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The countdown has begun to the start of the 2025 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair on September 18.

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Dept. Q (now streaming) – l Fix Rating 8/10 – This nine-episode crime procedural comes from “The Queen’s Gambit” creator Scott Frank. It’s based on a series of Danish novels by Jussi Adler-Olsen.

The show, set in Edinburgh, Scotland, stars Matthew Goode as a brilliant but emotionally unstable investigator named Carl Morck.

After surviving being shot while investigating a gruesome murder, Morck is assigned to a new division that investigates cold cases. He reluctantly assembles a motley crew, including a former Syrian police officer played by Alexej Manvelov. Things get complicated when they decide to reopen a missing person case involving the disappearance of a controversial former prosecutor. This finely acted and expertly shot corkscrew of a story is more than meets the eye, as they uncover a disturbing conspiracy.

Wednesday (season 2 premiere August 6) – Jenna Ortega returns as the title character in this Tim Burton-created series spinoff of the “The Addams Family” classic television show. This new season follows up with eight episodes broken into two parts (part 2 premieres on September 3). The trailers tease a story that kicks off with Wednesday getting a scary

vision that her roommate, Enid (Emma Myers), will die. Of course, Wednesday decides to save her or “die trying.”

Chief of War (now streaming) – In this 18th-century set series, Jason Momoa plays Ka’iana, an ali’i (chief) from Hawaii who is forced to become a warrior. This narrative focuses on the story from the perspective of the indigenous people who battle internal strife and Western colonizers. “Chief of War” is a passion project for Momoa and his co-creator Thomas Pa’a Sibbett.

Peacemaker (season 2 premiere August 21) – With the success of James Gunn’s “Superman,” “Peacemaker” gets a fresh update with its second season. Note that the character of Peacemaker (played perfectly by John Cena) got a cameo in “Superman” in a funny blink and you’ll miss it moment. Season 2’s eight weekly released episodes will be consistent with Gunn’s DC universe reboot by having Peacemaker butt heads with Rick Flag, Sr. (Frank Grillo), the father of the character killed

Borderline (premieres on August 1) – This dark comedy thriller stars Samara Weaving and is written by “Cocaine Bear” screenwriter Jimmy Warden, who makes his directorial debut here. The story is set in the 1990s. Weaving plays a pop star named Sofia, whose life changes dramatically when a delusional fan named Paul (Ray Nicholson) breaks into her isolated desert home to convince her to marry him.

The absurd story is said to blend satirical elements with suspense as Warden explores the depths and dangers associated with fame and obsession.

King of the Hill (season 14 now streaming) – After a fifteen-year hiatus, the Hills return to Arlen, Texas, to discover that things have changed since their time working in Saudi Arabia. Bobby is now 21 years old and a chef who combines German and Japanese food while maturing into a fully formed adult. The principal voice cast returns with creator Mike Judge as Hank, Kathy Najimy as his wife, Peggy, and Pamela Adlon voicing Bobby. Count me in for more “King of the Hill” suburban humor that promises subtle sweetness as Hank and Peggy adjust to Bobby’s independence and their new reality in the Lone Star State.

The Monkey (movie premieres August 7) – l Fix Rating 6/10 – “The Monkey” isn’t one of the best King films. However, the wacky, absurd approach by

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“Longlegs” director Osgood Perkins has an energy that might infect the cool kids with King nostalgia.

The comic gore on display in this film easily fills huge vats with sinewy body parts and buckets of blood. Perkins’ unapologetically violent sequences are masterfully mounted and comedically effective, even if his narrative loses its way by the film’s middle section.

The story follows the misadventures of twins Hal and Bill (played young by Christian Convery and as an adult by Theo James) and their experiences with a wind-up organ-grinding monkey. Please don’t call it a toy, as terrible things happen when the key on the Monkey is turned.

Eyes of Wakanda (now streaming) – and Iron Man and His Awesome Friends (series premiere August 11) – As the MCU moves to a new phase in the wake of the relative success of recently released “The Fantastic Four,” these animated limited series might borrow from the movies but will likely stand alone in the franchise. “Eyes of Wakanda” is a fourpart anthology that follows Wakandan warriors who travel to different times to reclaim Vibranium artifacts. The younger-skewing preschool series “Marvel’s Iron Man and His Awesome Friends” concentrates on a younger Tony Stark, “Ironheart’s” Riki Williams, and Iron Hulk Amadeus Cho, who create suits of “iron” to protect their cities.

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John A. Winters, Publisher, Editor john@wintersmedia.net Corby Carlin Winters, Ambassador At Large corby@wintersmedia.net

Lesson 37 from ‘You Know You Are Becoming Your Dad When …’

You get on this whole serious discussion about the dishwasher and the proper loading of said device.

With four boys, my dad was constantly informing us “you will help your mother.” A lot of that had to do with cleaning up the dishes, as well as the pots and pans. This was back in the days before Teflon® (insert trademark here so lawyers don’t write letters) coating was on pots and pans.

In other words, those old SOS® pads (insert trademark here …) were what we used. Oh, and “scouring pads.” I also remember needing a lot of “elbow grease.”

Kids have it so easy today. Basically spit on the super no-stick whatever material and wipe it down with a paper towel.

Part of cleaning as you go was putting things away after cleaning them or if needed, into the dishwasher. There are distinct rules about loading dishwashers. One does not put in large pots and pans, those are for the aforementioned “elbow grease” method.

And, gawd forbid, putting drinking cups on the bottom rack goes beyond any form of common sense. Doing so means the water from the bottom sprayers will hit the cups and go no farther.

And let’s make sure we are all on the same page about putting utensils together in their little compartments. Knives with knives, forks with forks and so on. Dad was adamant that forks and spoons face up - eating side up - and handles went in first because - you could fit more in the compartment. He relented on knives and we were allowed to put the sharp blade down so we would not stab ourselves.

Let’s face it, you can tell a lot about someone’s personality just by looking inside their dishwasher. And right about now one spouse is looking at the other and going … “see, even Winters knows.”

We have three boys, most know them as the SONS of Thunder, for various and obvious reasons.

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The Eldest is a Captain in the U.S. Army. His dishwasher is in perfect alignment. Neat rows of dinner plates, another for smaller plates.

There are specific spots for bowls, cups and glasses. Everything is in order.

Middle is pretty much the polar opposite of his older sibling and having everything in order is just not on his radar. He has other interests and can walk by the bag of garbage by the front door multiple times without even considering it might need to go out to the trash can. Pots, pans, cups on the bottom row, he doesn’t really see the issue. And rinsing off beforehand? That would be a “no.”

Youngest is the carefree, Bob Marley “everything is gonna be alright” one. He is the calming influence and just takes everything in stride. He looks at the dishwater, everything that needs to go in and just figures out how to make it all fit. Won’t be perfect, but that really doesn’t matter, because everything is gonna be alright. He at least does not put pots in the dishwasher.

And then there is Mom, the Little Black Dress.

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The countdown has begun to the start of the 2025 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair. This year’s Kiwanis Coweta County Fair will take place at the Coweta County Fairgrounds and Conference Center. It’s 11-day run begins on Thursday, Sept. 18 and ends on Sunday, Sept. 28. The Mega Pass has once again returned for Fair attendees to save money and Mega Pass purchases can be made now online and later at in-person locations in Newnan. Check out our website at wintersmedia.net and follow the link at the top of the page.

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Shortstop Dax Kilby of the 5A State Champion Newnan High baseball team was drafted in the 1st round of the Major League Baseball Draft by the New York Yankees on July 13. Kilby was the 39th pick overall and published reports say he officially signed with the Yankees for $2.8 million. Besides leading the Cougars to the state title and 32-5 record, Kilby was also named the ITG Next 2025 Georgia Male Athlete of the Year.

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Big thank you to Papa Murphy’s on Lower Fayetteville Road which is donating 20 percent of your order value to Elevate Coweta Students. This amazing donation goes through the end of the year.

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Former East Coweta basketball standout Chris Youngblood signed a contract with NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder in late June. He helped lead the Thunder to a 4-1 record during the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. He averaged 12.4 points and 2.8 rebounds per game. He is the first East Coweta High basketball player to play in the NBA. Youngblood played collegiately at Kennesaw State, South Florida and Alabama.

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Piedmont Newnan Hospital has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain–MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2025. It is the fourth consecutive year the hospital has earned this recognition. The other Piedmont hospitals earning this award are Piedmont Henry, Piedmont Fayette, and Piedmont Augusta.

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The most popular cover of the song that most people will remember is the 1980 version – a five-part harmony arrangement – by the Eagles. It has been covered and/or recorded by over 25 artists, including Newnan’s own Alan Jackson on the Live at Texas Stadium album with George Strait and Jimmy Buffett.

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Parent advocate Cathy Nenov of Newnan has secured an official proclamation from Governor Brian Kemp recognizing World Fragile X Day on July 22 in Georgia. Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability and autism. Each year on July 22, iconic landmarks around the world “light up” to raise awareness. This year, more than 500 landmarks in 21 countries participated—including Niagara Falls, the PECO Crown Lights in Philadelphia, Matagarup Bridge in Australia, and the Hellenic Parliament Building in Greece.

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The Bookmark is sponsored by Coweta Public Library System

with Susan Crutchfield, Newnan Carnegie Library It was another amazing summer at the Carnegie Library! We welcomed thousands of people through our doors for so many fun events and programs. We love serving our community!

We also have some amazing fall programs coming up for children, adults and teens! Some of the programs on the horizon are Family Open Art, Bingo, Teen Self-Care, writing workshops, author visits, screening of Murder in Coweta County, Armchair Travelers-Scotland, Self Portrait Paper Collages, screening Jane Austen films, Intro to Photography and so, so much more. You can always check out our schedule at newnancarnegie.com/ calendar for more information.

