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The Kiwanis Clubs of Coweta County to host Citizen of the Year Ceremony

The Citizen of the Year award ceremony will be held January 26, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at the Newnan Centre.

The prestigious event is sponsored by the Kiwanis Clubs of Coweta County. The Newnan Centre is located at 1515 Lower Fayetteville Road, Newnan.

The award honors an individual showing outstanding leadership and citizenship within the community, someone who has demonstrated exemplary vision, civic pride, and a strong commitment to a better Coweta.

The nominee is selected by previous COTY winners. The 2022 winner was Norma Haynes.

Guidelines for selecting the nominee include:

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hiring new professional team members at our facility in Newnan, Georgia, due to our continued growth.

We are looking for fresh faces with a broad range of expertise to expand our amazing leadership team!

Direct Hire jobs in salaried positions are on our website. Engineers, Analysts, Buyers, Operations Leaders and Supervisors who understand the manufacturing process are urged to apply. On the website, choose “Direct Hire” to review job information.

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Garret Reynolds, 2020 Citizen of the Year, with Miss Norma Haynes 2022 Citizen of the Year.

The 2023 Citizen of the Year Nominees

There are 10 nominees this year including doctors, ministers, educators, as well as business and civic leaders.

“Considering a career with Yamaha has been one of the best decisions that I’ve made. It’s given me a whole lot of experience, it’s grown me a lot, not only as an engineer but as a person. And so it’s been really cool experience to get to grow up with the company, and I think that’s very valuable.”

—Will L., Manufacturing Engineer

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Samantha Brazie: Resident of Coweta County for the past 15 years. She is director of sales and operations for Progressive Heating and Air. She was graduated from Clayton State University and got her MBA from the University of West Georgia. Currently, she is the chair of the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce; board member of ELEVATE Coweta Students; advisory board member, University of West Georgia; HVAC advisory board member - West Georgia Technical College; community advisory committee member - Piedmont Newnan Hospital; chair - Business Women’s Network, Chamber of Commerce.

Cynthia Bennett: Has a bachelor of science from Florida State University and a Masters in Education from George Washington University. She is a retired school teacher and was named Teacher of the Year at Ellis G. Arnall Middle School and East Coweta High School. She was also vice president of talent development for the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce before retiring in 2020. Currently, she is president of the board of directors for Meals on Wheels; member of the Chamber of Commerce;vice chair of the board of directors for the Coweta Community Foundation; ballot review officer for the Coweta County Board of Elections; and vice chair of the Coweta County Public Facilities Authority.

Jimmy Ellison: Earned his Masters of Divinity from Candler School of Theology/Emory and his doctorate in Church Leadership and Preaching from Asbury Theological Seminary. He has served four area churches and is the founding pastor of Providence United Methodist Church and Newnan City Church. He has served continued inside, page 2

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2023 Citizen of the Year Nominees

Cynthia Bennett

Samantha Brazie

Chris Doane

Jimmy Ellison

Dean Jackson

Dr. Pam Johnson

Pastor Terri Lemons

Maureen Schuyler

Kristen Timoteo

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continued from page 1 on the boards of Atlanta’s Historic Oakland Cemetery; Georgia Prisons Ministry; Safehouse Outreach; and is currently on the board for Young Harris College. He is the founder of Restoration Atlanta, which serves single-parent families getting out of homelessness. He is a key leader for Newnan Emergency Shelter Team (NEST), which helps the marginalized in extreme weather in Newnan, and is chaplain for the Newnan Fire Department.

Chris Doane: A small business owner in Newnan who started Crezent Marketing in 2006. He serves corporations, small businesses and nonprofits with branding, website design and social media marketing.

He currently serves as the Newnan Rotary Membership Chair; chairman of the Bike Coweta board; Explore Newnan Coweta vice chair; MTB (Mountain Bike) Atlanta president; vice president of SORBA (Southern OffRoad Bicycle Association). He and his company were recognized as the 2016 Newnan Coweta Chamber Small Business of the Year and 2021 Newnan Rotarian of the Year.

Dean Jackson: Was graduated from Georgia State University and served six years as business editor of The Newnan Times-Herald. Since 2001, he has served as the Public Information Officer for the Coweta County School System. His past and current positions include: chairman of the Coweta Community Foundation; board member and chairman of the Newnan Coweta Chamber of Commerce; chairman of the Coweta County Convention and Visitors Bureau; Friends of Chattahoochee Bend Park, chairman and vice president; chairman of Leadership Coweta Board; Co-founder of Newnan-Coweta Youth Leadership; and advisory committee member for the United Way of Metro Atlanta.

Dr. Pam Johnson: Received her doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Auburn University and was the long-time owner and hospital director of Dogwood Veterinary Hospital and Laser Center. In 2016, the clinic was named the overall Small Business of the Year by the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce.

Dogwood was also named as the Reader’s Choice of Veterinary Services for three years in a row by Coweta Magazine. Prior to COVID, she was an active member and board member of the Newnan Kiwanis Club, and volunteered with the Kiwanis Coweta County Fair and the Newnan Kiwanis annual Christmas Shopping event for children. She also worked to develop safe ways for animals to be treated during the COVID crisis.

Terri Lemons: Has served as pastor of Newnan Chapel United Methodist Church for seven years. She has focused on creating a path for more cooperation among churches across racial lines. She was a leader in the Newnan Church Tornado Response partnership with other downtown churches. Her church, the oldest black church in Newnan, suffered extensive damage from the tornado. Nevertheless, she led an effort that pulled together more than 100 volunteers and provided more than 500 families with supplies and food after the storm. She has served on the Coweta Recovery Committee since its inception after the tornado.

Maureen Schuyler: Has served as the museum director for the Senoia Historical Society since 2010. By curating artifacts donated by families in and around Senoia, she and her team of volunteers have created vignettes telling the story of Senoia and Coweta County. She serves on the design committee for the Senoia Downtown Development Committee and as an advisory board member to the Coweta County Library. She also has served as a Historic Preservation Commissioner for the city of Senoia; and was a team member on Senoia’s Comprehensive Plan.

