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2026 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair’s Mega Pass Available Now an Unlimited Ride Armband for only $30. That is a savings of $15 on Fridays and Saturdays when considering Gate Admission is $10 and Ride Armbands are $35. It’s also a savings of $10 on Sundays through Thursdays when Gate Admission is $10 and Ride Armbands are $30.

Mega Passes must be purchased BEFORE the fair.

From Staff Reports The 2026 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair is set for September 24 - October 4 at the Coweta County Fairgrounds and Conference Center. Eleven days of fun with games, rides, foods, entertainment, individual exhibits, animal and livestock exhibits, art exhibits, and more.

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

Parking is free. Armbands are $35. Mega Passes are just $30 and are available online and in person.

The Mega Pass gives Coweta County Fair attendees an Unlimited Ride Armband to be used once any day during the fair. Mega Pass Recipients will receive both Gate Admission and

In Person Mega Pass Sales end Wednesday, September 23 at 5pm; Online sales end at midnight Wednesday, September 23.

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

In-person sales are available at these locations: • Arnall Grocery Company 32 East Washington Street, Newnan • Coweta County Extension/4-H 255 Pine Road, Newnan • Keith Ross Insurance Agency 41 Farmer Street #103, Newnan • Summit Family YMCA 1765 Highway 34 East, Newnan For more info, visit cowetacountyfair.net. 

Look for more information in the September issues of

THE PAPER and The Coweta Shopper.

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with Corby Carlin Winters

(Corby is known to many as the Little Black Dress and The Paper Girl. She has a passion for fashion and home decor and is crazy about fabulous shoes and anything in leopard print. She is a trained counselor and loves writing, ministering, speaking and offering businesses growth coaching. She treasures spending time with good friends, Winters and the Sons of Thunder.)

For fun I sometimes post a photo of one of my Barbies describing my state of mind. The last four weeks have been quite challenging and there were several particularly hard days. So this picture of Barbie pretty much says it all about the last few week…

Life can just be hard and it was time for some changes, so I did.

Now? I am doing much better. So this Barbie photo is a better description of how I am now. Three weeks later, I am doing much better.

So, what does Barbie have to do with this column you ask? Well, we go way back. When I was child my mom had a custom Barbie house made for me. Three stories tall, six rooms and a huge bonus room on the top level.

It opens on both sides so I could see my friends when we were playing.

My mom held onto it as I moved all over the country.

Then it was decision time. My parents went into a nursing home and there was no question that the doll house was coming to Georgia. The Barbies and their clothes and furniture. The doll house is 4 feet tall and 4 long and it is fabulous. Since I have The Three SONs it made no sense to John Winters to keep it. But his infamous line is, “Corby, your are going to do what you are gonna do.” So I kept it!

One of the last Barbies I purchased was in a box. Barbie was never made for a box. If you saw the Barbie movie there is a scene where Barbie is in the real world and Mattel tries to get Barbie back in the box. As they tighten the wires to hold her hands she comes flying out of that box.

She knows she was not meant to be in a box.

The Barbie movie had a very deep underlying theme. It was really a powerful story line. Maybe that is the counselor in me. Most importantly, Barbie wasn’t made to be in box, YOU were not made to be in a box and I know I was not made for one either, Frankly, none of us are.

It was a gift from my mom that I will treasure forever and any little girls who want to play with the house and Barbies are free to come over. The doll house is in desperate need of a remodel. It has a Brady Bunch 70s vibe. So a redesign is in the near future.

The youngest SON of Thunder is in love with a beautiful, lovely, smart young woman and she is the love of his life and we love her too. She came over for my birthday to celebrate and she said to me “You are like Barbie.” You think I am like Barbie? She said “Oh yes with such enthusiasm. You can do anything just like Barbie.”

I got tears in my eyes and my heart was full. Then she gave me my Barbie Birthday card and she wrote, “Happy Birthday to the most influential Barbie I have ever met. You are so loved.” (when I read this it still makes me tear up) Have you ever felt that someone has put you in a box? Well being stereotyped is the same as being put in a box. So just as I freed all my Barbies from their boxes I hope you will be freed from the confines of how others perceive you. Just as so many have judged Barbie, you may have been judged by people too. They may have you all wrong just because they look only at the outside of you. Barbie was created out of love and so were we.