I want to leave you with some recommendations to check out this fall.

The Enchanted Greenhouse by Sarah Beth Durst— This book was set in the same universe as the author’s first book Spellshop, which I also highly recommend. This was a cozy fantasy book. I enjoyed it so much. The book features disgraced librarian, Terlu Perna. She broke the law by creating a living and talking plant and is turned into a statue. She doesn’t know who has woken her up but she ends up at a mysterious greenhouse and finds a new purpose in life. The greenhouse was so magical and I loved how it just went on forever. It was like another character in the book. This one was perfect to read with a cup of tea!

6:40 to Montreal by Eva Jurczyk— This was a fantastic thriller. I will always love a murder mystery train! It reminds me of when I first started reading Agatha Christie books. In a nod to the queen of mysteries our main character’s name is Agatha. She is gifted a trip on the train to Montreal by her husband. The reason for the train trip is for her to work on the book she is writing with no outside distractions. This one was especially thrilling and the ending was just horrifyingly delightful.

The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan—This was a really interesting fiction read about an author of a bestselling book trilogy that became a movie series. The author of the series, Cate Kay, is a mysterious figure who is never seen in public. It turns out that Cate Kay doesn’t really exist. Who is the author of these books and why is she hiding her identity? This book was written from multiple points of view, so I feel like we were able to get a really good look into this story from so many people. I listened to this one on audio and it was excellent.

The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark—This thriller and family drama kept me flipping the pages to find out what was going on! Olivia is a disgraced ghostwriter because she dared to call out a horrible male ghostwriter on social media. Her estranged father, a famous horror writer, contracts her to ghostwrite his next book. Through this project family secrets that have been long buried are revealed. This was an excellent thriller that I consumed in one day.

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A 20+ year professional drummer and long time guitar hobbyist, in 2022 Elliott Phillips decided to start taking guitar seriously and trying to find his voice as a singer. Fast forward to July 2024 and he performed his first full length solo gig. Nowadays, Elliott is playing 20+ gigs per month as a solo singer and guitarist at bars, wineries, breweries, restaurants, and country clubs.

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Jam … Russ Gordon & before Sweetland Concert _____________ with full band _____________ BELOW THE NECK! AWKWARD BREWING Below the Redneck Gourmet 250 Lee St., Fayetteville 11 North Court Square, 678-856-5579 Newnan • 770-251-0092 Music starts at 6 p.m. Follow BTN on Instagram for updates and music 8/6 … Open Mic @Belowtheneck_rg Elliott Phillips 6 p.m.

8/8 … Anna Kathryn 8/20 … Open Mic Escoe Elliott Phillips 6 p.m. _____________ 8/9 … Coleman BARNSTORMER’S Woodall GRILL 8/15 … Russ Gordon 349 Jonathan’s Roost 8/16 … Tyler Lowman Rd., Williamson, GA 8/22 … Travis Lance 706-227-9989 Mapp 8/23 … Back to Mac 8/23 … Coach (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) _____________ 8/29 … Trevor Meadows 8/30 … John Hensley _____________

Kris Youmans-Hall is originally from Savannah, GA where she was part of the River Street music scene early on and is greatly influenced by music of the southern BRICKHOUSE GRILL culture. Kris’ interests are focused on local music, organizing music fundraisers, 141 Main St., Suite B, her three grown children, enjoying life on Pierce Chapel with husband Warren LaGrange 706-298-5485 Barefoot ‘Slim’, Hank the Dog (who also has an ear for music) and Marcy who is all 8/15 … Elliott Phillips ears when it comes to Live music. _____________ Contact Kris with questions, comments, suggestions or just to say you like her THE CELLAR / THE BAYS column krisyoumansband@gmail.com.

20 Jefferson St., Newnan 770-683-6328 COWBOY TOWN HOLLONVILLE OPRY THE LOFT Acoustic on Thursdays 4776 Nebula Road, AT TURIN UMC 1032 Broadway, Columin the Bays Warm Springs bus, 706-596-8141 20 Longstreet Ave., Turin Live Music Friday & 706-655-2022 8/21 … Kis Youmans 1st & 3rd Saturdays of Saturday nights Music at 8 p.m.

Band at Brims, Buckles month at 6:30 p.m.. & Boots 7 p.m.

8/6 … Wayward 8/8 … Traylee Oglesby Gospel, Bluegrass & Country Acoustic 8/9 … Chase Tibbitts Good Music, Good Fellowship Y’all are in for a night of honky-tonk heaven.

8/7 … Melody Kiser 8/15 … Lucas Smith 8/16 Vega Boys 6:30pm Brims, Buckles, and 8/8 … Mystery Tramp Live Music The Servers 7:30pm Boots is more than just 8/9 … Venus Kings 8/16 … The Dixon Fairlanes 8:30pm a concert—it’s a full-on _____________ Band 8/13 … Kandice country music social.

LINE CREEK BREWING 8/22 … Ellis Lowery Cherrell Expect an electric set 150 Huddleston Rd, PTC from the Kris Youmans 8/23 … Briar Suite 8/14 … Pete & Pete 678-545-6024 Band, serving up 8/15 … The Band One 8/29 … Doc Alford & 8/16 …

Liberty Road old-school country with The Raising Sand Band 8/16 … Whiskey Moon Rhythm Major heart and heat. Come 8/30 … Righteous 8/20 … JK Duke dressed to impress for 8/22 …

Pete Fodero Revolver _____________ 8/21 … 2 ½ Men _____________ our cowboy / cowgirl 8/22 … James Tiernan LINE CREEK BUS BARN costume contest (yes, GEORGIA SHRIMP 300 City Center Parkway, there are prizes), and be 8/23 … Duncan COMPANY Fayetteville ready to hit the floor for a Brothers 100 N Peachtree Parkway 770-731-1641 round of line dancing.

PTC, 770-631-9114 8/27 … Olivia Landivar _____________ 8/15 …

Pete Fodero Live Jazz, Soul, Motown 8/28 … Butch Watson MAD MEXICAN Call ahead for music 8/23 … John Hensley 8/29 … Liberty Road 2 East Court Square, Sunday Funday with 8/30 … Rusted Melody Newnan 770-683-9545 8/30 … Midnight _____________ Live music, bottomless Satellites Great food, live local LINE CREEK mimosas & bloody marys _____________ music. Call and THE RESERVE 8/17 … JK Duke 1 p.m.

CLYDE’S TABLE & _____________ check music schedule.

18 Savannah Street, _____________ TAVERN Newnan 770-755-6734 GRAZING HERE 5 East Jarred St., MOTORHEADS 2850 Highway 54, PTC 8/9 … John Hensley Cleveland 650 Macon St., Mc770-486-2696 8/15 … Ellis Lowery Donough 770-898-0008 706-607-8707 Shows at 8p.m.

8/22 … Ward Abel 8/14 … Mary Martin 8/9 … 2 Lane Blacktop 8/9 … Mostly 80s 8/23 … II Tone Def 6 p.m.

8/15 … Melody Kiser _____________ _____________ 8/15 … Dueling Pianos 8/16 … Nathan Morgan COCHRAN MILL 8/16 … Luke Brown 8/23 … Encore 27 Word St., Fairburn 8/22 … FUZE _____________ 470-776-6513 8/23 … Wyatt Band 8/8 … Ellis Lowery 7 p.m. _____________ _____________

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NUTWOOD WINERY PEACHTREE MARKET 1339 Upper Big Springs Rd., Peachtree City LaGrange 706-882-5295 8:30 … Daniel Toole 10 a.m.

Family-owned winery & _____________ cafe. Fridays & Saturdays PURE LIFE - a local performer in the HOUSE OF MUSIC Tasting Room. Starting 206 Clark St., LaGrange around 6 p.m. on Fridays 706-443-4838 and 2 p.m. on Saturdays.

A true listening room with 8/9 … Elliott Phillips hidden treasures, legendary 8/16 … Nick Mayfield singer/songwriters in an 8/29 … Nick Mayfield intimate setting. 7:30 p.m..

8/31 … Elliott Phillips 8/9 … Pascal’s Wager Call for additional line up. _____________ 7:30 p.m.

8/16 … Marde Brooks OLDE COURTHOUSE & Co. 7:30 p.m.

TAVERN On The Square 105 Glynn Street South, 8/24… Teen Concert Fayetteville GA 30214 Mae McKoy, SheLyn 678-489-3888 Kite, Vaeh 6 _____________ Saturdays …

RPM FULL SERVICE 8/9 … Funky Bluester 15 Jackson St., Newnan 8/16 … Alec James & 770-683-1414 Blues Caravan Neighborhood pub recy8/23 … Dani Mac & cled from a 1960s service Company station. Full kitchen, great 8/30 … Tripp & The food, bar, huge outdoor Breakers patio & Live music _____________ 8/24 … Ellis Lowery PARTNER’S II PIZZA 2 p.m. _____________ 995 Senoia Rd, Tyrone 770-306-3363 8/16 … Ellis Lowery 6 p.m. _____________

PASCAL’S BISTRO 217 Commerce Dr., PTC, 770-632-0112 8/23 … Jeanine & Guy 6 p.m. _____________

SENOIA SENOIA CITY PARK STUDIO CAFE MARIMAC LAKES BEER COMPANY 461 Sandy Creek Rd., 148 Pylant St. 1 Main St. Fayetteville 8/16 … Departure 770-727-9579 678.695.6278 Tribute to Journey Senoia’s 1st Craft Hbstudiocafe.com _____________ brewery! Bring the kids, Sunday brunch SKINNY’S dogs, and your favorite Live music 10:30 a.m.

11065 Sullivan Rd., takeout food.

8/9 … Venus Kings Newnan Thurs. at 6:30 p.m.; 8/16 … Venus Kings 770-683-5147 Fri. & Sat. music 7 p.m.; Music at 6 p.m.