Kristen Timoteo: Is the Library Branch Manager for the Grantville and Senoia branches of the Coweta County Library System. She has a special interest in children and believes that investing time, energy, money and positiveness in them now, they will have a brighter future. She is treasurer of the Grantville Kiwanis Club; member of the Community Action Team for Coweta Ferst Foundation; mentor for ELEVATE Coweta Students at Glanton and Eastside Elementary schools; volunteer with Yeager Road Community Resource Center; and serves as a reader to the YMCA, libraries and elementary schools.

Mike Winslett: Is president and CEO of DTH Expeditors Inc., which specializes in expedited air freight and is named after his three children, Drew, Tyler and Hannah. After a tornado struck Newnan in March of 2021, he was instrumental in ensuring the city and county had ample resources. This also included substantial donations and purchases for the Newnan Fire Department and city of Newnan. He and his employees set up and cooked meals on the grounds of Newnan High School for those engaged with tornado relief efforts.

He is the founder and long-time supporter of the Baseball 4 Christ ministry program and several other local non-profits.

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

As we start a new year, we want to thank our advertisers and readers for their support. Our goal is, and always will be, to help you grow, market and promote what you do. And maybe find a great new local joint or band along the way.

We are excited about the future of print media and our company’s growth. Despite all the naysayers, niche publications, like what we publish, continue to grow. As an example, we started The Paper five years ago with a circulation of 1,500. It is now 10,000.

Looking back over the past year, whether professionally or personally, is never a bad idea. However, a word of caution: a quick glance is best. Staying focused on the past and thinking of all the should ofs, could ofs or would ofs … can leave you bitter. And a life lived in regret is a life half-lived. It’s like looking out the rear view mirror and never looking for what’s in front of you. At some point, you are bound to have a wreck.

Winters Media & Publishing started back when we bought The Coweta Shopper from Joe Williams on a Thanksgiving Eve. We eventually shortened that to “The Shopper,” and at the beginning of 2022, we changed the name to “The Weekly.” We did this for a myriad of reasons and appreciate the community embracing that decision. We had added so many features and columns that we just didn’t think The Shopper was The Shopper any more.

We started The Paper from scratch. It was Winters’ vision and dream to create what we now call “the ultimate what to do, see and eat” publication. Or as Winters likes to joke, the “Give Me Something To Do” paper. Our columnists cover our favorite joints, the local music scene, what is trending in our area, recipes, chefs, book clubs and others’ perspective on living life.

It is now direct-mailed to more than 4,000 homes and we distribute an additional 6,000 at more than 125 locations throughout Coweta County and the surrounding areas. We have a strong social presence with Winters Media as well, including our website (wintersmedia.net) Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (all @wintersmediapublishing) as well. All these are just other cogs in our media wheel to reach readers and expand our clients’ reach.

Corby Carlin Winters, Marketing/Public Relations corby@wintersmedia.net Joey Howard, Digital Editor / Sales 404.698.0734 joey@wintersmedia.net Levi Winters, Social & Visual Media levi@wintersmedia.net Seth Winters, Ad Design sethswinters@gmail.com Ruth Harris Doyal, Composition 770.254.1421 info@wintersmedia.net The PAPER office is located at 15 Perry Street, Newnan, GA 30263 Mailing address is: P. O. Box 757, Newnan, GA 30264 Office Hours: Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 9 - 4.

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The Paper goes out the first week of the month. We now have The Weekly direct mailed in weeks two, three and four. In each of those three weeks, The Weekly goes to a different zip code area.

John A. Winters, President Corby Carlin Winters, Vice President

A year ago this month, we started The Taku Group. If you are wondering, “Taku” is a glacier that runs down from the mountains to Juneau, Alaska. It is also the name of a company that specialized in Alaskan seafood and whose owners are friends of ours. And, it’s also why Winters’ dog is called, well, Taku.

The PAPER is distributed throughout Coweta County and surrounding areas. You can find it at restaurants, banks, tourist locations, hotels, convenience stores, libraries and other high visibility locations. For more information … info@wintersmedia.net

“Taku” owns two high-end glossy magazines. One is Stroll Lake Redwine and goes out each month to the approximately 625 residences in the Lake Redwine subdivision.

The other is BeLocal Coweta/PTC. This publication targets the roughly 500 families moving into the area each month. It too is direct-mailed and covers all of Coweta County and into Peachtree City and west Fayette County.

So now we have four publications and multiple social media platforms, each targeting a very different demographic. In other words, we have something that will fit your needs. And we are looking at some additional opportunities in 2023.

As we enter this new year, we pray for blessings and peace in your lives. We are committed to continue to help you grow and strengthen your businesses.

On behalf of our family and our incredible team, we want to wish you a prosperous new year where you truly find your life and work purpose.

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The

Bookmark

with Jimmy Bass

A Gift

The Christmas season has come and gone with hopefully everyone getting that coveted gift, the one they have dreamed about the whole year. Parents frantically fought the supply chain monster in hopes of finding “it,” the gift that made this Christmas perfect. As a parent (and grandparent), I have fought these battles even when the supply chain was zipping along. And, I am all for the perfect gift for your little or bigger bundle of joy. But, if you are interested in something that will be around probably longer than Grandma’s fruit cake, please allow me to recommend a gift.

I recently was looking at pictures of past graduations for our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program.

This is an awesome, FREE program we offer at all libraries where young children can read (with the aid of family, teachers, etc.) books with the hope of being recognized and awarded at one of our fantastic graduation parties (there are gifts!). I have seen some wonderful sights in my life but one of my favorites is seeing a roomful of children with graduation caps sitting with their families as we announce their name. The light from all the smiles in the room is truly dazzling and warm.

than 10 minutes. Is it Facebook or Twitter or Politics??? I do not know but I can tell you that there is something very peaceful about relaxing with a good mystery, biography, historical novel, children’s book with your child or whatever you would like to read. Beginning now with the new year, let’s make 2023 the year of calm, peace, and reading to oneself and to others. I guarantee it will get you on the good list!