I treasure in my heart the beautiful memories made with my mom and girlfriends through the years. I loved hanging out with Barbie and yes, Skipper and Ken. So whether you like Barbie or not, Barbie can pretty much do anything, from being a flight attendant, a doctor, a veterinarian, a nurse, a reporter, a pilot, a hockey player, astronaut, president, a homemaker, and so much more.

I know there were complaints about Barbie. Some women felt she made girls feel inadequate, but that was never the creator’s intention. Barbie changed everything for so many young girls like me. She is an independent woman, and she has a career, money, her own house, and car.

Just don’t let the blond hair, the clothes and the pink convertible fool you. Look beyond the surface. People and Barbie really can teach us about life, love and success. Whether in the real world or Barbieland.

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Notes from Perry Street

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

Decades ago, the Peter Principle appeared.

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

I recently reached that level of incompetence with automobiles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

No.

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

Lesson 1 learned.

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

Lesson 2 learned.

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

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

No, I do not.

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

Until next time.

Staff

John

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The Sunrise on the Square Labor Day Road Race will take place September 5 at 8am. The race begins in downtown Newnan and spans through “The City of Homes.” Runners and walkers of all skill levels are welcome. The race features a 5k USATF certified course (chipped timing), where runners will enjoy the diversity of terrain, including: long flat stretches, downhill, and uphill sections. Chip timing is able to precisely measure your race results by registering your race chip as you run across timing mats located throughout the race course. Your individual clock starts as soon as you pass over the mats located at the starting line, and likewise ends as you cross the mats at the finish line. Runners may pick up their race day packets in advance on Friday, September 4, from 10am-6pm at Dragonfly Running Co. Runners may also pick up their race day packets before the event begins on Saturday, September 5. www.mainstreetnewnan.com.

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Zen Monkey’s News and Musings …

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

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

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

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

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

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

Piedmont Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Stroke and Diabetes Care

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

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

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Greg Shinkle Named Coweta County Fire Chief Shinkle, a veteran firefighter with nearly 35 years of experience in the field, has served as Deputy Fire Chief of Coweta County Fire Rescue since June 2022. Previously, he worked for the Atlanta Fire Department, rising through the ranks and serving as Supervisor of Special Operations and Chief of Training. During his career, he was also one of Coweta County’s first part-time firefighters until the spring of 2016. Additionally, Shinkle has worked as a paramedic in the movie industry.

“Chief Shinkle’s extensive experience in the fire service gives us great confidence that he will lead Coweta County Fire Rescue with integrity, respect, and a commitment to excellence,” said County Administrator Michael Fouts. “We are excited to see the accomplishments he will achieve in the years to ahead as he supports the dedicated members of the fire rescue department who tirelessly serve our growing community.”

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners approved the County Administrator’s appointment of Greg Shinkle to serve as Coweta County Fire Chief, effective October 1, 2026, following Robby Flanagan’s retirement after 30 years of service.

“It truly is my honor to be considered for the position of Fire Chief and serve the citizens and visitors of Coweta County,” says Shinkle. “Albert Mohler said it best in his book ‘The Conviction to Lead’ – the most effective leaders are unstoppable teachers. They teach by word, example and sheer force of passion. My desire is to be a great teacher.”

Firefighting has been a life-long passion for Shinkle. He enjoys that every day is different and the rush of helping people in need. Over the years, Shinkle has developed a passion for training and special operations as training is the backbone of every organization. He is looking forward to continuing to lead the fire department in a greater capacity while mentoring recruit classes and fellow firefighters Shinkle is a longtime resident of Tyrone, Georgia.

He has been married to his wife for 42 years and has two sons and four grandchildren and another on the way.

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Food Trucks, Vendors, Raffles, Gift baskets, a Chill Tent. $20 suggested donation at the event, all proceeds go to CASA! Line Creek Brewing The Reserve. Fun starts at 1p

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

HOLLONVILLE OPRY AT TURIN UMC 20 Longstreet Ave., Turin 1st & 3rd Saturdays at 6:30 pm

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

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

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Jazz in the Park 8/28 … Melodie Fort _____________

RPM FULL SERVICE 15 Jackson St., Newnan • 770-683-1414 Neighborhood pub recycled from a 1960s service station. Full kitchen, great food, bar, huge outdoor patio & Live music.

