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 There’s a critical need for blood.

Check out upcoming blood drives on page 5.  An Interview with BTG’s Grace Rodriguez.  Emily Chandler-Westergreen at The Aspen Snow Ball, benefiting Children’s Oncology Support Fund  Zen, Streaming Suggestions, Local & Live Music, Bookmarks Sports, Libraries, Location Calendars of Events …

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A few photos from Senoia celebrating the life of Ellis Crook and the naming of the Ellis Crook Memorial Highway July 28.

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Lifelong resident of Senoia Ellis Crook passed away June 22 of this year at the age of 95.

There was a huge gathering for the road sign dedication. Family and friends, Senator Matt Brass, and other dignitaries celebrated the placement of the sign just outside Crooks Marketplace Ellis Crook Highway … a section of Highway 16 from Broad Street to the round-a-bout at Highway 16 / Highway 54 in Turin.

Look for his book Senoia Boy for more information on this local legend.

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2026 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair’s Mega Pass Available On Line From Staff Reports

The countdown has begun for the 2026 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair September 24 - October 4 at the Coweta County Fairgrounds and Conference Center.

The Mega Pass has once again returned for Fair attendees to save money and Mega Pass purchases can be made now online at cowetacountyfair.net.

The Mega Pass gives Coweta County Fair attendees an Unlimited Ride Armband to be used once any day during the fair. Recipients who purchase a Mega Pass will receive both Gate Admission and an Unlimited Ride Armband for only $30. That is a savings of $15 on Fridays and Saturdays when considering Gate Admission is $10 and Ride Armbands are $35. It’s also a savings of $10 on Sundays through Thursdays when Gate Admission is $10 and Ride Armbands

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Admission is $10, Free for those 5 and under.

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Notes from Perry Street

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John A. Winters, Publisher, Editor john@wintersmedia.net

Corby Carlin Winters, Ambassador At Large corby@wintersmedia.net

Decades ago, the Peter Principle appeared.

Seth Winters, Sales/Business Development 404.314.3024, seth@wintersmedia.net

Basically, it states that employees tend to be promoted to their level of incompetence.

Levi Winters, Social & Visual Media

I recently reached that level of incompetence with automobiles.

I buy a car and drive it until, well, I obviously need another one. To date, I have never owned a vehicle with one of those big screens on the front console that can do the whole map thing, backup camera and satellite radio.

The LBD has the camera thing. My truck does not. It’s a truck and does truck things without all those bells and whistles that, I am learning, everyone now has. Anyway, said truck had to go to the shop for a problem no one could figure out. And it was taking some time.

The problem was The Paper was coming out in a couple of days, and I usually have 7,000 or so copies loaded up in there.

So we talked with the nice rental car people, who did not have any trucks or large Suburbans or anything adequate to carry and deliver 7,000 or so copies of The Paper.

And then they mentioned the mini-van. Apparently these “mini-vans” that no male would be caught dead in, are now all the rage. And it was huge and could handle 7,000 copies of The Paper.

A reminder: I drove old trucks. This is a brand new black mini-van. I get in and the nice rental car manager starts going over “a few things.” And I am like, yes, it is a car, well, a mini-van, and I can handle it.

Keys please? Apparently, there are no keys. Huh? No, you push a button … make sure you press the brake in … and that starts the car. But I have to have this control device in the car, which serves to, well, make the damn mini-van fly or something. I can start the car remotely, open all the windows, the back door, side doors and many other things I just did not have time to learn.

So the nice rental manager pats me on the shoulder and says enjoy or something, and I am ready. I push in the brake. I push the little button to start the engine. Ta da! I reach for the gear shift and …

It is not where it is supposed to be, right in the middle console between the driver and front passenger seats. Okay, we have gone back to gear shifts on the actual steering wheel?

No.

There is no way I am about to go back inside and ask them how to put a car in drive. This is embarrassing. And then I notice the “knob.” Said knob it about 1.5 inches in diameter and is has P, R, N, D, D1 on it. So I just turn it to D, and the damn car is ready to go.

Lesson 1 learned.

levi@wintersmedia.net

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This stud muffin chick magnet mini-van also has “safety systems.” Like alarms go off and lights blink and the radio says “YOU MAY DIE” because another vehicle gets too close. I nearly wrecked.

Lesson 2 learned.

I never figured out the radio. The AC was hit and miss. At least I could figure out how to roll down the windows.

I was explaining my troubles to my kids and their respective mates and some more of the younger generation. I was getting abused. You didn’t know this, that, or whatever?

No, I do not.

But I can drive a standard shift very, very well. A what? They all say in unison. Small victory. And here is a rotary phone. Call me for your tuition.

Until next time.

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Briefly describe yourself and what you do/did.

I’m Grace Rodriguez, the Deputy Director of BTG Community Outreach. Every day I have the privilege of helping connect people with food, resources, and hope while helping build programs and partnerships that strengthen our community.

Outside of work, I’m a proud mom to my daughter, Leilani, and I genuinely believe that loving people well can change lives.

Best piece of advice you’ve received.

Don’t be afraid to take up space. You don’t have to shrink yourself to make other people comfortable.

If I had it to do over…

I would spend less time worrying about what everyone else thought of me and more time

with BTG’s Grace Rodriguez

enjoying the season I was in. Life moves a lot faster Tell us one thing about yourself that few people know. than we realize.

You are going on an extended solo trip. What three albums and three books would you take?

Albums:

• Born Sinner J. Cole • My Beautiful Dark Twisted Enemy Kanye West • The Art of Loving Olivia Dean Books:

• The Perks of Being a Wallflower Stephen Chbosky • Where the Crawdads Sing Delia Owens • Stuff I’ve Been Feeling Lately Alicia Cook

A fun fact about me is that I love writing poetry. It’s one of the ways I make sense of the world and turn life’s experiences into something meaningful.

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

• Selena Quintanilla – She embodied joy, humility, and authenticity. Despite her incredible success, she remained grounded, and I’d love to hear how she balanced ambition with staying true to herself.

• My mom – There are so many conversations we never got to have. I’d love one more evening to hear her stories, ask for her advice, and simply spend time • Marcus Aurelius – His writings on resilience, discipline, and finding peace in the face of hardship with her. have stood the test of time. I’d love to hear how he viewed leadership, purpose, and navigating life’s challenges.

Help Solve The Mystery. Help Restore Hope.

• Maya Angelou – Her wisdom, grace, and ability to turn pain into powerful words have always inspired me. I’d love to learn from the way she viewed courage, kindness, and humanity.

• J. Cole – Beyond his music, I admire his thoughtfulness, humility, and willingness to speak honestly about life, success, and social issues. I think he’d bring a grounded perspective and meaningful conversation to the table.

Name an as yet unfulfilled dream.

I’d love to build a legacy of service that inspires my daughter to believe she can make a difference too. Professionally, I hope to continue growing a graduation program that allows our clients to find stability in their restoration.

If you weren’t doing what you are, you would be Probably public relations. Maybe even journalism, but mostly working in marketing and communications, or helping another nonprofit tell its story and connect with people.

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Your go-to food.

Caesar Salad… especially with salmon.

Favorite movie(s).

Spider-man: Into the Spider-verse Percy Jackson: The Lightening Thief One of Them Days Dogs or cats?

Cats, I’m actually scared of big dogs. My daughter also really loves cats.

Your favorite quote and why.

“Be the reason someone believes there is still good in the world.” continued on page 7

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Grace Rodriguez Interview continued from page 6 It’s simple, but it reminds me that even the smallest acts of kindness can have a lasting impact.

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

Choosing to step into leadership, even when I wasn’t sure I was ready. It has stretched me, challenged me, and showed me I’m capable of far more than I ever gave myself credit for.

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

Give yourself more grace. You’re going to make mistakes, change your mind, outgrow people, and start over more than once and that’s okay. None of those things mean you’ve failed. They mean you’re growing. Keep showing up, keep loving people well, and don’t lose your sense of humor, even when life gets messy. 

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More Than a Gala: How the COSF Snow Ball Brings Aspen Together

Emily Chandler-Westergreen Every winter, Aspen becomes a gathering place for some of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs, philanthropists, entertainers, and tastemakers. But for one remarkable evening, status takes a back seat to something far more human.

The Aspen Snow Ball, benefiting COSF (Children’s Oncology Support Fund) has grown into far more than a glamorous gala on the social calendar. Yes, guests arrive in black-tie elegance, and the setting feels like something out of a dream—snow falling softly outside (well not this year, it was 70 degrees…but for story telling purposes let’s continue), candlelight glowing inside—but what lingers long after the night ends is not the spectacle. It is the feeling in the room. A feeling of unity, of purpose, of people showing up for something bigger than themselves.

There is no denying the beauty of the evening.