Jimmy Bass is director of the Coweta Public Library System. He also plays a mean guitar and sings at local venues.n

The Bookmark is sponsored by Coweta Public Library System

Besides a cute photo op, there is one thing that really make me excited about the gift I am about to tell you about. If you have children or grandchildren, all of them can take advantage of 1000 Books. But it is not a requirement to get the real gift nor do you have to be a child to get it … it is free to all. It is the gift of literacy, with a shelf life that runs as long as you do and there is no cap on how much you want of it. Look … I can cite statistic after statistic about children and the positive effect of reading (better school scores, higher college acceptance, stronger in science and math) but for children it is fun! It is also a family event, a parent or sibling or grandparent can join in the excitement of seeing the sparkle in the eye of a happy reader.

As for adults who claim that they do not read, find something they are interested in and gift them a book about it. It can even be an audio book. There is also a place called the library where these books, audios, eBooks, etc. are available for all and they are FREE. How many times do you read an article about Christmas gifts and the word FREE is mentioned twice (now thrice)??? And, the library is not just open at Christmas, this is a year-long gift. As Cousin Eddie so eloquently put it in Christmas Vacation, it is the gift that keeps on giving all year long.

We are overloaded with information these days and it seems to me that nobody can sit still for longer

The Coweta County Ferst Foundation mission is to provide a free monthly age-appropriate book for every child under the age of five in Coweta County.

Visit our website for more information: cowetaferst.org

Did You Know?

• 61% of low-income families do not have a single piece of age-appropriate reading material in their home?

• 1/3rd of Georgia’s children start school unprepared to learn?

• 75% of Georgia’s students who are poor readers in the third grade will remain poor readers in high school?

How Do Books Help?

The more words a child hears, the larger the child’s vocabulary and the larger the child’s vocabulary, the more likely the child will be a proficient reader. However, in order to read with a child, books must be in the home.

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The Start your new year happy.

with Samantha Brazie

Let’s Be Intentional in the New Year!

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Congratulations Christopher Gilliam, we saved him $663 on home, auto, and several antique collectable autos.

Congratulations Darren Story, we saved him $1,520 on home & auto. Darren is a Veteran and we also want to thank him for his service.

Journey

Happy New Year, Paper readers! This is the time of year where we reflect on the year prior and look forward to being better versions of ourselves in the future. 2022 was especially a unique year for me and my family … a new season of life. Yet it seems like we’re about to go into yet another one this year. We are getting used to being flexible with traditions we’ve had for 20+ years and looking at how we will adjust with our extended family tree to make the most out of the time we have together.

If I had to pick one word that summed my role up as board chair of the Newnan-Coweta Chamber in 2022, it would be “intentionality.”

I was very intentional about how I spent every moment of my time in that role, but even more so at work. Still, most of the time I felt like I was running on a hamster wheel. My love of travel became more of a burden … I looked forward to trips planned and had a wonderful time but was completely overwhelmed when I came back because the one thing I couldn’t do when I was gone was truly support my people. So almost all of my time was spent with them and my tasks had to be done whenever I could fit them in. In hindsight, I did the best that I possibly could and always made myself available to my team and my family, but no one does it all well.

New Years resolutions are everywhere although quite often not followed through with. I have written about goals, how to follow through with them and make lasting change over the last few years.

In reality, for me, some of my biggest and best lifestyle changes have come through NY resolutions. It requires a need for change, discipline, and yes – intentionality.

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So this year, while I definitely want to be healthier, exercise more, make more money – all of the ‘fad’ resolutions – what I want most is to be intentional about everything I do. The season of chasing my tail is behind me and I am moving forward to making the most out of every moment, even the ones I don’t plan. My version of being intentional doesn’t mean I have to plan every second of my life (even though I’m pretty good at micromanaging myself), but it does mean that I plan on being more present than I have been in years, in as many moments as possible. It means that I am not going to put myself on the backburner anymore … my wellbeing is important. It means that I am going to spend meaningful time with the people in my life and work on things that are truly important, intentionally.

I challenge you to look at your life with a ‘big picture’ mindset and think about not the problem itself but what the behind-the-scenes thought processes are behind that problem. That, my friends, is where you are truly going to be intentional on making lasting change in your Journey.

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Nice deck on back of house. LR w/stone surround fireplace. Dining area. Bonus room with separate entrance is ideal for home office.

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6.47 ACRES ZONED GENERAL COMMERCIAL! Convenient CT opportunity for NTRAGreat DER CO to Hwy 34 Bypass &UN downtown Newnan. many potential uses. New Price $499,000. Frank and Chip.

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2 WOODED VACANT LOTS in West Coweta on East Coggins Road. Easy access to Newnan, Franklin or Carrollton. $60,000 per lot. Frank/Jess. ______________________________________________

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NEW POPLAR ROAD COMMERCIAL LISTING. 24+/- ACRES zoned C-6 (multiple uses) commercial. Water and sewer already in place. $7,000,000. Will subdivide. Frank/Chip. ______________________________________________

______________________________________________ AMLAJACK RD 255.5 ACRES FOR $17,890,600. Frank. ______________________________________________

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12 CHOICE BUILDING LOTS in Grantville. Easy access to I-85, Atlanta, Newnan, LaGrange and Columbus. Sold ‘as is’. $420,000 Bulk Sale Only. Frank/Jess.

MLS #10074449 BEAUTIFUL 7.42+/- ACRES IN NEWNAN WITH OPEN FIELDS, pecan trees, hardwoods, and pines, big 50x31 barn with horse stalls. Large rustic farmhouse sold ‘as is’. Several great home sites on this property. Build your dream home and have your own private farm with easy access to Newnan and Franklin. New Price! $239,900. Jess/ Tom.

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109 RESIDENTIAL LOTS IN MANCHESTER, GA! Manchester city water, sewer & electricity available. Schools nearby! Walk to downtown Manchester. $30,000 per lot. BULK SALE ONLY. Frank/Jess.

RESIDENTIAL LOT ON BERRY AVENUE IN TOWN. All utilities UNDER CONTRACT available. $29,900 Frank.

SITE OF PROPOSED NEW INTERSECTION ON I-85 NORTH OF NEWNAN 255 Acres on I- 85 North of Newnan. Between 2 Industrial parks, 27-acre Lake. All utilities available $70,000 per acre. Frank owner/agent.

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12 CHOICE BUILDING LOTS IN GRANTVILLE. BULK SALE ONLY. Easy access to I-85, Atlanta, Newnan, LaGrange and Columbus. Seller will only sell as a bundle, not individual lots. $420,000. Frank/Jess.

