been cancelled due to the Swine Flu.

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Coweta’s Dial A Ride Program begins July 1

2009-06-30T06:54:00.001-04:00

Coweta County’s long awaited Dial A Ride program (Section 5311) will begin transporting citizens on Wednesday, July 1. The program, which is funded with federal, state and local dollars, provides transit services to business, commercial and activity centers in Coweta County.

Scheduling a trip is easy. Simply call 770-683-RIDE (7433) at least 24 hours in advance. Trips are $3.00 per one way trip. Trips must be within Coweta County and between the hours of 8 am- 5 pm. The van will come to any Coweta address to pick up or drop off.

The program uses a “demand response” model, meaning there are no fixed routes, stops or pick up times. Citizens must call and schedule a needed trip 24 hours in advance and daily routes are generated based on destinations requested. Rides are “first come – first served” based on availability. Peak times are expected to be 8-10 am and 2-5 pm and, conversely, more capacity is expected during off-peak times, 10 am – 2 pm. Service will be provided Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Coweta will ultimately have five 13 passenger vans, two of which will be equipped with a wheel chair lift. Three of the vans are on hand for the program’s kick off and two more will arrive in the next 60-90 days. The operation of the program is handled by Quality Trans, Inc., a third party contractor already operating in Coweta County.

The program is designed and available for anyone who needs transportation within Coweta County, but it is expected that the elderly and the handicapped will be heavy users of the program. The program is projected to make 30,000 trips in its first year.

CharterBank, West Point, Georgia Assumes All of the Deposits of Neighborhood Community Bank, Newnan, Georgia

2009-06-27T09:39:00.002-04:00

Neighborhood Community Bank, Newnan, Georgia, was closed today by the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance, which appointed the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) as receiver. To protect the depositors, the FDIC entered into a purchase and assumption agreement with CharterBank, West Point, Georgia, to assume all of the deposits of Neighborhood Community Bank.

The four offices of Neighborhood Community Bank will reopen as branches of CharterBank. All of the offices will maintain normal business hours. Depositors of Neighborhood Community Bank will automatically become depositors of CharterBank. Deposits will continue to be insured by the FDIC, so there is no need for customers to change their banking relationship to retain their deposit insurance coverage. Customers should continue to use their existing branches until CharterBank can fully integrate the deposit records of Neighborhood Community Bank. Depositors of Neighborhood Community Bank can access their money by writing checks or using ATM or debit cards. Checks drawn on the bank will continue to be processed. Loan customers should continue to make their payments as usual.

As of March 31, 2009, Neighborhood Community Bank had total assets of $221.6 million and total deposits of approximately $191.3 million. In addition to assuming all of the deposits of the failed bank, CharterBank agreed to purchase approximately $209.6 million of assets. The FDIC will retain the remaining assets for later disposition.

The FDIC and CharterBank entered into a loss-share transaction on approximately $178.5 million of Neighborhood Community Bank's assets. CharterBank will share in the losses on the asset pools covered under the loss-share agreement. The loss-sharing arrangement is projected to maximize returns on the assets covered by keeping them in the private sector. The agreement also is expected to minimize disruptions for loan customers.

Customers who have questions about today's transaction can call the FDIC toll-free at 1-888-408-4360. The phone number will be operational this evening until 9:00 p.m., Eastern Daylight Time (EDT); on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., EDT; on Sunday from noon to 6:00 p.m., EDT; and thereafter from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., EDT. Interested parties can also visit the FDIC's Web site at http://www.fdic.gov/bank/individual/failed/neighbor.html.

The FDIC estimates that the cost to the Deposit Insurance Fund (DIF) will be $66.7 million. CharterBank's acquisition of all the deposits was the "least costly" resolution for the FDIC's DIF compared to alternatives. Neighborhood Community Bank is the 42nd FDIC-insured institution to fail in the nation this year, and the ninth in Georgia. The last FDIC-insured institution to be closed in the state was Community Bank of West Georgia, Villa Rica, earlier today.

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Cancer Treatment Centers of America Selects Site in GA for Proposed Hospital Serving Patients in Southeast

2009-06-19T10:11:00.002-04:00

/PRNewswire/ -- Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) announced today that it has selected Newnan, Ga., as the site of a proposed cancer treatment hospital that will serve patients in the Southeast and provide 500 new jobs in metro Atlanta.

"I'm excited that CTCA will now be closer to home," said Valerie Yurchuk, a cancer patient who treated at CTCA. "I could have gone to any cancer treatment program in the nation, but I came to CTCA because of its unique, patient-centered approach."

CTCA President and CEO Steve Bonner said the company chose Georgia as a gateway to better serve cancer patients throughout the Southeast.