Aspen’s mountain backdrop, the refined atmosphere, and the unmistakable energy of a room filled with global influence create a sense of occasion that is rare even among the world’s most exclusive events. But what truly defines the Snow Ball is not what people wear or who they are—it is how fully they give themselves to the cause once they arrive.

in the room to the mission.

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Throughout the night, live performances transform the ballroom into something almost cinematic. Acclaimed musicians and surprise guest artists take the stage, not simply to entertain, but to move the room. At moments, the energy is electric—uplifting, celebratory, alive. At others, it becomes deeply emotional, as strippedback performances quiet the space and remind everyone why they are there in the first place.

These are not just sets between speeches; they are shared experiences that connect every person

One of the most memorable moments of the weekend came after a performance by The Fray.

In the post-show energy, I met Joe King briefly and complimented him on his set. He noticed my sunglasses, loved them immediately, and in a spontaneous moment, I ended up giving them to him. What made it even more surreal was that he continued wearing them throughout the entire weekend—every time I saw him around Aspen, there they were. It became this unexpected, lighthearted thread woven through an otherwise deeply emotional few days. And in those moments, the noise of the outside world disappears. What remains is presence.

Perhaps that is what makes the Snow Ball so powerful. In a world where attention is fragmented and causes compete for visibility, this event creates something increasingly rare: collective focus.

Everyone in the room is aligned, even if they arrived from entirely different worlds.

Laura Cochran Nay and Emily And they do it seamlessly.

It is this combination of vision and execution that allows the Snow Ball to feel effortless on the surface, even though it is anything but. The result is an evening where nothing feels forced, yet everything feels meaningful.

As the night unfolds, the performances, stories, and moments of reflection build into something larger than entertainment. They become reminders—sometimes subtle, sometimes overwhelming—of what is at stake. And in response, the generosity in the room is immediate and instinctive. People do not hesitate.

They respond with open hands and open hearts.

Aspen itself plays a quiet but important role in that. The town has long been more than a destination—it is a meeting point for people who care deeply about impact. Over time, it has cultivated a culture where philanthropy is not an accessory to lifestyle, but part of its foundation. The Snow Ball reflects that identity in its purest form.

In a world filled with charity galas, the COSF Aspen Snow Ball stands apart not because of its scale or its guest list, but because of its emotional clarity. It is not an event people simply attend. It is an experience they feel part of.

None of it, however, would exist without the organizers.

By the end of the evening, what remains is not the memory of a performance or a photograph or a name on a seating chart. It is something quieter and more lasting: the sense that, for one night in Aspen, people came together and truly saw one another—not as celebrities or donors or organizers, but as participants in something deeply, urgently human.

Behind the scenes, an extraordinary team works with precision, care, and an almost invisible sense of devotion. Every detail is intentional—from the flow of the evening to the emotional arc of the program.

Their work is not just logistical; it is deeply human. They are not simply producing an event—they are holding space for generosity, grief, hope, and action to exist in the same room.

A community that forms, dissolves, and reforms each year—but is always bound by the same purpose.

And that is what carries forward long after the lights go down and the sunglasses come off. 

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24 1st Ave, Newnan 770-683-6282 • newnantheatre.org

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Labor Day Sidewalk Sale • Sept. 4 & 5 An annual tradition … this all-day shopping event that starts on the Friday before Labor Day. Visitors are invited to walk the downtown streets and shop the best deals of the year.

Sunrise on the Square Labor Day Road Race Sept. 5. 8-10am More info on page 27.

Market Day • Sept.5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7 & Dec. 5 Market Days First Saturdays, 10am to 2pm The Market will feature over 55 unique spaces, with a variety of one-of-a-kind gift items. Market Day favorites include: fresh locally grown produce, honey, jams & jellies, pottery, art, hand-woven baskets, leather products, fresh baked goods, handcrafted furniture, birdhouses, wood-art, fiber-art, wreaths, floral design, and much more!

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Comedians Brian Moote & Ronndell Smith with NTC Improv • Aug. 7 & 8 A fun fundraiser • $35 tickets.

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Senoia McRitchie-Hollis Museum 74 Jackson St., Newnan • 770-251-0207 Bells & Blackboards August 20 NCHC August 3rd Thursday Lecture Series Join NCHC for 3rd Thursday, Aug 20, 6pm with local historian celebrities Steve Quesinberry and Winston Skinner! Quesinberry discusses the expansive history of Newnan High School and highlights from his newly published book, “Flagship.” And Winston Skinner goes waaaaaay back in time to one-room schoolhouses, outlining the progression of education in our county to what it is today. Skinner will hit highlights from the book “Coweta School Days.” Both books are available for purchase and signing at the event. Refreshment reception begins at 5:30pm followed by the program from 6 to 7pm.

Save the dates. Oct. 23 & 24 …

2026 Oak Hill Cemetery Tour newnancowetahistory.com Check Facebook an website for upcoming events. _________________________

Coweta County African American Heritage Museum Paper Shredding August 29, 8am to Noon in the Newnan City Hall Parking Lot, 25 LaGrange St. keepnewnanbeautiful.org Look for ad on page 9 _________________________

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Kris Youman-Hall’s Local and Live Music

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Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater 201 McIntosh Trail, PTC 770-631-0630 Check website for current shows. amphitheater.org/

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Fox Theatre

660 Peachtree St NE (at Ponce de Leon Ave NE), Atlanta 404-881-2100 Check website … http://foxtheatre.org

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301 Lafayette Ave., Fayetteville, GA 30214 770-719-4173 www.TheVilleAmp.com/ Check website for full calendar.

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Chastain Park

140 W Wieuca Rd NW, Atlanta 404-233-2227 ______________

CCGS Community Scanning Event Nov. 28th, 10am to 4pm Right after Thanksgiving — when memories are fresh and stories are being shared—we’re inviting you to preserve them. Bring Coweta County your photos, letters, and Genealogical keepsakes…and leave Society & Library with digital copies that last 8 Carmichael St., a lifetime. More details Newnan coming soon!

Save the Date! www.ccgsinc.org ____________ Nov. 28 _________________________

City of Newnan

upcoming events Visit newnanga.gov for more info and eventbrite.com to reserve your spot …

Armchair Travelers: Budapest, Vienna, and Prague 8.18 at 11am @ Newnan Carnegie Library Bingo Day! 8.27, noon @ Newnan Carnegie

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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

Jazz in the Park: Melodie Fort 8.28, at 7:30pm at Newnan Centre Paper Shredding 8.29, 8am to Noon at City Hall

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Carrollton • carrolltonga.com

Concerts at The Amp: Paul Thorn with Mike Farris 8.8 Night Market 8.14

VOLUNTEERS

WANTED Check website for new dates, times.

More info at nchfh.org • 706-350-4121

Concerts at The Amp: Allovus / Deni Phoenix & the Fervor 8.21

Free Movies at The Wadsworth! Leisure Services and the Carnegie Library will partner to create an engaging event by providing crafts/activities for select showings! A few features will include downtown Newnan businesses for added fun!

City of Fairburn • fairburn.com

Clue (1985 Film) • Oct. 30, 7:30pm The Muppet Christmas Carol Dec. 12, 10am, 12pm and 2pm

3rd Friday Concert … Seafood and BBQ Festival & Concert August 21

Get free ticket at Eventbrite.com 25 Jefferson St., Newnan

Movies Regal Cinemas Georgian 14

NCG Cinemas

Ashley Park - 32 Newnan Crossing at Fischer Crossings 55 Fischer Crossings Blvd., Bypass, Newnan Sharpsburg 678-326-4460 844.462.7342 www.ncgmovies.com www.regmovies.com

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Summer Movie Express at Regal Regal Georgian Stadium in Ashley Park will feature two PG-rated movies at 11 a.m. every Monday through Thursday for only a $1 ticket price. A portion of the admission proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

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City of Carrollton 2026 Amp Concert Series.

Friday night shows start at 7pm and Saturday night shows start at 8pm. The Saturday night concerts are sponsored by Scott Evans Nissan and Scott Evans Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Ram. All events at the Amp are free. Info carrolltonga.com August 8 Paul Thorn with Mike Farris August 21 Deni Phoenix & the Fervor / Allovus September 12 Interstellar Echoes A celebration of the music of Pink Floyd

Brooks Market Day 8.15 - check for more info, more events

Summer NewnaNights • 8.13, 6 to 9pm

Parenting Workshop: Parenting Children with Anxiety 8.28 at 10:30am @ Newnan Carnegie at Boyd Park, 110 Smith St., LaGrange, GA 30240 706-298-5434 Check website for full calendar. sweetland.events/

Brooks find them on Facebook

Sunrise Run in the Parks 8.8 & 8.22 at 7am @ Dragonfly Running Company Adaptive Community Engagement & Sports - Pickleball • 8.11 & 8.25, 10:30am to 12:30pm at Newnan Pickleball Complex

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Aug. 3 to 6: 11am, Charlie the Wonderdog (2026) and Despicable Me 4 (2024)

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Aug. 10 to 13: 11am, The Sandlot (1993) and Muppets: Treasure Island (1996)

All attendees will receive $3 off a cup of Dippin’ Dots ice cream or a Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, popcorn and fruit gummies with the purchase of a ticket to a Summer Movie Express showtime.