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

SENOIA BEER COMPANY 1 Main St. 770-727-9579 Senoia’s 1st Craft brewery! Bring the kids, dogs, and your favorite takeout food.

Thurs. at 6:30pm; Fri. & Sat. music 7pm; Sun. 5pm 8/20 … Open Mic Night 8/21 … Gradient 8/22 … Chris Chapman 8/23 … Alex Claytor 8/27 … Kellar & McCoy 8/28 … Russ Gordon & The Rattletrap 8/29 … Brian Rivers Duo 8/30 … Eric Berman _____________

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

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

THE CELLAR / THE BAYS 20 Jefferson St., Newnan • 770-683-6328 Acoustic Thursdays in the Bays.

Live Music Fri. & Sat. nights.

8/19 … Marty and Alan 8/20 … Coach Green 8/21 … TBA 8/22 … The Band One - Luau Part 8/26 … Mary and Alan 8/27 … Pete and Kellye 8/28 … Mystery Tramp 8/29 … TBA _____________

CHRISTOS PIZZERIA 331 Market Square, Newnan 678-857-3053 _____________

THE CLASSIC MARKET TASTING ROOM 15 Main St., Suite 1B, Senoia • 770-727-9140 8/27 … Marty James Martin 6:30-8pm _____________

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Good Food.

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20 Bullsboro Drive • Newnan 770-252-6821

Sun-Thu: 11 am-10 pm • Fri-Sat: 11 am-10:30 pm

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

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

Tix/Info 404-580-7736

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

Lots of networking for musicians going on during the performances. _____________

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

Yacht Rock Party August 29 7pm - Fundraiser for Senoia Area Historical Society - at Freeman Sasser Building, 423 Seavy St. Food For Thought Catering, Cruise Wear Dress Code, Karaoke, and lots of fun.

Info, Tix www.senoiahistory.com

Open Tuesday - Saturday | 10:30am - 4:00pm

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

Private event spaces are open to all.

For more information, contact Suzanne Ward Sales / Marketing Director Suzanne@newnancc.org 770-253-7574 1356 US-29, Newnan, GA 30263

Your Local Source for • Tomatoes • Fruits • Veggies • Plants • Flowers • Honey • Sour Dough Bread AND now … we offer locally grown chicken, beef and lamb.

We have everything your tastebuds want!

1502 Hwy 29 N. & Hal Jones Rd. Roundabout just north of the Country Club • offering curb side pick up

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

Thank you for supporting your small family owned local business!

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

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

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

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

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

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

VIP tickets will transfer to the new date.

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

Check website for more information on VIP tickets and more.

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

Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 22nd.

See you in the streets!

With love, The Newnan Porchfest Team newnanporchfest.com

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Smallcakes is always a great idea!

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Cakes can be ordered in a variety of sizes with 48 hours notice!

Gift cards & specialty gifts too!

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August 19, WEDNESDAY Coweta County Farmers Market Wednesdays and Saturdays 8:30 to Noon at Asa A Powell Sr. Expo Center, 197 Temple Ave., Newnan. 770-254-2620, coweta.extension@uge.edu Heart Health: Cutting Back on Salt & Fat Senoia Senior Living 2026 Health & Wellness Series with Olivia Handley, Coweta County FACS agent, at Leroy H. Johnson Community Center, 6646 SR 16, Senoia. 10:15am. 770-254-2620, City of Hope Breast Screening Event at 3pm All patient appointments are subject to meeting clinical requirements. It is required that participants being screened have a doctor to receive the screening results. Registration required 770-400-6677, 600 Celebrate Life Pkwy, Newnan

August 20, THURSDAY Dedication Ceremony K9 Robbi Play Yard Recognizing, Remembering Officer K9 Robbi for Exceptional Bravery in the Line of Duty 11am at Pokey’s Place. 608 Hwy 29N, Newnan.