"We are pleased to propose a new cancer treatment facility in the Southeast and thrilled to select Coweta County, one of the most sought-after destinations in metro Atlanta and Georgia," said Bonner. "Cancer patients living in the Southeast will have easier access to the high-quality, individualized, comprehensive care for which CTCA is known."

CTCA expects the new facility to generate $500 million in economic activity over the first five years of operation. With more than two-thirds of its patients expected to come from outside the state of Georgia, patients and their families will contribute to the growth and vitality of the local economy. The proposed fully digital Georgia facility will mark the fifth CTCA hospital to offer cancer patients a fully integrated care model, which combines the best traditional medical care to treat the cancer with scientifically supported integrative therapies to help manage side effects, strengthen the immune system and improve each person's quality of life.

The company will now file a notice of intent to apply for a certificate of need with the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH), whose approval is necessary before CTCA can build and operate the facility. The Georgia hospital, if approved by DCH, will have 50 inpatient beds and more than 200,000 square feet.

"We're pleased to have CTCA here in Coweta County," said Bill Harrison, of the economic development authority. "They'll provide much-needed new jobs - and bring a vitally important service as well as hundreds of patients and family members to our region."

But more importantly, said Yurchuk, is proximity to the comprehensive care CTCA provides.

"CTCA didn't look at treating just my cancer, but looked at me as a whole person," she said. "My treatment plan was based on my individual needs. Everything was explained to me and I was the one making the decisions. That's the difference at CTCA - I was at the center of my care, from the very beginning."

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The City of Newnan Begins Its Mosquito Control Program In June

2009-05-21T20:12:00.001-04:00

The Public Works Department will begin its mosquito management program in June and continue through September, fogging Tuesdays and Fridays from 7pm to 10pm, weather conditions permitting. We use a truck mounted ULV (ultra low volume) aerosol fogger for spraying a synthetic pyrethroid product (a synthetic version of a natural insecticide produced by chrysanthemum flowers) to help control adult mosquito populations within the City. At this time, the Public Works Department does not have a program for larval monitoring or surveillance, nor does the Department use any larval control products.

We will accommodate special requests, including requests for not spraying near particular residences.

Residents and property owners can help abate existing mosquito breeding sources by clearing property of any potential breeding sites and preventing them from recurring. Here are some suggestions for what you can do help eliminate potential breeding grounds and increase your enjoyment of the outdoors:

Get rid of old tires, tin cans, buckets, bottles or any water-holding containers
Fill in or drain low places in your yard
Keep drains, ditches and culverts clean of weeds and trash to help drainage
Cover trash containers to keep water out
Repair leaky outside pipes and faucets
Empty plastic wading pools regularly and store them indoors when not in use
Fill in tree rot holes and hollow stumps
Change the water in bird baths and tray for plant pots at least once a week
Keep your grass cut short and shrubbery trimmed

Together we can eliminate potential breeding grounds and increase our enjoyment of the outdoors.

Because of ideal weather conditions, the mosquito population this spring and summer are predicted to be a bumper crop.

Mosquitoes are an all-too familiar summer nuisance, but much worse, they can carry West Nile virus or Eastern Equestrian Encephalitis for humans and heartworms for pets. West Nile virus can result in serious illness and sometimes death. The virus can infect humans, birds, mosquitoes, horses and other mammals and is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito that has bitten an infected bird.

If you have any questions, comments or requests, please call the Public Works Department at 770-253-1823 or email Michael Klahr; Public Works Director at mklahr@cityofnewnan.org.
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Home with a Blaze of Glory

2009-05-13T06:59:00.003-04:00

The anxious hours are over for Blaze. Blaze found his way home in Coweta County early this morning. Chock full of ticks and extremely skinny, Blaze's walkabout has resulted in a great homecoming. Thanks to all our concerned readers who were on the lookout for this guy.

Fayette Front Page Staff Report

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City of Newnan Police and Fire Complete Special Incident Response Training

2009-05-12T19:52:00.001-04:00

Some of the city of Newnan’s Police and Fire personnel were able to complete Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings (IRTB) training at the Energetic Research and Testing Center in Socorro, New Mexico. The police staff who attended was Deputy Chief Rodney Riggs and Detective Danny McDonald. The Newnan Fire Marshall Ricky Ayers and Captain John Byrom and was also able to attend.

The four hour performance level IRTB course provides basic information on explosive and incendiary devices that could be used as terrorist weapons. Classroom topics include:

Understanding the terrorist threat
Improvised explosive devices (IEDs)
Safety issues
Departmental or agency policies to ensure compliance with local requirements
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security provided all the funding for the public safety personnel to attend. It was no cost to the city for the travel and training opportunity.

