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Vol. 8, No. 6  October 2024

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On October 18, 2024, A1A will be at Line Creek Brewing The Reserve in Newnan to headline Coweta Fest, the annual fall fundraiser for the Coweta Community Foundation. Proceeds of the concert will benefit the Coweta Together Fund, which awards grants to local nonprofits. Last year, the fund gave $100,000 to 36 nonprofits and 17 Coweta County educators.

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Hundreds of motorcycle riders, volunteers and friends helped raise more than $20,000 for Coweta FORCE, one of the area’s largest addiction recovery organizations. “Each year, we continue to surpass our goals, and we are beyond grateful for the love and support we receive from our amazing community,” the group said on their Facebook page. [ [ [ “Go to bed, you’ll feel better in the morning” is the human version of “Did you turn it off and turn it back on again?” [ [ [ West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) recently celebrated a decade-long partnership with the Coweta Samaritan Clinic (CSC), marking the 10th anniversary of the Coweta Samaritan Dental Clinic.

The dental clinic has provided basic and restorative dental care to thousands of underserved Coweta County residents while offering invaluable hands-on experience to WGTC’s dental assisting students. [ [ [ If someone offered to pay for my food and rent for the next 18 years, I’d do anything they ask of me. But I complained every time I took the trash out while living at my parent’s house. [ [ [ A new Piedmont Urgent Care clinic is now available in Newnan as a convenient health care option to treat minor illnesses and injuries.

Located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 29 and Georgia Route 154 across from Publix, Piedmont Urgent Care opened its 74th location Sept. 16 at 35 Arbor Springs Terrace in Newnan. This new facility joins two other Piedmont Urgent Care clinics in Newnan, supporting Piedmont’s mission to provide quality care closer to home.

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[ [ [ When a company offers me a better price after I cancel their subscription, they’re just admitting they were overcharging me. [ [ [ The City of Hope announced that the 2024 Walk for Hope 2K/5K was a huge success. The event, held on September 7 at the City of Hope Cancer Center campus in Newnan, brought together thousands of participants both in person and virtually to raise funds for cancer research, treatment, and patient care. The events united communities across the nation near Los Angeles, Orange County, Chicago and Newnan. [ [ [ Somewhere in the world, there is somebody with your dream job that hates going to work every day.

[ [ [ Around 63% of Americans say that inflation will keep them from buying a new phone this year, according to the personal-finance website WalletHub’s 2024 iPhone Survey. Key facts: impact of inflation: 63% of people say that inflation will keep them from buying a new phone this year. Key facts: Too expensive: 9 in 10 Americans think iPhones are overpriced; Debt dilemma: More than 2 in 5 Americans think buying a new iPhone is worth going into credit card debt; Rich or wasteful? 30% of people categorize someone who always has the newest iPhone as rich, while 27% think of them as wasteful; Keeping up appearances: 42% of Americans think that having the latest phone is important for their self image. [ [ [ Christmas feels more like a deadline than a holiday. [ [ [

Martha King joins Southern Serenity offering new services focusing on skin care Southern Vein Care is proud to announce the opening of expanded services focusing on weight loss and skin care.

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month When I was in high school, my mom had a lumpectomy. It was scary for all of us and my first experience with breast cancer. I remember her discussing what she would do if she did have cancer. My mother was a Yankee filled with moxie and a passion for Jesus Christ.

She was a strong, caring and passionate woman. But she would not listen to anyone who had horror stories about breast cancer and their treatment. My friend and neighbor, Pat Lincoln, said that was a big issue she also faced.

Fortunately, my mom’s biopsy was negative. She always advocated for her own health and the health of others.

So, being my mother’s daughter, I followed her example by always getting regular mammograms and doing selfbreast exams, including checking your underarm and rib cage right under your breasts.

I remember my mammograms very clearly. The nurse had my breast nice and tight in an X-ray machine. Moments later, she says, “Mrs. Winters, don’t breathe, don’t move … NOW Breathe… DON’T BREATHE, DON’T MOVE!” The nurse reminds me I am in good hands and this is what she does. She re-adjusts me and again takes my breast in her hand as though she is casually picking up an orange at the grocery store. And once again, the nurse says, “Don’t breathe, Don’t move,” and so on.

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There have been great advancements in women’s breast health. 3D imaging mammograms are the newest incredible technology. These machines require fewer images and provide greater clarity. But we have to do our part, too. I want to encourage all women to be their own advocates. Find doctors you trust and with whom you can communicate openly and honestly.

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Last year at this same time, our friend Josie Exners wrote a powerful column for The Paper. She shared how she found a lump, which led to a double mastectomy, which saved her life. Be swift to contact your doctor if you feel any changes in your breast or anything in your body.

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I want to honor some of our friends who have lost their fight with breast cancer.

Dona Eley and I were friends and counselors and attended church in Alaska together. Dona was diagnosed in 2014 and passed away from metastatic Breast Cancer in January 2024. She shared her journey in an incredible blog that has left an indelible mark on many lives.

Judy Wilson was one of my mother’s best friends throughout her life and her daughter JoQueta was my dear friend. Judy was diagnosed in 1991 with breast cancer and passed away in 2002 from metastatic breast cancer.

Our neighbor Barbara Bates Lee lost her stepdaughter at just 41 to breast cancer. Her stepdaughter was afraid and knew something was not right, but by the time she sought medical help, it was too late. She left behind her husband and two young children. As Barbara said “You CAN survive… If you pay attention!

I also want to honor some of my dear friends who are breast cancer survivors.

Vonda Holbrook and I were high school friends, and I was her maid of honor, Vonda was diagnosed in 2006 at 40 years old when she found her own lump and she had a double mastectomy. Vonda went back to school to become a nurse. Vonda’s mom was diagnosed in 1992 and passed away from metastatic breast cancer in 2000.

Emily Chandler Westergreen, owner of Underground Runway, was just 37 when she discovered she had breast cancer; she too had a double mastectomy. Donna Owens just retired and closed Parlor 34 Hair, but she was 45 and then 60 when she had breast cancer. My neighbor Pat Lincoln was diagnosed 2011 and she found her own lump.

All these women are still cancer-free and a fabulous inspiration to me and so many others.

These are just a few of my dear friends touched by breast cancer. I share their stories to give us all hope and encouragement.

This is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Be aware.

You are not too busy - make the time. Do it for yourself and those you love.

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1. Properly clean and package spring and summer items including garments, linens, and comforters in breathable but fully sealed bags. Resist the temptation to put them in plastic unless there are breathable panels, or the plastic bags are vacuum sealed.

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Downhill Dream: Yamaha’s Soapbox Journey Captured in Award-Winning Film

One of the highlights of the year at Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Company, as far as community involvement goes, is that they have received added exposure thanks to an award-winning short film created to showcase their annual Yamaha Downhill Dreams Academy.

The Yamaha Downhill Dreams Academy and Coweta Grand Prix took place the last two years in April in Newnan, brought together young contestants and Yamaha employees for an unforgettable experience.

Leading up to the race, these young participants benefited greatly from the technical expertise and emotional support provided by Yamaha’s team. The program serves as an engaging way to involve at-risk students in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) activities, with the hope of inspiring them to consider future careers in these fields.

Bob Brown, Vice President of Manufacturing, shared his vision for the initiative: ”It’s important that we get kids interested and engaged in STEM topics at an early age so that we have more great team members able to join us in the future to help us continue to grow and produce these amazing products.”

In 2023, Bleu Lion Media captured the journey of the Downhill Dream, from Yamaha’s Academy to the thrilling soapbox races at the Coweta Grand Prix. Their completed 11-minute film was later submitted for consideration for numerous Telly Awards, which honor excellence in video and television across all platforms.

The film won a total of seven Telly Awards – five silver and two bronze – in categories that included editing, videography, cinematography, branding, and social responsibility. The project was also honored with a Webby Award, which focuses on projects produced for the Internet.

Emily Breault, founder and CEO of Bleu Lion Media as well as the film’s producer, came away with much more than just the satisfaction of winning a few awards.

“What I like about this story, and what we kind of pride ourselves on as a production company, is that we really take on projects that are stories people connect with and that move people,” she said. “We really like emotional storytelling. I think that the way we told this story really connected with a lot of people.”

Bleu Lion Media documents the excitement of the Downhill Dreams Academy at the Coweta Grand Prix, capturing moments that led to an 11-minute film which won multiple Telly Awards.