Advance ticket are now available for $1 at theatre box offices/kiosks, on the mobile app and through REGmovies.com. Members of Regal Unlimited can also secure tickets for Summer Movie Express titles as part of their monthly subscription.

Things are subject to change.

Check venue before you go.

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Fairburn Flava Food Truck Event August 14 & 28

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Moreland • morelandadventure.com

Meet Author Deborah Smith • 8.9 Author Deborah Smith will discuss her new book, “A Mile in Her Shoes.” In her debut work, the author explores her extraordinary journey parenting five children with exceptional stories of their own. The author will be available to autograph books. Light refreshments will be served. Admission to the event is free. Books may be purchased on Amazon. Sunday, August 9 at 2pm at the Lewis Grizzard Hometown Heritage Museum- 7 Main St. Moreland.

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City of Palmetto • citypalmetto.com Friday Night Food Trucks August 7 & 21 5 to 8pm at Wayside Park, 595 Main St.

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City of Tyrone • tyronega.gov Farmers Market – Tuesdays Shamrock Park

NIGHT MARKET • September 18

For upcoming events and updates, please visit the Town Calendar at: https://tyronega.gov/calendar/

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Look for more events in the August Coweta Shopper

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MUSIC …

Local & Live Newnan‘s Kris Youmans Band has a unique rootsy, country sound with a bit of Western swing that makes them a perfect edition to GPB’s Georgia’s Country Connection series at GPB.org/Country.

… by Kris Youmans-Hall

SADIE

MARCY

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 culture.

Kris’ interests are focused on local music, organizing music fundraisers, family and life with husband Warren ‘Barefoot Slim’, and hounds Sadie and Marcy who are all ears for live music.

We are fortunate she writes The Music column for us at The Paper.

Featured Artist … Mike Manocchi The Beatles drew the ear of Mike Manocchi toward music the way they did millions of other young listeners, but Mike listened deeper. After his introduction to guitar icons like Jimmy Page and Jimi Hendrix, Manocchi also discovered players like Steve Lukather and Larry Carlton, and great session acts like the Swampers and the MGs. His deep hunger for musical knowledge led to a technical prowess he’s been perfecting for nearly 30 years, and has made him a respected Atlanta name, both with HIGHWAY 54 and Indigo Road.

Contact Kris with questions, comments, suggestions or just to say you like her column krisyoumansband@gmail.com.

Mike is from L.A. but his true music inspiration came after moving to Atlanta to be near his parents.

Here is where he met the musicians that helped to form the two bands Hwy 54 &Indigo Rd. You can hear both of these Bands -Highway 54 & Indigo Road at local venues in Coweta, Fayette & surrounding areas.

Support Local & Live music!

Local & Live Venues … Call ahead to check dates and times!

ABIDE BREWERY 130 Wertz Industrial Blvd, Newnan So much going on at Abide!

Stop by for all the good times!

8/27 … Songwriter Showdown hosted by Russ Gordon 6:30pm _____________

THE ALAMO 19 W. Court Square, Newnan 770-683-2526 Last Stand at The Alamo Every Last Saturday of the Month _____________

THE AMP in Carrollton 118 Bradley St., Carrollton 8/8 … Paul Thorn 8pm carrolltonga.com _____________

ANTHONY’S PIZZERIA 107 Stonewall, Fayetteville 770-746-6944 A fun place! Great live music!

Megan Strom & Friends Open Mic/Jam Every Sunday 4:30-7:30pm and Every Wednesday 6:30pm 8/8 … Indigo Road 8/15 … 2 Broke Kings 8/22 … Cowboy Noyz 8/29 …Birchill _____________

AWKWARD BREWING 250 Lee St., Fayetteville 678-856-5579 Every First Wednesday Open Mic _____________

BARNSTORMER’S GRILL 349 Jonathan’s Roost Rd., Williamson • 706-227-9989 8/15 … Jason Andean Tribute Band 8pm 8/29 … Zac Brown Tribute Band 8pm _____________

KRIS

BELOW THE NECK!

Below the Redneck Gourmet

11 North Court Square, Newnan 770-251-0092. Follow BTN on Instagram for updates and music @Belowtheneck_rg Music at 7pm 8/7 … Tavis Lance Mapp 8/8 … Mary Martin 8/14 … Luke Morgan 8/15 … GRASS 8/21 … Michael Leonard Jr 8/22 … PORCHFEST DAY Ellis Lowery Noon Zach Stich 1:30pm Birchill 3pm Raley Montana 4:30pm Tyler Caldwell 8/28 … Elliott Phillips 8/29 … Shade Dogs _____________

BODEGA CAFE downtown Newnan, corner of Brown & Wesley PORCHFEST DAY 8.22 Rose Briaud Noon _____________

8/21 … AJ Robinson 7-10pm THE CELLAR / THE BAYS 20 Jefferson St., Newnan 8/22 … Adam Grant 8-11pm 770-683-6328 8/28 … Neal Lucas 8-11pm Acoustic Thursdays in the Bays.

8/29 … Doc Alfred & Raising Live Music Fri. & Sat. nights.

Sand Band 8-11pm _____________ 8/5 … Marty and Alan COWETA VETERANS CLUB 8/6 … Mary Martin 130 Veterans Club Road 8/7 … Midnight Satellite cowetavets.org 8/8 … TBA Check website and Facebook 8/12 … Marty and Alan for upcoming live music.

8/13 … Chris Odom _____________ 8/14 … Kellye Huff Band CRAFTY RABBIT 8/15 … 6 Feet Back 502 Bradley St., Carrollton 470-259-8873 8/19 … Marty and Alan A family owned popular hot spot 8/20 … Coach Green in Carrollton.

OPEN MIC every 8/21 … TBA Sunday & other events during 8/22 … The Band One - Luau Part the week.

Line dancing, great 8/26 … Mary and Alan drinks, food trucks. You’ll hear 8/27 … Pete and Kellye some of the best local talent in 8/28 … Mystery Tramp west Georgia at the Open Mic. _____________ 8/29 … TBA _____________ CROW BAR CHRISTOS PIZZERIA 18110 Main St., Woodbury 331 Market Square, Newnan 706-977-8774 678-857-3053 A casual bar known for live music, 8/16 … JK Duke 5:30pm cold beer and a relaxed atmosphere. _____________ COWBOY TOWN 4776 Nebula Rd, Warm Springs 706-655-2022 8/7 … Joshua Shelton 8-11pm 8/8 … Zach Stich Band 8-11pm 8/14 … Lucas J Smith 7:3010:30pm 8/15 … Double Granite Band 8-11pm

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CURIOUS KITCHEN 80 Newnan Station, Newnan 770-727-9092 _____________

THE FRED AMP 201 McIntosh Trail, PTC 8/7 … Pat Benatar w/ Neil Geraldo amphitheater.org _____________

THE GARDEN 314 E Solomon St., Griffin Griffin’s 1st outdoor beer garden - live music, special events.

8/8 … Billy & The Jets Live 8pm _____________

GEORGIA SHRIMP COMPANY PTC, 770-631-9114 Live Jazz, Soul, Motown Sunday Funday with Live music, bottomless mimosas, bloody marys.

8/9 … JK Duke 1m 8/23 … JK Duke 1pm _____________

GRAZING HERE 2850 Highway 54, PTC 770-486-2696 Megan Strom & Friends Open Mic / Jam 7-9pm 8/7 … Relic Souls 8/8 … Chris Chapman 8/14 … Ashton Owens 8/15 … Block Party 8/21 … Highway 54 8/22 … The Fuze Band 8 /28 … Double Granite Band 8/29 … Luke Morgan _____________

HIGH DEF EVENT CENTER 55 Mayo Royal Indl Dr., Newnan _____________

HOLLONVILLE OPRY AT TURIN UMC 20 Longstreet Ave., Turin 1st & 3rd Saturdays at 6:30 pm Gospel, Bluegrass & Country Good Music, Good Fellowship

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8/15 … The Jonesmen Highway 5 Overdrive Fairlanes _____________

LEAF & BEAN 22 W Court Square, Newnan 770-683-7290 PORCHFEST DAY 8.22 Kellar McKoy 2pm Alia Torres 5pm _____________

LINE CREEK BREWING 150 Huddleston Rd, PTC 678-545-6024 Music at 6pm 8/7 … Mary Martin 8/8 … Vinyl Birds Matt Lyons & Friends 8/1 … McKenzie Reed 8/21 … Andy Bray 8/22 … Kai McAlvin 8/28 … Ward Abel _____________

LINE CREEK BUS BARN 300 City Center Parkway, Fayetteville 770-731-1641 Music at 6pm 8/7 … Tyler Lowman 8/8 … Charles Shields 8/14 … Kai McAlvin 8/21 … Tim McGee 8/22 … Pete Fodero 8/28 … Mary Martin 8/29 … McKenzie Reed duo _____________

LINE CREEK THE RESERVE 18 Savannah Street, Newnan 770-755-6734 8/08 … Melody Kiser 8/14 … McKenzie Reed duo 8/15 … Mary Martin 8/19 … Vinyl Night & P orchfest pre-party!