“One of the most important aspects of this training is recognizing First Responders, local police officers and firefighters, may be able to detect unusual activity or devices, before solid intelligence is developed by State or Federal agencies, concerning an imminent bomb attack. In reviewing case studies of previous terrorist bombings, the terrorists' methods of identifying targets, recruiting associates, obtaining funds and materials and training for their attacks were discussed. This training gives the First Responder a basis for developing intelligence in their local areas, to prevent such attacks, said City of Newnan Police Deputy Chief Rodney Riggs.

EMRTC provides world class training in explosives, firearms and explosive site safety in association with The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, The U.S. State Department and other Federal and State agencies. Our course instructors are recognized worldwide as top explosives and WMD experts. EMRTC's facilities include a 40-square-mile field laboratory that includes over 30 separate test sites, gun ranges and research laboratories to use for training field exercises. The Center is a division of New Mexico Tech. For more information please log onto www.emrtc.nmt.edu.
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Help Blaze Get Home, He's Lost and Scared

2009-05-02T08:22:00.003-04:00

A black Lab mix has been missing since April 26. He was last seen near a body of water (pond/lake) in Coweta County, Georgia on May 1, 2009.

Blaze is very gentle but timid and may not come when called.

Reward offered for assistance in getting him back home. Please call 770-328-2511 with information.

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Scogin Remembered by County

2009-05-01T08:24:00.001-04:00

Coweta County employees and commissioners gathered with the family of Jimmy Scogin to remember Scogin in a ceremony on April 6, 2009.

James Hugh "Jimmy" Scogin was a Coweta County Public Works employee for more than 18 years, helping build many roads and buildings across the county. He was a certified corrections officer, a firearms instructor and a heavy equipment foreman. Jimmy was gravely injured in April of 2007 while supervising a crew working on a road to the Central Library. He died two months later from his injuries. He is the only known Coweta County employee to be killed in the line of duty in almost 90 years.

The Coweta County Commission voted to name the Coweta Couty Prison in honor and memory of Jimmy's efforts in establishing the range, his skill with a firearm, his role in training other corrections officers and his contributions to our county.

The permanent home of the firing range is uncertain now. It needs expanding and it is almost certain to be impacted by the widening of the Highway 34 bypass. Because of this uncertainty, a plaque mounted on a boulder was dedicated in a temporary home at the Coweta County Prison in memory of Scogin. (The boulder is one that was removed by Scogin during the building of the Hunter Recreation Complex.) When the new Firing Range is complete, the plaque will be moved there.

West Central Technical College President to Speak at Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce Early Bird Forum on the Role of Post -Secondary Education

2009-04-24T16:30:00.001-04:00

The Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce will feature Dr. Skip Sullivan of West Central Technical College at its Economic Engagement Series Early Bird Forum Tuesday, April 28, at 7:30 a.m. April's Early Bird Forum sponsor is Pattillo and will be emceed by Caryn Broome. The
Forum cost is $15 for Chamber members and $20 for nonmembers and includes breakfast.

Dr. Sullivan has over twenty years of prior business and industry experience and has been the President of West Central Technical College for six years. Dr. Sullivan's passions include developing programs that emphasize the importance of access to education for all, improving the educational opportunities for students in the College district, and highlighting the value of assisting students to get their GED.

The Early Bird Forum is a monthly Chamber networking event that provides information about key economic drivers in our community and the roles they play in helping keep Coweta's economy strong. Reservations are required; contact the Chamber at 770-253-2270 or info@newnancowetachamber.org.

About the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce

With more than 650 members throughout Coweta County, the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing economic prosperity for all Coweta's citizens. As the county's largest business organization, the Chamber works to provide business leadership to foster an economic and cultural climate favorable to all
business, in order to create a higher quality of life for all residents.

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Annual Spring Taste of Newnan April 16

2009-04-04T22:45:00.000-04:00

Main Street Newnan will host the Annual Spring Taste of Newnan on Thursday, April 16 from 5-8:30pm. This event gives people an opportunity to sample specialties of the best restaurants and caterers in the area.

Approximately 60 vendors will be set up around the Historic Courthouse Square. North Court, South Court and West Washington will be closed off to allow for vendor booths and walking space.

“Taste of Newnan gets bigger and better every year and has become a tradition for many families,” said Linda Kee, Director of Business Development.

New this year, The Braves Around Town, a mobile fan experience for the Atlanta Braves, will be setting up a speed pitch booth and a Braves t-ball booth in the Kidz Corner.