Breault stressed that this was not a typical corporate branding film.

It showed behind-the-scenes examples of how Yamaha employees connected with the young people above and beyond just building cars with them.

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Yamaha’s Soapbox Journey

“We filmed each workshop and we saw the importance of community outreach for Yamaha, and what giving back means not just for the employees but also for the kids,” she said. “It was about giving them confidence and creating an opportunity to show them that they’re capable of so many things – careers that they might not have even thought of, giving them access to a whole new world.”

Breault noted that for the young people, getting to work with professionals in film production was an opportunity rarely received in their age group.

“Then there’s the sense of accomplishment,” she said. “I think what I love about what I do is that I see it all the time. We create videos, so we see it from start to finish, and the satisfaction of seeing a happy client

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because of the product we created and the story that we told. It’s the same for these kids, seeing their car designs come to life and being able to create them themselves and actually racing down a hill and saying that they had such a blast. It was just really cool to see.”

Virtually every scene involving Yamaha personnel showed how they were affected by working with the young people.

“You could really see their passion and their connection to helping these kids,” said Breault. “Seeing how moved they were really moved me. I really enjoyed seeing them work with the kids and letting them get hands-on.”

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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.

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

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Featured Artist … Sara Greer

+ Thank you Winters Media & Publishing for supporting Local & Live music and the musicians who present the art of songwriting and quality entertainment for our community.

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, her three grown children, enjoying life on Pierce Chapel with husband Warren Barefoot ‘Slim’, Hank the Dog (who also has an ear for music) and Marcy who is all ears when it comes to Live music.

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

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Coweta Samaritan Clinic’s 14th Annual Bluegrass & BBQ • Oct. 27, 4 to 8p.m.

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University of West Georgia Front Lawn: 80 Jackson St., Newnan Leonard Washington Band will provide the Entertainment!

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

Jerry Schutjer is your Host _____________

ANTHONY’S PIZZERIA 107 Stonewall, Fayetteville 770-746-6944 10/2 … Jake Shavers 10/5 … Cowboy Noyz 10/9 … Sam & Coleman 10/11 … 2 Broke Kings 10/16 … Jerry Lucas 10/19 … South Paw 10/23 … Chris Odom _____________

BEACON BREWERY 700 Lincoln Street, LaGrange 706-298-6500 Live music Sundays 1-4 p.m. * Live Music before every Sweetland concert _____________

Check out what Sara Greer’s been up to!

She’s already proven herself as a gifted singer/songwriter and it was only a matter of time before her skills in the studio would shine through.

A native of Newnan, Sara has been staying busy in the studio, working on recording music of all genres. She recently teamed up with up and coming singer-songwriter Jay Pruitt to record his hit single “Unalived,” which has garnered over 100,000 streams on Spotify alone since its release in February. Greer recorded, mixed and mastered the track from her home studio.

Since the massive success, Greer and Pruitt have begun to work on a new song titled “Alone.” The ‘80s and ‘00s pop-inspired track discusses themes surrounding leaving a long-time romantic partner, and the self-empowerment that can come with it if one allows it to.

The track is scheduled to be released this fall. Pruitt is a senior at UWG and resides in Carrollton.

Greer has also recently begun collaborating with singer-songwriter U.S. Bunny of Palmetto. She will be engineering Bunny’s all original EP, “The Man,” which draws musical elements from Latin and indigenous genres.

Senoia native Ziggy O’hare sought out the opportunity to bring on Greer as part of their Magic Spade Media and Entertainment™, based out of Hampton. Greer & Ziggy both attended CEC where Pat Patten was their instructor. Greer says “that’s where I learned everything I know about recording, mixing and mastering.”

Greer is also preparing to do a complete rebrand of her own music, possibly under a new artist name. She continues to work on writing and recording an EP of her own. More details to be released soon.

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 10/3 … Ken Hambree 10/4 … Lerogie 10/10 … Tyler Lowman 10/11 … Trevor Meadows 10/12 … Jack Christopher 10/17 … Cotton Cruz 10/18 … Ron Harlan

10/19 … Russ Gordon 10/24 … Kevin Wallace 10/25 … Martin Weathersby 10/26 … Steven Moore 10/31 … Trevor Meadows _____________

THE BISTRO 26 Carriage Oaks Drive, Tyrone • 678-593-5393 Live music on Wednesdays 7-9 p.m.; Saturdays 8-10 p.m.; Sundays 4-7 p.m.

R&B, Blues, Jazz & Oldies _____________

THE CELLAR / THE BAYS 20 Jefferson Street, Newnan 770-683-6328 Acoustic on Thursdays in The BAYS Live Music Friday and Saturday nights 10/2 … Lerogie 10/3 … Lauren Hunt 10/4 … Chuck X Nick 10/05 … Midnight Satellites 10/9 … Ellis Lowery 10/10 … Melody Kiser 10/11 … The Band One 10/12 … Mary & friends 10/16 … JK Duke 10/17 … Butch Watson 10/18 … 2 ½ Men 10/19 … Doze Guys 10/23 … Kitty Key 10/24 … Cotton Cruz 10/25 … Rylee Banks 10/26 … Pete & Pete 10/30 … D & D _____________

DOCKSIDE MARINA 10234 Lakeview Pkwy, Villa Rica • 678-785-1901 10/4 … Andrew Ashworth 10/5 … David Steen 10/11 …Stephan Sheret 10/12 … Justin Tyne 10/18 … Sam Koon 10/19 … Trey Odom 10/25 … Hunter Flanagan 10/26 … Michael Richardson Halloween party _____________

FREDERICK BROWN AMPHITHEATER The Fred 201 McIntosh Trail, PTC 770.631.0630 10/12 … Men at Work 7:30 p.m. _____________

GEORGIA SHRIMP COMPANY 100 N Peachtree Parkway Peachtree City 770-631-9114 Live Jazz, Soul, & Motown Call ahead for music lineup.

10/13 … Jeanine Duke 1 p.m. _____________

GRAZING HERE 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City • 770-486-2696 10/4 … GP-38 10/5 … THEM 10/11 … The Band 85 10/12 … Limited Edition 10/18 … Dueling Pianos 10/19 … Vintage Vinyl 10/25 … Second Time Around _____________

GREENVILLE STREET PARK LOCAL’S MARKET 51 Greenville St., Newnan on Saturdays 10 a.m.

Free entry, food trucks, LIVE MUSIC , vendors.

NIGHT MARKET 5 p.m. Free entry, vendors, Live Music _____________

HOLLONVILLE OPRY AT TURIN UMC 20 Longstreet Avenue, Turin Every 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month starts at 6:30 pm.

Gospel, Bluegrass & Country Good Music, Good Fellowship 10/5 … Walnut Grove Amber & Dixieland Bluegrass Kirkland & Friends 10/19 … Sassy Grass The Servers Fairlanes _____________

HUMMINGBIRD WINE BAR 240 Glynn St., Fayetteville 770-703-2320 _____________

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Interview Kristin Webb with

Briefly describe yourself and what you do/did.

As CEO of the Coweta Community Foundation, I work to connect individuals and businesses with meaningful causes. My goal is to build partnerships that strengthen Coweta County; while helping local nonprofits access the resources and grants, they need to create lasting community impact.

Best piece of advice you’ve received.

Trust the process, even when you can’t see the outcome.

Your go-to food.

If I had it to do over …

I would have taken more time to celebrate the small wins along the way and taken a few more vacations.

I love to support local restaurants. So, when going out to eat its typically Asian like Garlic or Tomo, while cooking at home its Italian (my son and I love to make homemade pasta).

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

Favorite movies(s)?

Fried Green Tomatoes, Pride & Prejudice or Top Gun series.

Albums: Rumours by Fleetwood Mac, Traveller by Chris Stapleton, The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swift.

Books: Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek, The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, and The Bible.

Dogs or cats?

Tell us one thing about yourself that few people know.

Your favorite quote and why.

I have a genetic disorder called Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, which means I’m literally more flexible than I should be—great for yoga, not so great for joints!

In addition, I’ve caught a striped marlin off the coast of Cabo, who happened to stab me in the leg.

Dogs! There’s nothing better than their unconditional love.

“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Gandhi.

It’s a simple but powerful call to action.

Name an as yet unfulfilled dream.

Someday, I hope to take a year off to travel around the world and learn from different cultures.

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

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

Jimmy Buffett, Nelson Mandela, my late grandma Betty, Princess Diana and Melinda Gates – for their diverse perspectives and wisdom.