3 VACANT LOTS IN ASHLEY WOODS. Subject to Covenants & Restrictions of record. Nicely wooded lots. No HOA. Possible bsmt lots. Lots 15, 16 & 17 are available for $29,900 each.

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MLS #10054454

SPECTACULAR BRICK RANCH ON 106.63+/- ACRES! This Custom-Built Home has a Great room w/fireplace and wood burning stove, huge DR, fully equipped Kitchen, 5BR and 3 full Baths. Full Basement with finished rooms and shop. Approximately 85% fenced pasture. 2 Ponds. Stream. A/C Kennel.

LD! through 3 car garage.

LD! SOdrive SODetached, 60’x80’ Equipment Barn.

60’x180’ Metal shop with multiple roll-up doors and commercial kitchen. Spectacular Views and Sunsets! $1,950,000.

Frank/ Jess.

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The

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

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

“Music gives a soul to the Universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” …Plato

*Check out the music calendar for Mad Mexican - consistently good music and great food. *The Cellar/Bays always has a music calendar that offers a variety of bands & genres.

SUMMERGROVE GOLF CLUB 335 SummerGrove Parkway, Newnan | 770.251.1800

Some of our Local Musicians …

Aaron Walker - guitarist and singer -you’ll find Aaron playing in local venues with a band and solo.

He’s a young artist to watch. Follow Aaron on Facebook & Instagram.

Mary Martin - playing at a venue near you from Fayette to Newnan to LaGrange and everywhere in between.

Check out her website for the shows she’s planned for 2023.

Melody Kiser & HeyDreamer - on January 20th at Smith’s Olde Bar in Atlanta, HeyDreamer (alternative rock) will play The Atlanta Room with Grits & Greens (soulful rock-n-roll) and Levi Ransom (pop rock). Show starts at 8 p.m.

Local & Live Venues …

Call ahead to check on Live music dates and times!

THE CELLAR / THE BAYS 20 Jefferson Street, Newnan 770.683.6328 Live Jazz on Wednesdays Acoustic on Thursdays in the Bays Live Music Friday and Saturday nights 1/04 … Sweet Grass Sally one of Newnan’s faves, rockin’ cover tunes and soulful originals

1/05 … Ellis Lowery classic country & southern rock 1/06 … Southside Band 1/07 … Chuck & Nick 1/12 … Jeanine Duke 1/13 … The Band One variety band playing live music - all genres 1/14 … Twice Shy w/ Tony Stephens and Scott Glisman Georgia based acoustic duo

Kris Youmans 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, her three grown children, life on Pierce Chapel & Hank the Dog (who also has an ear for music!) Contact Kris with questions, comments, suggestions or just to say you like her column krisyoumansband@gmail.com. _______________________________ ________ _______________________

1/18 … John Hensley 1/19 … Mary Martin 1/20 … The Max Reggae Band 1/21 … Trouble Tones traditional blues band from Atlanta 1/25 … Bradley Gale 1/26 … Matthew McCartney Southeastern singer-songwriter 1/27 … Kris Youmans and Her Mighty Fine Band traditional country, Americana, blues

PURE LIFE HOUSE OF MUSIC 206 Clark St., LaGrange, 706.443.4838

1/28 … Pete & Pete Band _____________

THE MAD MEXICAN 2 East Court Square, Newnan 770.683.9545 Come for great food and Live local music.

1/04 … Lerogie Sims 1/06 … Aaron Watkins 1/11 … Ellis Lowery classic traditional country and southern rock 1/13 … John Hensley & Kevin Walker 1/14 … Larry Mills 1/18 … Joey Troup 1/20 … Chad Jernigan 1/21 … Ricky Lee 1/25 … Jacob Joiner 1/27 … Ellis Lowery _____________

THE BRICKS ON CHURCH STREET Grantville, GA 678.877.6571 The Bricks on Church Street in Grantville features local and live music events and is a good choice for your own special events. _____________

OLDE COURTHOUSE TAVERN on the Square, Fayetteville Marvelous Marvin Presents Saturday Night Blues on the Southside - 8:30 p.m.

You’ll hear the best local and regional blues! _____________

Friday Night Dinner and Music To Be Determined! … call ahead _____________

HOLLONVILLE OPRY AT TURIN UMC 20 Longstreet Ave., Turin UMC Music every 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month starting at 6:30 p.m.

Gospel, Bluegrass and Country. Good Music, Good Fellowship!

1/07 … New Creation River’s Edge Kirkland & Friends 1/21 … Walnut Grove Country at Heart _____________

ABIDE BREWING CO. 110 Werz Industrial Blvd., Newnan _____________

BIG SHOTS KITCHEN and BAR 102 B Guthrie Way, PTC 770.629.5591

Jeanine Duke Every Sunday 12:30-3 p.m. _____________

THE FURNACE 41 7716 N. Main St., Jonesboro 770.256.2041 1/21 … 7 p.m. Jukebox Disciples, Thoughts Are Nuclear, Battlewax, Evel August, Cherokee Voodoo, Sawzall Dolls, Shooting Models, Think Sanity _____________

LINE CREEK BREWING CO. 150 Huddleston Rd., PTC 678.993.0086 Shows at 6 p.m.

1/06 … Brian Rivers 1/07 … Butch Watson 1/20 … Savanna Bassett 1/27 … Threadbare Skivvies 2/04 … Brian Rivers _____________

LINE CREEK BUS BARN 300 City Center Parkway, Fayetteville 770.731.1641 Most shows 6-9 p.m. except Market day 1/07 … Pete Fodero 1/14 … Southside Band 1/21 … Brian Rivers 1/28 … Savanna Bassett 2/04 …Pete Fodero _____________

PURE LIFE HOUSE OF MUSIC 206 Clark St., LaGrange 706.443.4838 A true listening room featuring hidden treasures and legendary singer/songwriters in an intimate setting.

1/07 … Paul McDonald inspired by Tom Petty, Rolling Stones, Neil Young & Jackson Brown. Songs are poetic story-driven narratives. McDonald has a voice that is easily recognizable and impossible to ignore.