8/23 … Venus Kings Sun. 5 p.m.

8/9 … Wyatt Band 8/30 … Venus Kings 8/7 … Open Mic Night _____________ 8/11 … JK Duke SUTTON’S 8/8 … Cowboy Noyz _____________ AMERICAN GRILL SMOKE & MIRRORS 8/9 … Canon Tyler 477 Rome St, Carrollton CAR SHOW 8/10 … Jay Neal 678-664-2082 McDonough 8/14 … Ellis Lowery Open Mic Wednesdays!

8/16 … Elliott Phillips 6 p.m.

9:30 a.m.- 12:30p.m. Live music every Friday & _____________ 8/15 … James & The Saturday nights!

Georgia Peaches SOUTHERN ROOTS 8/8 … David Pippin 15 Griffin St., 8/16 … Jake Hinton Group McDonough 8/17 … Matthew 8/9 …

Reid Morris 678-759-0302 McCartney 8/15 … McPherson 8/8 … Disco Party 8/21 … Open Mic Street 8/9 … Hank Williams Jr Night 8/16 …

Girl Jam - Linda Tribute ( All My Rowdy 8/22 … Righteous Ronstadt Tribute Friends) Revelers 8/22 … Russ Gordon 8/15 … Billy & The Jets 8/23 … Jackson & 8/23 … STIL (Billy Joel Elton John McDaniel Tribute) 8/29 … Power’s Trio 8/24 … Jack Flournoy 8/22 … Dueling Pianos 8/30 … Dereck 8/28 … Comedy Open _____________ 8/23 … DefVan Jovi Mic Night 7 p.m.

SWEET AUBURN BBQ Crue -80s Rock 1828 Jonesboro Rd., 8/29 … Venus Kings _____________ McDonough 8/30 … Luke Morgan 470-885-5004 8/31 … PorchFest 8/8 … Elliott Phillips Rhythm Major 8 p.m.

6 p.m. _____________ 8/22 … Elliott Phillips events subject to 6 p.m. _____________ change, check venue

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TOWERHOUSE FARM BREWERY 18736 Hwy. 85, Gay 470-620-7892 Live Music Friday 6-9 p.m.

8/15 … JK Duke _____________

TRILITH GUESTHOUSE 350 Trilith Parkway, Fayetteville 8/9 … Once Upon A Full Moon …

Bluegrass, BBQ, Moonshine 7 p.m. _____________

TWISTED TACO 115 Glynn St., Fayetteville 678-709-0950 Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.

8/7 … The Venus Kings 8/14 … The Venus Kings 8/21 … The Venus Kings 8/28 … The Venus Kings _____________

THE VILLE AMP 301 LaFayette Ave., Fayetteville 770-719-4172 TheVilleAmp.com 8/16 … Chris Lane w/ Johnathan Heilbronn 94.9 … The BULL _____________

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VINYLYTE RECORDS 38 S Court Square, Newnan 770-282-0237 8/9 … Open Mic 6 p.m. _____________

WHIMZICAL CAFE 33 E Broad St., Newnan 770-755-7709 The LUNE is now open! call for times _____________

Kris Youmans Band at Anthony’s

WILD LEAP 308 Main St., LaGrange 706-298-6400 8/23 … Ellis Lowery 7 p.m. _____________

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Lindsey’s Real Estate, Inc. adds 2 to its team

Lindsey’s, Inc. is excited to announce the addition of Hilary De Puy as an Associate Broker.

Hilary was born and raised in Northern California, now resides in Senoia, with her husband, Andrew McUsic. She holds undergraduate Bachelor of Arts degrees in Fine Arts and French, from the University of Nevada-Reno. She earned her Juris Doctorate degree in 2002. Hilary practiced law in the areas of property law and land use law until 2012. Thereafter, she transitioned into real estate brokering, joining Pacific Union Real Estate, later acquired by Compass Real Estate, specializing in luxury wine country properties in Napa Valley, California.

Hilary served her Napa community as director on the nonprofit boards of Family Service of North Bay, Napa Valley Arts Council, St. Helena Chamber of Commerce, and served as Board Vice-President of We Care Animal Rescue. Equally active in local government, Hilary served as Vice-Chairman of the Napa Bike and Trails Commission and Member of the Napa Traffic Advisory Committee. In addition, she was active in her local Napa Bar Association, serving as Secretary of Napa County Women Lawyers.

Since moving to Senoia, Georgia in 2022, Hilary has served as President and member of the Garden Club of Senoia, whereby under her leadership the Club undertook notable civic and historic garden restoration and development projects. Hilary serves at the pleasure of the Senoia Tree Commission, upon request. Hilary is a member of the Senoia United Methodist Church, where, along with a dedicated group of women, she tends the Church Rose Garden and the Church Mediation Garden.

Amongst Hilary’s core values are integrity, humility, dependability, determination, teamwork and sportsmanship. Hilary enjoys music, reading, gardening, forestry, hiking, swimming, tennis, golf, archery, equestrian activities, and in the winter months, skiing.

Hilary looks forward to assisting you with your real estate needs!

Lindsey’s, Inc., Realtors is proud to announce that Margaret Akins has joined our firm and is looking forward to assisting our customers and clients with their real estate needs.

Margaret is a dedicated Realtor® serving Newnan, GA, and the surrounding areas. Her hometown is Macon, GA, and she is married to Tyler Akins of Brooks, GA. She holds a degree in Business Management from Georgia College and has five years of property management experience, giving her a valuable understanding of the needs of owners, investors, and tenants. Since 2022, she has served as the office manager at W.D. Gray Land Surveying in Tyrone, GA, further expanding her knowledge of property development, land use, and local regulations. This well-rounded background provides her with unique insight in both residential and commercial real estate transactions.

When you work with Margaret, you’re not just hiring a real estate agent—you’re gaining a reliable advocate who prioritizes your best interests with honesty, respect, and care. Her attention to detail and commitment to exceptional service make her a respected real estate expert in the community.

Margaret looks forward to helping you achieve your real estate goals with confidence and peace of mind.

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14 Jackson Street, Newnan, GA 30263 • 770-253-6990 NEW LISTING

PRICE REDUCED

MLS #10567490 GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT HOME IN LAKE REDWINE ON 1.52 +/- ACRES! 4BR/4.5BA, kitchen, sunrm, family rm, DR, primary BR suite, bsmnt suite, game rm! Saltwater pool, 3 car garage, private boat dock, community amenities! $1,624,900.

Tom/Jess.

MLS #10539495 SPECTACULAR GATED CUSTOM HOME ON 12.18± ACRES with gorgeous pool, pool house. Circle driveway, 3 car garage, playhouse. Elegant double foyer entrance, hardwood floors, elevator, columns, wheelchair accessible. Kitchen w/granite counters, island, S.S. appliances, ample cabinet space, walk-in pantry, breakfast area with sun room access. Living room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace, built-in bookshelves/cabinets, coffered ceiling, large laundry room with sink, side entrance, separate dining room, office or nursery, off primary bedroom with sunroom access.

Spacious primary bedroom on main with deck, sunroom access, spectacular primary bath with tiled floor, walk-in tiled shower, jacuzzi tub, double vanity. Walk in closets with built ins. 3BRs, 2BAs upstairs with hardwood floors, tiled bathrooms, and second level porch access. Finished basement with custom bar, fireplace, full bathroom, movie room, walkout to pool, large utility room, garage door. Mechanical rooms. Gorgeous pool, hot tub and waterfall surrounded by stone patio, outdoor kitchen and fireplace, pool house with bathroom. Mostly wooded beautiful 12.18 +/- acres with riding trails and paths. Easy access to I-85, Newnan, Piedmont Hospital, City of Hope, and Ashley Park. $1,799,900 Jess.

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NICELY RENOVATED 3 BR/2BA RANCH ON 1.6 +/- ACRES w/ new roof, new windows, new kitchen w/ granite counters/island & dining area w/ screened porch. Large living area w/ shiplap walls.

Potential 4th BR, rec room or playroom off living area. Spacious primary BR w/ adjacent office or nursery. Walk-in closet, jacuzzi tub, sep. shower. Backdoor exit to deck & above ground pool w/ new liner. Party barn off of pool w/ lean-to storage. Crawlspace been professionally encapsulated by Aquaguard. Easy access to I-85, Newnan & LaGrange. $329,900. Jess.

PRICE REDUCED

MLS #10574254

SPACIOUS AND RENOVATED RANCH HOME ON WHITE OAK DRIVE, Walking Distance to White Oak Golf Course, Pool, Pickleball, Tennis and Clubhouse! Three car garage, fenced backyard, hardwood floors, luxury vinyl plank (LVP) floors, quartz countertops, island and breakfast bar in the kitchen with pantry. Living room / den off kitchen. Separate dining room and den. Bonus room has half bath and backyard access. Large primary bedroom with trey ceiling. Primary bath has jacuzzi tub, separate shower & walk-in closet. Laundry room off garage. Choice location with easy access to I-85, Peachtree City, hospitals, Ashley Park and retail! $505,000. Jess/Frank

MLS #10485734

WELL MAINTAINED 2 STORY on unfinished basement.

Choice North Newnan location w/great schools, easy access to I-85, Hartsfield Airport! Freshly painted inside/out. Neat as a pin! LVP flooring throughout. Foyer entrance. LR w/shiplap & fireplace. Screened porch access off LR, kitchen area. Kitchen w/ pantry, breakfast area. Large DR w/den, wainscoting. BR w/BA on main level. Spacious primary BR w/trey ceiling & den or office.

Big walk-in closet w/built-ins. Laundry upstairs. 3 secondary BRs & BA upstairs. Full unfinished basement w/walk-out to covered patio. Basement plumbed for BA. Excellent storage. Shop area.