I’d love to oversee corporate philanthropy efforts or manage marketing and communications for a company with a heart for the community.

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

I’m incredibly proud of growing the foundation’s reach and impact in the community over the years.

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

Be patient with yourself. Success is a marathon, not a sprint.

OCTOBER 18 - 5-10 PM

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Local & Live Music continued from page 10 HUNTER’S MEXICAN CANTINA 1875 East Main Street, Hogansville • 706-637-9444 Family oriented Mexican cantina & grill with friendly atmosphere & live music.

Call ahead for lineup.

Karaoke nights every Friday and Saturday _____________

LINE CREEK BREWING COMPANY 150 Huddleston Road, PTC 678-545-6024 10/4 … Luke Morgan 10/5 … Oktoberfest with Kraken’s Release The Vinyl Birds 10/11 … Nick Howrey 10/12 … Alyce & Mario 10/18 … Awen Family Band 10/19 … DJ Marcelo 10/25 … Ward Abel _____________

LINE CREEK BREWING BUS BARN 300 City Center Parkway, Fayetteville • 770-731-1641 10/4 … Ward Abel 10/5 … James Michael & the TCC Band 10/12 … II Tone Def 10/18 … Charles Shields 10/19 … Arwen Family Band _____________

LINE CREEK THE RESERVE 18 Savannah Street, Newnan 770-755-6734 10/04 … Ellis Lowery Kraken’s Release Oktoberfest 10/5 … John Hensley Duo 10/11 … Alyce & Marco 10/12 … Awen Family Band 10/19 … James Michael & the TCC Band 10/26 … Savannah Bassett The Venus Kings _____________

THE MAD MEXICAN 2 East Court Square, Newnan 770-683-9545 Great food, live local music.

Call & check schedule or follow on Facebook! _____________

NEWNAN COWETA HISTORY CENTER McRITCHIE HOLLIS MUSEUM Jackson St., 770.251.0207 10/19 & 10/25

Oak Hill Cemetery Tours Oct. 19 and 25 Each ticket includes Live Music, storytellers/guides, guided cemetery tour, candlelight museum tour, coupon for Ellison Bros BBQ _____________

NUTWOOD WINERY 1339 Upper Big Springs Rd., LaGrange 706-882-5296 Family-owned winery & cafe.

Every Friday & Saturday - a local performer in the Tasting Room. Starting around 6 p.m. on Fridays and 2 p.m. on Saturdays. Call for line up. _____________

OLDE COURTHOUSE TAVERN 105 Glynn Street South, Fayetteville GA 30214 678-489-3888 Marvelous Marvin presents Saturday Night Blues on the Southside - 8:30 p.m. the best local and regional blues artists!

10/5 … Skyler Saufley Band 10/12 … Michael Preston Band 10/19 … Amy Jones & Friends 10/26 … Zion Stovall _____________

PIKE BILLIARDS 622 Thomaston St., Zebulon 678-568-8058 10/4 … Kilby Perry 10/1 … Russ Gordon 10/25 … Flint River Revival _____________

PURE LIFE HOUSE OF MUSIC 206 Clark St., LaGrange 706-443-4838 A true listening room featuring hidden treasures & legendary singer/songwriters in an intimate setting.

Shows at 7:30 p.m.

10/5 … Michelle Malone & The Canyonland 7p.m.

10/6 … Shealyn Kite Album Release Party 4 p.m. _____________

RPM FULL SERVICE 15 Jackson Street, Newnan 770-683-1414 Live music & restaurant venue, pet friendly on the patio - call ahead for music lineup. *Every Sunday music on patio *Karaoke every Friday 9 p.m.

RPM 9 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY • Oct. 12, 9 p.m.

Electric Velvet Band performing. Night Market in the Parking lot with dinner specials Lots of Giveaways. _____________

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

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

Friday & Saturday music at 7 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m.

Open Mic Night 7:30 p.m.

Every Thursday Open Mic! 10/3 … Ellis Lowery 10/4 … Turpin Bros 10/5 … The Venus Kings 10/6 … Daniel Toole 10/10 … Open Mic 10/11 … Cowboy Noyz 10/12 … Luke Morgan Band 10/17 … Ellis Lowery 10/18 … Russ Gordon 10/19 … Duncan Bros Band 10/24 … Mandy Chantas 10/25 … The Dirty Truth 10/26 … James & The Georgia Peaches (Halloween) _____________

SKINNY’S 1065 Sullivan Road, Suite F, Newnan 770-683- 5147 Call for full music lineup.

Fridays Karaoke Saturdays Karaoke and Live Music _____________

SOUTHERN ROOTS TAVERN 15 Griffin St., McDonough 678-759-0302 10/11 … Bad Company Experience 10/12 … DefVan Jovi Crue80’s rock 10/18 … Cyndi Lauper Tribute 10/19 … Skynfolks _____________

STUDIO CAFE 461 Sandy Creek Rd., Fayetteville 678.695.6278 Hbstudioocafe.com Sunday Brunch with Live music 11 a.m. to 3 8.m. _____________

SUMMERGROVE GOLF CLUB 335 SummerGrove Parkway, Newnan • 770-251-1800 Friday Night Dinner & Music.

10/4 … Rylee Banks 10/11 … Mostly 80’s 10/18 … Coach _____________

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

Live Music Friday & Saturday Nights.

10/4 … Powers Trio 10/11 … Pippin Group 10/12 … Southern Remedy 10/18 … Runaway Coach 10/19 … Red Dirt Divas, Stil 10/25 … Pocket Fire 10/26 … Red Dirt Divas _____________

Look for Mayhayley’s Grave at ENJOY SENOIA Oct. 26 Moonlight on Merrimac A SOUTHERN GOTHIC MASQUERADE tickets at www.enjoySenoia.com SWEETLAND AMPHITHEATRE 110 Smith St., LaGrange 10/13 … Sara Evans _____________

TIPSY DAISY 132 South Hill St., Griffin 770-450-0856 10/19 … Tipsy Witch Bar Crawl in Downtown Griffin 4 p.m. _____________

TOWERHOUSE FARM BREWERY 18736 Hwy. 85, Gay 470-620-7892 10/18 … Lucas Smith 10/26 … Russ Gordon _____________

THE TROPIKAL BIRD 167 Banks Rd @ Banks Station, Fayetteville.

678-829-3033 SAE Live Jazz FRIDAYS 1 to 3p.m. and 8 to 10 p.m.

RSVP & info 770-837-7067 _____________

THE VILLE 301 Lafayette Ave., Fayetteville 10/4 … Arrested Development w/ Nappy Roots to benefit BLOOM _____________

Check website for updates on these events

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WHIMZICAL CAFE 33 E Broad St., Newnan 770-755-7709 Great Shows start at 7:30 p.m.

10/4 … LADIES OF SONG SESSIONS 7p.m.

Kris Youmans, Melody Kiser, Mary Martin -original songs ‘in the round’ Tickets on Eventbrite 10/18 … Local Stand Up hosted by Newnan Times with Harold 7:30 p.m.

10/19 … Mild Goose Chase 7:30 p.m.

10/25 … Mike Kinnebrew 7:30 p.m. _____________

PICKIN ON THE SQUARE AT MARKET DAY The 1st Saturday of every month! (Around the Newnan Courthouse) Pickin On The Square starts around 10 a.m. and goes until 2 p.m.

It’s 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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Look for Mild Goose Chase at The Whimzical Cafe

Look for Melody Kiser at The Cellar and The Whimzical Cafe.

Look for Michelle Malone at Pure House of Music

Look for Cotton Cruz at Redneck Gourmet’s Below the Neck and The Cellar.

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LOCATIONS

The Around Downtown

Main Street Newnan

6 First Avenue, Newnan, GA 30263 770.253.8283 mainstreetnewnan.com Oktoberfest • Oct. 4, 5 to 10 p.m. cCraft brews from across the state of Georgia. Complimentary refreshments, retail sales specials and other treats Market Day • Oct 5, Nov. 2 • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Over 55 unique spaces, with a variety of one-of-a-kind gift items.

Favorites include: fresh locally grown produce, honey, jams & jellies, pottery, art, hand-woven baskets, leather products, etc.

Spirits & Spice Festival • Oct. 19, 2 to 7 p.m.