8/21 … Tyler Lowman 8/22 … PORCHFEST! McKenzie Reed duo 8/28 … Tyler Lowman 8/29 … TWANG SHEBANG! 1pm Country Music Fest for CASA OF COWETA Food trucks, raffles, door prizes *Lineup: Raley Montana Sweet Grass Sally Russ Gordon Daniel Williams Kris Youmans Band Tavis Lance Mapp Luke Brown & The Jubilee _____________

LUNATIC CHICK WINE BAR 7 Jefferson St., Newnan 470-414-1838

8/7 … JK Duke 5:30pm _____________

MAD MEXICAN 2 E Court Square, Newnan 770-683-9545 PORCHFEST DAY 8.22 JK Duke noon Maddy Chontos 3pm _____________

MAX’S PLACE Franklin, 706-948-0228 8/8 … Russ Gordon and the Rattletrap 8/29 … Wholly Smokes 9/26 … GP-39 _____________

NEWNAN CENTER AMP

Jazz in the Park 8/28 … Melodie Fort _____________

NUTWOOD WINERY 1339 Upper Big Springs Rd., LaGrange 706-882-5295 8/21 … JK Duke 6pm _____________

OLDE COURTHOUSE TAVERN On The Square 105 Glynn St. South, Fayetteville GA 30214 678-489-3888 8/8 … Big Daddy T 8/15 … Wayback Band 8/22 … The Sharks 8/29 … Rachel Johnson & The Backyard Blues _____________

PURE LIFE HOUSE OF MUSIC 206 Clark St., LaGrange 706-443-4838 A true listening room with hidden treasures, legendary singer/songwriters in an intimate setting. 7:30 pm 8/14 … Barry Waldrep and Callie Hammond 8/29 … Sarah Potenza and David Robert King 9/11 … Jon Shain - an evening of Piedmont Blues _____________

THE ROYAL THEATER 400 E Main St., Hogansville 706-955-4870 8/8 … Departure & After School Special 8/21 … TRIBUTE an Allman Brothers Band Tribute 9/19 … An Evening with Kathy Mattea Tickets @1937royaltheater.org _____________

RPM FULL SERVICE 15 Jackson St., Newnan 770-683-1414 Neighborhood pub recycled from a 1960s service station. Full kitch-

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en, great food, bar, huge outdoor patio & Live music.

PORCHFEST DAY 8.22 NWRBB Noon The Seven Two 1:30pm Kraken’s Release 4:30pm Pearl Bottom Radio 6pm Rattled Bones 7:30pm _____________

SENOIA BEER COMPANY 1 Main St. 770-727-9579 Senoia’s 1st Craft brewery!

Bring the kids, dogs, and your favorite takeout food.

Thurs. at 6:30pm; Fri. & Sat. music 7pm; Sun. 5pm 8/6 … Open Mic Night 8/7 … James & The Georgia Peaches 8/8 … Jonathan Riordan 8/9 … Layla Mason 8/13 … Ellis Lowery 8/14 … Liam Ravita Band 8/15 … 70s Disco Fever 8/16 … Chase Tibbets 8/20 … Open Mic Night 8/21 … Gradient 8/22 … Chris Chapman 8/23 … Alex Claytor 8/27 … Kellar & McCoy 8/28 … Russ Gordon & The Rattletrap 8/29 … Brian Rivers Duo 8/30 … Eric Berman _____________

SHAWN O’BRIANS 2400 Hwy 36E, Jackson 770-775-5551 Open Mic 3-6pm hosted by Ellis Lowery _____________

STUDIO CAFE 461 Sandy Creek Rd., Fayette 678-695-6278 Hbstudiocafe.com Sunday - Live Music Brunch _____________

SUMMER GROVE GOLF CLUB 335 SummerGrove Pkwy 770-251-1800 summergrovegolf.com Friday Night Dinner, Music 7 pm 8/7 … Aaron Watkins 8/14 … Tim Keller 9/4 … Elliott Phillips _____________

SUMMER NEWNANIGHTS Main Street Newnan Greenville Street Park 6-9pm mainstreetnewnan.com 8/13 … Candler Hobbs _____________

Look for Kellar McKoy at Leaf & Bean, PorchFest and Senoia Beer Co.

Look for Tavis Lance Mapp at Below the Neck, TWANG SheBand event

Look for Rose Briaud at the Bodege Cafe for PorchFest

Jazz In The Park August 28 is back under the summer sky at

Newnan Centre Amp — and it’s FREE!

A night of live music with Melodie Fort.

RSVP on Newnan Cultural Arts Commission’s Eventbrite page, bring a chair and we’ll see you there! 1515 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan

SUTTON’S AMERICAN GRILL 477 Rome St., Carrollton 678-664-2082 Open Mic Wednesdays!

Open Mic & Karaoke Thursdays & Live Music Friday & Saturday 8/9 … Kris Youmans & Her Mighty Fine Band 8/14 … David Pippin Group 8/15 … Stil 8/21 … Wayward 8/22 … Red Dirt Divas 8/28 … Power’s Trio 8/29 … Guitar Festival _____________

SWEETLAND AMP 110 Smith st., LaGrange Tickets sweetlandamp.com 8/14 … Tracy Byrd 8pm 8/21 … Colt Ford 8pm 8/22 … Del McCoury Band 8 pm _____________

TOWERHOUSE FARM BREWERY 18736 Hwy. 85, Gay 470-620-7892 Live Music Friday 6-9 pm No cover. Family Friendly. _____________

THE VILLE AMP Fayetteville 8/22 … ZOSO - Led Zeppelin Tribute with Bad Co Tribute _____________

VINYLYTE RECORDS 38 S Court Square, Newnan 770-282-0237 OPEN MIC … every month-TBD (always a fun night with local talented artists) _____________

WADSWORTH AUDITORIUM 25 Jefferson St, Newnan 10/24 … Prince’s Purple Rain performed by Rahbi, hosted by Robert ‘Lee Lee’ Hines. Doors open at 6pm; show at 7pm.

Tix/Info 404-580-7736 _____________

WHIMZICAL CAFE’S The LUNE 33 E Broad St., Newnan 770-755-7709 PORCHFEST DAY 8.22 Idna Glitch 2pm Rachel Burdge (from the Parachutes) 4pm Syrene (Sara Greer) 6pm Indigo Road 8pm Female Fiction 9pm _____________

PICKIN’ ON THE SQUARE 1st Saturday of every month! (around the Courthouse) starts around 10am and goes until 2pm. For all ages and levels of play. Join in the fun by singing along or bring your acoustic instrument. Lots of networking for musicians going on during the performances. _____________

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Newnan Porchfest’s August 22 After the heartbreak of having to postpone, we are so grateful to get another chance to bring this day back to life. This event means the world to us, and we know it means a lot to this community too.

So, let’s get ready for Newnan’s biggest day in music!

We’ll be back with porches full of music, streets full of vendors, local food, art, community, and all the little things that make Porchfest feel like Porchfest.

Activities for the little ones will be available at Temple Ave.’s ChildrenConnect Museum, so families can look forward to a fun, welcoming space for children to enjoy during the festival.

We will also be selling the original Newnan Porchfest t-shirts and collectible posters at the event. These were printed for our original date and feature the original lineup.

Any new bands added to the August 22nd lineup will not be included on the t-shirts, which honestly makes them a pretty special little time capsule of this wild year.

VIP tickets will transfer to the new date.

If you already purchased VIP tickets, you are all set for August 22nd. Your tickets will still include all of the VIP perks, including: H VIP breakfast H VIP parking H Private restrooms H VIP garden stops H Drink tickets and more!

Check website for more information on VIP tickets and more.

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August 22, Noon to 6pm After Party on Main Stage until 9pm A Diverse Lineup of Talented Musicians Artists & Vendors Food Trucks & Drinks Kids’ Activities Dog-Friendly Cornhole Tournament VIP Experiences Available “Encore” After-Party with Concert from Special Guest Artists Thank you for believing in this event and helping us bring it back. We are just three local musicians trying to build musi something beautiful for our community, and your support means more than we can say.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 22nd.

See you in the streets!