Fire pit in big backyard. Spacious 1.3 acre lot with wooded area. $535,000. Jess.

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BEAUTIFUL EQUESTRIAN ESTATE AND FARM ON 17.43± ACRES with a 2-stall barn with tack room, fenced pastures, renovated ranch home on finished basement. Custom home has open floor plan, luxury vinyl plank floors, quartz counters/ island in kitchen with ss appliances, custom vent hood, pantry, dining area with high ceiling. LR features a fantastic stone fireplace, vaulted ceiling. Primary BR with gorgeous primary bath, walk-in tiled shower w/ heat lamp. Secondary BR with own bath, on main. Large laundry room with sink, pine cabinets. Pull down attic access. Attic has spray foam insulation. Private screened porch off hall. Spacious finished basement with its own kitchen and living area, ss appliances, exterior entrance. Full bath and bedroom with 2 closets and its own entrance. Great storage/mechanical room. Rocking chair front porch. Home has generator.

Private and serene location adjacent to Bear Creek Hunt Club.

This property is a must see! $699,900. Jess.

MLS #10498432 PRICE REDUCED RECENTLY RENOVATED RANCH WITH BASEMENT ON A CUL-DE-SAC LOT IN SHARPSBURG! New LVP flooring. Fresh paint. Foyer entrance. Large Living Room with fireplace and deck access. Kitchen with Breakfast Area, pantry. New range/oven & dishwasher. Separate Dining Room with hardwood floors. Office or Den. Primary Bedroom on main level with walk-in closet.

Garden tub. Separate shower. Split Bedroom plan. Unfinished Basement with walkout, plumbed for bath. Lots of potential.

Check this home out today! $399,900. Jess.

NEW LISTING

MLS #10561677

NEW CONSTRUCTION IN DOWNTOWN MORELAND! Beautiful 4BR, 3BA Craftsman style home on spacious acre lot w/ easy access to I-85. Walking distance to downtown amenities such as pickleball courts, playground and Moreland Elementary. Total electric home. Open floor plan w/foyer entrance. Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) floors & electric fireplace in LR. Sep. DR. Quartz counters in kitchen, baths. Tiled floors in BAs and laundry room. Primary BA has large walk-in tiled shower, free standing garden tub, walk-in closet!

Big bonus room upstairs. Covered back porch. Builder agrees to pay $3500 towards closing costs with use of preferred lender Skin Edge at Midstate Mortgage. Lender will also contribute $3500 towards closing for a total of $7000. $535,000. Jess.

MLS #10508181 ATTENTION DEVELOPERS, DIY OR HUNTERS! 53+/WOODED ACRES WITH 2 PONDS on Polk Road near Moreland.

5 Minutes to I-85 at Moreland. 2 Catfish ponds. Unfinished 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bath home with full Basement overlooking catfish ponds. Beautiful hardwoods. Bold, clear stream. Modular home on property to be removed 60 days after closing. Possible 3rd pond site. Lots of deer and wildlife. Lumber shall be removed by seller. $874,500. Frank.

NEW LISTING

MLS #10563490

BRIGHT, UPDATED HOME ON LARGE LOT IN ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOOD Well-maintained 3BR/2BA home on 0.8acre just minutes from downtown Newnan. Freshly painted interior w/parquet floors, custom blinds, bright, airy layout. LR w/ gas fireplace and vaulted ceiling opens to back deck. Kitchen has custom Turkish tile flooring, Samsung stainless-steel smart refrigerator, electric range/oven, dishwasher, adjacent dining area. Primary BR has double tray ceiling, 2 walk-in closets, and primary BA w/soaking tub, sep. shower, Turkish tile floor. 2 additional BRs, updated guest bath. Unfinished lower level has 2 large rooms, plumbing for future bath, workshop/storage area.

2-car garage. Private backyard. Ultrafast gigabit fiber connectivity available in neighborhood. Architectural roof installed Oct. '20, new HVAC system ('21), new water heater (Aug. '23), and smart thermostat. This comfortable home offers plenty of room to grow! $379,900. Jess.

MLS #10400489 RARE OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE OFF THE COURT SQUARE IN DOWNTOWN NEWNAN! Beautifully renovated living space upstairs w/ a stunning kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths & living area w/ Frplc & access to private deck overlooking the court square. Kitchen features an island, ample cabinet space, solidsurface counters, stainless steel appliances. Incredible natural light. Full bath off kitchen & living area. Primary bedroom, w/ spacious walk-in closet. Lovely primary bathroom w/ clawfoot tub & custom separate shower. Beautiful original hardwood floors & masonry walls. Property has 6 total fireplaces. Longtime tenant in place on main level. Downstairs level has 2 half baths. Living on ground floor is possible w/ Central Business District Zoning. Inquire with the City of Newnan. Walk to the restaurants, shops & businesses around downtown Newnan. This property is a must see! Reduced to $795,000. Frank/Jess.

PRICE REDUCED

MLS #10492715

WELL-MAINTAINED 2BR/2BA CONDOMINIUM IN EASY LIVING COMMUNITY OF COMMONWEALTH AT CALUMET. Open floor plan w/freshly painted interior. Large living area w/built-in bookcases. Kitchen w/island, breakfast bar, dining area, laundry closet, great cabinet space. Sunroom/office w/glass transom & beautiful natural light. Primary BR w/tray ceiling, garden tub, sep. shower, spacious walk-in closet. Guest room & guest BA on other side of the condo. Large, attached garage w/excellent storage & built in shelving. Back patio off living area. Community offers fantastic amenities including fully equipped fitness center, clubhouse, pool, sidewalks, streetlights. Lawn care, exterior maintenance, pest control included as part of HOA. Easy access to Ashley Park, I-85, and downtown Newnan. $309,900. Jess.

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SATURDAYS Senoia Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. 40 Travis St. On Facebook @senoiafarmersmarket

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Coweta County Senior Services Canongate Community Center Now Open

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Senior Services for members of our community 55-and-up at Canongate Community Center! Located at 30 Pete Road in Sharpsburg, the center is now offering free weekly classes of Yoga, Line Dancing and Zumba. Join us for a fun and healthy way to stay active and connected! Follow us on Facebook or website for the latest updates and announcements about special events like live music concerts, luncheons, educational programs and more. Give us a call at 770-683-8600 if you have any questions. We can’t wait to see you at the center!

*NOTE: All events are subject to change.

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Events Calendar TOMMY THOMPSON SENIOR CENTER 29 Hospital Road, Newnan

Tuesdays – All-levels Yoga Class, 10 a.m.

Wednesdays – Zumba with Sunny, 11:15 a.m.

Thursdays – Line Dancing Class, 10 a.m.

Fridays – All-levels Yoga Class, 10 a.m.

WEEKLY EVENTS (August & September)

Lunch ($2) is served daily, Monday-Friday, 11:15 a.m.

SPECIAL EVENTS

August 22, Friday – Live Music Concert with Pete Fodero, 10 a.m.

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Events Calendar

MADRAS PARK COMMUNITY CENTER & GYM 2355 Highway 29 North, Newnan

LEROY H. JOHNSON COMMUNITY CENTER 6646 Highway 16 East, Senoia

WEEKLY EVENTS (August & September)

Senior Center closed September 1

Mondays – Body & Brain Fitness with Edith, 10 a.m.

Tuesdays – Whole Body Workout with Nick, 10 a.m.

Wednesdays – Chair Yoga, 10 a.m.

Thursdays – Zumba with Sunny, 10 a.m.

Fridays – BINGO, 10 a.m.

Events Calendar

AUG SEPT

SPECIAL EVENTS

Sept. 10, Wednesday – Live Music Concert with Pete Fodero, 10 a.m.

Events Calendar

AUG SEPT

CANONGATE COMMUNITY CENTER 30 Pete Road, Sharspburg

Community Center closed September 9

WEEKLY EVENTS (August & September)

WEEKLY EVENTS (August & September)

Tuesdays – Line Dancing, 10-11:30 a.m., Gymnasium

Phone: 770-683-8600 • Website: cowetaparksandrec.com

Tuesdays – All-levels Yoga Class, 11 a.m.

Wednesdays – Line Dancing, 11 a.m.

Thursdays – Zumba with Sunny, 11:30 a.m.

@cowetaseniorservices

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Gray Skies, Bright Hearts: A Rainy Hamptons Day for Glioblastoma Special from Emily Chandler-Westergreen

y’all a nudge, it might catch on.

So here we are in the summer, and naturally, you can find me in the Hamptons, mocktail in hand, surrounded by a sea of sun hats, monogrammed towels, and meaningful causes. This time, it was the Summer Soiree for Gray for Glioblastoma, a beautiful event supporting glioblastoma research— and one that hit especially close to home for me as

a cancer survivor.

Now, let’s talk swag. Just as you can absolutely judge a book by its cover, a stellar soiree can and will be judged for its level of swaginess. I knew I was in for a good time when I spotted the monogram machine cranking out custom beach towels like it was Fashion Week for terry cloth. Add in personalized luggage tags (which now live on my most impractical but cutest

carry-on), and it was clear this wasn’t your average benefit. Yes, it poured rain all day. Yes, my hair gave up around 6 p.m. But when you’re slurping oysters under a canopy, sipping bubbly, and wiping caviar off your chin with something that literally has your name on it, the weather just becomes…ambiance.

But beyond the lovely touches and decadent bites, what really stood out was the heart of the event.

Glioblastoma is a devastating diagnosis, and the community gathered that day was there not just to raise money, but to lift each other up. As someone who’s been through the ringer with cancer, it meant a lot to witness hope and humor living side-by-side.

Rain or shine, this summer soiree proved that gray doesn’t mean gloomy—it means strength, solidarity, and a damn good beach towel.