Attendees will get their “boos” on by walking the Downtown Spirits Trail and purchasing specialty cocktails at different participating locations, spice things up by tasting numerous types of chilis at the Chili Cook-Off, and have some skele-fun on the Twisted Trolley Tour ride to the Oak Hill Cemetery Tour.

Munchkin Masquerade • Oct. 31, 10 a.m. to Noon Our downtown Trick-or-Treat for the little ones! _______________________________ Check their website frequently for fun things to do! explorenewnancoweta.com _______________________________ ________ _______________________

Local Theatre

24 1st Ave, Newnan • 770-683-6282 N.I.T.W.I.T.S. • Oct. 11 and 12 N.I.T.W.I.T.S. performs between nine and ten shows a year at Newnan Theatre Company. Most of the shows have a theme, which allows the audience to suggest topics, specific locations, or objects, as the players then base a comedy sketch around the suggestions. _______________________________

Southside Theatre Guild

20 W Campbellton St, Fairburn, GA 30213 • 770-969-0956 Misery • Oct. 24-27, 31, Nov. 1-3 Based on the novel by STEPHEN KING “Misery” follows the story of Paul Sheldon, a successful romance novelist who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. Paul awakens to find himself held captive in Annie’s secluded home.

Check their website for the latest … stgplays.com/ _______________________________

The Legacy Theatre The Legacy Theatre

1175 Senoia Rd., Suite C., Tyrone, GA., 30290 Daddy Long Legs • Sept. 13 - Oct. 6 Jerusha Abbott is the “Oldest Orphan in the John Grier Home” until a mysterious benefactor decides to send her to college to be educated as a writer. Required to write him a letter once a month, she is never to know the benefactor’s identity – so she invents one for him: Daddy Long Legs. Although she knows that he will never respond to her letters, she grows more and more fond of this elusive and kindly “old” gentleman. _______________________________

McRitchie-Hollis Museum

74 Jackson St., Newnan • 770.251.0207 newnancowetahistory.com

Oak Hill Cemetery Walking Tours • Oct. 19, 25

Tour Newnan’s Historic Oak Hill Cemetery at dusk on a guided walk of select gravesites. Storytellers and guides captivate guests with lively, engaging tales while dancers, musicians and artists also contribute to this special event that celebrates living, history and the arts. Times start at 5:30 p.m. New tours head out every 20 minutes. Tour Oak Hill Cemetery at dusk with skilled guides in character who take you through to visit some of those who’ve come before us. Also, take in the “History by Candlelight” museum tour. Enjoy live entertainment and food from Ellison Bros. BBQ food truck in the back garden of the museum. Tour lasts approximately 60 to 90 minutes. Wear comfortable shoes!

Questions? Call the museum at 770-251-0207. _______________________________

Newnan Cultural Arts Commission Upcoming events …

Newnan Shakespeare in the Park

Centre for Performing & Visual Arts

1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan, GA 30265

www.thenixoncentre.net 770.254.2787

Shake Baby Shake • October 17, 7 p.m.

Shake Baby Shake is the explosive, retrospective stage show of the golden age of Rock & Roll featuring the award-winning Lance Lipinsky. Preserving the original, authentic sound and combined with high energy showmanship, Lance and his band “The Lovers” explore the melting pot of styles that created pop music’s most innovative decades.

Gentlemen’s Quartet • Oct. 24, 7 p.m.

GQ is a modern, elegant take on some of the most famous classical and popular music the world has ever known.

From Beethoven to John Legend, their one-of-a-kind arrangements fuse multiple genres together in a perfect symphony of sophistication, virtuosity and humor. _______________________________

The Carnegie Library

1 LaGrange Street, Newnan, 770.683.1347 newnancarnegie.com Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday & Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

October 12 at 7 p.m. Greenville Street Park

Exercise Is Medicine, Gentle Yoga and Crochet, Book Club with Lola, Literary Circle Book Club, and more.

The 116th US Army Field Band at Wadsworth • Date TBD

Newnan Carnegie Library Foundation events Thursday, October 3 Lunch & Learn with Kathryn Smith at Noon

Newnan Songwriter’ Festival • Jan. 31, 2025 Atlanta Chamber Players • March 30, 2025

For info on these and other event follow @newnancac

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Author Tracey Enerson Wood with her book Katharine, the Wright Sister at 6:30 p.m.

Some events require reservations and space is limited.

Visit newnancarnegie.com for more events and information. _______________________________

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Abby’s Closets at CEC

Very thankful to share Abby’s Closet is now part of the jewel of the Coweta School System, the CEC (Central Educational Center)!

While the Newnan High School 9th grade class was on site at the CEC during the reconstruction of NHS, we learned students who attend the CEC benefited from the onsite Abby’s Closet housed in Cougar Village. We are so grateful that the CEC requested their own space once NHS students returned to campus.

Thank you to everyone at the CEC for embracing all that Abby’s Closets are and to everyone who generously support Abby’s living legacy.

www.abbysangelsfoundation.org

Psalm 91:11 #1Life1Choice #allforabby

Georgia Bone and Joint offers After Hours Orthopedic Urgent Care along with specialty trained Sports Medicine doctors.

Whether you are a weekend warrior or a high school, college, or professional athlete and suffered an injury, you need to see a doctor with the highest level of training and experience in sports medicine. At Georgia Bone & Joint, our sports medicine doctors take a team approach in helping you return to your favorite sports and activities, working to keep you in the game! Our sports medicine doctors are specialty trained in the treatment and care of sports-related injuries and conditions, such as torn ligaments (ACL and MCL), torn cartilage (meniscus), sprains, fractures and more. We offer both non-operative and operative care options for our patients. At Georgia Bone and Joint, we offer very flexible treatment options including Telemedicine, best-in-class Physical Therapy on campus, as well as our own ambulatory surgical center to serve our patients. Georgia Bone & Joint is proud to be the Sports Medicine provider for our community schools as our doctors have been on the sidelines helping athletes since 1984.

Appointments 770.502.2175 & www.GeorgiaBoneandJoint.org

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Live Music

Senoia Visit enjoysenoia.com for more information.

Look for Kris Youman-Hall’s Local and Live Music column in this issue. tlanta

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Senoia Farmers Market Every Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. @senoiafarmersmarket on Facebook 40 Travis Street, Senoia, GA 30276 Spooky Wine Tasting • Oct. 15 Enjoy a selection of wines from California’s Ghost Wineries, founded in the 19th century, laid to rest due to challenges in the early 20th century, then resurrected by new winemakers. Each wine will be paired with a charcuterie board of meats, cheeses and spooky sweets and ghost tales. _______________________________ ________ _______________________

Senoia Area Historical Society History Museum

Coweta County African American Heritage Museum 92 Farmer St., Newnan info@ccaahm.org 470.414.1647 Look for info on Facebook. _______________

Coweta County Genealogical Society & Library

8 Carmichael St., Newnan Wed. - Fri., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Check Facebook for info _______________

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

Serenbe

9110 Selborne Lane, Suite 210, Chattahoochee Hills serenbefarms.com 6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276 Facebook and Instagram. senoiaareahistory.com Spooky Wine Tasting • Oct. 15 Enjoy a selection of wines from California’s Ghost Wineries, founded in the 19th century, laid to rest due to challenges in the early 20th century, then resurrected by new winemakers.

Each wine will be paired with a charcuterie board of meats, cheeses and spooky sweets and ghost tales.

Check our Facebook page for info on this and other upcoming events! _______________________________ _______________________________

Sharpsburg MARKET

Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. …

Support local vendors and help Team Hungry 105 Main St. Email: sharpsburgmarket@gmail.com; cell 440.724.6774 _______________________________ ________ _______________________

Serenbe Farmers Market

Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1p.m.

Local Farmers, Artisan Vendors.

10640 Serenbe Ln, Palmetto _______________________________ ________ _______________________

Look for other events and updates on these on our website wintersmedia.net, Facebook and our sister publication The Coweta Shopper.

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

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Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater 201 McIntosh Trail, PTC 770.631.0630 Check website and Facebook for 2024 Concert Series. amphitheater.org/ ______________

Chastain Park

140 W Wieuca Rd NW, Atlanta 404.233.2227

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State Farm Arena

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

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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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Outdoors

Chattahoochee Bend State Park 40 Greenway Court, Suite D, Newnan www.southernarcdance.org • 770.683.3724 Check their website and Facebook page for more information on upcoming events and camps. _______________________________

425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan, GA 30263 770.254.7271 www.gastateparks.org/ChattahoocheeBend All About Owls • Oct. 5, 10 a.m. to Noon Bring the kids out for a day of fun and learning about the owls with our Park Naturalist. What is SCAT. Discover what owls eat.

