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Atlanta Sports on TV: Braves, United and Dream plus NASCAR, PGA
From Staff Reports – Scores updated thru 6/29 Below are the recent results and upcoming schedules for three Atlanta professional teams – Braves, United and Dream. Readers will also find TV networks and start times. Also listed below are TV networks and schedules for NASCAR and the PGA (golf). ATLANTA BRAVES (46-36) June 28 – Pittsburgh Pirates … W, 6-1 June 29 – Pittsburgh Pirates … W, 2-1 (10 inn.) June 30 – Pittsburgh Pirates … L, 2-4 July 2, Tues.
Coweta County School Board Approves Budget for 2024-25 School Year
From Coweta County Schools Press Release The Coweta County Board of Education gave final approval to an operational budget of $299,265,148 for the Coweta County School System’s 2024-2025 fiscal year (FY 2025), at a called meeting on Tuesday, June 25. Tuesday’s vote was the second of two formal votes on the new year’s budget, as required by state law. It follows board budget workshops held by the school board in May, and a preliminary vote on the new school year budget on June 11.
Coweta-Fayette EMC hosts EV Fire and Safety Training for Local Emergency Responders
Pictured above: Coweta-Fayette EMC Hosts Electric Vehicle Fire and Safety Training for Local Emergency Responders – Coweta County Fire Rescue and Newnan Fire Department. From Coweta-Fayette EMC Press Release Coweta-Fayette Electric Membership Corporation (CFEMC) hosted two electric vehicle (EV) fire and safety training sessions for 40 local firefighters on June 3-4, 2024.
Chelita Freeman chosen as May Artist of the Month
From City of Newnan Press Release The Newnan-Coweta Art Association (NCAA) has selected Chelita Freeman as its featured “Artist of the Month” for May. Freeman’s art will be featured in the entry way of Newnan City Hall (25LaGrange Street) throughout the month. Born in West Virginia and raised in Birmingham, Ala., Freeman moved to Georgia in 1964. She married Walter C. Freeman Jr. and had three children. Chelita started oil painting in the late 1960s.
Fairbanks named Home Helpers’ Caregiver of the Month
From HOME HELPERS HOME CARE Home Helpers Home Care of Newnan has named Taylor Fairbanks as its May Professional Caregiver of the Month. Taylor says she enjoys working for Home Helpers because “I feel well appreciated.” “Everyday isn’t always the same, and I have met some really cool clients. I always hear good news when any of my bosses call and I truly enjoy being a part of this team.” Congratulations Taylor! Are you an Exceptional Caregiver?
Out and About: Lighting the Way (Part 1 of 2)
“Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!” – Emma Lazarus, The New Colossus By KATIE ANDERSON, Special to The Paper It only takes a stroll in pretty much any US city to see that homelessness is an issue. The problem is not new, nor easy to solve, nor simple to write about.
Coweta Schools announce three new Principals, Assistant Principals for 2024-25
From Coweta County Schools Press Release The Coweta County Board of Education has approved several new principals for the 2024-25 school year, following recent retirement announcements and administrative appointments made in February. Lewis Brown has been named as the new principal of Welch Elementary School, to replace current principal Janice Smith. Smith has been named as the school system’s new Student Services Coordinator. Brown is currently an assistant principal at Welch Elementary.
Mr. Personality: Book of the Month and other Ramblings
By MR. PERSONALITY, Special to The Paper March: the highlights for this month are Palm Sunday and Easter, as well as Daylight Saving Time. Palm Sunday and Easter are celebrated in churches and temples all over the world, and hold intense meaning and much symbolism to believers everywhere. Kathy of Baker Bag Company (Phone 215-582-3432) has relocated to 8 LaGrange Street, one door down from Murphey Florist. A must-see for serious shoppers seeking savings and unique gifts for friends and family.
PNH honors 9-1-1 Communications Officer as January First Friday Hero
From Piedmont Newnan Hospital Piedmont Newnan Hospital has named Danielle Murrey, Coweta County 9-1-1 Communications Officer, the organization’s First Friday Hero for the month of January 2024. In November, Danielle received a 9-1-1 call for a woman who was having a baby and needed assistance. As soon as Danielle answered the phone, the woman began delivering her child, who was premature and not due for another three months.
NJSL hosting fundraising events to support Coweta Samaritan Clinic grant
From Special Reports As recently announced, the Coweta Samaritan Clinic has been selected as the annual grant recipient for the Newnan Junior Service League’s 2023-24 year! The NJSL grant will allow us to purchase much-needed portable dental x-ray equipment to better serve our patients’ dental needs! How can you help with this wonderful grant opportunity?