With love, The Newnan Porchfest Team newnanporchfest.com

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Professional Sports MLB Baseball

ATLANTA BRAVES

Thurs., Aug. 6 vs Marlins 7:15pm Fri., Aug. 7 at Yankees 7:05pm Sat., Aug. 8 at Yankees 3:05pm Sun., Aug. 9 at Yankees 1:35pm Mon., Aug. 10 vs Mets at 7:15pm Tues., Aug. 11 vs Mets 7:15pm, Gray TV Wed., Aug. 12 vs Mets 7:15pm Fri., Aug. 14 vs D-backs 7:15pm Sat., Aug. 15 vs D-Backs 7:15 FOX Sun., Aug. 16 vs D-backs 1:35pm Mon., Aug. 17 at Twins 7:40pm Tues., Aug. 18 at Twins 7:40pm Wed., Aug. 19 at Twins 1:40pm Thurs., Aug. 20 at White Sox 2:10pm Fri., Aug. 21 at Brewers 4:10pm Sat., Aug. 22 at Brewers 2:10pm Sun., Aug. 23 at Brewers 7:10pm ESPN Tues., Aug. 25 vs Dodgers 7:15pm TBS, Gray TV Wed., Aug. 26 vs Dodgers 7:15pm MLB Network Thurs., Aug. 27 vs. Dodgers 7:15pm FSi Fri., Aug. 28 vs Rockies 7:15pm Sat., Aug. 29 vs Rockies 7:15pm Sun., Aug. 30 vs Rockies 1:35pm Mon., Aug. 31 vs. Giants 6:05pm All games available on BravesVision.com.

Some on other networks. Check with your provider. _________________________

WNBA Basketball

ATLANTA DREAM

Fri., August 7 at Washington Mystics, 7:30pm, ION Mon., Aug. 10 vs Toronto Tempo Peacock, NBCSPN Fri., Aug. 13 vs Connecticut Sun Sun., Aug. 16 vs Indiana Fever ESPN, Disney+ Tues., Aug. 18 vs Las Vegas Aces Thurs,. Aug. 20 vs Los Angeles Sparks Prime Sat., Aug. 22 vs Phoenix Mercury Mon., Aug. 24 vs Los Angeles Sparks Peacock, NBCSN Fri., Aug. 28 vs Portland ION Sun., Aug. 30 vs Minnesota Lynx NBA TV Most games available with League Pass. _________________________

MLS Soccer

ATLANTA UNITED

Sat., Aug. 15 vs New York 7:30pm 8/19 at Minnesota 8:30pm 8/23 vs Kansas City 7pm 8/29 vs Charlotte 7:30pm 9/5 at Miami 7:30pm All games on Apple, other channels noted. _________________________

NFL Football

ATLANTA FALCONS

Fri., Aug. 14 Preseason vs Denver Broncos 7pm Sat., Aug. 22 Preseason at Indianapolis Colts 1pm Fri., Aug. 28 Preseason at Miami Dolphins 7pm Sun., Sept. 13 at Pittsburgh Steelers 1pm _________________________

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This tournament features hilarious specialty shots, friendly competition, prizes, raffles, on-course games and plenty of laughs— all while helping local families build strength, stability, and hope through affordable housing.

Breakfast, lunch & tournament swag included.

Proceeds support affordable housing and critical home repairs for local families in Coweta County.

Register a foursome or become a sponsor.

Register today at: nchfh.org Every registration and sponsorship helps Habitat build homes, repair homes, and strengthen our community— one family at a time.

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Back-to-School Shouldn’t Break the Bank—But for Many Families, It Does.  51% of parents say the cost of back-to-school is their #1 stressor.  Families spend an average of $570 per child—and up to $ 875 for high schoolers—just to prepare for the school year.  In the past 4 years, the cost of school supplies has skyrocketed by 24%.  Half of parents say they would go into debt for school supplies or extracurriculars so their child can feel confident and fit in.

At Abby’s Angels Foundation, we believe every child deserves to start the school year with the tools they need to succeed—without adding stress to their families.

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When Working From Home Isn’t Working Out …  Private Offices  Virtual Offices  Open Workspaces  Meeting Rooms Join Newnan Coweta History Center and local historian celebrities Steve Quesinberry and Winston Skinner!

Quesinberry discusses the expansive history of Newnan High School in, “Flagship.” And Winston Skinner goes waaaaaay back in time to one-room schoolhouses, outlining the progression of education in our county to what it is today. Skinner will hit highlights from the book “Coweta School Days.”

Books available for purchase and signing. Refreshment reception begins at 5:30pm; program 6 to 7pm.

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BEAUTIFUL 4BR HOME BUILT IN 2016 ON OVER TWO ACRES WITH 24X24 SHOP. Hardwood Floors, Foyer Entrance. Large living room with, fireplace, built-ins and shiplap. Dining room with coffered ceilings, Kitchen with breakfast area, granite counters and island, tiled backsplash s.s. appliances, large walk-in pantry, large storage closet. Powder room off hallway. New and spacious screened porch overlooking private, fenced backyard.

Grilling patio off screened porch. Primary suite with tray ceilings, office area or den, tiled bath with granite counters, garden tub, separate shower, walk-in master closet. New hardwood floors in upstairs hall. Large secondary bedrooms and bathrooms. Nice neighborhood with clubhouse and pool. $525,000. Jess.

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COMMERCIAL LOT FOR SALE IN ATLANTA! Walking distance to Mercedes-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena. Commercial zoning in Castleberry Hill Landmark District. Excellent opportunity for development in a busy area! $525,000. Jess

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OAK RIDGE FARM - SECLUDED PRIVATE ESTATE ON 75+/WOODED AND OPEN ACRES! Custom built home w/7700+/- s/f w/access to 600 acre county reservoir (Lake Seaton). Custom brick and cedar shake home has 4 or 5 BRs. 2 story foyer w/ beautiful chandelier. Family room w/floor to ceiling windows and built-in bookcases. Walnut paneled library w/fireplace and bookcases.

Banquet sized dining area w/white judges paneling. LR w/custom cabinets, fireplace. Dedicated home office. Dream kitchen w/ real butcher block work station, custom walnut stained cabinets, granite countertops, huge work island, walk-in pantry, top of the line appliances including double oven, breakfast area overlooking 22x40 saltwater in-ground pool & bath house w/views of Lake Seaton. Mud room w/Pecky Cypress paneling, access to rear BACK ON MARKET entrance. Spacious primary suite w/sitting area, sunroom and deck # MLS 10796069 access. Luxurious primary BA has steam shower, garden tub, dual RESIDENTIAL LOT FOR SALE IN CHOICE SUMMERHILL vanities & custom walk-in closet. Second level features 2 roomy neighborhood with easy access to Georgia State's Center Parc BRs w/Jack-n-Jill bath. Third BR w/private bath. Additional BR / ofStadium (Formerly Turner Field), shopping and dining. Great op- fice / study. Ample attic space, storage. Front, back staircases. Full finished basement has huge gameroom w/custom bar w/sink & portunity to build in a nice area! $75,000. Jess. mini fridge, wood burning fireplace, half bath and storage rooms.

Attached carport w/breezeway. Beautiful, partially covered, deck overlooking pool, lake offer a wonderful outdoor living space!

This expansive home with 7,700+/- s/f total has 4,462+/- s/f on the main level, 1,552+/- s/f on the second level and 1,686+/- s/f finished in the basement. Zoned HVAC. Pella windows. Surround sound system, 5G Spectrum internet access. There is a transferable leaf filter warranty as well as a transferable Sears home warranty.

8000+/- S/f metal barn w/4 horse stalls, vet room, tack room, restroom & breakroom. 10 acre and 4 acre fenced pastures with water and run in sheds. 1 Acre spring fed pond. Rolling hills with virgin hardwoods and trails. Lots of wildlife abound for recreation or relaxation. 39 Miles to Atlanta airport. 45 miles to Atlanta, only NEW LISTING MLS #10799377 7 miles to Tanner Medical Center. Truly One Of A Kind Opportunity!

SPECTACULAR RENOVATED RANCH, WITH A NEW ROOF, Call for appointment now with 48 hour notice to see and proof of ON A FULL FINISHED BASEMENT WITH A POOL ON THE B.T. funds 24 hours prior to showing. $2,900,000. Frank/Jess.

BROWN RESERVOIR. No HOA! Hardwood floors, fresh paint, renovated bathrooms. Brand new cabinets, counters and 6 gas burner cooktop in kitchen that opens to the living room with fireplace/mantle and scenic lake views. Office nook in kitchen. Large deck off kitchen and living area that overlooks the lake. Separate dining room off kitchen. Four bedrooms and three baths on the main level. Formal living room off foyer entrance with a new front door. Traditional primary bedroom on the main with office area overlooking the lake, deck access, large walk-in closet. Big primary bath with soaking tub, separate shower, new fixtures.