I really want to start this off “I don’t always travel to luxurious destinations to attend fabulous fundraisers, but when I do… “ but that would be a lie—because we all know that’s exactly what I do and what my intentions are. I live for a fancy gala and an exotic locale. Some might say I’m a socialite of the world. Actually no one says that, but I thought if I gave

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Hot and cold sandwiches, strombolis and calzones, and pepperoni balls and other assorted appetizers round out the menu.

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.” This month’s featured joint is …

Family and pet-friendly. Great for lunch, dinner or take-out.

6549 Hwy. 54, Sharpsburg 678-857-3828 info@sharpsburgpizza.com sharpsburgpizza.com

Sharpsburg Pizza & Pub

We are always looking for a good slice of pizza, maybe some wings and a cold brew to wash it all down with.

Look for more joints on page 30 and on our website wintersmedia.net.

And this joint gets the prize for best descriptive name - Sharpsburg Pizza and Pub - because it is in Sharpsburg and serves pizza and beer. And why yes, you can belly up to the bar/pub.

But let’s talk pizza. It is seriously good. The kind of pizza where you finish, get in your car, look at the other person and go, “damn, that was good pizza.”

It has someting to do with the cheese.

According to the Little Black Dress, their salads are great. We did not get to try them on the last visit, but lots of raves on their smoked wings - jumbo wings no less. And they have a Pub Club, where you can get a buck off a domestic draft for an entire year.

Four sizes ranging from 10 to 18 inches. A vegan friendly red sauce; a white sauce (white sauces are amazing btw); olive oil; or pesto. Hand-tossed, thin or cauliflower (only in the 10-inch, thank goodness. Just not ready for that jump from bread to vegetable crusts yet.)

Some pizza perspicacity from the Internet.

“Do good. Be nice.

Order pizza.

Repeat.”

“A pizza slice a day keeps sadness away.”

– Jet Paacal “Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes: small, large, circle, square, thin crust, thick crust, stuffed crust, extra toppings.”

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770-252-1400

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Tomatoes Veggies Tomatoes, Veggies, Fruits, Plants, Flowers and so much more. Come see!

1502 US Hwy 29, Newnan, GA 30263 Hwy 29 N. & Hal Jones Rd. Roundabout just north of the Country Club

Open 7 Days A Week Monday-Saturday 8:30-7; Sunday 8:30-6 Like Us On Facebook Veggie Patch Produce Market

Thank you for supporting your small family owned local business!

Windy Hill Family Farms Locally grown beef products including steaks, roasts, sausage and more.

Farm Stand Hours: Friday 3 to 6 pm Saturday 10 am to 4 pm Friend us on Facebook to see weekly specials.

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The LOCATIONS Local Theatre

Around Downtown Market Day • Sept. 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Over 55 unique spaces, with a variety of one-of-a-kind gift item including fresh locally grown produce, honey, jams & jellies, pottery, art, hand-woven baskets, leather products, etc.

Sunrise on the Square Road Race Aug. 30, 8 to 10 a.m.

The Labor Day Road Race is a local favorite and has been held annually in downtown Newnan on the Saturday before Labor Day for over 40 years!

The race begins in downtown Newnan and spans through “The City of Homes”. _________________________

24 1st Ave, Newnan 770-683-6282 • newnantheatre.org Pride and Prejudice August 7-10, 14-17, & 21-24, The outspoken Lizzy Bennet is determined never to marry, despite mounting pressure from society.

But can she resist love, especially when that vaguely handsome, mildly amusing, and impossibly aggravating Mr. Darcy keeps popping up at every turn? Because what turns us into greater fools more than the high stakes game of love? _________________________

The Legacy Theatre The Legacy Theatre

1175 Senoia Rd., Suite C., Tyrone, GA., 30290 legacytheatre.com The Carnegie Library 1 LaGrange Street, Newnan, 770.683.1347 newnancarnegie.com eventbrite.com

Tell Me On A Sunday coming in September _________________________

Books & Bites • Aug. 9, 10 a.m. to Noon So much fun. Check website for more info.

Carolyn Curry • Aug. 28, 11:30 a.m.

Author talk, book signing. and Exercise Is Medicine, Gentle Yoga and Crochet, Literary Circle Book Club, and more … Some events require reservations _________________________

Southside Theatre Guild 20 W Campbellton St, Fairburn, GA 30213 770-969-0956 • stgplays.com _________________________

Senoia

Senoia Area Historical Society History Museum

MURDER MYSTERY

by David McGillravey & Walter Zerlin, Jr.

Every Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

40 Travis Street On Facebook @senoiafarmersmarket

Departure • Sat., Aug. 16th at Marimac Lake.

6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276 Facebook and Instagram. senoiaareahistory.com

For tix, visit enjoysenoia.com

Senoia PorchFest 2025

“Places in Peril: Georgia’s Most Endangered 3 p.m. Senoia’s annual hometown community Historic Places” Thurs., Aug. 14 celebration where porches and yards W. Wright Mitchell, President & CEO of The Georgia become stages for local and regional bands Trust for Historic Preservation, will share insights and musicians … 25+ bands, kids area, artist alley, on preserving our state’s irreplaceable historic, food, drink vendors, fun. _________________________ archaeological, and cultural treasures threatened by demolition, neglect, and inappropriate development. Doors open 6:30 p.m. (light Newnan Leisure Services refreshments), Program begins 7 p.m.  First Friday at First Avenue FREE for SAHS members Sept 5, 4-7 p.m. $5 suggested donation for guests Not-So-Fall Festival It’s a Fall Festival before the Fall Festivals …

Senoia-Opoly Day! Sat., Aug. 16, 1 to 4 p.m. a free, fun-filled evening activities and communiWe’ll have a life size monopoly board complete ty vibes! Register at eventbrite.com with Senoian properties, unique rules and a _________________________ historic twist … for kids 12 and under _________________________ Free Community Health Fair Sat. Aug. 16, 9 to 2, Church of Christ, 353 East Newnan Road, Newnan, GA 30263.

Medical Screenings, Walmart Vision, Chiropractic, 5-10 minute chair massage, Exercise Demonstrations, Food, and much more.

POC: Sarahann Pease 678-207-8507.

Newnan Cultural Arts Commission

The Newnan Cultural Arts Commission presents Jazz in the Park at Newnan Centre Amp with Chimére Scott 7:30 p.m. … music, dancing and fun for all.

Food and beverages (alcoholic/non-alcoholic) will be available for purchase starting before and during the show. Newnan Centre Amp is located at 1515 Lower Fayetteville Rd. _________________________

The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's Guild Dramatic Society

Senoia Farmers Market

Check website for fun things to do! explorenewnancoweta.com _________________________

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Live Music Atlanta

truebalanceofnewnan.com

Self-Care Fair • August 15, 1-7pm • $25 Entry

Look for music events in

Kris Youman-Hall’s Local and Live Music

Centre for Performing & Visual Arts 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan, GA 30265 thenixoncentre.net 770.254.2787

column in this issue.

Fox Theatre

301 Lafayette Ave., Fayetteville, GA 30214 770.719.4173 www.TheVilleAmp.com/

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660 Peachtree St NE (at Ponce de Leon Ave NE), Atlanta 404.881.2100 Check website … http://foxtheatre.org

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Chastain Park

140 W Wieuca Rd NW, Atlanta 404.233.2227

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Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater 201 McIntosh Trail, PTC 770.631.0630 Check website and Facebook for upcoming shows amphitheater.org/

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State Farm Arena

1 Philips Dr NW (at Centennial Olympic Park Dr), Atlanta, GA 404.878.3000 Check website … statefarmarena.com

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at Boyd Park, 110 Smith St., LaGrange, GA 30240 706.298.5434 sweetland.events/

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Coming Soon!

WEDNESDAYS * Yoga on the Green at Greenville Street Park!

This class is tailored to accommodate beginners, intermediate practitioners, and advanced yogis. Every Wednesday Sept. - Nov. 6 to 7 p.m.

Bring mat/towel and water! 51 Greenville St

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The Nixon Centre for the Arts’ 2025/2026 season!

9/11 … Herman’s Hermits with Peter Noone, 7 p.m.

9/25 … Black Tie Optional / A Tribute to Michael Buble and Beyond, 7 p.m.

10/5 … Masterworks - Thank You for the Music, 2:30 p.m.

10/16 … A John Denver Tribute, 7 p.m.

10/23 … Pianist Roberto Berrocal, 7 p.m.

10/30 … CashBack - Salute to Johnny and June Carter Cash, 7 p.m.

11/9 … Tara Winds, 3 p.m.

11/16 … “An Evening with Sade” with Shana Tucker, 3 p.m.

12/4 … The Sail on Christmas Concert, 7 p.m.

12/5 … Masterworks - “Christmas at the Centre with The Masterworks Chorale”, 7 p.m.

12/12 … What A Wonderful World - Louis and Ella at Christmas, 7 p.m.

12/16 … Centre Strings, 7 p.m.

1/22 … American Tune: Simon, Croce and Taylor, 7 p.m.

1/29 … Quarantined Quartet, 7 p.m.

2/5 … CeCe Teneal’s Divas of Soul, 7 p.m.

2/12 … Travis LeDoyt: A Tribute to the King, 7 p.m.

2/26 … 1969, 7 p.m.

3/3 … Candlelight Celtic, 7 pm 3/8 … A Masterwork with the Masterworks Chorale, 2:30 p.m.

3/19 … Pianomania - Rockin’ the 1950s with Jared Freiburg, 7 p.m.

4/19 … Gentlemen’s Quartet, 3 p.m.

5/5 … Centre Strings, 7 p.m.

5/7 … Gary Lewis and The Playboys, 7 p.m.