“Having The Braves Around Town Street Team come to Taste of Newnan is going to be so much fun for kids of all ages! It’s just one more great reason to come out with the family and enjoy a night in Downtown Newnan!” said Main Street Coordinator Ashley Chalker.

Live entertainment will be provided on the square. 92.5 The Bear will be hosting Southern Pride on South Court Square and J93 will be hosting A True Story on North Court Square.

“We have been looking forward to this event since the Fall Taste of Newnan! It truly is so much fun!” said Chalker.

Those planning to attend can purchase their tokens now. R.S. Mann Jewelers, Musicology, Bank of Coweta, 34 Madison, Brothers Ltd., The Wellness Center of Piedmont Newnan Hospital, Costume Shop, Scott’s Bookstore, Hit the Trail, Smart Solutions, Morgan Jewelers and Full Circle Toys and Collectibles will be pre-selling tokens until the day of the event.

“Our sponsors and Main Street members make these family oriented events possible in downtown. A special thanks goes to our sponsors The Preserve at Greison Trail, Food Lion, Newnan Utilities and Coweta EMC,” said Chalker.

All Main Street Newnan events are free and open to the public. For more information about Main Street Newnan or how to become a member of the organization visit www.mainstreetnewnan.com, call 770-253-8283 or email at achalker@cityofnewnan.org.
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Rite Aid to Close Newnan, GA, Distribution Center in September 2009

2009-04-03T07:44:00.001-04:00

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD) announced today that it is closing its distribution center in Newnan, Georgia. Closing is expected to be in late September.

The 297 associates employed at the facility and local and state officials are being notified today of the closing pursuant to the federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act. All associates will receive severance and outplacement services.

Rite Aid acquired the Newnan facility in June 2007 with its purchase of approximately 1,800 Brooks Eckerd stores and six distribution centers. The company said at the time of the acquisition that once all of the Brooks Eckerd stores were integrated into Rite Aid, it would look for opportunities to consolidate the distribution activities of its 14 distribution centers. The decision to close the Newnan facility is also part of Rite Aid’s initiative to improve operational efficiency throughout the company.

The 194 stores served by the Newnan distribution center will be served by other Rite Aid distribution centers.

“We have an excellent and dedicated workforce at the distribution center in Newnan, and they did an outstanding job during the integration of the Brooks Eckerd drugstore chain into Rite Aid,” said Wilson A. Lester, Jr., Rite Aid Senior Vice President, Supply Chain. “This closing has no reflection on them or the quality of their work, and we will do everything we can to assist them with finding new positions.”

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Special ‘Artist of the Month Display’ at Newnan City Hall for April for GA Cities Week April 20-25

2009-04-02T18:49:00.001-04:00

The ‘Artist of the month’ at City Hall helps kick off Georgia Cities Week for the month of April. There are seven artists being featured for the month of April. All the artwork being displayed this month celebrates the City of Newnan.

Cities across Georgia will be celebrating Georgia Cities Week, sponsored by the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) to showcase and celebrate cities and the many services they provide. Based in Atlanta, GMA is a voluntary, non-profit organization that provides advocacy, educational, employee benefit and consulting services to its 500 member cities.

“Downtown Beauty” by Ellie Farrington
Ellie traveled from Maine to Georgia to be introduced to painting in oils through Tom Powers and the Newnan-Coweta Recreation Department. Perhaps best known for her paintings of flowers and ocean scenes, this painting is a departure from those themes. “Downtown Beauty” depicts the Court Square during a show sponsored by the Newnan-Coweta Art Association when antique cars were also on display.

“Goldens on the Square” by Dana Johnson
A native Texan, Dana digs into her roots of ranchers, teachers, artists, churchgoers and misfits. She paints on-site when possible, capturing the feel of the moment. Her goal is to depict scenes which elicit an emotional response. “Paint outside, everyday!” is her motto. She takes advantage of every day of good weather. Painting on the Square in Newnan, she saw the light reflected on Goldens in a way that intrigued her.

“The Carnegie Library” by Jenny Jones
Jenny is a native of Newnan and a Newnan High School graduate. Working from her own travel photography, she paints landscapes with a lot of color. She also paints the ocean and buildings. She especially loves to paint lighthouses. She went to the library often as a child and has vivid memories of those times. She even remembers the details of the interior. Painting is very relaxing for her and when asked if she is attending art class, her response is “Try and stop me!”

“The Stately Ole Tree at the Newnan Senior Citizen Center” by Lee Long
A native of Carroll County, Lee has been painting almost thirty years. While winning awards, both cash and ribbons, she has continued to serve in leadership positions in several arts related associations. This stately old tree which stood in front of the Senior Citizen Center intrigued her because she imagined the history it had witnessed.