Jack and jill bedrooms and bath. Fourth bedroom on the main could be a second primary bedroom. Laundry room with window and sink, side entrance. Large upstairs attic area could be easily MLS #10786890 PRICE REDUCED finished off into a second story. Spacious basement has huge living/entertaining area with wood stove, awesome bar, exterior LOVELY TWO-STORY HOME IN EXCELLENT SCHOOL DISentrances, in-law suite with full kitchen, second living room, two TRICTS WITH EASY I-85 ACCESS IN NORTH COWETA. New full baths, large shop and storage areas. Basement has the poten- Roof. Living room with wood-burning fireplace. Separate dining tial to be rented out and provide income for homeowner. Great room off the kitchen. Breakfast area off kitchen. Kitchen has tile for multiple generations living together. Patio off basement to floors, new stainless-steel appliances. Primary bedroom on main, access pool and lake. Private and serene setting. Beautiful stone with tray ceiling and walk-in closet. Primary bath has garden tub path and trail down to lake. Spacious 40 x 20 garage/shop with and separate shower. Half bath in hall. Laundry closet in hall. Two power. Seller will remove garage/shop with an agreeable offer. large bedrooms and one bath upstairs. Coolray maintenance Ample parking for trailers or RV'S. Choice north Coweta location plan for HVAC. Large patio is ideal for grilling. City of Palmetto with great schools and easy access to I-85 and Hartsfield-Jackson utilities. Brooks Elementary, Blake Bass Middle School, Northgate High School. $344,900. Jess Airport. This property is a must see! $1,099,900. Jess

MLS #10794123 THREE BEDROOM, TWO BATH BRICK RANCH On A 0.36+/Acre Lot with two outbuildings. Large living area with big stone fireplace. Country kitchen with wooden cabinets. $189,900. Jess

MLS #10735048 FANTASTIC DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY with 8.23 acres currently zoned CGN (Central Business District) within the quality corridor development district with City utilities available. This property is at a red light and has double paved road frontage on Bullsboro Drive (631 Feet) and Torero Trial (550 Feet)!! This site could be developed into an office, hotel, car dealership, shopping center, gym, medical office, auto repair shop and many more possibilities.

Minutes from Ashley Park, I-85 and Historic Downtown Newnan!!

Traffic count is approximately 25,000 cars per day!! $3,000,000.

Tom/Jess.

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ROOMY RANCH ON FINISHED BASEMENT featuring 5 bedrooms/3 baths with over 3,500+/- sq. ft. in the Choice Summergrove Community. Foyer entrance. Large living room with high ceilings, 2-sided stone fireplace, dining area. Sunroom with deck access. Secondary bedrooms, with vaulted ceilings, on main level. Kitchen with pantry. Laundry room with washer and dryer, deck access. Spacious primary bedroom with walk-in closet, deck access, garden tub, separate shower. Finished basement has 2 large bedrooms, rec room or shop. Full bath with fantastic walk-in tiled shower. Great storage/mechanical room. Exterior entrance.

Alleyway behind home. Enjoy all of Summergrove's spectacular amenities and central location. Summergrove features a beautiful 100-acre lake, clubhouse, pools, playgrounds, tennis courts, pickleball courts, sidewalks, LINC access. Public golf course. Easy access to I-85, Ashley Park, Piedmont Hospital and City of Hope. $420,000. Jess

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Real Estate …

Lindsey’s Realtors welcomes Sam Surfus Lindsey’s, Inc. Realtors is happy to announce the addition of Sam Surfus to our staff. Sam is a seasoned Realtor with decades of expertise and a proven record of success serving Newnan, Coweta County, and the surrounding Georgia communities. He has earned numerous honors, including the Silver Phoenix Award from the Fayette County Board of Realtors, and recognition as one of the Atlanta Top 100 agents.

Land in Coweta County

When people discuss real estate, we often think and talk about residential real estate and homes. That is a significant part of real estate, but does not cover it all.

Jess Barron

Sam and his wife, Kina, have been married for more than 54 years and have four children and seven grandchildren. Fluent in Dutch and conversational in German, Sam is known for his professionalism and commitment to outstanding personal service.

Land, commercial, and multifamily are all important sectors of real estate. Land has been a hot topic of discussion in Coweta County lately. Land prices here are the highest they have ever been. Between data centers, residential and commercial developments, and large homes on acreage, land in our county is in high demand!

Our office has been part of some large land deals this year. We had a 240-unit multifamily deal in South Fulton, Fairburn, bringing $350,000 an acre for raw land. Another home in northeast Coweta, on 25 acres, sold for over $1,500,000 to a home builder and developer that plans to build high-end homes on the property. South Coweta, particularly the Moreland area, is also highly desirable. We sold a beautiful custom home on 50 acres for over $1,500,000 in south Moreland.

All these transactions are different examples of different types of buyers purchasing land and homes on acreage. But the hottest topic right now is data centers. These data center companies pay substantial prices for land as the real estate purchase is only a small part of their developmental costs. 505.49 +/acres sold on Welcome to Sargent Rd in rural west Coweta sold for $6,500,000 in 2024 per the Coweta County Tax Assessor.

This is part of the location of the contentious Project Sail development. This is a huge transaction in Coweta County, but when you consider the scale and cost of a $17 billion data center development, you wonder if the seller could have received more for the land? The sale, on this tax parcel, comes out to almost $13,000 an acre, which is slightly above market for raw land in that area, especially with a large power easement occupying usable land on the property.

Our office was part of another large land sale back in 2024. This property would go on to be part of the proposed Project Oak data center site just a couple years later. 847 Walt Sanders Rd in North Newnan sold for $10,504,040 or over $41,000 an acre on May 9th, 2024.

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I don’t know if this buyer had a data center in mind when they purchased this tract, but these data center developers are eying properties like this across Coweta County. The commissioners of Coweta County approved a 180-day data center moratorium at their June 16th meeting. The moratorium will allow the commissioners and staff to review their data center ordinance. I don’t see the demand for data centers in our county going anywhere, however, especially when the developers can offer landowners huge prices.

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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 and on website wintersmedia.net.

Here’s a partial list …

Alo Farms … 629 Hwy 74S, 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!

Big Joe’s Grill … 1329 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan 504-250-9088 A family-owned Italian Creole restaurant with talented chefs preparing fresh signature dishes daily, including Cioppino seafood stew, veal or chicken piccata, shrimp or chicken alfredo, and 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.

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!

dogs. You’ve got Chicago, Coney Island, Hawaiian, Crunch Dog (think Doritos and chili) Reuben, Pizza and just build your own. 89 Temple Avenue, Newnan, GA 30263 • www.eatatdeanos.com Closed Sun-Tuesday. • Wed - Sat. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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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.

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Comer Caliente y Frio 45 Robinson St., Ste D, 678-857-3374 • AComerCalienteyfrio@gmail.com “The 1st Authentic Dominican Take-Out Restaurant located in Newnan.” The name roughly translates to eat hot or cold.

Cosmic Brunch Food Truck A mobile food truck specializing in delectable breakfast and brunch options like hand-made buttermilk biscuits, fresh-baked sourdough sandwiches, and sides. 678-953-2745 cosmicbrunchllc@gmail.com cosmic-brunch.com Coweta Country Junction … 1502 Hwy. 29 North, Newnan 770-253-5999 Arguably the best wings in the county. Big, juicy.

Smallcakes is always a great idea!

Deanos… a simple menu focusing on hot dogs, smashburgers, cheese steaks, and hand-cut fries.

And it is a family business, with Deano (husband/ dad) Amy, (wife/mom), Charlee (daughter) and Braelin (niece). The hot dogs are gourmet hot

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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.

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The City of Newnan held a ribbon cutting at Greenville Street Park, celebrating the recent park improvements, which include an enhanced stage with AV capabilities and additional seating capacity.

Mayor Shepherd thanked the citizens for supporting SPLOST and the City Council for approving the improvements. “This is what SPLOST dollars are meant to do. These improvements will make Greenville Street Park an even better place for our entire Newnan community to come together.”

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The City of Newnan recently honored Captain David Barnfield. He is retiring from the Newnan Fire Department with 30 years of service to the community.

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A few additional events at various branches. Check library website for info on these and other events.

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The Bookmark is sponsored by Coweta Public Library System

Coweta Public Libraries have something for all ages at all branches most days.

You can visit any one of the 4, but if you have a favorite here’s a few options.

Check their website for more info on the event. Space is often limited and registration is necessary. Visit cowetapubliclibrary.org.

LAKESIDE YOGA Saturdays 9am at Senoia Branch BLOOD DRIVE Tuesday, August 18 1 to 6pm at Central Library MAHJONG for Beginners Fridays 2 to 4 at Central Library

BOOK CLUBS Book Club Monday, August 10 at 11am at Grantville Branch Page Turners Book Club Tuesday, August 11 at Central Library.