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Events

COWETA Coastal Social

2025

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COWETA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

AUGUST 8TH

6:30PM - 10:30PM at THE RESERVE EMERALD EMPIRE BAND | SHRIMP BOIL | OYSTERS | OPEN BAR LIVE AUCTION | RAFFLE | SHAG DANCING

Coweta County African American Heritage Museum Open for tours and storytelling Thursdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

92 Farmer St., Newnan near the skate park ccaahm.org 470.414.1647 ____________

Coweta County Genealogical Society & Library 8 Carmichael St., Newnan Wed. - Fri., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ____________

Proceeds raised support the Coweta Together Fund’s Impact Grants, which support our local nonprofits For more information email Leslie Davis at ldavis@cowetafoundation.org

To register, scan the code or visit cowetafoundation.org/events

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Outdoors Chattahoochee Bend State Park

425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan, GA 30263 Call before you go … 770.254.7271 gastateparks.org/ChattahoocheeBend

2025 Tony Barnhart College Football Kickoff Breakfast  Sat., Aug. 16 benefiting Coweta Samaritan Clinic! at Central Baptist Church. It will be an awesome morning with Mr. College Football himself … Tony Barnhart who recently announced his retirement.

See him while you can! Grab your tickets now at csccares.org/football or call 770-683-6981.

7 to 9 am. Fellowship Hall, 14 W Broad St., Newnan Look for Coweta Samaritan Clinic friends at the Coweta Coastal Social Friday, August 8 supporting the Coweta Community Foundation, which does so much for the Clinic and our community!

McRitchie-Hollis Museum 74 Jackson St., Newnan • 770.251.0207 newnancowetahistory.com NC History Center visits Moreland’s Museum & Little Manse August 21 Local historian, Winston Skinner and Museum Director, Carol Chancey, will be guides into the historic world of Moreland, which includes authors Lewis Grizzard and Erskine Caldwell. Program starts at 6 p.m. with refreshments and opening remarks.

Info: 770-251-0207 or taj@newnancowetahistory.com Beyond the Big Top Art Show Opening Sept. 4, 7 p.m. STEP RIGHT UP to the Greatest Art Show Opening Event on Earth! An art show with local artist Faith Farrell. It’s fair and carnival themed and will be on display starting Sept. 4 at the McRitchie-Hollis Museum. Enjoy hot dogs, cotton candy, popcorn and treats! Support local artist and local history and join us for this one of kind special event in homage to fairs everywhere, but especially the Kiwanis Coweta County Fair!

Art show on display until Sept. 28 An Evening with Chris Skates author of Moonshine Over Georgia Sept. 12, 6 p.m. Newnan’s Historic Courthouse 200 West Court Square, Newnan _________________________

40 Greenway Court, Suite D, Newnan www.southernarcdance.org • 770.683.3724 _________________________

Know Before You Go Saturday, Aug. 9, 11 a.m. to noon Nature can be beautiful but, do you know what to do when you encounter a dangerous animal while hiking? Join our Naturalist on hike to Trail Head 1 Creek to learn how to prepare and what steps to take when confronted with wild animals who are territorial or sick. $8 Adult / $5 Child $5 parking.

Prescribed Burn Hike Saturday, Aug. 16, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Take a hike with Georgia’s Northern Resource Manager Phil Delestrez through Chattahoochee Bends prescribed burned areas to hear about the process and learn why it is so essential to our ecosystem. $8 Adult / $5 Child $5 parking.

Great Pollinator Count Saturday, Aug. 23, 1-4 p.m.

“At least 75% maybe more, of the flowering plants on earth receive pollination from insects or animals, with elements like wind assisting others.” Researchers need your help so join us at the visitor center to pick up a pollinator counting sheet and go to the pollinator garden to see how many pollinators you can count in a 15 minutes. $5 parking.

Hike Through The Past Saturday, Aug. 30, 1-2 p.m.

Ever wondered while hiking the trails, if someone once inhabited the area your walking through?

Join our Naturalist to hear about the people that once inhabited the Chattahoochee River area, hike the boulder trail to see old structures and hear about other finds around the park. $8 plus $5 parking.

Free Fun • Friday, Sept. 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games. $5 parking.

Grandparents Day Saturday, Sept. 6, 1-3 p.m.

Let’s do something super fun for Grandparents Day! Grandparents, get ready to channel your inner child- think crazy socks, bright colors, and maybe even a silly hat! And grandkids, its your turn to embrace your wiser side- grab those glasses, a cardigan, and get ready to be the cutest little old person you can be! $2 plus $5 parking.

Call before youy go with questions or to register 770.254.7271.

Email chattbend.naturalist@gmail.com. _________________________

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Interview Jamar Joiner with

Briefly describe yourself and what you do/did.

Traveller – Chris Stapleton

I’m Jamar Joiner, executive director of Bridging The Gap (BTG) Community Outreach. Originally from New Orleans, I’ve called Newnan home for the past 18 years. I lead a passionate team working to feed, serve, and restore our neighbors across Coweta County and surrounding areas.

My days range from lifting food boxes and meeting with families to strategizing growth and engaging community partners — all in service of the mission to meet people where they are and walk with them toward stability.

Books:

Best piece of advice you’ve received.

“Don’t let anyone steal your joy.” Life will test you, but protecting your peace and joy is one of the most powerful things you can do.

If I had it to do over …

I would’ve believed in myself sooner and trusted that the space I was meant to lead in already had my name on it.

You are going on an extended solo trip.

What three albums and three books would you take?

Albums: The Best of Sam Cooke Escape – Journey

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He Speaks to Me by Priscilla Shirer – a powerful reflection on hearing God’s voice D’Angelo’s Voodoo by Faith A. Pennick – an R&B deep dive that blends music and culture Empire of Sin by Gary Krist – a rich and raw look into the real New Orleans Tell us one thing about yourself that few people know.

I enjoy baking — it’s therapeutic for me. There’s something peaceful about creating something from scratch and sharing it with the people I care about.

You are hosting a dinner party for six. What five people, living or dead, would you invite and why.

John Legend – for his creativity, advocacy, and perspective Sam Cooke – for his unmatched voice and the soul he brought to the civil rights movement C.S. Lewis – to explore deep topics of faith and humanity Langston Hughes – to hear him recite poetry and speak truth to power

That’s a WRAP on Summer Lunch 2025!

Our community showed UP and showed OUT— and the numbers say it all:

 30,055 Kids’ Lunches !  690 Adult Lunches !  6 Locations !  14 Churches !  6 Businesses !  8 Civic Groups, Nonprofits and Schools that Volunteered and Provided Food !  6 Water Days !  A Fire Truck !  2 Ice Cream Trucks !  205 Pieces of Sidewalk Chalks !  6 Pallets of Juices Boxes (over 20,800 Juices) !  Over 1,300 Volunteers !

Frederick Douglass – for his courage, intellect, and ability to move nations with words

Name an as yet unfulfilled dream.

To build a multi-acre resource campus that offers food, housing assistance, mentorship, mental health care, and workforce development — all in one location. A place where families can truly rebuild.

If you weren’t doing what you are, you would be …

Mentoring young men — coaching, guiding, and walking with them through life. That’s still a big part of my purpose.

Your go-to food.

Chinese takeout — give me sesame chicken, fried rice, and egg rolls and I’m good.

Favorite movie(s).

The entire Fast & Furious series — but Fast Five is the ultimate favorite. It had the perfect mix of action, family, and legacy.

Dogs or cats?

Dogs — specifically American Bulldogs. Loyal, strong, and full of personality.

Your favorite quote and why.

“Service is the rent we pay for the privilege of living on this earth.” – Shirley Chisholm It grounds me. We’re not here just to exist — we’re here to serve.

Name something that you are extremely glad you did or accomplished.

Stepping into leadership at BTG. It was a leap of faith that aligned with my purpose and gave me the chance to impact lives daily.

What advice would you give your younger self just starting out on their own.

You don’t have to prove your worth — just walk in it. Everything that feels like a delay is really just preparation. Keep showing up.

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Professional Sports MLB Baseball

ATLANTA BRAVES

Aug. 6, Wed. – Milwaukee Brewers 7:15 pm – FanDuel / FS1 Aug. 7, Thurs. – Miami Marlins 7:15 pm – FanDuel Aug. 8, Fri. – Miami Marlins 7:15 pm – FanDuel / Gray TV Aug. 9, Sat. – Miami Marlins (DH) 1:15 pm, 7:15 pm – FanDuel Aug. 10, Sun. – Miami Marlins 1:35 pm – FanDuel Aug. 12, Tues. – at New York Mets 7:10 pm – FanDuel Aug. 13, Wed. – at New York Mets 7:10 pm – FanDuel / FS1

Aug. 14, Thurs. – at New York Mets 7:10 pm – FanDuel Aug. 15, Fri. – at Cleveland Guardians 7:10 pm – FanDuel Aug. 16, Sat. – at Cleveland Guardians 7:10 pm – FanDuel Aug. 17, Sun. – at Cleveland Guardians 1:40 pm – FanDuel Aug. 18, Mon. – Chicago White Sox 7:15 pm – FanDuel Aug. 19, Tues. – Chicago White Sox 7:15 pm – FanDuel Aug. 20, Wed. – Chicago White Sox 7:15 pm – FanDuel Aug. 22, Fri. – New York Mets 7:15 pm – Apple TV+ Aug. 23, Sat. – New York Mets FanDuel

Aug. 24, Sun. – New York Mets 1:35 pm – FanDuel Aug. 25, Mon. – at Miami Marlins 6:40 pm – FanDuel Aug. 26, Tues. – at Miami Marlins 6:40 pm – Fan Duel Aug. 27, Wed. – at Miami Marlins 1:10 pm – FanDuel Aug. 28, Thurs. – at Philadelphia Phillies 6:45 pm – FanDuel Aug. 29, Fri. – at Philadelphia Phillies 6:45 pm – Apple TV+ Aug. 30, Sat. – at Philadelphia Phillies 6:05 pm – FanDuel Aug. 31, Sun. – at Philadelphia Phillies 7:10 pm – ESPN Sept. 1, Mon. – at Chicago Cubs 4:05 pm – FanDuel

Reliable Service, Real Impact.