1/12 … Honey Dewdrops their music has been described as “songs filled with humanity, with beautiful playing and harmonies” 1/20 … Jaimee Harris Texas born singer/songwriter 1/28 … Sweet Tea Trio all female harmony group hailing from the deep south _____________

CRUST AND CRAFT 3150 Hwy 34 E, Sharpsburg 1/06 … Daniel Toole 2/03 … Lerogie _____________

BROTHER’S STEAKHOUSE 901 S Carroll Rd., D-2, Villa Rica 1/07 … Drew Ashworth 7 p.m. _____________

LA FIESTA CARROLLTON 201 Bradley St., Carrollton,Shows at 6:30 p.m.

1/07 … Isaac Streetman _____________

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RPM FULL SERVICE 15 Jackson Street, Newnan 770.683.1414 Live music and restaurant venue. pet friendly patio call ahead for music lineup. *Every Sunday music on the Patio *Karaoke every weekend Open Mic Wednesdays 8:30 p.m. _____________

THE ALAMO 19 W. Court Square, Newnan 770.683.2526 Call ahead for events, dates and times.

Open Mic Night Every Sunday, 6 to 9 p.m.

Come out to see local talent and sign up to play!

De Shawn Parker is your Host. _____________

NUTWOOD WINERY 1339 Upper Big Springs Road, LaGrange, GA 706.882.5296

BEACON BREWERY 700 Lincoln St., LaGrange 706.298.6500 1/29 … Daniel Toole _____________

Family owned winery and cafe … beautiful winery with tasting room and vineyard.

BRICKHOUSE LAGRANGE 141 Main St., LaGrange, GA 706.298.5485 Live Music every Friday and Saturday Night!

Food and Drink specials all week Thursday is Karaoke night.

Every Friday and Saturday the Winery features a local performer in the Tasting Room.

Starting around 6 p.m. on Fridays and 2 p.m. on Saturdays until close at 10 p.m.

Call to get up-to-date lineup for music.

1/14 … Mary Martin 1/28 … Mary Martin 2/03 … Daniel Toole

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GRAZING HERE 2850 Hwy. 54, Peachtree City 770.486.2696 All Shows Start at 8 p.m.

1/06 … Smokestack Lightning 1/07 … FUZE 1/13 … 6 Feet Back 1/14 … Kyle Bradley Band 1/20 … Dixon 1/21 … Dueling Pianos 1/27 … Limited Edition _____________

Sweet Grass Sally Jan. 4 at The Cellar

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HUNTER’S CANTINA 1875 E Main St., Hogansville, 706.637.9444 Family oriented Mexican cantina and grill with friendly atmosphere and live music.

The MAX Ragga Band Jan. 20 at The Cellar

Call ahead for music line up. _____________

Melody Kiser & HeyDreamer Jan. 20th at Smith’s Olde Bar in Atlanta. Show starts at 8 p.m.

Matthew McCartney Jan. 26 at The Cellar

WQEE 99.1 FM The Key … Talk • Sports • Music and … 

Red Letters Radio Show with Andrah P’Lonas 5 to 6 a.m.  

JC Sports News Hour 7 to 8 a.m.

RyanoRadio Penitentiary With Ryan O Neal News, Interviews & More 8 to10 a.m.

Kirkland & Friends Jan. 7th at Hollonville Opry at Turin UMC

Connecting The Kingdom with Debra Harris Tuesday Mornings 10 to 11 a.m. Sponsored By Newnan City Church 

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Health, Happiness, and Harmony Hour with Dr. Louis Boynton Wednesday Mornings 10 to 11 a.m.

Know Your Rights with Charles H. Cauble 2nd and 4th Thursday Mornings 10 to 11 a.m. 

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Faith Works with Pastor Jimmy Ellison Friday Mornings 10 to 11 a.m.

Plus Other Great Local Radio Shows …

• Columbus River Dragons Hockey • Columbus Chatt A Hoots Baseball • Landmark Christian School Sports • SEC Network! New

Local Shows Coming Soon & Home of the Best Classic Soft Rock Hits

5 1/2 W Washington St., Newnan, GA Jordan Communications, LLC • 770.347.9947 99classicrock@gmail.com • www.facebook.com/99RockNewnan Trouble Tones Jan. 21 at The Cellar

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LOCATIONS

Around Downtown

Movies

Main Street Newnan 6 First Avenue, Newnan, GA 30263 770.253.8283 mainstreetnewnan.com

Check Out www.explorecoweta.com for Calendar of Events _______________________________

Regal Cinemas Georgian 14 Ashley Park 237 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan 844.462.7342

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NCG Cinemas at Fischer Crossings 55 Fischer Crossings Blvd., Sharpsburg 678-326-4460

www.regmovies.com

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Senoia

40 Greenway Court, Suite D, Newnan www.southernarcdance.org • 770.683.3724 Midsummer Night’s Dream date TBA A new work directed by Dale Lyles and choreographed by Paulo Manso de Sousa. Place and times TBA Artz’n Park May 13 & Flower Festival June 3 Look for more information on these events in future issues. _______________________________

Centre for Performing & Visual Arts

http://www.enjoysenoia.net

The Carnegie Library

1 LaGrange Street, Newnan • 770.683.1347 newnancarnegie.com Some events require reservations and space is limited.

Exercise Is Medicine, Gentle Yoga and Crochet, Book Club with Lola, Bingo Day Jan 12, Financial Planning Check Up Jan 17, Hometown Novel Night Jan 19, Lunch and Learn Jan 20, Literary Circle Book Club Jan 23, AARP Jan 24, Photography for Business Jan 26, and more.

Visit newnancarnegie.com and eventbrite.com for information. _______________________________

1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan, GA 30265

Senoia Alive After 5 Returns March 17, 5 p.m.

Senoia Shopping, Dining, Music and More Senoia Farmers Market Returns March 25, Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 40 Travis St., Senoia / senoiafarmersmarket on Facebook.

Fresh local produce, vendors and artisans. _______________________________

Senoia Area Historical Society History Museum

www.thenixoncentre.net 770.254.2787

The Highwaymen Show-American Outlaw Tribute Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 7 p.m.

The music of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson is iconic through the history of country music. These men were considered the Mount Rushmore of country music.

Hank & My Honky Tonk Heroes Thursday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m.