“New Faces and Familiar Places” by Linda “Rusty” Sharp Framed Print
Another Texan, Rusty, has a mostly Louisiana background. The whimsical nature of this painting also reflects her take on life. It is a mixed media of graphite, watercolor and pen and ink that tickles the memory of those familiar with downtown Newnan. Her prints are available framed and unframed.

“Water Tower from Old Coweta Fairground” by Rebecca Wayne
Rebecca closely observes the things around her and artistically presents them from her own viewpoint. She challenges herself with a variety of styles and mediums. She is originally from Ohio and has a degree in Earth Science Education. Her keen eye for detail is reflected in her artwork. The water tower was observed on the day that the tornado heavily damaged Atlanta. The view is from south to north.

“Remembered Sweet Spot” by Jean Westbrook
Growing up in Newnan, Jean left after graduating high school, but returned twenty-five years later. She started art classes at “the old art house” and found it a great place for friendship, good food and new ideas for painting. Most of the artists she met are still her friends and painting buddies. Precious memories of this place always make her smile.
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City of Newnan Occupational Taxes Due April 1st

2009-03-26T13:53:00.000-04:00

For business owners, 2009 Occupational Tax Certificate Renewals (formerly Business Licenses) are due to the City of Newnan by April 1st.

“The penalty for late returns starts at 11.5%, with an additional 1.5% penalty per month thereafter,” says City Finance Director Katrina Cline. “We have mailed out approximately 2.300 renewals packets this year. Tax returns, including appropriate taxes, must received by the Finance Department by April 1st. Postmarks are not acceptable. There are no extensions or exceptions.”

Taxes can be paid in person at City Hall or by mail, as long as there are no changes to the information. Be sure to submit the renewal forms with the payment if paying by mail. Please call the city’s Finance department at 770-254-2351 if you have questions or need additional information.
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Newnan-Coweta Historical Society Announces Tour of Homes For April 25

2009-03-26T13:07:00.002-04:00

Antique Show & Appraisal Fair Also Held On Same Day

One of the best known and most highly anticipated of all the annual events in the City of Newnan is the Tour of Homes sponsored by The Newnan-Coweta Historical Society (NCHS). This year The Tour of Homes will be held in conjunction with an Antique Show and Appraisal Fair.

2009 Tour of Homes

Saturday, April 25, 2009 10AM – 5PM
Advance Tickets $12.00; Day of Tour $15.00
Please call 770-251-0207 for information & tickets
We accept Visa and Master Charge
Tickets also available from:
Coweta County Convention & Visitors Center
100 Walt Sanders Memorial Drive
770-254-2627
Scott’s Book Store
28 S Court Sq, Newnan
(770) 253-2960
Tickets include Antique Show And Appraisal Fair at The Train Depot History Center, Saturday, April 25, 2009

2009 Spring Tour of Homes

Gibson/Starr/Sides Home - Circa 1900 at 29 Temple Ave
Arnall-Mann Home/Welden Financial - Circa 1924 at 75 Jackson St
Cantwell Home - Built 2002 at 55 Jackson St
Farmer/Davis Home - Circa 1885 at 70 Jackson St
Jones/ Paulk Home - Circa 1900 at W. Hwy 16

Antique Show And Appraisal Fair

TRASH OR TREASURE?What's it worth?
The Newnan-Coweta Historical Society presents, in conjunction with our Annual Spring Tour of Homes, an Antiques Show and Sale and an opportunity to learn the value of one of your prized possessions.. Expert appraisers will be on hand to provide a casual, verbal estimate of the value of that family heirloom or the prized collectible. Certified written appraisals also available on many items.Saturday, April 25, 2009 10:00AM - 5:00PMDepot History Center60 East Broad Street, Newnan, GeorgiaVerbal appraisal fee - $2.00 For information: Dan Dietz (770-251-6245)

Information on this and other NCHS events can be found on their website or by contacting Tom Redwine at nchs@newnanbiz.net or at the Museum at 770-251-0207.
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Palmetto Dogs Mission

2009-03-26T07:48:00.001-04:00

History: Since at least December 2008 3 dogs had been living on Interstate 85 at the Palmetto exit, exit 56. No one seemed to be able to actually find them. Once sighting them, they would be gone before we could stop. Someone from another rescue group dropped off 2 large bags of food in February between the grassy wooded area that divides the south on-ramp and the interstate itself. This is where she had last seen them, and when last seen one was extremely thin.