Sept. 2, Tues. – at Chicago Cubs 7:40 pm – FanDuel Sept. 3, Wed. – at Chicago Cubs 7:40 pm – FanDuel _________________________ NFL Football

ATLANTA FALCONS

#Aug. 8, Fri. – Detroit Lions 7 pm – FOX 5 #Aug. 15, Fri. – Tennessee Titans 7 pm – FOX 5 #Aug. 22, Fri. – at Dallas Cowboys 8 pm – FOX 5 # preseason _________________________

MLS Soccer

ATLANTA UNITED

Aug. 6, Wed. – Atlas (Leagues Cup) 7:30 pm – Apple TV Aug. 9, Sat. – at CF Montreal 7:30 pm – Apple TV Aug. 16, Sat. – at Colorado Rapids 9:30 pm – Apple TV Aug. 24, Sun. – Toronto FC 4 pm – Apple TV Aug. 30, Sat. – at Nashville SC 8:30 pm – Apple TV _________________________

WNBA Basketball

ATLANTA DREAM

Aug. 7, Thurs. – at Chicago Sky 8 pm – Peachtree TV Aug. 10, Sun. – at Phoenix Mercury 6 pm – Peachtree TV Aug. 13, Wed. – at Seattle Storm 10 pm – Peachtree TV Aug. 15, Fri. – at Seattle Storm 10 pm – ION Aug. 17, Sun. – at Golden State Valkyries 8:30 pm – Peachtree TV Aug. 19, Tues. – at Las Vegas Aces 10 pm – Peachtree TV Aug. 21, Thurs. – Minnesota Lynx 7:30 pm – Peachtree TV Aug. 23, Sat. – New York Liberty 2 pm – CBS Aug. 27, Wed. – Las Vegas Aces 7:30 pm – Peachtree TV Aug. 29, Fri. – Dallas Wings 7:30 pm – ION Sept. 1, Mon. – at Connecticut Sun 1 pm – Peachtree TV Sept. 3, Wed. – Los Angeles Sparks 7:30 pm – Peachtree TV _________________________

The 2025 college football season officially begins on Saturday, August 23rd.

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HIGH OL O H C S BALL

FOOT

CENTRAL CHRISTIAN Aug. 15 – Hearts Academy, 7:30 pm Aug. 22 – at Peachtree Academy, 7:30 pm Aug. 29 – Unity Christian, 7:30 pm Sept. 5 – Open Sept. 12 – *at Young Americans Christian, 7:30 pm Sept. 19 – Crosspointe Christian, 7:30 pm Sept. 26 – *at Community Christian, 7:30 pm Oct. 8 – *Lafayette Christian, 7:30 pm Oct. 10 – at John Ferry Christian, 7:30 pm Oct. 17 – Open Oct. 24 – *at Harvester Christian, 7:30 pm Oct. 31 – *New Creation Christian, 7:30 pm

EAST COWETA Aug. 8 – Spalding (scrimmage), 7:30 pm Aug. 15 – Sandy Creek, 8 pm Aug. 22 – at Newnan, 7:30 pm Aug. 29 – North Cobb, 8 pm Sept. 5 – Lovejoy, 8 pm Sept. 12 – Open Sept. 19 – Perry, 7:30 pm Sept. 26 – at Cambridge, 7:30 pm Oct. 3 – *at Douglas County, 7:30 pm Oct. 10 – Open Oct. 17 – *at Carrollton, 7:30 pm Oct. 24 – *Westlake, 7:30 pm Oct. 31 – *Chapel Hill, 7:30 pm HERITAGE SCHOOL Aug. 15 – at Towers, 7:30 pm Aug. 22 – Athens Christian, 7:30 pm Aug. 29 – at King’s Ridge Christian, 7:30 pm Sept. 5 – at Strong Rock Christian, 7:30 pm Sept. 12 – Walker, 7:30 pm Sept. 19 – Riverside Prep (Homecoming), 7:30 pm Sept. 26 – at Piedmont Academy 7:30 pm Oct. 3 – Open Oct. 10 – *at Central Fellowship Christian, 7:30 pm

Oct. 17 – *Flint River Academy, 7:30 pm Oct. 24 – *at Windsor Academy, 7:30 pm NEWNAN Aug. 7 – at Villa Rica (scrimmage), 7:30 pm Aug. 15 – Greater Atlanta Christian, 7:30 pm Aug. 22 – East Coweta, 7:30 pm Aug. 29 – Arabia Mountain, 7:30 pm Sept. 5 – Open Sept. 12 – *Northgate, 7:30 pm Sept. 19 – *Morrow, 7:30 pm (HC) Sept. 26 – *at Langston Hughes, 7:30 pm Oct. 3 – *at Dutchtown, 7:30 pm Oct. 10 – Open Oct. 17 –*at Lovejoy, 7:30 pm Oct. 24 – *Banneker, 7:30 pm Oct. 31 – *at McIntosh, 7:30 pm NORTHGATE Aug. 15 – at Starr’s Mill, 7:30 pm Aug. 22 – at Villa Rica, 7:30 pm Aug. 29 – Northside, Columbus, 7:30 pm Sept. 5 – Open Sept. 12 – *at Newnan, 7:30 pm Sept. 19 – *Banneker, 7:30 pm

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Sept. 26 – *at McIntosh, 7;30 pm Oct. 3 – *Morrow, 7:30 pm Oct. 10 – Open Oct. 17 – *at Langston Hughes, 7:30 pm Oct. 24 – *Lovejoy, 7:30 pm Oct. 31 – *Dutchtown, 7:30 pm TRINITY CHRISTIAN Aug. 1 – at Wesleyan, 7 pm (scrimmage) Aug. 15 – at Ola, 7:30 pm Aug. 22 – at Riverdale, 7:30 pm Aug. 29 – Open Sept. 5 – *LaGrange, 7:30 pm Sept. 12 – *at Spalding, 7:30 pm Sept. 19 – *at Sandy Creek, 7:30 pm Sept. 26 – *Whitewater, 7:30 pm (HC) Oct. 3 – *at Mary Persons, 7:30 pm Oct. 10 – *Troup County, 7:30 pm Oct. 17 – Open Oct. 24 – *Upson Lee, 7:30 pm Oct. 31 – *at Fayette County, 7:30 pm * Region games

Georgia Bone and Joint is proud to offer the only pediatric specialty orthopedic service on Atlanta’s Southside!

With more than 30 years’ experience in pediatric orthopedic care, Georgia Bone and Joint is proud to offer the only pediatric specialty orthopedic service on Atlanta’s Southside, giving families the highest quality of care for growing bones and muscles. Our pediatric orthopedic doctors specialize in providing the highest level of care and compassion to children experiencing orthopedic injuries or conditions. From toddlers to teens, Georgia Bone & Joint provides a broad range of services for children and the entire family all under one roof by offering families everything from a full PT gym and therapists for young bones, X-Ray and MRI services, and the convenience and cost-effective options with our on-site Ambulatory Surgery Center.

Georgia Bone and Joint also offers an AFTER HOURS CLINIC for families because we know injuries with active kids can happen anytime. Our Newnan Location is open for families 6 days a week, M-F from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Scheduled appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome.

Appointments 770.502.2175 & www.GeorgiaBoneandJoint.org 1755 Highway 34 East, Newnan | 125 Grand Oak Drive, Fayetteville | 145 Medical Boulevard, Stockbridge 1015 Lafayette Pkwy, Suite 210, LaGrange

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Online Mega Pass Sales to 2025 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair Underway

continued from page 1 Mega Passes must be purchased BEFORE the fair.

Online sales will end at midnight on the evening of Sept. 17.

In-person sales will begin on Friday, August 15 and will end on Wednesday, September 17 at 5 p.m. The four locations where in-person sales will be available are below.

• Arnall Grocery Company 32 East Washington Street, Newnan • Coweta County Extension/4-H 255 Pine Road, Newnan • Keith Ross Insurance Agency 41 Farmer Street #103, Newnan • Summit Family YMCA 1765 Highway 34 East, Newnan Fair hours are 4 to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 5 p.m. to midnight on Fridays; noon to midnight on Saturdays; and 2 to 10 p.m. on Sundays.

Parking is free.

The Coweta County Fairgrounds and Conference Center is located at 275 Pine Road, Newnan GA 30263.

For more info, visit cowetacountyfair.net.

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NEWNAN

Piedmont Newnan Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Diabetes and Stroke Care

Piedmont Newnan has received three achievement awards from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for demonstrating commitment to following the latest research-based guidelines for the treatment of stroke and diabetes, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer hospital readmissions. Overall, Piedmont received 47 awards across its 25-hospital system.

This year, Piedmont Newnan received the following achievement awards:

 Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Award Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll

Additionally, Piedmont Newnan continues to be designated as a Primary Stroke Center, meeting specific scientific guidelines featuring a comprehensive system for rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients admitted to the emergency department.

It’s important to “BE FAST” as early detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and speeding up recovery time:

“Piedmont Newnan is honored to be recognized for our dedication to helping stroke patients have the best possible chance of survival and quality of life,” said Stroke Program Manager Maria Wills, MSN, RN. “Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke, and it is the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the U.S.”

 E: Eyes— check for vision loss or double vision

A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, so brain cells die.

You can learn more at piedmont.org/stroke.