James by Percival Everett Silent Book Club Tuesday, August 18 at 4pm at Cental Library

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August 5, WEDNESDAY* first Wednesdays August 19, WEDNESDAY August 13, THURSDAY August 18, TUESDAY Silent Book Club at Newnan Carnegie 3pm Heart Health: Cutting Back on Salt & Fat Fighting Dementia: What’s Normal Aging Armchair Travelers Talk at Newnan Carnegie There’s no assigned reading-it’s bring your own Senoia Senior Living 2026 Health & Wellness Series … What’s Not 10am Coweta County Senior Budapest, Vienna and Prague book! It will include a time to socialize/discuss our Services hosts Home Helpers Home Care of Newnan 11am Patty Ellis will share her travels to Budapest, with Olivia Handley, Coweta County FACS agent, at latest reads and a dedicated reading hour at your Leroy H. Johnson Community Center, 6646 SR 16, owner Beth Dow as guest speaker on – Dementia.

Vienna, and Prague. Register at: leisure. All readers are welcome! Register at: https:// Senoia. 10:15am. 770-254-2620 She’ll explain that we all forget things – but when https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1993623324029 www.eventbrite.com/e/1993617922874 should you worry? Attendees will learn how to spot 1 LaGrange St., Newnan newnancarnegie.com City of Hope Breast Screening Event at 3pm 1 LaGrange St., Newnan newnancarnegie.com early signs, strengthen your brain and adopt habits More info on page 11.

Health Extension for Diabetes 4 to 5pm that may slow decline. Tommy Thompson Senior Piedmont Newnan and UGA Extension in Coweta August 20, THURSDAY August 6, THURSDAY Center, 29 Hospital Road, Newnan. Event is FREE. County present a free monthly support group.

3rd Thursday Lecture … Bells & Blackboards August 7, FRIDAY Coweta County Food Preservation Workshops For anyone diagnosed with diabetes, or who is Newnan Coweta History Center at UWG - Newnan Pickles (Dilly Beans, Pickled Okra, Cucumber Pickles) prediabetic, looking to improve their condition.

National Purple Heart Day Campus at 6pm. More info on page 21.

4 to 6pm. Learn safe canning and freezing methods. Led by Olivia Handley, Family & Consumer Science Caring Community Foundation’s August 21, FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL This workshop is a part of a complete series of Agent, the 3rd Tuesday at Thomas F. Chapman Coweta Coastal Social at Line Creek Brewing Newnan vs. LaGrange / Senior Night food preservation workshops offered throughout Family Cancer Wellness Center, 775 Poplar Rd., Suite Look for ad on page 25! the year: Strawberry-Fig Jam Sept. 17, 4 to 6pm.

340, Newnan, GA 30265. Register 770.254.2620 Look for more events throughout this issue Apples (Canning & Drying) Oct. 15, 4 to 6pm.

The or email Olivia.Handley@uga.edu August 9, SUNDAY AND in the August Coweta Shopper cost per class is $30, and each class has a limit of 12 Buoni Amici Lodge’s Potluck Supper participants. Classes are held at the UGA Extension and Monthly Meeting at 4pm at Cokes Chapel Coweta County Office, 255 Pine Road, Newnan. Call UMC Fellowship Hall. Guest speaker Dina Dennis, 770-254-2620 to reserve your spot today!

Luxury Travel Advsior. Topic: Planning Your Dream Italian Vacation. Please bring a box of pasta, jar of Main Street Newnan’s Summer sauce or container of grated cheese for The Salvation NewnaNights with Candler Hobbs Army of Newnan Food Pantry. Members should Look for info on pages 12, 15 and 29!

RSVP. Non-members welcome. Please RSVP tinyurl.com/Aug2926RSVP. Sign up for the Potluck: August 15, SATURDAY The Sunrise on the Square Labor Day Road Race will take place September 5 at 8am. The race begins in PerfectPotluck.com/EAXR5749 College Football Kickoff Breakfast downtown Newnan and spans through “The City of Homes.” Runners and walkers of all skill levels are 4096 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Sharpsburg Coweta Samaritan Clinic fundraiser welcome. The race features a 5k USATF certified course (chipped timing), where runners will enjoy the Central Baptist Church, Newnan diversity of terrain, including: long flat stretches, downhill, and uphill sections. Chip timing is able to August 11, TUESDAY Look for ad on page 18 precisely measure your race results by registering your race chip as you run across timing mats located  BYA Meeting with Robert Barr throughout the race course. Your individual clock starts as soon as you pass over the mats located at the Put Some Carnivores in your Garden at 7pm! August 18, TUESDAY starting line, and likewise ends as you cross the mats at the finish line. Runners may pick up their race National POW / MIA Recognition Day Look for info on page 9! day packets in advance on Friday, September 4, from 10am-6pm at Dragonfly Running Co. 11am at Newnan Veterans Memorial Park Runners may also pick up their race day packets before the event begins on Saturday, September 5.

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Piedmont Newnan Honored 24 Nurses at Residency Program Celebration A total of 24 registered nurses from the Summer 2025 cohort completed the enhanced Nurse Residency Program, and were recently recognized at a celebration.

“We’re proud to celebrate our Summer 2025 cohort of nurse residents as they graduate from our comprehensive transition-to-practice program,” said Krysten Johnson, MSN, RN, Nurse Residency Coordinator at Piedmont Newnan. “These 24 dedicated nurses are now ready to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care – and make a positive difference in every life they touch.”

Piedmont’s Transition to Practice Nurse Residency Program is a formal, structured, evidence-based, 12-month program designed to foster Piedmont nurses who are competent, confident, and committed clinicians who practice evidence-based care. Through learning and clinical experiences with preceptors, ongoing support from experienced educators, mentors and leadership, the residents are integrated into a culture that prioritizes and supports their growth. At their graduation from the program each nurse resident is asked to select a topic they are passionate about that links evidence-based care to practice outcomes. They conduct a literary search, develop a PICO question, create a background summary, report a summary statement based on analysis and outcomes based off their literary searches.

“The goal of the program is to enhance the onboarding and residency experience of our new graduate nurses beyond just skill acquisition to address the array of challenges in the transition from student nurse to competent, confident practitioner,” said Johnson.

For more information on the program, visit piedmontcareers.org.

Piedmont Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Stroke and Diabetes Care

Piedmont Healthcare has been recognized by the American Heart Association/American Stroke A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked Association for demonstrating commitment to following the latest research-based guidelines for the by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, so treatment of stroke and diabetes, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and brain cells die. fewer hospital readmissions. Overall, Piedmont received 35 awards It’s important to “BE FAST” as early detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing across its 28-hospital system. disability and speeding up recovery time: Piedmont Newnan Hospital received the Get With The Guidelines®B: Balance— watch for dizziness or loss of balance Stroke Gold Plus Award, with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite and E: Eyes— check for vision loss or double vision Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll.

F: Face— look for an uneven smile “Piedmont Newnan is honored to be recognized for our dedication A: Arm— check if one arm is weak to helping stroke patients have the best possible chance of survival S: Speech— listen for slurred speech and quality of life,” said Maria Willis, stroke manager at Piedmont Newnan. “Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke, and T: Time— call 911 at the first sign of a stoke it is the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of adult Get With The Guidelines put the expertise of the American Heart Association/American Stroke disability in the U.S.” Association to work for hospitals nationwide, helping ensure patient care is aligned with the latest Two out of three people with diabetes die from heart disease or evidence and research-based guidelines. As a participant in both programs, Piedmont qualified for the stroke. awards by demonstrating how the organization has committed to improving quality care. Studies show patients can recover better when providers consistently follow treatment guidelines.

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Chattahoochee Bend State Park 425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan, GA 30263

Homeschool: Owls of Georgia with Pellet Dissection • 8/7 at 10am Join a naturalist-led session that will take you on an eye-opening journey through the habits, habitats, and unique traits of these mysterious birds of prey. By carefully dissecting a pellet, you’ll uncover clues about what owls eat, their hunting patterns, and the small creatures that inhabit their environment.

Bird Bingo • 8/7 at 1pm Join the Naturalist for a fun and educational quiz on backyard birds and birds of prey in Georgia. Test your knowledge, compete with others, and win exciting prizes! $5 per person.

Wake up with Nature: Bird ID with Merlin • 8/8 at 10am Join the Naturalist on an exciting bird hike using the Merlin ID app. Spot and check off 5 or more birds from the list during the hike, and you’ll win a prize! Cost: $5 per person.

Insect Scavenger Hunt • 8/8 at 1pm Stop by the Visitor Center to rent bug magnifying glasses for free rental—just bring your ID! Then, hit the trail with the insect scavenger hunt list provided by the Visitor Center. Find 5 or more insects on the list and win a prize! The cost to participate is $3 per person.