Jason Petty is the only actor to portray Hank Williams in New York City’s hit Off-Broadway musical “Lost Highway.” _______________________________

Local Theatre

McRitchie-Hollis Museum

74 Jackson St., Newnan • 770.251.0207 newnancowetahistoricalsociety.com Fashion Exhibit at McRitchie-Hollis Museum Jan 4 -26 Wine & Cheese Reception Jan. 12, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

See pieces of local fashion from days gone by up close and personal! Our curator has pulled well over a dozen vintage dresses, suits and other attire from the museum’s permanent collection for display during January’s POP-UP exhibit. Visit during normal museum hours. Check website for more information. _______________________________

6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276

Open every Friday and Saturday 1 to 4 p.m. Check out their Facebook and Instagram. senoiaareahistoricalsociety.org Whiskey! Part Two. Jan 12 A(nother) evening with Doc Brown Farm & Distillers 6:30 p.m. Doors Open | 7 p.m. Program. _______________________________

24 1st Ave, Newnan • 770-683-6282 http://newnantheatre.org N.I.T.W.I.T.S. New Years Resolutions Dropping the Ball Jan 28 They Came from Mars and Landed Outside the Farndale Avenue Church Hall in Time for the Townswomen’s Guild’s Coffee Morning February 9-12 & 16-19 _______________________________

The Legacy Theatre The Legacy Theatre

1175 Senoia Rd., Suite C., Tyrone, GA., 30290 http://www.thelegacytheatre.org/ Sister Act Jan. 27-Feb. 26 The wait is over! Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! _______________________________

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Live Music

Atlanta

Look for Kris Youman’s Local and Live Music column in this issue

Professional Sports NFL Football

ATLANTA FALCONS

301 Lafayette Ave., Fayetteville, GA 30214 770.719.4173 southerngroundamp.com ______________

Fox Theatre

660 Peachtree St NE (at Ponce de Leon Ave NE), Atlanta 404.881.2100 Tickets on sale for upcoming shows. Check website … http://foxtheatre.org

Jan. 8, Sun., Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 1 p.m. - FOX All Home Games played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium ________________ NBA Basketball

ATLANTA HAWKS

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Chastain Park

State Farm Arena

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

1 Philips Dr NW (at Centennial Olympic Park Dr), Atlanta, GA 404.878.3000 Tickets on sale for upcoming shows. Check website … statefarmarena.com

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Coweta County Genealogical Society 8 Carmichael St., Newnan Wed. - Fri., 10 am to 4 pm Check Facebook for more info

Outdoors

Chattahoochee Bend State Park

425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan, GA 30263 www.gastateparks.org/ChattahoocheeBend More info call: 770.254.7271

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First Moon Hike Day Hike • Friday, Jan. 6, 5:15 - 7 p.m.

Hike on the Flat Rock trail and enjoy the first full moon of 2023.

Hike to the flat rock open area to watch the moon rise and experience the sights and sounds of the night. Feel free to bring hot chocolate or water, good walking shoes and a flashlight.

Meet at Trailhead 1 parking lot. $5 plus $5 parking.

Must pre-register by 5 p.m. Thursday, January 5.

Check their website or Facebook page for upcoming events. _______________________________ ________ _______________________

Jan. 4, Wed., at Sacramento Kings, 10 p.m. – BSSE Jan. 6, Fri., at Los Angeles Lakers, 10:30 p.m. – BSSE Jan. 8, Sun., at Los Angeles Clippers, 9 p.m. – BSSE Jan. 11, Wed., Milwaukee Bucks, 7:30 p.m. – ESPN/ BSSE Jan. 13, Fri., at Indiana Pacers, 7 p.m. – BSSE Jan. 14, Sat., at Toronto Raptors, 7:30 p.m. – BSSE Jan. 16, Mon., Miami Heat, 3:30 p.m. – TNT Jan. 18, Wed., at Dallas Mavericks, 7:30 p.m. – ESPN/BSSE Jan. 20, Fri., New York Knicks, 7:30 p.m. – BSSE Jan. 21, Sat., Charlotte Hornets, 7:30 p.m. – BSSE Jan. 23, Mon., at Chicago Bulls, 8 p.m. – BSSE/NBATV Jan. 25, Wed., at Oklahoma City Thunder, 8 p.m. – BSSE Jan. 28, Sat., Los Angeles Clippers, 7:30 p.m. – BSSE Jan. 30, Mon., at Portland Trailblazers, 10 p.m. – BSSE/ NBATV Feb. 1, Wed., at Phoenix Suns, 10 pm – ESPN/BSSE Feb. 3, Fri., at Utah Jazz, 9 p.m. – BSSE Feb. 4, Sat., at Denver Nuggets, 9 p.m. – BSSE Feb. 7, Tues., at New Orleans Pelicans, 7:30 p.m. – TNT All Home Games played at State Farm Arena

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Apollo’s Steaks … 770.667.4811 45 Robinson St., Suite D, Newnan Authentic Philly cheesesteaks, cheesecake and more!

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 yes, all are White Monkey approved.

Alo Farms … 678.489.4423 • 629 Hwy 74 South, PTC Red and Green Oakleaf, Sweet Crisp, Red and Green Butter and Muir Lettuce. Microgreen broccoli, basil, cucumbers, spinach, scallion and more. alofarmsga.us

One flavor - awesome. Need to call ahead to order.

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

Dunc’s BBQ Kitchen … 678.673.6644 98 Jackson Street, Newnan Great joint that includes beef brisket, all-you-can-eat catfish and shrimp, smoked chicken and pulled pork. Killer banana pudding and their white sauce is The Bomb.

Christy’s Cafe … 770-683-7512 • 27 Jackson St., Newnan 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.

El Taquito … 770.252.2777 • 1389 Hwy. 29 South, Newnan 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.

Chylaca’s Mexican Restaurant & Grill … 770.252.6821 20 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan • 3154 E. Hwy. 34, Newnan …

Two locations 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.

Look for many more joints on our website.

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

Mr. Personality Newnan’s Goodwill Ambassador

January, New Year’s Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day, are highlights for the month of January.

New Year’s Day is to celebrate the fresh start that it is, that it may become and that we hope for. The Carnegie Library is an excellent source for people of all ages to discover Dr. King, as they have many books about him as a person, preacher and Civil Rights activist.