Once I heard about the situation I went out on a daily basis walking and looking for any signs of them. Finally, the first of March we spotted all 3 dogs laying in the sun on that same area. We were able to get two of the dogs, one a male Bluetick Coonhound mix and the other a female Pointer/Lab mix we think. When the male saw me you could tell he wanted to come but he was unsure, until I knelt down and talked to him and then he came to me and wanted to go right to the truck as if saying "Please, get me out of here!" The female was not so sure, but she wanted to be with him so she stayed close but would not come. It took some time, we got him back out of the truck and just sat there for a couple hours until we got her to come closer to him and then we lured her in to eat cheesecake with him and I was able to toss a looped rope over her head and pull her in. She was very thin with all rib, spine and hip bones exposed. The other dog which appears to be an Austrailian Shepherd took off like a bullet half way down the grass bank. She only stopped for a moment to look back but she turned and ran across the on ramp and into the woods.

The Bluetick mix and the Pointer-Lab mix they are doing well. All in all they are in good health with the exception of the male having an injured leg which is healing and the female being way too thin. They have tested negative for heart worms and parasites and have now had all their shots. The female is quite attached to the male. There is no telling how long they have actually been on their own or whether they have always been together or just met up along the way but she loves him. The vet believes he is approximately 2-3 yrs.

I am trying to find out if anyone has actually lost them, they are well behaved and seem to love truck rides. They seem to also be house-broken not having one accident yet. They are good natured happy dogs that also love children. They can dig under a fence but they do not appear to be jumpers and only seem to dig to get from one yard space closer to the house to be with me :) They are not trying to actually dig out of the yard. Not sure how they are with cats but they like the water.

With the good graces of both Guthrie Construction and Ken Kunkle, MCI Grading Superintendent, we were able to save two of these dogs. We are being allowed to continue tracking the last dog on the land where they are doing much work in hopes of saving the Aussie as well. If owners are not found, these dogs will need homes soon. Interested people can email gaheartland@live.com .

D. Ginn
Georgia Heartland Humane Society

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Busy Weekend in Downtown Newnan

2009-03-25T23:26:00.001-04:00

Main Street Newnan’s Spring Art Walk , Charles Wadsworth and Friends Concert and Major Motion Picture filming

This year’s Charles Wadsworth & Friends concert takes on special significance as it serves as a celebration of acclaimed pianist and musician Charles Wadsworth’s 80th birthday. This year’s concert will be this Saturday. This year also marks a turning point in Wadsworth’s career as he approaches an octogenarian status and looks forward to a less rigorous schedule. Wadsworth stated, “I’ve been involved in the Festival in Spoleto, Italy, for 50 years now and in the Spoleto USA Festival in Charleston for well over 30 years. I’ve enjoyed touring, but it’s involved traveling from one city to another, often without a break, and much of it has been international traveling for extended periods.”

“We could not be more excited to have a concert of this caliber returning to Newnan,” said Gina Snider, city of Newnan public information officer.

Tickets for the 7:30 pm event will be available at Scott’s Bookstore in Newnan, Morgan’s Jewelry in Ashley Park, and the Bank of Coweta at Thomas and at the window the night of the concert. General seating adult tickets are $20 and Senior/Student tickets are $15.

Main Street Newnan will host the Annual Spring Art Walk on Friday from 5-8pm. The event is a walking gallery show that takes guests into the stores of Downtown merchants to enjoy local art, refreshments and great conversation. The Art Walk will begin at Flint Gallery of Panoply on Greenville Street. Maps will be available at participating merchants with artist locations and information about the evening’s events.

“This is the biggest show we have had since the event started five years ago” said Linda Kee, Director of Business Development. “It’s exciting to see how much the Art Walk has grown.” Musicology will be providing live entertainment along the square. There will also be live music at Espresso Lane, Gridiron Grill, Ten East Washington and The Alamo. This year’s Art Walk is sponsored by The Preserve.

All Main Street Newnan events are free and open to the public. For more information about Main Street Newnan or how to become a member of the organization visit www.mainstreetnewnan.com, call 770-253-8283 or email at achalker@cityofnewnan.org.

A major motion picture, "Zombieland," is scheduled for this weekend to shoot scenes in Newnan for the upcoming horror/comedy starring Woody Harrelson. Filming is scheduled to begin in downtown on Saturday. Shooting will take place on a portion of Greenville Street in the vicinity of East Broad Street and the Court Square. Shooting will also take place at a home on Wilcoxon Street and on LaGrange Street at the railroad overpass.

“We want to invite citizens to come out and experience downtown Newnan at its best with all the different wonderful events going on, said Gina Snider, city of Newnan public information officer. Citizens should be advised there will be some street closings on Sunday but detour routes will be provided.”