The Paper E-Edition for January now available online
Click the following link for the full digital issue: JANUARY PAPER E-EDITION. From Staff Reports The January issue of The Paper is now available for our readers online in a digital replica format. On the front page is our lead story on the Coweta County Citizen of the Year Nominees. Readers will also find spotlight ads on the Oscar Gala and Jess Barron of Lindsey’s Inc. Realtors. Below are the highlights of what readers will find in this month’s 24-page issue. • Publisher John A.
Piedmont’s Virtual Diabetes Classes Improve Patients’ Blood Sugar Levels
From Piedmont Newnan Hospital Taking a new virtual approach to educate diabetic patients, Piedmont is seeing significant progress in patient comprehension and health outcomes — with participants achieving healthier blood sugar levels. In fact, 80 percent of those who complete the classes see a substantial drop in their A1C. The average drop is two full percentage points.
Coweta County Health Department offers flu, COVID-19 vaccines, free COVID-19 self-tests
From Georgia Department of Public Health District 4 The Coweta County Health Department offers flu shots and the updated COVID-19 vaccine to provide protection against two of the three respiratory illnesses already circulating this season. Visit district4health.org/make-an-appointment to schedule your visit and learn more about which COVID-19 vaccine brand the health department currently offers for your age group. If you wish, you can schedule both vaccines for the same visit.
The Interview: Valerie Dumas
From Staff Reports This month, The Paper visited with Valerie Dumas for its November Q&A. Briefly describe yourself and what you do/did. My name is Valerie Dumas and I own Gillyweeds, which is a gift boutique on the square in downtown Newnan (between Leaf & Bean and Fabiano’s Pizzeria). We’ve been in business since 2012 and sell gifts, clothing and other cool things! Best piece of advice you’ve received. Don’t be a screen door on a submarine.
The Music: Local & Live in October
Pictured above (top left and clockwise) are some of the local artists to perform in the area this month – Leonard Washington, Mary Martin, Aaron Watkins and John Hensley.
Coweta News & Notes with bits of Zen
By JOHN A. WINTERS, Publisher News from here, there and the Internet. ••••••••••••••• The University of West Georgia will embark on a transformative journey to join NCAA Division I Athletics in the coming year, following a vote by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. As part of the transition, the UWG Wolves will join the Atlantic Sun Conference, effective July 1, 2024, creating a conference of 12 athletics teams across the southeastern United States.
Senior Living Advice: Falls are more commonplace than you think for seniors
By BETH DOW, Home Helpers of GA & AL September is National Fall Prevention Month. So why does the simple act of falling deserve an entire month of attention? Because falling when you are younger than 60 and falling after you are 60, can have two totally different results. Results that could be life altering. Statistics are always changing so I went to the CDC website to get the most up-to-date information to help explain the problem.
Prepare for a Family Day at the Coweta County Fair
From Metro Creative Services and Staff Reports County fairs, state fairs and country fairs dot the landscape in late spring, summer and fall, offering fairgoers plenty of attractions and rides to fill warm days and evenings. And it’s no exception here locally as the 2023 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair is set for its 11-day run from Sept. 14-24. Families who plan ahead for the festivities may be able to improve their experiences. • Purchase passes in advance.
Senior Living Advice: Learning lessons from my grandson’s perspective
By BETH DOW, Home Helpers of GA & AL The older I get, the more I let things irritate me. I seem to – more often than not – lose perspective and allow a small thing mess up my entire day … or week. If you watch the news or just scroll through Facebook, I think you will agree that many of us have lost perspective. We let small things and/or maybe not-so-small things, dictate too much of our life, our thoughts and our enjoyment. I recently got a lesson on perspective from my five-year-old grandson.
The Bookmark: The Summer Show Goes On
By JIMMY BASS, Coweta Public Library System Director As I sit down to write this, the heat has finally made its presence known here in Coweta County. Here at Coweta Libraries, we have been on fire since the end of May when our summer programming and reading contest began with a mighty boom. We have already hit our participation number for last year, but have plenty more prizes and fun activities planned. So, if you have not signed you or your children up, it is not too late.
Piedmont Newnan honors Jean Thomas for 60 years of service
From Piedmont Facebook Page Please join us in honoring Jean Thomas for her unbelievable 60 years of dedication to Piedmont! Starting as a nurse on June 17, 1963, Jean has become the longest-tenured employee in the entire Piedmont system. Her remarkable commitment has left a lasting impact on Piedmont and our community. Being the most senior-tenured employee among our 37,000 staff members is an exceptional achievement.