3rd Thursday Lecture … Bells & Blackboards Newnan Coweta History Center at UWG - Newnan Campus at 6pn with local historian celebrities Steve Quesinberry and Winstron Skinner! Quesinberry discusses the expansive history of Newnan High School and highlights from his newly published book, “Flagship.” And Winston Skinner goes waaaaaay back in time to one room school houses outlining the progression of education in our county to what it is today. Skinner will hit highlights from the book “Coweta School Days.” Both books are available for purchase and signing at the event.

Senoia PorchFest 2026 Sunday, September 6, 3 to 10pm

An incredible day of live music filling the streets and porches of downtown Senoia.

From rock, country, blues, jazz, Americana, bluegrass, folk, indie, pop, soul, funk, and singer-songwriters to everything in between, this year’s lineup has something for every music lover.

Refreshment reception begins at 5:30 pm followed by the program from 6 to 7 pm. 80 Jackson St. August 21, FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL Newnan vs. LaGrange / Senior Night August 22, SATURDAY FREE Housing Resource Fair Join the Newnan Urban Redevelopment Agency between 10am and 2pm at the Howard Warner Community Center. This community-focused outreach event is designed to connect residents with housing programs, financial assistance, homeownership resources, and community service providers. For more info newnanga.gov/661/NURA-Housing-Resource-Fair 55 Savannah St., 678-673-5414 Great Southeast Pollinator Census All ages are invited to become citizen scientists by identifying and counting pollinators at the Coweta County Extension Pollinator Garden and Inspiration Garden. Counting sessions last only 15 minutes, counting materials will be provided, and we will upload your data for you! Come whenever is convenient for you between 10am and 1pm!

255 Pine Road, Newnan. 770-254-2620 Boys & Girls Club Endless Summer Soirée fun fundraiser at Newnan County Club bgcma.org/coweta-county-2026-endless-summer-soirée August 24, MONDAY Literary Circle Book Club at the Carnegie 11am. Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. eventbrite.com, newnancarnegie.com 1 LaGrange St., Newnan August 25, TUESDAY Temple Avenue Walking Club Step into a healthier routine by joining the FREE Walking Club for adults (18+) every Tuesday & Thursday at the Temple Avenue Gym! Suitable for all fitness levels. Every Tuesday & Thursday inside the Temple Ave Gym (39 Hospital Rd, Newnan) Adults (18+). FREE Questions? Contact us at cowetaparksandrec.com or 770-683-7275.

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Author A J Symon at Carnegie 4pm A.J. Symon,author of Golden Boy, and his service dog, Bubba! Golden Boy is a heartwarming hilarious debut perfect for tweens. When the beloved family golden retriever becomes human, a girl’s relationships with her family and herself transform in ways she never thought possible.

Books provided by Newnan Book Co will be available for purchase. Registration required: eventbrite.com 1 LaGrange St., August 27, THURSDAY Vibrant Living EXPO for Active Older Adults A day of fun, fitness, and learning at the FREE Vibrant Living EXPO - specifically designed to support and celebrate adults 55+, their families and caregivers! Check out local resources, workshops, and wellness opportunities to help you thrive at any stage of life.

Summit Family YMCA - 1765 Highway 34 East, August 28, FRIDAY Newnan at East Coweta Friday Football The Locals Market - Retro Revival 16 Main St., Grantville 5 to 9pm - free, outdoor, family friendly event filled with fun! Enjoy all that the small businesses have to offer, eat some great food and participate in free activities and games!

Free tie dye craft for kids Free Photo Booth Jazz in the Park with Melodie Fort at Newnan Centre Amp Join the Newnan Cultural Arts Commission at The Newnan Centre 7pm. Melodie brings a spirited, modern swing … her agile vocals, festival appearances, and standout work with premier jazz ensembles. Lower Fayetteville Road August 29, SATURDAY  KNB Paper Shredding ad on page 9!