Celebrate his life by reading about his life.

I would like to encourage those with time on their hands and money in their pockets to shop at the Courthouse Square. Shop small, shop local and shop smart and be sure to pick up the free Paper. A John Winters’ special, a great source of information about the Courthouse Square, Newnan and Coweta County.

For those visiting or moving in, The Paper is a must-read as well as great entertainment for all. Be sure to check out my Mr. Personality column, it’s the best one yet.

I am always in a bit of shock and awe as I remember that the very day I moved to this state and town I was more fully connected to my God-consciousness, what the Quakers refer to as the “Inner Light.”

Ten years later I am still having a God experience every day. My spiritual love letters ministry is indeed my outreach ministry in which I touch the hearts and minds with all of humankind that is placed in my path by Divine Spirit. Some need prayers, some need healing, some need a friendly voice and some simply need to be seen and heard.

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This is my God-given purpose for being in this town, this country and this very planet. Sometimes I can only offer words of encouragement, prayers, air hugs and much enthusiasm.

I do what I can with what I have and I pray daily that Divine Spirit will bless me with the right thoughts, the right words, the right deeds and right behavior throughout each day. Every day is an affirmation of my God-given purpose. I am to embrace my fellow humankind with love, joy, and heartfelt sincerity each day.

My Book of the Month is titled: “The Right To Be Wrong. Ending The Culture War Over Religion In America,” by Kevin Seamus Hasson. This well-written book should be read by anyone that has a religion and those that do not.

It is about the ongoing feud over religious diversity.

The book explains that freedom is guaranteed by the truth about each of us. We are to follow our conscience, even if our conscience is mistaken as we have the Godgiven right to be wrong.

If anyone has been told they have the “wrong” religion or feel only they have the “right” religion, I suggest reading this book. I wish I could give everyone a copy of this book. This is another book of wisdom that the Divine Spirit placed in my path to share.

Until next time Peace, love and respect Mr. Personality. n __________________

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You may have noticed that mortgage rates are on the rise. We have seen rates increase from three percent to four percent earlier this year, up to nearly eight percent now. Rising inflation is mostly responsible for this. The Federal Reserve, which is responsible for setting the interest rates that directly affect the mortgage rates, has been very clear on their stance with the housing market.

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Another big change in the real estate market has been seller and builder paid closing costs. After sellers did not pay any closing costs for buyers during the big boom of the real estate market, we are seeing sellers pay thousands in buyer closing costs.

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In Theaters: The Pale Blue Eye (January 6) – l Fix Rating 7/10 – Christian Bale and Harry Melling make a formidable investigative team in this period-set murder mystery. In 1830s New York, troubled detective Augustus Landor (Bale) is called in to solve the gruesome killing of a West Point cadet. The crime involves the vicious removal of the victim’s heart.

M3GAN (January 6) – This sci-fi frightener comes from superproducer Jason Blum, whose Blumhouse Productions gave us many enduring horror franchises over the last twenty years (see “Paranormal Activity,” “Insidious,” and “The Purge” to name just a few). James Wan (see “The Conjuring” films) gets the story credit.

“M3GAN,” which stands for Model 3 Generative Android, is a lifelike doll created by roboticist Gemma (Allison Williams).

When Gemma’s niece, Cady (Violet McGraw), loses her parents, Gemma decides that M3GAN could help the little girl’s recovery.

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Augustus joins forces with another military cadet named Edgar Allan Poe (Melling, from “The Queen’s Gambit,” playing the famous American writer). While Augustus is well-trained in the art of detection, Edgar has the inside track on the strange goings on at the prestigious military academy. And in that secretive place, nothing is what it seems.

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The Last of Us (series premiere January 15) – The Sony PlayStation video game that premiered in 2013 gets a big-budget series adaptation starring Pedro Pascal (see “The Mandalorian”). Season 1 features nine episodes. It follows Joel (Pascal) and Ellie (“Catherine Called Birdy” star Bella Ramsey) as they travel across an America that’s been ravaged by a pandemic. Sure, it sounds familiar; however, the trailers tease an exciting and potentially emotionally engaging journey. And the cast is promising, with Nick Offerman, Melanie Lynskey, and Gabriel Luna in supporting roles.

Hunters (season 2, the final, premieres on January 13) – If you forgot that this show even existed, you are likely not alone. Frankly, season one was really solid and highly stylish. So, it is good that Amazon gave it a second helping to draw the story elements to a close. Set in 1977, “Hunters” follows a young Jewish man named Jonah (Logan Lerman) who joins an elite group of Nazi hunters led

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Running with Speed (3-part documentary series available on January 6) – Filmmakers Patrick Lope and Nicholas Mross (see 2014’s prophetic “The Rise and Rise of Bitcoin”) dive into the crazed and genius process of “speedrunning.”

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had visiting shows like “The Clone Wars” and “Tales of the Jedi.”

Season two of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” continues the adventures of a collection of enhanced clones who trip through the galaxy after the events of the Clone Wars. While not as hard-hitting as the incredible live-action “Andor” series, “The Bad Batch” is a satisfying, if also somewhat repetitive, excursion to a place far, far away.

Mythic Quest (season 3 finale premieres on January 6) – Although Apple’s streaming platform is known for featuring the Oscar-winning film “CODA,” highly regarded music documentaries like “Beastie Boys Story,” and the edgy, subversive breakout series “Severance,” “Mythic Quest” offers off-beat entertainment that’s easy to digest. In the series, Rob McElhenney, the star of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” and the doc series “Welcome to Wrexham,” plays an obsessed video game developer named Ian Grimm. His hit game, Mythic Quest, is always in need of an update, and his company’s employees make up a quirky family. This show is funny and, at times, hits the emotional mark.

Women Talking (January 13) – l Fix Rating 9/10 – One of 2022’s best films, “Women Talking,” takes place in 2010 and profiles a group of women in an isolated religious community. We meet them after they have gathered together in a barn to discuss whether to flee following the arrest of several men in their village. They share the stories of physical and sexual abuse while attempting to reconcile their anger with their faith.