Pellet dissection. Sign up today to reserve your spot.

Limited to 30 people. $5 per person.

Campfire Building Contest • Oct. 12, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Come and join our Park Naturalist as we build 10 campfires. Who can get water to boil the fastest? Learn the tricks to start a fire and keep it burning.Bring your own meal to cook in or on the fire.

Sign up today to reserve your space. Fixin’s for smores will be provided. Limited to 30 people. $7 per person $5 parking.

Wildlife Photography Class • Oct. 19, 1 to 3 p.m.

Come to the Park and bring a camera. Meet with our Naturalist and learn how to take photos of wildlife and nature with your camera or cell phone. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

Bring water. Sigh up today to reserve your spot.

Limited to 20 people. $5 per person.

Family Nature Discovery Day • Oct. 26, 2 to 4 p.m.

Come learn all about Spiders. See what webs that they build and why. Learn about how they hunt and capture their food. Bring the entire family. Wear appropriate clothing. Bring a camera for photos. Sign up today and reserve your spot. Spider webs not included. Limited to 30 people. $5 per person.

Bugs & Slugs Hunt • Oct. 31, 10 a.m. to Noon Join us as we look for those pesky little critters. How many beetles can we find? Let’s find Beetle Bailey!!! How many bugs can you identify? Reserve your space now $5 per person $5 parking.

Trick or Treat at the Park • Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Come trick or treating at the Park. It’s a family affair. Come and judge the best RV camper and the best campsite. See which family dresses up the most. Listen to nature and look for candy. $5 parking. Space is Limited! Please contact park before you go.

Check website and Facebook page for upcoming events!

770.254.7271 • Email chattbend.naturalist@gmail.com. _______________________________ ________ _______________________

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Jess Barron

It Is a Good Time To Buy After much speculation all year, interest rates have finally decreased. The Federal Reserve met and released a statement on September 18th saying they reduced the federal funds rate by a half percentage point. Some analysts expected a quarter point decrease, so half a point was a nice surprise.

Many experts think this is the first of many reductions, so we will need to keep any eye on that.

Mortgage rates typically decrease when the federal funds rate is reduced.

Linda Walden, a local Newnan lender with Fairway Mortgage, spoke at our office this week. Linda said she is currently writing home loans at 5.75%. While that may not be the high two or three percent range of a few years ago, a 5.75% mortgage rate is excellent historically.

FRANK BARRON Associate Broker 770-231-9535

Listing inventory has increased dramatically as well. Buyers have more choices, as far as properties, than they have had in years. At the time that I am writing this article, there are 719 residential listings for sale in Coweta County per the Georgia Multiple Listing System (GAMLS). While still low historically, this is the highest amount I have seen in many years.

Pricing has decreased slightly also. The average sales price in Coweta County, $456,736, was down two percent from August of 2023 to August of 2024 per GAMLS. I expect the price decrease to be larger in September. All the market factors like mortgage rates, listing supply, and pricing are shaping up nicely for buyers. If you have been waiting to purchase, now is a good time to jump back in the real estate market.

Jess Barron is an Associate Broker with Lindsey’s Inc. Realtors and former President of the Newnan-Coweta Board of Realtors.

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Not only are mortgage rates falling and expected to decrease more, but the local real estate market has significantly softened. The last few weeks are the slowest, as far as showings, buyer traffic, and offers, that I have seen all year. We are seeing more price reductions on listings, seller-paid closing costs (especially with new construction), and more open houses to try and generate traffic for sellers. While some of this is seasonal (the real estate market begins to slow down in the fall), the change is more significant than usual this year in my opinion. This is a good thing for a buyer.

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

MLS #10290353 ATTENTION BUILDERS AND DEVELOPERS! Single family home lot in downtown Hogansville! Public water available. 1 mile to I-85 at Exit 28. All underground utilities. $39,900. Frank.

MLS #10356691 PRICE CHANGE RARE OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE OFF THE COURT SQUARE IN DOWNTOWN NEWNAN! Beautifully renovated living space upstairs w/ a stunning kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths & living area w/ Frplc & access to private deck overlooking the court square. Kitchen features an island, ample cabinet space, solidsurface counters, stainless steel appliances. Incredible natural light. Full bath off kitchen & living area. Primary bedroom, w/ spacious walk-in closet. Lovely primary bathroom w/ clawfoot tub & custom separate shower. Beautiful original hardwood floors & masonry walls. Property has 6 total fireplaces. Longtime tenant in place on main level. Downstairs level has 2 half baths. Living on ground floor is possible w/ Central Business District Zoning. Inquire with the City of Newnan. Walk to the restaurants, shops & businesses around downtown Newnan. This property is a must see! Reduced to $795,000. Frank/Jess.

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# PRICE CHANGE MLS 10319042 ZONED GENERAL INDUSTRIAL IN LAGRANGE! 6912+/- sq. ft. of office/warehouse space w/3 roll up doors. Front and rear parking.

Multiple tenant/businesses possible with approval. Additional 30x40 building w/power, roll up door. RV charging pads. Railroad frontage. Large 1.91+/- acre lot. Reduced to $649,900. Jess.

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ATTENTION BUILDERS! FOUR 5 ACRE LOTS IN NORTH COWETA COUNTY! Choice 20.27+/- acres on corner of Walt Carmichael & Rex Hyde Roads in northwest Coweta County.

Ideal for subdivide into 4 lots each over 5 acres. Copy of plan by Neal Spradlin already in file. Will not sell individual lots. Must buy all 20.27+/- acres. $275,000. Frank.

MLS #10375782 ZONED GENERAL COMMERCIAL! 6.673+/- ACRES with paved entrance already in place! In desirable area on US Hwy 29 North of Newnan. $499,900. Frank/Chip

ENJOY THE VIEW OF BEAUTIFUL LAKE REDWINE from the spacious rocking chair front porch of this 4-Sided brick Cape Cod home. Features a Vaulted Family Room with fireplace and builtin bookcase. Formal Dining Area. Fully equipped Kitchen with Breakfast Area. 3BR, 2 1/2BA w/Master Suite on Main Level. Hardwood floors on main and tile in baths and laundry room. Partially finished full basement has billiards room, game room, and entertainment area, plus large unfinished space for storage. Finished Bonus room above double garage and lots of extras! Great opportunity in coveted area of Lake Redwine! $639,900. Frank/Jess.

MLS #10370994 FANTASTIC RECENTLY RENOVATED 4 SIDED BRICK HOME IN WOODLAND ACRES! Kitchen has Granite, subway tile backsplash, SS appl & oak hardwood flooring. Family Room w/ fireplace & builtins! Dining Room & Office. Primary Bedroom on main has walk-in closet w/ laundry room combo, and secondary closet. Primary bath w/granite vanities & tiled shower w/frameless door. Guest room on main with LVP hardwood flooring, walk-in closet. Tiled guest bath in hall. 2 guest rooms upstairs w/adjoining bath. Vaulted screened porch overlooks lg backyard. 12x16 outbuilding. Walk to Historic Downtown Newnan!! $615,000. Tom/Jess

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WELCOME TO ROSE HILL CIRCA 1850. Unique Historic Greek Revival Home on 7+/- secluded wooded acres. Four over four central hall floor plan. This private retreat features Formal Living Room, Library or Family Room, Formal Dining, Primary bedroom and bath on main level. Remodeled kitchen. Primary bathroom has claw foot tub and separate tile shower. Upper floor has 3 bedrooms and one bath. Home was carefully restored to preserve the architectural details including original wide plank hardwood flooring. Exterior features wrap around porch, rear deck, Formal Garden, Gazebo and carriage house. This is an opportunity to own a piece of history. Ideal for a weekend retreat or rural retreat/escape from the city. Shown by appointment only. Pre-qualification letter or proof of funds required. $495,000. Jess.

MLS #10353014 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH BRICK RANCH on spacious 1.37 +/acre lot with 2 outbuildings. Large living area w/big stone fireplace. Country kitchen with wooden cabinets. $225,000. Jess.