 B: Balance— watch for dizziness or loss of balance  F: Face— look for an uneven smile  A: Arm— check if one arm is weak  S: Speech— listen for slurred speech  T: Time— call 911 at the first sign of a stoke Get With The Guidelines put the expertise of the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association to work for hospitals nationwide, helping ensure patient care is aligned with the latest evidence and research-based guidelines. As a participant in both programs, Piedmont qualified for the awards by demonstrating how the organization has committed to improving quality care. Studies show patients can recover better when providers consistently follow treatment guidelines.

Prepare Your Child for a Healthy Start to the School Year

The new school year is in session and now is the time to start preparing for a successful and healthy year ahead.

“It’s a good time of year for getting kids physically and emotionally ready for the next school year: reviewing their health, academic record, their emotional health, making sure their routine health is up-to-date, including their vaccines and physicals,” said Jamison Roberts, M.D., Piedmont Physicians Pediatrics at Fischer Marketplace.

Whether your child is heading to kindergarten or high school, Dr. Roberts offers tips for you to help make sure your child has a healthy school year ahead: Limit backpack weight Children should not be carrying a heavy load as heavy backpacks can stunt a child’s growing body. Backpacks with two padded straps are recommended, and its contents should not weigh more than 15% of your child’s weight. Remember to use both straps so the weight is evenly distributed.

Sleep schedule As the school year approaches, children should gradually ease into an earlier sleep schedule and wake-up time. In general, pediatricians recommend between nine and 12 hours of sleep each night for ages 6 to 12 years old, and teens need eight to 10 hours of sleep.

Healthy eating Students who get proper nutrition are more attentive. It is best to avoid foods with added sugars. For breakfast, whole-grain breads, oatmeal, yogurt, cottage cheese, and fruit are a great way to start the day. A well-balanced lunch and dinner should include protein, whole grains, fruit and vegetables.

Try to avoid offering the same types of food to your child to keep them interested in a variety of healthy options.

Keep hands clean Illnesses and sickness can be spread through the transfer of germs.

Washing your hands is one of the best ways to get rid of germs that could make you sick. Make sure to wash your hands with warm water for at least 20 seconds.

Sports physical Sports teams, and often band groups, require a sports physical for participation as a proactive approach to identifying students who may be at higher risk for injuries or other health conditions.

Sports physicals can be combined during well child visits with your provider. They are also offered at our 75 Piedmont Urgent Care clinics, as well as at Piedmont QuickCare locations based on availability, to

check vitals, heart and lung health, joints, flexibility and medical history to complete any necessary forms.

Wellness check Dr. Roberts encourages parents and guardians to make sure their child’s wellness checks and preventative visits are up-to-date (within the past year). He added that parents should also be checking in on the mental wellbeing of their child, assessing for any emotional or social situations their child may have concerns about.

“Parents should be having really good open conversations with their kids, and also not hesitating to make an appointment so we can put a good success plan in place for the child,” Dr. Roberts said.

Immunizations Certain immunizations are also required for students before starting the new school year. Generally, some school systems will require a vaccine or boosters before starting kindergarten, before seventh grade and before 11th grade. Some colleges and universities may require updated vaccinations as well for incoming freshmen.

The immunization schedule can be found on the Georgia Department of Health website.

745 Poplar Road, Newnan, GA 30265 770.400.1000 • piedmont.org

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JOINTS

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.

Experience the elegance and fine dining of Newnan Country Club’s newly renovated banquet facilities for your next special occasion.

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 and on website wintersmedia.net.

Alo Farms … 629 Hwy 74 South, PTC 678.489.4423 Red and Green Oakleaf, Sweet Crisp, Red and Green Butter and Muir Lettuce.

Microgreen broccoli, basil, cucumbers, spinach, scallion and more. alofarmsga.us Apollo 2 Steaks … 33 1/2 Broad St., Newnan 770.667.4811, apollossteaks.com Authentic Philly cheesesteaks, cheesecake & more!

Cafe 1485 … 1485 GA 34 East, Newnan 470.627.3043 Serving breakfast and lunch, this chef-driven restaurant reminds one of a diner … offering omelets, French toast, corned beef, biscuits & gravy, shrimp & grits. Shrimp Po-Boys, Cubanos, Hamburgers & more.

Private event spaces are open to all.

CC’s Wings … 23 Franklin Road, Newnan 770.252.2755 Do a pretty big take-out business. Usual flavors with fish and burgers on the menu as well.

Christy’s Cafe … 27 Jackson St., Newnan 770-683-7512 One of the more popular breakfast joints in town. Regulars know the secret menu. Also open for lunch. The front porch is popular, especially with dog owners.

Down home grub.

Chylaca’s Mexican Restaurant & Grill …

20 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan, 770.252.6821 Serving up some of the best dishes around.

People rave about their salsa and rice.

We are also partial to the Tacos Carne Asada and the El Cabo.

Circa Coffee 865 Senoia Rd, Tyrone 770-683-7991 facebook.com/coffeehousetyrone/ Tasty chicken salad sandwich, ham and cheese croissant, caprese salad on sourdough bread & more. Their banana bread is off the charts.

And they’ve got some big cookies!

Coweta Country Junction … 1502 Hwy. 29 North, Newnan 770.253.5999 Arguably the best wings in the county. Big, juicy.

For more information, contact Victoria Brodeur Membership Marketing Event Director victoria@newnancc.org  770-253-7574 1356 US-29, Newnan, GA 30263

Big Joe’s Grill … 1329 Bullsboro Drive, Newnan • 504-250-9088 A family-owned Italian Creole restaurant located in Newnan. Our talented chefs prepare fresh signature dishes daily, including Cioppino seafood stew, veal or chicken piccata, shrimp or chicken alfredo, and more.

Dunc’s BBQ Kitchen … 98 Jackson St., Newnan 678-673-6644 Great joint that includes beef brisket, all-you-caneat catfish and shrimp, smoked chicken and pulled pork. Killer banana pudding and their white sauce is The Bomb.

El Taquito … 1389 Highway 29 South, Newnan 770.252.2777 It’s located inside a gas station. Their Coke is from Mexico and has sugar. This is the real deal. They have photos up above the counter and you can just point and salivate at the same time.

Fabiano’s Pizzeria … 19 North Court Square, Newnan • 770.683.2683 Very popular pizza joint. It’s their other items that really make a hit - soups, sandwiches, garlic knots and bowls of tater tots.

Garlic Thai … 16 North Court Square, Newnan • 770.683.7515 • garlicthai.com For those who love Asian food, as in Thai cuisine, sushi and noodles, Garlic has to be on the top of anyone’s list. Seafood, lamb, beef, chicken, all the proteins are there in some amazing sauces including several curry spices.

Goldens on the Square … 9 East Court Square, Newnan • 770.251.4300 The menu changes daily but there are always several meat/fish offerings, vegetables, salads and desserts.

If you are looking for some good ol’ Southern comfort food, you would be hard pressed to beat Golden’s.

H.J. Wings & Things … 485 Hwy 16 W, Newnan • 770.755.6192 Great wings, excellent hamburgers and top of the line cheesesteaks - and you know how serious we are about our cheesesteaks. But other “things” to consider are their shrimp, fish, massive salads, sandwiches, wraps, and … okay, wings again.

The Half Shell … 1690 Hwy. 34 East, Newnan 770.502.9911 Hot dogs and oysters. Hey, it’s an Alabama thing.

Onion rings, fried mushrooms are a secret hit. And don’t forget the crawfish.

Hemrick’s Grocery, Deli & Cafe …

10 Franklin Road, Newnan • Open 24 hours.

770.253.6667 Charley’s Chicken and all the sides.

A breakfast menu too. There’s Blimpie - America’s Sub Shop. Look fo Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies; Baja Fresh, Mexican Food; Uncle Maddio’s Pizza.

Japaneck Frank Hibachi Cuisine …

51 Market Square Road, Newnan 678-877-9100 japaneckfrankhouse@gmail.com This joint is all about something different. Different foods, different cooking styles, sushi, hibachi … different. Think flat tops, shrimp, steak, salmon, grilled veggies, ginger sauce, the perfect fried rice and more.

There’s more. Checkout or website wintersmedia.net.

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WHOLESALE PARTS DELIVERY

Delivering Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Nissan Parts

Columbus• Franklin • Griffin LaGrange • Newnan Call 770-834-5050 for all your parts needs.

THE AMP CONCERT SERIES Sponsored by: Scott Evans Nissan and Scott Evans Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Ram

The Amp Concert Series continues with The Adams Effect: A Bryan Adams Experience. The concert will be on Saturday, August 16 and will be held at The Amp at Adamson Square in downtown Carrollton. The show begins at 8 pm.

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• Arnall Grocery … 32 E. Washington Street •Coweta County Extension/4-H … 255 Pine Road •Keith Ross Insurance Agency, 41 Farmer Street #103 •Summit Family YMCA, 1765 Ga 34 The Mega Pass gives you an unlimited ride armband to be used once any day during the fair from September 18-28, 2025. You receive both admission to the fair and an unlimited ride armband for only $30.

A savings of $15 on Fridays and Saturdays. A savings of $10 on Sundays-Thursdays.

Mega Passes must be purchased BEFORE the fair.

Unlimited Ride Armbands

can be purchased for $30 (Sunday-Thursday) or $35 (Fridays & Saturdays), and are available for use all day the day of purchase at the fair!

The unlimited ride armbands are available on the Midway from the ticket booths during specified times during the fair. See ticket booths for details.

Look for more information on our website!

Coweta County Fairgrounds • 275 Pine Rd, Newnan Sunday: 2 to 10 p.m.; Monday - Thursday: 4 to 10 p.m.; Friday: 4 to Midnight; Saturday: Noon - Midnight

Look for the Fair Book for details and to sign up for contests, events, and other activities at

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