Coweta County BOE approves Budget for 2023-24 School Year
From Coweta County Schools Press Release The Coweta County Board of Education gave final approval to a Coweta County School System operational budget of $276,373,942 for the 2023-2024 fiscal year (FY 2024), at a called meeting on Tuesday, June 27. Tuesday’s vote was the second of two formal votes on the new year’s budget, as required by state law. It follows budget workshops held by the school board in May, and tentative approval of the budget on June 13.
Weather: Heat to turn up with temps in the 90s this week
From Staff Reports Summer is officially less than a week old here in Coweta County, but it will feel in mid-season form this week with temperatures reaching the upper 90s. The National Weather Service says today will be the coolest of the week with a high of 89 degrees under mostly sunny skies. In fact, the 30 percent rain chance this afternoon is really the only precipitation in the forecast until Friday when a 20 percent chance arrives as a normal summer pattern sets in.
Lewis Grizzard Games to honor former local amateur athlete, sports editor
From Special Reports Enthusiasts of sports, journalists, and local celebrities are asked to team up in the new Lewis Grizzard Games 2023 to honor the talented amateur athlete and sports editor from Coweta County who became best known for his pointed opinions, humor, and writing. To engage many age groups with the author, the Moreland Cultural Arts Alliance, Inc. (MCAA) ,which operates the museum dedicated to Grizzard, inaugurates this new event.
Things To Do This Week: May 23-31
From Staff Reports Below are fun, educational and family-friendly events in Coweta County during this final week of May. To submit an event, email . May 24, WEDNESDAY East Coweta High School Graduation May 25, THURSDAY Newnan High School Graduation Coweta Seniors Concert & Lunch with Pete 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tommy Thompson Senior Center, 29 Hospital Road, Newnan Come Dance to the Oldies as musician and entertainer Pete Fodero performs tunes of Swing, Pop, Country, R&B, Motown and more.
PNH: When Treating Strokes, Every Minute Counts
From Piedmont Newnan Hospital Press Release Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. As a result, Piedmont Newnan Hospital is on a mission to increase awareness of stroke signs, symptoms and risk factors. While Piedmont Newnan can provide excellent care for patients suffering from stroke, the biggest factor in creating positive outcomes is for a person to act quickly at the first signs of symptoms.
KNB to host Paper Shredding Event on May 6
From Staff Reports The second of four scheduled Paper Shredding Events in 2023 will take place on Saturday, May 6 behind City Hall in downtown Newnan. The event – sponsored by Keep Newnan Beautiful – will be from 8 a.m. to Noon in the parking lot behind Newnan’s City Hall at 25 LaGrange Street. The first 3 bags or boxes are free for Coweta County residents. After that, the rate is $3 per bag or box. Other future Paper Shredding Event dates for 2023 are September 16 and December 2.
The Chef: Darrin Richards of Cafe 1485
From Staff Reports The Chefs column highlights our local culinary masters. They share a recipe that has a lot of meaning to them and thankfully, how to make it. (Well at least most of it, sometimes secrets must remain that.) This month’s chef is … Darrin Richards of Cafe 1485. Chef Darrin Richards Originally from a small town western Pennsylvania, I fell in love with cooking at a young age.
Weekly Report: Coweta County has slight increase in new cases
From Staff Reports Below is the weekly summary of COVID-19 data from March 23-29, 2023, from the Georgia Department of Public Health. The Daily Status Report generated by the Georgia Department of Public Health publishes each Wednesday at 3 p.m. To access this daily report, visit: https://dph.georgia.gov/covid-19-daily-status-report. COWETA COUNTY For the first time in six weeks, Coweta County saw an increase in new COVID-19 cases this past week.
Fire Training Facility Groundbreaking set for Feb. 28
From Special Reports The City of Newnan has announced the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new Fire Training Facility is set for Tuesday, February 28. The event will begin at 11 a.m. and take place at 473 Greison Trail in Newnan. “We appreciate the support of the City Council and the citizens through SPLOST as we take this important step in upgrading our department’s training facility,” said Newnan Fire Chief Stephen Brown.
The Weekly E-Edition for Feb. 15 now online
Click the following link to view the complete publication: The Weekly Feb. 15 E-Edition. From Staff Reports The February 15 issue of The Weekly print edition is now available in our digital replica format and is online to view. The Weekly front page has some upcoming February events plus sponsored ads from Newnan Theatre Company and Newnan-Coweta Historical Society / African-American Museum. Readers can flip thru this 16-page issue by clicking on the link above.
Piedmont Heart Institute Newnan adds Cardiologists
From Piedmont Newnan Press Release Piedmont Heart Institute, Piedmont Healthcare’s nationally recognized heart and vascular program, welcomed three new cardiologists to Newnan in 2022 as part of its commitment to expand access to these critical sub-specialties. “By adding these talented physicians, we are able to provide greater access to heart and vascular care for Piedmont patients throughout the state of Georgia,” said Charles L. Brown III, M.D., CEO of Piedmont’s Physician Enterprise.