The cast is packed with super acting talent, including Rooney Mara, Claire Foy, Jessie Buckley, Judith Ivey, and multiple Oscar-winner Frances McDormand. Look for this movie, directed and written by Oscar nominee Sarah Polley (see “Away from Her”), to garner lots of awards consideration.

A Man Called Otto (January 6) – l Fix Rating 6/10 – Tom Hanks effortlessly steps into the role of Otto, a troubled fellow, a curmudgeon, whose wife has recently died. When he’s forced into retirement and a new family rents the house across from his, he’s utterly disturbed. Change doesn’t agree with Otto. But can these new folks melt his heart and save Otto from hopelessness?

Star Wars: The Bad Batch (season 2 premieres January 4) – l Fix Rating 7/10 – Last year, my son encouraged me to dive into the animated “Star Wars” universe. And what a wonderful time I’ve

“A Man Called Otto” is an overly sentimental adaptation of the 2015 Swedish Oscar nominee entitled “A Man Called Ove.” While “Ove” is a superior film, “Otto” does its best to overcome the sappy moments and pull at our heartstrings. Hanks is as good as ever, but the standout performance is Mariana Treviño, who plays Otto’s intuitive and very pregnant neighbor. n _______________________________

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Governor Brian P. Kemp named the Honorable Erica L. Tisinger to the Superior Court of the Coweta Judicial Circuit.

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The confetti in Times Square has thousands of people’s wishes written on them. In 2015 “wishfetti” became a part of the tradition. People write their wishes for the new year and submit them to the Wish Wall in Times Square (or online) and those wishes are turned into the confetti that falls over the crowd at midnight. [

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The Coweta Community Foundation (CCF) announced recipients of their 2022 Traditional Grants received a record $117,472 distribution of funds and an additional $1,500 of in-kind donations through its Mentorship Program. Awards were given to 31 nonprofit organizations that represent small to medium organizations and some larger organizations serving Coweta residents. The grants range in amounts from $500 to $5,000 each, representing a broad range of services, according to Kristen Webb, executive director. [

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From the Newnan Junior Service League: We have been busy this month!! We were proud to present a check to the Coweta Community Food Bank for a record breaking $68,770.22 from Can-A-Thon! That’s over 200,000 cans for @ oneroofoutreachnewnanga!! Additionally, Canongate Elementary won the competition for most food/funds collected from county schools and were presented with a $500 prize to go towards a school project or program. We are thankful for a supportive community that generously gives to those in need! [

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Every year, The Heritage School raises funds for the Newnan Junior Service League’s (NJSL) annual Can-A-Thon. This year, Heritage Hawks raised over $26,000 — a record-breaking amount for the school’s yearly fundraiser. The effort, led by Key Club Sponsor and Heritage faculty Gina Watkiss and the Key Club members, make significant contributions to the Can-A-Thon every year. [

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■ Fashion Exhibit at McRitchie-Hollis Museum 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wine & Cheese Reception Jan. 12, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. See pieces of local fashion from days gone by up close and personal! Our curator has pulled well over a dozen vintage dresses, suits and other attire from the museum’s permanent collection for display during January’s POP-UP exhibit. Visit during normal museum hours. 74 Jackson St., 770.251.0207, newnancowetahistoricalsociety.com January 5, THURSDAY …

■ Red Cross Blood Drive at Hendrick Honda of Newnan 33 Greenville St., , 12:15 to 4:15 p.m. redcrossblood.org ■ Red Cross Blood Drive at Newnan FUMC 391 Newnan Crossing Bypass, 11 a.m. to 4p.m. redcrossblood.org January 6, FRIDAY …

■ City Trolley resumes operation ■ Full Moon Day Hike at Chattahoochee Bend Check out the Locations Calendar on page 15 for more info.

January 10, TUESDAY ■ BYA Meeting with Rose Guerra First presentation of 2023 Backyard Association is with Rose Guerra and she will discuss Winter Wildlife in the Garden at the Coweta County Extension office at 7 p.m. Call 770.254.2620 or email coweta.extension@uga.edu before the presentation to register for a chance to win door prizes donated by community partners. 255 Pine Road, Newnan ugaextension.org/coweta January 10, 11 Sold Out, 18 Sold Out, & 25 ■ Beautifully Baked by Bonne Workshop at Nixon Centre For more information and tickets, visit: https://www.tix.com/ ticket-sales/thenixoncentre/5497 770.254.ARTS, 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan January 11 & 12, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY …

■ The Annual Winter Senior Luncheon is back!

The Winter Wonderland Luncheon will be held at the Coweta County Fairgrounds Conference Center. All Coweta residents (55+) are eligible to attend. Call 770.683.8600 weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or e-mail phod@coweta.ga.us to RSVP for Wednesday or Thursday. You must RSVP by January 5th if you plan to attend.

All large groups/buses will need to RSVP as a group to attend on Thursday, January 12th. 275 Pine Rd., Newnan January 12, THURSDAY …

■ Whiskey! Part Two. A(nother) evening with Doc Brown Farm & Distillers, second of a two-part series chronicling Georgia’s only seed-to-still distillery (based here in Senoia!) and the history of whiskey making. We’ll also be celebrating history made this month: Senoia’s first ever whiskey creams available for sale here in town, at our beloved Mr. Ellis Crook’s store. 6:30 p.m. Doors Open | 7 p.m. Program. Senoia Area Historical Society, 6 Couch St. January 14, SATURDAY …

■ Keep Newnan Beautiful Paper Shredding Look for their ad on page 17 keepnewnanbeautiful.org January 16, MONDAY … MLK Jr. Day January 17, TUESDAY …

■ Financial Planning Check-up at the Carnegie Library 2:30 p.m. Join the Newnan Carnegie Library and Sworney & Associates for a program to get the information you need about being financially stable when it comes to Long Term Care Planning, Medicare, Health and Life Insurance, Retirement Planning, and more. This is an informational session, so please come with questions! **Registration is with Eventbrite at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/494262150397 1 LaGrange St., 770.683. 1347. www.newnancarnegie.com January 20, 21, 25 & 28, …

■ Blind Wine Tasting Parties at Senoia’s The Classic Market 6:30 p.m. Call to reserve your spot 770.301.8444, 15 Main St. theclassicmarketsenoia.com Look in upcoming issues of The Weekly for more. And check out Facebook and our website for additional information.

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