“Zombieland” is a production of Sony Pictures and Zombieland Productions, LLC. The film is directed by Ruben Fleischer. The post-apocalyptic film has been described as "Dumb and Dumber" meets zombies.
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Fly Into the Chamber's Early Board Forum Featuring Carol Comer

2009-03-23T15:36:00.001-04:00

The Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce will feature Carol Comer, Aviation Program Manager for the Georgia Department of Transportation, at its upcoming Economic Engagement Series Early Bird Forum on Tuesday, March 24, at 7:30 a.m. at the Central Educational Center. The event sponsor is Canongate Golf Clubs and the Emcee is Craig Ruby, Sign & Graphic Solutions. The Forum cost is $15 for Chamber members and $20 for nonmembers and includes breakfast.

The Early Bird Forum is a monthly Chamber networking event that provides information about key economic drivers in our community and the roles they play in helping keep Coweta's economy strong. Reservations are required; contact the Chamber at 770-253-2270 or info@newnancowetachamber.org.

About the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce

With more than 650 members throughout Coweta County, the Newnan-Coweta
Chamber of Commerce is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to
increasing economic prosperity for all Coweta's citizens. As the county's
largest business organization, the Chamber works to provide business
leadership to foster an economic and cultural climate favorable to all
business, in order to create a higher quality of life for all residents.

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Coweta County and the City of Grantville to Dedicate Renovated Ballpark

2009-03-19T13:21:00.002-04:00

Dedication of the newly renovated Grantville Ballpark will be Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 9:45 am. The approximately $2 million renovation was funded by Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) and, not only resulted in a beautiful, new 4- field ball park for South Coweta County, but also provided some of the infrastructure needed for the soon to be built Grantville branch of the Coweta County Public Library System

The day will begin with a parade of the South Coweta Baseball Association teams at 9 am beginning at Grantville City Hall and ending at the newly renovated ballpark on Colley Street. After cutting the ribbon to allow everyone in, a short dedication program will be held on the front, t-ball field featuring Coweta County Commissioner Tim Lassetter and Grantville Mayor Casey Houston. They will then turn the field over to South Coweta Baseball Association president Greg Chambers for Opening Day festivities. The program will end around 10:30 with the throwing of the season’s “First Pitch” from Commissioner Tim Lassetter to South Coweta Baseball Association player William Strickland.

“This is a terrific new ballpark,” said Tim Lassetter, Commissioner, district two. “We are so pleased to be able to open this park and we’re even more pleased to have had such a great working relationship between the county and folks at the City of Grantville.”

The City of Grantville has park property that adjoins this Coweta County Recreation property. In support of the project, the city donated five acres to complete the county portion of this park and also funded one half of the estimated engineering costs.

The improvements made to the park are the result of many hours of labor – particularly from the Coweta County Public Works Division. There was significant grading, clearing and demolition that had to be done to get this space ready for the facility. The use of prison and county skilled labor is estimated to have saved about $1 million in the total cost of this facility.

Improvements to the park include: four baseball fields, a full service comfort station with concession stand, restrooms and pressbox/scorekeeper room. They also include a new parking lot and lighting. In addition, the work that was done included a significant portion of shared infrastructure with the soon to be built library – including parking, water, sewer, stormwater, fire protection and a new connecting road.

The total project and improvements represent about $2 million – about $800,000 of which is in shared infrastructure with the library. Architect Kip Oldham designed the comfort station, engineering firm Clough Harbour did the site engineering and planning and Astra Group was the general contractor for the fields.

“SPLOST is vital to projects like these. Because Coweta County voters have continued to support SPLOST, we’ve been able to build projects like these – projects that add so much to our community,” said Lassetter.

SPLOST – the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax – is a one cent sales tax that Coweta voters must approve every 6-7 years. SPLOST dollars must be spent on capital projects, like this one. SPLOST allows the county to build this type of facility without adding the building cost to the general budget. Because it is a sales tax, anyone who shops in Coweta helps fund these projects. And as Coweta has become a regional shopping destination, shoppers from across central Georgia have contributed to these projects.
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Maguire's Family and Friends Ribbon Cutting with the Newnan-Coweta Chamber

2009-03-17T13:19:00.004-04:00

Maguire’s Family & Friends, a traditional Irish pub and restaurant located at 42 Main St. in historic Downtown Senoia, recently celebrated a ribbon cutting with the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce. Maguire's, which has been in Senoia for one year, has been a welcome addition to the community.