February Calendar: You’re gonna love these events
From Staff Reports There are a number of fun events and fundraisers in February. Make note and mark your calendar. • The Coweta County Public Library System and Volunteers from the AARP Foundation have partnered once again to prepare federal and state tax returns for FREE at local libraries. Tax preparation and free electronic filing on Wednesdays at the Central Library branch and Thursdays at A. Mitchell Powell, Jr Library now through mid April. Visit cowetapubliclibrary.org for more information.
The Music: Local and Live in January
By KRIS YOUMANS, Special to The Paper “Music gives a soul to the Universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination & life to everything.” … Plato Newnan’s Kris Youmans fronts the Kris Youmans Band which has a unique roots, country sound with a bit of Western swing that makes them a perfect edition to GPB’s Georgia’s Country Connection series at GBP.org/country. We are fortunate that Kris writes The Music column for us each month. Local Venues – January Calendar THE ALAMO 19 W.
Three local teams participate in Red Zone Games at Mercedes Benz Stadium
From Special Reports On December 18, three flag football teams in the Coweta County Recreation League were invited to play in the Red Zone Games at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The Steelers, led by Head Coach Ron Troxler; the Falcons, led by Head Coach Michael Leech; and the Vikings, led by Head Coach Joey Johnson, all got to play exhibition games on the field that is home to the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United.
Recycle and reduce waste for the holidays
From METRO CREATIVE SERVICES The holiday season is a special time of year. Individuals often spend a little more on gifts, indulge a little more on rich foods and treats and make a concerted effort to enjoy more time with their loved ones during the holidays. The tendency to overdo things during the holiday season can create a lot of waste.
Easy ways to help cut grocery costs
From METRO CREATIVE SERVICES Consumers might not think it, but eggs are an expensive commodity. As of August 2022, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the average price of a dozen Grade A, large eggs was $3.12. Eggs are just one example of foods that have become significantly more costly over the last year or more. Flour, butter/margarine and dairy products also have become more expensive. According to CNBC, food prepared at home now costs 10 percent more than it did a year ago.
Mr. Personality: Downtown Newnan news, Book of the Month, and other ramblings
By MR. PERSONALITY, Special to The Paper December, the month for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, the first day of winter and of course Christmas Day. To have a greater understanding of Pearl Harbor during WWII and the hell our brave military heroes had to face, read the book titled “Killing the Rising Sun,” by Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard.
Consider these 13 gratifying Thanksgiving facts
From Metro Creative Services Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends and reflect on one’s blessings. In 2022, Canadian Thanksgiving takes place on October 10, while Americans celebrate on November 24. In anticipation of these holidays, here are some interesting facts about the Thanksgiving celebration. 1. American Thanksgiving is largely modeled on a 17th century harvest feast shared by the English settlers and the Wampanoag tribe. 2.
Prep Football: East Coweta, Trinity, Northgate, Heritage advance to state
From Staff Reports Four Coweta County schools have advanced to the state high school football playoffs which begin this weekend. East Coweta, Northgate and Trinity Christian punched their tickets to the first round of the GHSA (Georgia High School Association) state tournament while Heritage School earned a berth to the first round of the GIAA (Georgia Independent Athletics Association) playoffs.
Healthy Snacks for Trick-or-Treaters
From Metro Creative Services Halloween is a festive day for children and adults alike. However, the abundance of candy and chocolate offered on and around Halloween can compromise diets designed to keep people healthy. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, obesity prevalence in the United States was 20.7 percent among children between the ages of six and 11 and 22.2 percent among 12- to 19-year-olds from 2017 to 2020.
The Weekend Guide: Local Things to Do on Oct. 21-22-23
From Staff Reports Newnan Theatre Company’s ‘The Mousetrap’, Keep Newnan Beautiful’s Paint Recycling, and Main Street Newnan’s Spirits and Spice Festival headline the events this week in-and-around Coweta County. Below is the calendar for October 21-23. If you have an event to submit for a future Weekend Guide, email . October 21, FRIDAY NJSL 10th Annual Sporting Clay Shoot 8 a.m., Lake Blalock.
The Joint: H.J. Wings & Things
From Staff Reports Everyone has their “go-to” place to eat. It might be with linen tablecloths and waiters in ties, or where you throw peanuts on the floor and carve your initials in the wooden tables. Whatever and wherever, it’s your “joint.” There are lots of these places around here, and we’re out to find them all in The Joints column. This month – it’s H.J. Wings & Things. H.J. Wings & Things One of our favorite joints was Fat Boys Bar and Grill, located out on Ga. Hwy. 16.
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