Audiences for Sleepy Hollow Noon to 1:30pm for ages 13 and older at Southern Arc Dance Center. POINTE DANCERS: Bring your pointe shoes! Questions? 770-6833724. 40 Greenway Court, Newnan, GA 30265

Keep Newnan Beautiful Brings Outdoor STEM Classroom to Newnan Crossing Elementary

Keep Newnan Beautiful, in partnership with the Georgia Power Foundation, and Citizens of Georgia Power, recently created an outdoor STEM classroom for Newnan Crossing Elementary School. Made possible through a Legacy Project grant from the Georgia Power Foundation, Georgia Power employee volunteers, along with PTO members, school faculty and staff, and KNB staff, volunteered their time to construct the outdoor classroom.

Keep Newnan Beautiful Director Page Beckwith shared, “This project demonstrates what is possible when businesses, nonprofits, schools, and community volunteers come together to invest in the children of our community. We are incredibly grateful to Georgia Power Foundation and Citizens of Georgia Power for their generous investment in this project and appreciate every volunteer who helped bring this vision to life.”

Dr. Page Tarleton, Principal of Newnan Crossing Elementary School, said the new outdoor classroom has already generated excitement throughout the school. “Our teachers are excited about the countless opportunities this space provides to bring learning outdoors and create meaningful, hands-on experiences. Our students will explore the gardens, observe nature, and discover science in a whole new way.”

A true community collaboration, this outdoor STEM classroom transformed an underutilized area of the school into an engaging environment designed to inspire curiosity and environmental stewardship, and promote hands-on exploration. The new STEM classroom includes four raised garden beds, outdoor journaling tables, reading hammocks, a weather station, a root-view planter, and a mobile STEM activity wall.

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FRANK BARRON Associate Broker 770-231-9535

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

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GORGEOUS & PRIVATE ESTATE ON 22.9± ACRES w/ A SPRING-FED POND & BISHOP CREEK ON PROPERTY. Beautiful Custom 4-Sided Brick Home, w/ a pool, on a Finished Basement. The home features hardwood floors, columns & arches, crown molding, master suite on main w/ garden tub, separate shower & walk-in closet. LR w/ gorgeous fireplace, mantle & floor to ceiling windows. Den w/french doors, separate DR w/ french doors off kitchen. The kitchen features solid surface counters, breakfast bar, breakfast area w/ large windows & back patio access to pool w/ large brick columns & fencing. Double wall oven, pantry, cooktop, dishwasher & custom cabinets. Full BA in hall off garage, mudroom w/ refrigerator, laundry room w/sink and window. Roomy finished basement w/ movie room, large LR, office space, rec room, potential bedroom, mechanical room, bunker/ safe room. Exterior basement entry w/ outdoor shower. Three big secondary bedrooms & two baths upstairs with potential fourth bedroom or bonus room. Potential third bath upstairs. Barn w/ power & storage. Walking & riding trails along Bishop Creek. This property is a must see! $1,399,900. Jess/Tom

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

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BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED 4-SIDED BRICK RANCH With New Flooring, New Fixtures, Fresh Paint, And A Brand New Primary Bathroom Walk-In Tiled Shower. All on a spacious 1.36 acre +/- lot. Two car carport plus a detached garage or shop. 20x20 bonus room can be a playroom, office, rec room with a large storage closet. Large living room open to renovated kitchen, coffee nook. Laundry room opens to large deck overlooking big backyard. Accessible crawlspace. Brooks/Madras/Newnan School districts. This home is a must see! $349,900 Jess

MLS #10796069

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RESIDENTIAL LOT FOR SALE IN CHOICE SUMMERHILL neighborhood with easy access to Georgia State's Center Parc Stadium (Formerly Turner Field), shopping and dining. Great opportunity to build in a nice area! $75,000. Jess.

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

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MLS #10799377

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

Jack and jill bedrooms and bath. Fourth bedroom on the main could be a second primary bedroom. Laundry room with window and sink, side entrance. Large upstairs attic area could be easily finished off into a second story. Spacious basement has huge living/entertaining area with wood stove, awesome bar, exterior entrances, in-law suite with full kitchen, second living room, two full baths, large shop and storage areas. Basement has the potential to be rented out and provide income for homeowner. Great for multiple generations living together. Patio off basement to access pool and lake. Private and serene setting. Beautiful stone path and trail down to lake. Spacious 40 x 20 garage/shop with power. Seller will remove garage/shop with an agreeable offer.