MLS #10296913 SPACIOUS 5 BR/4BA HOME IN CHOICE NORTH NEWNAN Location with excellent schools. Hardwood floors, high ceilings, floor to ceiling stone fireplace, built-in bookshelves and cabinets, ample daylight, open floor plan, fenced backyard on a one-acre lot. Kitchen has large granite island, SS appliances, breakfast area, breakfast bar, coffee nook, and opens up to a big living room with 20 ft ceiling and ten windows. Separate dining room with LD! or playroom, two story wainscotting and coffered ceiling, office/den LD! SO SO foyer. One bedroom and bath on the main level. Spacious primary bedroom upstairs with reading area/den, tray ceiling, garden tub, tiled shower, walk-in closet. Big secondary bedrooms and bathrooms. Updated vanities. Large, private concrete patio with brick firepit. Easy access to Hartsfield Jackson International airport and CFA headquarters. This home is a must see! $614,900. Jess.

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The Film Fix … Streaming Edition

with Jonathan W. Hickman

Capsule Reviews … New 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/ Jonathan W. Hickman is an entertainment attorney, filmmaker, college professor, and novelist.

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In Theaters: Transformers One (now playing) – l Fix Rating 7/10 – By returning the transforming robots to their animated roots, fans get a family-friendly and emotionally gratifying outing in “Transformers One.” While just cutesy enough for the little ones and smart enough to pull in parents, this installment is more than meets the eye.

In “Transformers One,” we meet two miner bots, Orion Pax (voice of Chris Hemsworth) and D-16 (voiced by Brian Tyree Henry), who live deep within the troubled planet known as Cybertron. These two pals spend their days dangerously mining for the super fuel Energon.

Wolfs (now playing) – l Fix Rating 7/10 – The irresistible teaming of Brad Pitt and George Clooney makes this a must-see. And the fun concept should make it a franchise. In “Wolfs,” Pitt and Clooney play two lone wolves who take care of the aftermath of gruesome crimes and make all traces disappear. But in a humorous coincidence,

They long to be something more than just miners, but we learn that, unlike the leaders of their planet, Orion and D-16 were born without the ability to transform. When Orion signs them up for a race against more robust robots who can transform, they go on a journey of discovery that might change the face of their planet.

This pleasant film builds a credible origin story for Optimist Prime, Megatron, and others. And while it starts with juvenile jokiness, the narrative tightens emotionally with an impressive conclusion that might leave fans with a sizable lump in their collective throats.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (now playing) – l Fix Rating 7/10 – Director Tim Burton returns to the weird and wacky world of the freelance bio-exorcist known as Betelgeuse. And Burton brings back Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara. Fans flocked to this sequel to the 1988 hit film, as the movie has amassed sizable box office returns.

But while most will find it amusing, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” is about as clever as its squared title, with a story that picks up some 35 years after the original. Lydia Deetz (Winona Ryder) now hosts a ghost-hunting television series. And as she introduces the latest episode, Lydia notices glimpses of Betelgeuse, aka Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton), lurking within the live studio audience. Shaken, she abruptly ends the taping, much to the dismay of her smarmy producer and love interest, Rory (Justin Theroux).

When her mother, Delia (O’Hara), informs Lydia that a shark has eaten her father, she must return to the town of Winter River, Connecticut, to put his body to rest. Of course, ghosts follow Lydia wherever she goes, which irks her jaded daughter Astrid (“Wednesday” star Jenna Ortega). Could their family healing require a visit from that Beetle guy?

Ultimately, Burton and his team of writers aren’t confident that a reunion of the Deetz women with the Juice is enough, and they lard up their film with unpleasant and unnecessary subplots. Unlike the somewhat family-friendly original, we get a gruesome sequence involving a baby that may prove to be too much for younger viewers.

But in that sequence, there was promise of a much darker and more engaging narrative than the one we’re given in this nostalgic bit of slapdashery.

Streaming Selects: Woman of the Hour (October 18) – Actress Anna Kendrick (Oscar-nominated for “Up in the Air”) makes her directing debut with this story of a woman (played by Kendrick) who just happens to be matched with a serial killer on a TV dating show. The film is based on the true story of “The Dating Game” contestant Cheryl Bradshaw, who almost went on a date with Rodney Alcala. In the late 1970s, Alcala, a serial killer, was convicted of murdering five women; he was suspected in many other killings, as well. This movie was well-reviewed on the festival circuit.

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the two cleaners who only work alone must find a way to collaborate.

“Wolfs” isn’t a classic, and I hope the next outing that’s already been greenlit by Apple goes deeper into their budding bromance. Just watching Pitt and Clooney have fun will only take viewers so far; round two will have to make us feel something more about this magical movie-star combination.

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Salem’s Lot (October 3) — “Salem’s Lot” is one of my favorite Stephen King novels, but it’s struggled to get a great movie or series adaptation in the past. However, as King’s work gathers momentum on the big and small screen, fans can take heart that the translation might capture the emotional depth of the source material.

“Salem’s Lot” is about a writer named Ben Mears (Lewis Pullman) who returns to the town of Jerusalem’s Lot to discover that it is in the clutches of an ancient vampire. The cast is deep with “Game of Thrones” star Pilou Asbæk, Bill Camp, Alfre Woodard, and others. This “Lot” is written and directed by Gary Dauberman, who wrote the terrific “It” film and directed 2019’s “Annabelle Comes Home.”

2025 Citizen Nominations Open

of the Year

October 1

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.

Agatha All Along (new episodes every Wednesday) – l Fix Rating 7/10 – Kathryn Hahn plays the title witch in this spooky, maybe not scary, MCU adventure. “Agatha” is a spinoff of the Disney series “WandaVision” that premiered way back in 2021.

As the title spellcaster, Hahn is terrific, and the surrounding cast is equally entertaining and infectious. Agatha’s familiar is a teen played by fresh-faced newcomer Joe Locke, and the two have a wholesome mother/son thing going while also hinting at the dark aspects of the witch’s personality.

Aubrey Plaza makes an excellent foil to Agatha, as the two sarcastic actresses complement one another while leaving room for contrast.

Patti LuPone plays one of the makeshift coven members, rounded out by Sasheer Zamata, Debra Jo Rupp, and Ali Ahn. This all-women team is formidable, and the first two entries provide enough foundation to keep me coming back.

Theaterical Teasers: l Joker: Folie á Deux (October 4) — Director Todd Phillips (see

The nomination forms and applications will be available on the Newnan Coweta Chamber website, https://www.newnancowetachamber.org.

Guidelines for selecting the nominee include:  The nominee should live in Coweta County, and his/her activities should be centered in Coweta County and the surrounding area.  Consideration will be given to those who demonstrate leadership and performance in multiple areas of community service over a period

of years.  The nominee may be an individual from any walk of life, and there are no requirements or restrictions relating to gender, age, race, religion

or ethnic background.

The ceremony and announcement of the winner will be held January 30, 2025 at the Newnan Centre, located at 1515 Lower Fayetteville Road, Newnan.

The prestigious event is sponsored by the Kiwanis Clubs of Coweta County.

Contact Nancy Walden nkwalden@gmail.com for more info.

“Old School”) struck box office gold in 2019 with his unique and dour origin story of one of DC’s most memorable villains. The magic of that film was Joaquin Phoenix’s Oscar-winning turn as the hapless Arthur Fleck, who becomes the Joker. This time around, Phillips ups the stakes and the budget as the Joker goes on trial for his crimes committed in the first movie. And the Clown Prince of Crime might find true love as Lady Gaga plays the Joker’s devoted partner, Lee Quinzel. Word is that this dark, comedic comic book adaptation is also a musical.

l The Apprentice (October 11) — This 1970s and 1980s set mov-

ie about a young Donald Trump and his relationship with lawyer Roy Cohn almost wasn’t released. But the film is finally finding its way into theaters despite efforts to keep it hidden away. Sebastian Stan (MCU’s Winter Soldier) plays Trump, and Jeremy Strong (see “Succession”) is Cohn in this based on a true story drama from director Ali Abbasi (see “Border” and “The Last of Us” series).

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l Saturday Night (October 11) — Buzz is strong for this one.