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Grenzebach hosted Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce Enhanced Investors for the Inaugural Meeting of Enhanced Investor Engagement Series

2009-03-16T14:04:00.001-04:00

Stefan Grenzebach, President and CEO of Grenzebach Corporation addressed the inaugural meeting of the Enhanced Investor Engagement Series, a new program of the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce.

This year, the Chamber launched a specially created Enhanced Investor Engagement Series. This program, which is specifically crafted to provide access for Enhanced Investors, Board Members, and key officials in a private environment, will provide a setting for to interact and leverage ideas and resources around key community issues.

Grenzebach shared his unique perspective about Coweta County’s major assets which drove the Grenzebach Corporation to locate in Newnan. The name Grenzebach has long been recognized worldwide as a high quality brand in processing line construction and in automation of production processes in the flat glass and construction material, wood veneer, solar, and Airport logistics industries. After purchasing an abandoned building in Newnan in 1988, Rudolf Grenzebach founded Grenzebach Corporation to provide products and services for their North American operations. Initially, there were four employees and in the first year, revenues of $250,000. 2008 marked their 20th anniversary in Coweta in which they unveiled their latest expansion of their Newnan facility. Grenzebach has experienced close to a 2000% increase in manufacturing and office space and now employ 125 people.

Stefan Grenzebach spoke to an intimate group of Enhanced Investors emphasizing the decision to come to Coweta County. “We found that Coweta is a business friendly community. The major driving factor for Grenzebach was that the overall area costs of doing business is much lower than other areas. Additionally, we were able to attain a desirable facility at a desirable cost that was in close proximity to the airport.”

“The goal is to provide Enhanced Investors peer-to-peer engagement with the top minds and key influencers of the business community so that together work to identify and drive solutions and innovations that will shape our economic progress and quality of life,” said Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce President, Candace LaForge. “To be effective we must strengthen our ability to advocate for a competitive community; attract and retain high-skill, high-wage jobs; build strong businesses; and promote our community.

To learn more about the Enhanced Investor Engagement Series and Grenzebach, contact the Chamber at info@newnancowetachamber.org and Christine.Kivitt@Grenzebach.com

About the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce
With more than 700 members throughout Coweta County, the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing economic prosperity for all Coweta’s citizens. As the county’s largest business organization, the Chamber works to provide business leadership to foster an economic and cultural climate favorable to all business, in order to create a higher quality of life for all residents.

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The City of Newnan Fire Department Attends Bomb Threat Creditability Training at GEMA

2009-03-15T20:28:00.001-04:00

The city of Newnan Fire department sent fifteen members of their team to Bomb Threat Training at GEMA.

The Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) presented "Managing School Bomb Threats," a free class for education and law enforcement professionals. Topics covered planning for a bomb threat, how to identify a credible threat, search techniques, and adjudication of a bomb threat suspect. The seminar included with an explosives demonstration.

With the right tools and training, authorities can properly evaluate the threat and determine the best course of action, says Newnan Fire Chief Whitley.

GEMA School Safety Unit provides services that help schools have a safe and secure school year. GEMA’s school safety coordinators offer training and technical assistance to educators, emergency management and public safety personnel. This includes site surveys, classes on weapons screening, school bus safety, gangs bullying, exercise design, bomb threat management and school crises. For more information on GEMAS’s School Safety Unit visit www.gema.ga.gov or call 1-800-TRY-GEMA. For more information on specific risks within the city limits and how to prepare for them, contact Newnan Fire Department at 770-253-1851.
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Free Seminar Offered in Newnan March 27 to Georgia Seniors with Diabetes and Other Chronic Illnesses

2009-03-04T09:07:00.003-05:00

March 27th, 11:00 AM          
Coweta County Fairgrounds  
Conf. Center                           
Golden Creek Room               
575 Pine Rd.
Newnan, GA  30263

/PRNewswire/ -- A series of free seminars designed to help Georgia Medicare beneficiaries with chronic illness maintain a healthy lifestyle and learn about Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans designed for their unique needs will be offered during March at various locations throughout the state.

Care Improvement Plus, the state's largest Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plan for beneficiaries with diabetes and other chronic conditions, is hosting the sessions, which will include tips on proper nutrition and fitness, a free farmers market, and information on its 2009 plan offerings.

"Medicare beneficiaries in Georgia experience higher rates of chronic illnesses such as diabetes and heart failure, which can lead to serious complications if not properly managed," says Lisa Nelson, national director of community outreach for Care Improvement Plus. "Our goal is not only to educate beneficiaries on our plan benefits and services, but to present them with a sense of the unique support and education that our special needs plan seeks to provide."

Call toll free, 1-866-766-8698 (TTY: 1-866-766-8695) for more information or to register to attend a seminar in your area.


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