Ample parking for trailers or RV'S. Choice north Coweta location with great schools and easy access to I-85 and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. This property is a must see! $1,099,900. Jess

BUILDING OPPORTUNITY IN LUTHERSVILLE. Three Gently Sloping Lots Sale. $90,000. Jess.

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

Grilling patio off screened porch. Primary suite with tray ceilings, office area or den, tiled bath with granite counters, garden tub, separate shower, walk-in master closet. New hardwood floors in upstairs hall. Large secondary bedrooms and bathrooms. Nice neighborhood with clubhouse and pool. $519,900. Jess.

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LOVELY TWO-STORY HOME IN EXCELLENT SCHOOL DISTRICTS WITH EASY I-85 ACCESS IN NORTH COWETA. New Roof. Living room with wood-burning fireplace. Separate dining room off the kitchen. Breakfast area off kitchen. Kitchen has tile floors, new stainless-steel appliances. Primary bedroom on main, with tray ceiling and walk-in closet. Primary bath has garden tub and separate shower. Half bath in hall. Laundry closet in hall. Two large bedrooms and one bath upstairs. Coolray maintenance plan for HVAC. Large patio is ideal for grilling. City of Palmetto utilities. Brooks Elementary, Blake Bass Middle School, Northgate High School. $344,900. Jess

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MLS #10717463.

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

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

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

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

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

Tom/Jess.

Real Estate

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with Jess Barron

Land in Coweta County

Coweta Coastal Social Fundraiser at The Reserve August 7 was a hit!

Shag dancing with Emerald Empire Band, classic Shrimp Boil and fresh oysters, Live Auction and raffle for a huge crowd.

Every dollar raised provides vital support to our local nonprofits.

Jess Barron

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jess Barron is an Associate Broker with Lindsey’s Inc. Realtors and former President of the NewnanCoweta Board of Realtors. 

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The Shopper has been publishing community events since 1989, and The City Menus has focused on business news, events, and positive community news since 2011.

Check out what’s going on here and then scan the QR code to see the full story on The City Menus page.

Mellow Mushroom, 733 Bullsboro Dr.

Newnan Crossing Development

Mellow Mushroom – the stone-baked pizza bakers with 160+ locations nationwide – announces that its new, nearly 3,000-square-foot location in Newnan is now open.. Located at 733 Bullsboro Drive, the restaurant marks the brand’s 45th location in Georgia and operates as a company-owned store.

A new retail center could soon be coming to 1466 Newnan Crossing Boulevard in Newnan.

The proposed development would be located behind Freddy’s in the currently undeveloped area near the Newnan LINC, Nickel Creek Townhomes, and The Promenade Apartments.

Newnan is the brand’s second location (following Atlanta’s Grant Park) that mirrors one of the company’s new restaurant formats: featuring counter service ordering for both food and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, modern retro design and inventive new menu additions.

“As a Georgia-founded brand, we’re proud to continue investing in communities across our home state,” said Ahsan Jiva, Executive Vice President of Strategy & Transformation. “Newnan is an important milestone for Mellow Mushroom as the second location to showcase our new restaurant format.

Alta Newnan A new apartment development is under construction near the Acura dealership along Newnan Crossing Bypass in Newnan.

The project, Alta Newnan, will include 280 residential units on approximately 10.48 acres.

This includes 274 apartment units and 7 townhomes, with a mix of one, two, and three bedroom floor plans.

Plans also include about 7,700 square feet of commercial space designated for retail, restaurant, or office use.

The site layout features sidewalks, a proposed multi use trail, and designated open space totaling about 1.77 acres. Parking plans show a total of 453 spaces for residents and visitors.

According to Leigh Schlumper, a Realtor in Newnan who shared the project on Facebook, the city is currently reviewing plans for the new center. The project is expected to include approximately 4,000 square feet of retail space, with the potential to accommodate businesses such as a coffee shop, wine bar, boutique, office, or other retail concept.

The plans show two proposed buildings with parking between them, landscaping, sidewalks, and outdoor seating space. The location would offer direct access to the Newnan LINC and serve residents living in the surrounding apartments and townhome communities.