“Saturday Night” tells the story of the first episode of Saturday Night Live that aired on October 11, 1975. All the SNL legends are portrayed with Dylan O’Brien looking uncannily like Dan Aykroyd and Cory Michael Smith making a good Chevy Chase in the trailers. The film is directed by Jason Reitman (see “Juno”), who should have a good feel for the uproarious material that depicts the chaos leading up to the premiere.

l Terrifier 3 (October 11) — Writer/director Damien Leone made

quite a splash with the first two “Terrifier” films that were made on a meager budget but became massive hits. Part of his success was creating Art the Clown (David Howard Thornton), this generation’s Freddy Krueger. And with this third installment, Art plies his bloody killing craft on Christmas Eve.

l Venom: The Last Dance (October 25) — In this third and like-

ly final “Venom” film, Tom Hardy winds down his stint as journalist Eddie Brock, inhabited by the alien Venom. The 2018 film didn’t impress me, but audiences embraced it, leading to the 2021 sequel that was much improved. Building on the second movie’s success, the trailers tease a bigger narrative, with Eddie and Venom on the run in different time periods. Expect Venom to bite off the heads of the bad guys and Eddie to be none too happy about it.

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Coweta FORCE’s Annual Ride for Recovery Raises $ 20,000+ for Addiction Recovery

Hundreds of motorcyle riders, volunteers and friends helped raise more than $20,000 for Coweta FORCE, one of the area’s largest addiction recovery organizations.

“Each year, we continue to surpass our goals, and we are beyond grateful for the love and support we receive from our amazing community,” the group said on their Facebook page.

A key founder of the annual ride was Wayne Stewart, who struggled with drugs for years and ended up in prison. He was ordered by the county’s Accountability Courts to come up with a community event that would help raise funds for worthwhile organizations.

From there, the annual Ride for Recovery was born, with proceeds going to Coweta FORCE. “I am a person in recovery from substance abuse and it is imperative that I remain clean and sober,” Stewart said. “This is a way for me to give back and to help others in substance abuse.

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Wayne Stewart and his wife, Melissa, at thr first Ride for Recovery.

Check out the Coweta FORCE Facebook page for great photos from the event.

“We are honored to host this event and couldn’t do it without the support of our community partners and everyone who comes together to make a difference. Your continued dedication helps us move closer to recovery for all!,” said Coweta F.O.R.C.E. in a Facebook post.

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Visit Coweta F.O.R.C.E Facebook or website cowetaforce.org to learn more.

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Meet the Latest Oncology Leaders at City of Hope Cancer Center Atlanta At City of Hope Cancer Center Atlanta, experts provide integrative cancer care services that unite scientific discovery, clinical ingenuity and unparalleled compassion to conquer cancer for people everywhere. In Georgia, that means expanding access to leading-edge care and treatment options under the supervision of top oncologists with expertise in all areas and stages of the cancer journey – surgery, radiation, chemotherapy and beyond. Meet the oncology experts who joined City of Hope over the past year: Dr. Kristin Higgins is their chief clinical officer and radiation oncologist with over 15 years of experience, including an extensive background in the design and implementation of clinical trials for lung cancer. She has authored over 100 peer-reviewed manuscripts and co-chaired the 2021 World Conference on Lung Cancer. Serving as the top clinical leader for the Atlanta cancer center, Dr. Higgins is developing new, high-quality treatment programs and expanding access to clinical trials while utilizing her expertise to serve patients.

Dr. Shady Eldaif serves as the director of Thoracic Oncology and practices as a thoracic surgeon. A highly experienced thoracic surgeon, he is specialized in minimally invasive thoracic surgery utilizing state-of-the-art technology and has performed more than 1,600 complex robotic surgeries to date. As their leader of Thoracic Oncology, Dr. Eldaif oversees a team of thoracic cancer specialists treating a wide range of conditions affecting the esophagus and chest.

Dr. Leslie Popplewell leads as medical director of the cancer center’s Hematology and Blood and Marrow Transplant department and serves as a hematologist and principal investigator for several lymphoma therapy clinical trials. Dr. Popplewell joined the Atlanta location to launch the Blood Cancer Center after serving over 20 years at City of Hope’s main campus in Duarte, California leading the Division of Lymphoma, Department of Hematology & Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation and serving as associate medical director of the Judy & Bernard Briskin Center for Clinical Research.

Dr. Sabarish Ayyappan serves as medical director of Hematologic Malignancies and leads the hematologic malignancies program. Together with Dr. Popplewell, he helped establish the bone marrow transplant (BMT) program and Blood Cancer Center at City of Hope Atlanta. Dr. Ayyappan amassed over two decades of experience, accolades and awards in the treatment and research of blood cancers and now offers his services to patients in Georgia alongside a specialty team of hematology, BMT and cell therapy experts.

City of Hope Atlanta’s team consists of oncologists specializing in a wide range of disease types; hundreds of Magnet®-certified oncology nurses in our clinic, inpatient, surgery and ICU departments; and supportive care specialists — nutritionists, mental health professionals, physical therapists and beyond — focused on quality of life during and after treatment. If you or a loved one are seeking cancer screening or treatment, learn more at cityofhope.org/locations/Atlanta or contact City of Hope at 855-939-HOPE.

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Featured Joint …

Everyone has their “go-to” place to eat. It might be with linen tablecloths and waiters in ties, or where you throw peanuts on the floor and carve your initials in the wooden tables. Whatever and wherever, it’s your “joint.” This month’s featured joint is …

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“Eclectic” is defined as “deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.”

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If you find a joint that serves sushi-grade tuna bowls, brisket hamburgers, and chicken quesadillas, let’s agree we have nailed “eclectic” down. Or as they like to say, “This is Where Bowls, Tacos, & Fries Come Together!!”

Tomatoes, Fruits, Veggies, Plants Fall season is in full swing at The Veggie Patch.

Pumpkin and produce … a variety of ghords, cornstalks, hay bales, mum, flowers and more!

We got it all y’all!

Fresh Georgia grown blackberries, blueberries and strawberries!

Peaches, Green Plums!

Melons… all varieties and a new favorite: Princess Diamond C and Athena cantaloupes!

Teriyaki Tofu and Salmon Bowl

Quesadillas and Fries with Garlic Aioli Sauce

Welcome to 360 Taste, located in the SummerGrove subdivision, where Chef Kyle Mayes holds sway. If the name 360 Taste rings a bell, that’s because you’ve probably seen their food truck (IG @360foodtruck) of the same name around town. They now split their time between the food truck and the restaurant.

For foodies, Mayes studied under Chef Lance Jeffries Jr., who has served as executive chef at several area locations and is now running all things food-related at the Newnan Country Club.

Back to 360 Taste. This is the type of restaurant where you go, “I can’t wait to come back and try …” And we will say it now. Their french fries - served with a garlic aioli sauce - may be the best in the county, heck, The South.

One secret we are happy to share is to check out their Instagram page @360.taste, where Chef posts each day’s special. Things like: naw, you gotta go check it out.

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Take and bake casseroles, homemade fresh baked breads, sausage, Amish butter, boiled peanuts, much more. Stop by!

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JOINTS

Everyone has their “go-to” place to eat. It might be with linen tablecloths and waiters in ties, or where you throw peanuts on the floor and carve your initials in the wooden tables. 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. Here’s a partial list. Visit our website for more!

Apollo 2 Steaks … 770.667.4811, 33 1/2 Broad St., Newnan apollossteaks.com Authentic Philly cheesesteaks, cheesecake and more!

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.

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.

The Cozy Bistro … 678-633-5031 thecozybistro.com 300 Bullsboro Dr A, Newnan - a new Vietnamese restaurant serving Pho, the ultimate Vietnamese meat and rice noodle soup, crispy egg rolls, Spicy Lemongrass Chicken Rice, Chicken Curry.

Dunc’s BBQ Kitchen … 678-673-6644, 98 Jackson St., 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.

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

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

Goldens on the Square … 770.251.4300, 9 East Court Square, Newnan, GA 30263.

The menu changes daily but there are always several meat/fish offerings, vegetables, salads and desserts.

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

The Half Shell … 770.502.9911 • 1690 Hwy. 34 East, Newnan Hot dogs and oysters. Hey, it’s an Alabama thing. Onion rings, fried mushrooms are a secret hit. And don’t forget the crawfish.

Hemrick’s Grocery, Deli & Cafe … 770.253.6667, 10 Franklin Road, Newnan • Open 24 hours.

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

Japaneck Frank Hibachi Cuisine … 30 Main St., Suite C, Senoia • 678.621.4202 This joint is all about something different. Different foods, different cooking styles, sushi, hibachi … different. Think flat tops, shrimp, steak, salmon, grilled veggies, ginger sauce, the perfect fried rice and more ... japaneckfranksnenoia.com JR’s BBQ … 404.391.3846 • 191 Pine Road, Newnan He’s located on the side of the road in a little trailer. The smoker is outside. Just go ahead and stop for a BBQ sandwich and you will be hooked.

