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Teen charged in string of robberies
Published in Local
A juvenile is being charged as an adult in four Coweta County armed robberies and four aggravated assaults.
Judge denies new trial for wife convicted of killing her husband
Published in Local
Michelle Garner Hall returned to Coweta Superior Court Thursday and once again went before Judge Jack Kirby for the first time since she was convicted in September of killing her husband, 37-year-old John "Britt" Hall, on July 30, 2008, at their Sharpsburg home.
Hikers should avoid Chatt-Bend park this weekend
Published in Local
This weekend is not the time to go hiking at the Chattahoochee Bend State Park property in western Coweta.
Cougars face another hurdle in M.L. King
Published in Sports
What can you say about the Newnan Cougars as they head into their second round playoff game at home tonight against the M.L. King Lions?
Chubby Checker tickets still available
Published in Local
There are still tickets available for Sunday's intimate concert/ dance party with music legend Chubby Checker.
Mrs. Margaret Inez Calhoun Bishop
Published in Obits
Mrs. Margaret Inez Calhoun Bishop
Carla Dunn Kersey Blankinship
Published in Obits
Carla Dunn Kersey Blankinship
Proceeds benefit Mary Ray School
Published in Local
Supporters of the Mary Ray Schoolhouse will kick off the Christmas season with a bazaar on Saturday.
Deaths published on 11/20/2009
Published in Obits
Eddie B. Bass, 89, of Newnan, Ga., died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at his residence. Sellers-Smith Funeral Home, Inc., Newnan, Ga.
Mrs. Mildred Clark Chambers
Published in Obits
Mrs. Mildred Clark Chambers
Can-A-Thon drives at schools end today
Published in Local
The Coweta Can-A-Thon is entering its home stretch, and today is the last big day for school collections.
Mrs. Helen Edwards Hilley
Published in Obits
Mrs. Helen Edwards Hilley
Mrs. Geneva Kern
Published in Obits
Mrs. Geneva Kern
Alleged burglar warms up bottle for crying baby
Published in HotStory
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- An 18-year-old is in police custody after he warmed up a bottle for a crying baby inside the house he was allegedly robbing. Indianapolis police arrested the suspect at Arlington High School on Tuesday after receiving a tip from a television viewer saw surveillance video on a newscast.
Sound Off comment a disgrace
Published in Opinion
For some strange reason, I have always enjoyed reading the Sound Off column. The depth and breadth of the misinformation and, at times, the sheer ignorance exhibited by writers are absolutely astounding.
State gasoline price average rises
Published in Local
Although the Georgia state average for gasoline prices actually rose on Thursday, according to fuelgaugereport.com, some local stations were offering regular unleaded for very low prices.
Another forecaster says it will be 2011 before our economy improves
Published in Opinion
Another strong voice in our state's economic forecasting arena says we can expect Georgia's recession to continue into 2010, with the state's fiscal picture improving in 2011.
Deadline today for Haralson Christmas Angels
Published in Local
Haralson in southeast Coweta will be lighting its town Christmas tree following a parade on Nov. 28.
ECHS, Newnan begin wrestling season tonight in tri-match
Published in Sports
The wrestling mats have been put to good use by Coweta's three varsity lineups since the beginning of this month. But not until tonight, have they been able to engulf hardwood floors of school gymnasiums.
Deadline for flood assistance applications is on Nov. 23
Published in Local
Authorities are reminding that the last day to register for flood assistance is Nov. 23, notes Patricia Palmer, Coweta County public affairs director.
Patriots win 9-10 championship
Published in Sports
The Patriots and Carson Rogers were able to turn a defensive struggle into a 26-6 championship victory on Monday over the Falcons during Monday's Super Bowl game to conclude the Coweta County Recreation Department's 2009 youth tackle football season.
Northbound lane closures on SR 54
Published in Local
Northbound lane closures are planned on State Route 54 in southeastern Coweta County 7 a.m. until 7 p.m., Monday, Nov. 23 daily through Nov. 30, excluding Saturday and Sunday.
Restaurant Inspection for 11/20/2009
Published in rest-inspection
* Anderson's Country Cooking, 8116 Highway 16 East, Senoia, was inspected Nov. 5. Current score, 92, A. Previous score, 89, B. Inspector's comments: Bowl of corn with spoon stored on prep table; open employee's cup stored on warmer. Unprotected light bulb inside walk-in freezer. Stained ceiling; clean floors under equipment. Presence of sanitizer not indicated on strip-corrected. Open bait stations-need closed bait station; droppings near bait station.
UGA baseball player left paralyzed after crash
Published in Sports/College
ATLANTA (AP) — Chance Veazey was living out his dream. He had a scholarship to play baseball at the University of Georgia. He impressed his coach so much during fall workouts that he was already penciled in as the starting second baseman.
Dayton upends Jackets, 63-59
Published in Sports/College
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Sophomore guard Paul Williams scored seven of his 13 points in the final minute, including a go-ahead 3-pointer, in Dayton’s win in the opening game of the O’Reilly Auto Parts Puerto Rico Tip-Off.