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SEPTEMBER Events

September 3, THURSDAY Genealogy Workshop: Genealogy 101 How to Research and Record Family History with Instructor Jennifer Petrino, of Sicilian Family Tree, at 2pm at Newnan Carnegie. Admission is free but registration is required: eventbrite.com/e/1994229330611 1 LaGrange St., newnancarnegie.com September 4-7, Main Street Newnan’s Labor Day Sidewalk Sale mainstreetnewnan.com

September 5, SATURDAY Main Street Newnan’s Sunrise on the Square 5k AND Market Day mainstreetnewnan.com September 6, SUNDAY Senoia PorchFest 2026! Look on page 14.

One Love Criterium Bike Ride 2026 GA State Criterium Championships hosted by MACC Racing.

100 Park Drive Grantville, GA 30220. Register onelovecentury.org/one-love-crit/ September 7, MONDAY – Labor Day September 8, TUESDAY  BYA Meet at 7pm! Look on page 21.

Linda West is featured Artist of the Month

The Newnan-Coweta Art Association (NCAA) has selected Linda West as its featured “Artist of the Month” for August. Ms. West’s art will be featured in the entryway to Newnan City Hall until September.

She primarily works in acrylics while also exploring oils, watercolors, mixed media, and resin. Known for her expressive palette knife textures, her style blends realism, impressionism, abstraction, and whimsical, jazz-inspired elements.Painting is both a creative outlet and a source of calm for Linda, helping to soothe the soul and ease anxiety. She loves sharing her passion through “Jazzy Art” paint parties, bringing art instruction to homes, churches, offices, and community groups.

Linda leaves her signature mark hidden within every painting with a heart.

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Stephanie R. Butcher

County Coordinator Agricultural & Natural Resources Agent UGA Extension – Coweta County

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Avoid spreading fertilizer on or near pond banks.

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Pick up pet waste.

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Keep grass clippings out of the pond. Bag clippings near the pond and spread or compost them elsewhere.

of the pond.

Q. What do you recommend for controlling weeds in my pond?

Vegetative buffers provide many benefits, including helping filter nutrients and sediment before they A. This is one of the most common questions we hear at the Extension office this time of year, and the enter the pond. Native, moisture-loving plants are answer is: it depends.

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Establish a vegetative buffer around the edges

Several factors must be considered when deciding whether pond weed control is needed. These include the time of year, type of weed, weed population, and other site-specific conditions.

an excellent choice, and there are many options depending on whether you prefer trees, shrubs, flowers, bunchgrasses, or a combination of plants.

Weed Identification

Consider Sterile Grass Carp

Proper identification of the pond weed is most important. For specific control recommendations, email or text several clear, close-up pictures of the weed and a photo of the pond to Coweta.extension@uga.edu or text to 470-228-3366 along with your contact information.

You may also drop off a physical sample (in water) in a gallon sized Ziploc style bag at the Coweta County Extension office.

To help maintain a healthy level of aquatic vegetation, consider stocking sterile (triploid) grass carp. These fish can help control aquatic weeds when stocked at an appropriate rate, 10–15 fish per acre, depending on the pond and the types of vegetation present.

Timing is Important The first thing to know is that now is not the right time of year to control most pond weeds. You should avoid treating weeds during the hottest months, typically June, July, August, and sometimes September.

When aquatic weeds are killed, the decomposition process consumes oxygen in the water. Fish need adequate oxygen to survive, and during summer, oxygen levels in ponds are already at some of their lowest levels of the year. Treating a large amount of vegetation during this period can reduce oxygen even further and potentially cause a fish kill.

The best times to treat pond weeds are generally late fall (October or November) or spring (April or May), once water temperatures have warmed to at least 60°F. Always consider the specific weed species and follow product-label directions if using an aquatic herbicide.

Consider the Weed Population Next, take a look at how much vegetation is present. If you have only a few weeds around the edges of your pond or in shallow areas, you may not need to treat them at all, depending on the type of vegetation.

If you have a heavy weed population, the first step is to identify the weed. The second step is to determine what is causing the excessive growth. In many cases, the underlying problem is an overload of nutrients entering the pond.