The Mad Mexican … 770.683.9545 • 2 East Court Square. Southern BBQ meets Mexican tacos.

A unique take on Mexican dishes - burritos, quesadillas, nachos - with that Southern flair.

She Craft Company … 678.884.6323, 929 Senoia Rd, Tyrone The chef calls it “Asian Confusion.” We call it fun and unique. A Korean/Chinese/Southern place - grilled brussel sprouts, meat Bulgogi sliders.

Sprayberry’s Barbeque … 770.253.4421, 229 Jackson St., Newnan. Everyone, everyone has eaten at Sprayberry’s. And that includes vice presidents, senators and a slew of others. One of the oldest businesses in Coweta County, for many, it is their go-to spot.

Town and Country … 770.251.8070, 8 Franklin Rd, Newnan Their slogan is “Come back to the country.” And that’s what you get. Homestyle breakfast, lunch and dinner. Just good food without all the bells and whistles. Probably the nicest waitresses around as well.

Windy Hill Family Farms 1011 Rock House Road, Senoia, Georgia, 30276 This fourth-generation local dairy farm is creating a name for itself in the beef business. It is one of our favorite “go-to” places for quality beef at a reasonable price.

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The

Bookmark

with Susan Crutchfield Newnan Carnegie Library

You can’t talk about fall books without having a book about witches I LOVED this witchy and supernatural tale.

I really appreciate a book where all the magic is out in the open because magical secrecy can feel like a tired plot line. Violet and Linc are a delightful couple, and I liked all the supporting characters in this book as well.

Great Expectations by Charles Dickens I would be remiss if I didn’t discuss my favorite classic book. I read this one every three to four years. I usually start it in the fall and read through the winter. I see something new every time I read this book.

I still remember the first time I was introduced to this book. I was six or seven years old, and my grandma got me a big box of these condensed, illustrated, chunky books for kids. Pip has a very unhappy life as he struggles to find a higher place in the world. He is constantly fighting against his better nature. I love this book so much!

I hope you make it to the Carnegie this fall to check out some of these wonderful books. Also, make sure to visit our website to see all the wonderful programs and events we have this fall! www.newnancarnegie.com

Fall is my favorite time of year! The weather is crisp, beautiful and things start getting cozy. It is also perfect reading weather My favorite fall activity is to sit in front of a bonfire with a delicious cup of tea or hot chocolate.

Susan Crutchfield is the director of the Carnegie Library in Historic Downtown Newnan. She also is a professional photographer and enjoys volunteering with the Newnan ArtRez and the Newnan Theatre Company. 

These are some of my fall book recommendations.

The Bookmark is sponsored by Coweta Public Library System

Ready or Not by Cara Bastone First, the cover of this book is so beautiful with the fall vibes. This is a romance book that also deals a lot with family issues. It is a moving story of a young woman who becomes unexpectedly pregnant and the found family who rallies around her.

Warm Hands of Ghosts by Katherine Arden I would describe this book as historical fiction with magical realism. This book is set during World War I. We have so many World War II books, so I try to seek out books from the First War. I like how this switched back and forth between the brother and sister point of view. This was a grimy war-torn world with the magical/ ghostly elements fitting in well. This was a beautifully written book.

Funny Feelings by Tarah DeWitt This is another book that has a terrific fall cover. This book is set in the world of standup comedy. It is about a comedian, Farley, and her manager, Meyer. This was a delightful book. I loved how Farley and Meyer’s story was set in the world of comedy. I think the author did a great job with not including too much of the comedy set but just enough information, so we see Farley is funny. Sometimes authors make the mistake of including too many comedy routines that are not funny. I loved the slow burn and the friendship.

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

You can help. Join us for our big fundraiser …

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Sharing Keris’ passion for the arts … 4 the Arts Program September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. One of the ways we GO GOLD is by delivering art boxes to local elementary schools.

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Although U.S. deaths associated with breast cancer continue to decline, more can still be done to increase early detection and survival rates. Mammography is the best way to screen for breast cancer, checking for the disease before symptoms appear. A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast that can detect abnormalities in the breast tissue.

Regular mammography screening has been shown to lower the risk of dying from breast cancer. The National Comprehensive Cancer Network recommends routine mammograms for women starting at age 40. Women are encouraged to speak with their primary care physician about their risk factors, as well as to determine the right time for them to start getting mammograms.

offer breast ultrasound along with ultrasound guided biopsy and bone densitometry.

Screening mammography exams remain the gold standard for breast examination.

For patients who do learn they have breast cancer and require treatment, Piedmont Newnan has a medical oncologist, Windy Dean-Colomb, M.D., breast surgeons, an on-site infusion center, and a nurse navigator

dedicated to helping breast cancer patients.

Although no screening test is 100% effective, the combination of routine self-breast exams, an annual clinical breast exam, and mammography have been shown to be very effective means of screening for breast cancer.

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The American College of Radiology (ACR) guidelines recommend a baseline mammogram at the age of 40 and a yearly screening afterwards for women of average risk.

Empower yourself and book your mammogram today at piedmontmammo.org or schedule on the Piedmont MyChart patient portal.

Mammogram technology has greatly improved, and the Piedmont Newnan Hospital imaging centers are is recognized

by The American College of Radiology as a Breast Imaging Centers of Excellence.

The Faye Hendrix-Ware Breast Health Center (BHC) and Piedmont Outpatient Center (POC) at Piedmont Newnan both offer the latest in breast imaging, including tomosynthesis 3-dimensional (3D) breast imaging and breast biopsy. Tomosynthesis 3-dimensional breast imaging produces a series of contiguous, thin slices of breast tissue allowing doctors to examine breast tissue one layer at a time. The centers also About Piedmont

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Out & About

with Katie Anderson

Helping students to be successful in our community helps our community to be successful. While schools have great challenges in 2024, the good news is that Coweta has a local nonprofit to help provide extra support.

ELEVATE:

Their name is ELEVATE Coweta Students. Starting in 1993 as Communities in School, the mission has always been to empower students to stay in school and achieve success in life. In January 2020, the name changed to ELEVATE Coweta Students.

Executive Director Kevin Barbee sees different needs for each unique student, but for many students, the needs are mental/ emotional, as well as physical needs like food, clothing, hygiene products, and school supplies. ELEVATE has staff on campus at Ruth Hill Elementary, Welch Elementary, Smokey Road Middle School, East Coweta High School, and Newnan High School, which helps them identify and respond to needs immediately.

Today, there are around 200 mentors in 28 schools. Full disclosure – I am one of them. Serving in this capacity has given me great joy and purpose. I always look forward to my weekly, 30-minute sessions with my fourth grade mentee.

Coweta schools always need mentors, especially male mentors, and the experience truly benefits all parties involved.

Ruth Hill Site Coordinator Cristal Malinofski and school counselor Laura Orozco-Perry work closely with mentors and their student mentees. “Mentors ensure that their mentees have someone in their corner supporting them as they navigate through life. In an environment where stability is not common, our mentors are providing consistency week after week, year after year,” Malinofski and Orozco-Perry said in a joint statement.

“Our [on-campus] rooms provide a safe, quiet, and welcoming environment to provide much needed services. Our rooms are a place that students can come to make up assignments, catch up on homework, or a place to decompress. We have many group programs as well. Our grade-level transition program works with 5th and 8th grade students to help them transition to middle and high school,” said Barbee.

Presently, they have seven site coordinators at five schools, and serve over 2,000 students. In 2017, they took over the school system’s mentoring program with 40 volunteers in 14 schools.

Jessika Allen, counselor at Atkinson Elementary School, also commented on her experience with ELEVATE mentors: “One of our new students that came from another school in the county had a mentor. She moved schools and didn’t know if she would ever have her mentor again. Through working together with the ELEVATE program, we were able to make sure we reconnected the mentees that moved with their previous mentor that they already had a connection with.

“When the student saw her mentor at her new school, she bolted to the door as soon as she saw her, let out the happiest squeal, and gave her mentor the biggest hug! The two were so excited to see each other after the summer break and after moving to a new school. This showed me how strong the connections are between mentors and mentees through this program.”

If you would like to volunteer with ELEVATE or donate to their mission, please visit their website at elevatecowetastudents. org. If you know of a student in need of help, please contact the organization via their website, or through a school counselor, teacher, or administrator.

Uplifting Coweta, One Student at a Time

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