Chattahoochee River Fish Stocking, Species, Pollution and Fish Kills • 8/14 at 11am Join Nick Brewer, Fisheries Technician 3 from the Wildlife Resource Division, as he shares his extensive knowledge and passion for fishing in the Chattahoochee River. $5 per person Butterflies at the Bend • 8/15 at 10am Come out to the park to learn about the beautiful butterflies of the Piedmont Region. Explore the pollinator gardens and enjoy a fun butterfly craft with the Naturalist. The cost is $5 per person.

Homeschool: Great Southeast Pollinator Census 8/22 at 10am Come be a part of the Great Southeast Pollinator Census by conducting a pollinator count in our Pollinator Beds. Grab your census form from the Visitor Center and fill it out while observing the pollinators in the gardens, give back to the Naturalist to have logged in the GSPC website. Your participation helps support important pollinator research! Cost : $3 Chattahoochee River Stocking, Species, Pollution and Fish Kills -WRD Fisheries Technician 3 - Nick Brewer • 8/28 at 11am Join Wildlife Resource Fisheries Technician Nick Brewer at the park for an informative session on river fish stocking, species, pollution, and fish kills. Enjoy a fun fish craft activity at the end. The cost is $5 per person.

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Glow Hike • 8/29 at 9pm Join the Naturalist for a fun Glow Hike along the Wild Turkey Trail and Riverside Trail loop. Wear your glow items and LED lights for an exciting night of listening to nocturnal creatures, searching for animal tracks along the creeks, and identifying plants. The cost is $8 per person. Please bring flashlights and plenty of water.

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Streaming Edition of The Film Fix with Jonathan W. Hickman Jonathan W. Hickman is an entertainment attorney, filmmaker, college professor, and novelist. More about Jonathan can be found by visiting http://filmproductionlaw.com/ Capsule Reviews … Rating System - A “Fix" is recommended with a rating between 6 and 10! a “No Fix” with ratings of 1 to 5 isn’t. http://dailyfilmfix.com/ August streaming is less about one dominant title than a collection of recognizable brands, returning favorites, genre experiments, and a pair of theatrical releases finding a second life at home. The major services are spreading their bets across horror, prestige science fiction, political drama, romantic comedy, superheroes, and several dependable series.

Netflix leans on a pair of original thrillers, one built around a trapped family and the other around a missing child and a dangerous criminal legacy.

The Last House (August 7) — Louis Leterrier, the filmmaker behind “The Incredible Hulk” and “Fast X,” directs this high-concept horror thriller starring Greta Lee and Wagner Moura. They play the parents of a family of four who wake up to discover that their home has been sealed from the outside. With supplies dwindling and no obvious way to escape, the setup promises a mixture of survival drama, supernatural mystery, and the kind of domestic tension that gets worse when everyone is trapped together.

The Whisper Man (August 28) — This adaptation of Alex North’s bestselling novel assembles an unusually strong cast for a serial-killer thriller.

Adam Scott plays a widowed crime writer (see Scott playing another troubled writer in the solid horror film “Hokum” released earlier this year) whose young son disappears, forcing him to seek help from his estranged father, a retired detective played by Robert De Niro. The elder man once put away the killer now connected to the abduction.

Michael Keaton, Michelle Monaghan, John Carroll Lynch, Hamish Linklater, and Owen Teague round out the impressive ensemble.

Prime Video: Prime Video keeps one of its most reliable action franchises moving while shifting Jack Reacher into a darker urban mystery.

Reacher (Season 4, August 12) — Alan Ritchson returns as Lee Child’s enormous wandering investigator in a season based on the novel “Gone Tomorrow.” Reacher witnesses a woman acting suspiciously on a late-night New York subway train shortly before her death. What first looks like suicide opens into a conspiracy involving government secrets, an NYPD detective, and the

victim’s brother. The series works best when its uncomplicated hero is dropped into a complicated mystery, and this season’s neo-noir setup sounds like a good fit. Use of Rush’s “Tom Sawyer” in the season 4 trailer is a nice touch!

Apple’s August slate brings back its most beloved comedy and one of its more ambitious sciencefiction shows.

Ted Lasso (Season 4, August 5) — Jason Sudeikis returns, after ending with season 3 in 2026, to Richmond for a new assignment that gives the warmhearted comedy a needed change of formation. Ted is now coaching a second-division women’s football team, where he and the players must learn to take chances before they feel fully prepared. Reviving this beloved series after what felt like a natural ending is a big risk. However, a fresh roster and a different corner of the sport could keep the show from merely replaying its old formula. “Football is life?” Coach Beard asks one of the players in the trailer. “No, life is so much more than football,” she responds. “Not as catchy, but true,” observes Lasso.

Dark Matter (Season 2, August 28) — The first season adapted Blake Crouch’s novel about Jason Dessen (Joel Edgerton), a Chicago physicist abducted into an alternate version of his life. After fighting through a maze of realities, Jason and his family appeared to find safety. Naturally, that peace will not last. Season 2 sends the Dessens running again as the consequences of those alternate lives catch up with them. The multiverse concept has become overused, but this series hopes to shift the focus on identity, regret, and the roads not taken.

HBO Max offers the month’s biggest superhero premiere and a theatrical crime thriller that I reviewed earlier this year.

Normal (August 14) – l Fix Rating 5/10 — Bob Odenkirk plays Ulysses Richardson, a drifting lawman who takes a temporary job as the top deputy in a snowbound town hiding an increasingly absurd criminal conspiracy. Director Ben Wheatley gives him shootouts, corrupt officials, and Yakuza trouble, but little of the humor or character chemistry that made the “Nobody” films click. Odenkirk remains watchable, while Lena Headey, Henry Winkler, and Brendan Fletcher suggest a better ensemble movie that never materializes. At 91 minutes, it moves quickly, hits its marks, and exits without leaving much behind.

Lanterns (August 16) — DC Studios moves into prestige television with this eight-episode series starring Kyle Chandler as veteran Green Lantern Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart. The two intergalactic law officers investigate a murder in the American heartland, a grounded setup that has been described as a cosmic version of a hardboiled police drama. Kelly Macdonald and Nathan Fillion co-star. After the uneven “Supergirl,” the new DC universe could use a confident smallscreen victory. The latest trailer sure sells the pathos, and having Macdonald and Fillion involved should ensure some sincere, prestige moments.

Hulu’s most interesting August arrivals include a political drama I reviewed this spring and a curious reworking of a familiar “X-Files” feature.

The Wizard of the Kremlin (August 14) – l Fix Rating 6/10 — Paul Dano plays Vadim Baranov, a fictionalized version of Russian political strategist Vladislav Surkov, who helps engineer the rise of Vladimir Putin (Jude Law). Based on Giuliano da Empoli’s historical novel, the film has inherently fascinating material but the wrong filmmaker handling it. Director Olivier Assayas drifts through the decades with a placid approach that drains urgency from a story that should crackle with

danger and intrigue. Dano remains interesting, but the result plays less like a gripping political thriller than a mildly fascinating historical-fiction footnote.

The X-Files: I Want to Believe — Director’s Cut (August 14) — Rumor has it that Creator Chris Carter’s R-rated version of his chilly 2008 feature will hit Hulu this month. The director’s cut is supposed to restore his original vision. Years after leaving the FBI, Fox Mulder and Dana Scully are drawn back into a case involving abducted women, a missing federal agent, and a disgraced priest who claims to have psychic visions. The original movie frustrated viewers hoping for extraterrestrial mythology, but a darker and more complete version of its standalone mystery might justify another investigation. Meanwhile, Ryan Coogler has cast Atlanta actress Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel in new X-Files series that’s shooting now.

Peacock has a relatively light month, but its marquee romantic comedy offers attractive scenery and two appealing stars.

You, Me & Tuscany (August 7) — Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page lead this romantic comedy from producer Will Packer. The pairing alone gives Peacock a marketable late-summer escape, with the Italian setting doing much of the atmospheric work. Page has the polished charm required for the genre, while Bailey continues to build a screen career beyond “The Little Mermaid.” If the chemistry works, the movie could be a pleasant piece of comfort viewing before the fall schedules arrive.

The Undeclared War (Season 2, August 27) — The British cyber-thriller returns to the secretive world of the United Kingdom’s Government Communications Headquarters. The first season followed a young analyst confronting a Russian malware attack during a national election. The new season continues the conflict between intelligence agencies, hackers, and statesponsored disinformation. Cyberwar can be difficult to dramatize, but the series strives to show that invisible attacks can have very visible political consequences.

Bottom Line: August offers enough variety to justify keeping several subscriptions active for another month.

Netflix has the strongest movie cast with “The Whisper Man,” Apple brings back two proven favorites, and “Lanterns” is HBO Max’s most important swing. Viewers looking for something already tested can sample “Normal” and “The Wizard of the Kremlin,” although both come with reservations. My first choices would be “The Whisper Man,” dad favorite “Reacher,” and, with cautious optimism, “Lanterns.” 

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