Prevent Excess Nutrients Nutrient runoff can come from many sources, including lawn fertilizer, grass clippings, pet and livestock waste, supplemental fish food, and other organic materials. Excess nutrients can contribute to the overgrowth of algae and aquatic weeds.

There are several ways to reduce nutrient loading, but prevention is the best management strategy.

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Use fertilizer only when necessary and at the appropriate rate, using a properly calibrated spreader.

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Test your soil to determine whether fertilizer is needed and which nutrients are required.

Grass carp do not provide immediate control. Once stocked, it can take about a year for them to reach a mature size and begin having a noticeable impact on weed populations. They also become less effective as they age. You may need to restock after seven years or so.

Before treating pond weeds or stocking grass carp, identify the weed and determine the cause of the problem. Proper identification and management can help you control excessive vegetation while maintaining a healthy pond and protecting your fish.

For more information about pond management or pond weed identification, contact the Coweta County Extension office at 770-254-2620 or email.

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A Presentation by Coweta Master Gardener Extension Volunteers

Dr. Allan Armitage

Matt Jordan & Robbi Martin

Renowned author and horticulturist internationally known for his multifaceted teaching and research in new crops for the garden and greenhouse.

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Tuesday January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm

like pruning, soils, insects, disease, deer, natives and invasive plants.

Every “expert” has a different answer and each answer seems more confusing than the one before.

Join Dr. A as he filters all the “noise” into useful straight forward common sense practices.

Dr. Armitage will be bringing books for sale that evening.

Matt Jordan and Robbi Martin WithUGA Art of Landscaping Extension – Coweta County

“Nurturing Nature Indoors: The Art of Houseplants”

255 Pine Rd, Newnan, GA 30263 (770) 254-2620 / coweta.extension@uga.edu

FREE to attend, but you must register to be entered into the drawing for door prizes.

University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Institution. If you need reasonable accommodations or language access services, contact the UGA Coweta County Extension office at (770) 254-2620/ coweta.extension@ uga.edu, at least three Weeks prior to the program date.

UGA Extension – Coweta County

255 Pine Rd, Newnan, GA 30263 (770) 254-2620 / coweta.extension@uga.edu

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Preparing Students For The Future: New Work-Based Learning Diploma, Dual Enrollment and Mentorship Program

By LaTina Emerson School is back in session, and it’s time for students to get serious about their studies and start making important decisions about their future goals and career paths.

High school students can gain valuable work experience or save time and money on technical school or college by taking advantage of the state of Georgia’s new Work-Based Learning Diploma or dual enrollment classes at participating colleges and universities. Students of all grade levels who need mentorship or extra support in a variety of areas, including life skills and college and career readiness, can seek services from a local nonprofit organization.

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Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress as defined by the college or university they are attending.

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Complete all postsecondary coursework prior to high school graduation or home study completion in order to receive Dual Enrollment credit and funding.

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Meet federal Selective Service registration requirements, per Georgia state law.

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Eligibility requirements vary for students depending on their grade level (9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grades). For details, visit https://www.gafutures.org/hope-state-aid-programs/scholarships-grants/ dual-enrollment/eligibility/.

Learn more about these programs and give your children a jumpstart on their future: Work-Based Learning Diploma The Georgia Department of Education has launched a new Work-Based Learning Diploma, which provides an additional pathway to a Georgia high school diploma for students who plan to directly enter high-demand careers right after graduation, according to a press release from the Georgia Department of Education.

In June, the State Board of Education approved recommendations to update Georgia’s high school graduation requirements, including a new option for the Work-Based Learning Diploma. This diploma, which maintains Georgia’s 23-credit graduation requirement, creates a pathway for students to complete focused Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) coursework and extensive work-based learning experiences aligned to high-demand careers.

To earn the Work-Based Learning Diploma, students will complete two High Demand CTAE or Academic Career Pathways and at least four work-based learning courses in a paid position connected to one of those pathways. School districts will receive additional guidance and implementation information, and details will be shared with students starting this fall, the press release reported.

The new diploma was developed as part of the state’s commitment to prepare students for enrollment, employment, enlistment or entrepreneurship after graduation. It’s designed to give students access to hands-on, intensive on-the-job experience in high-demand fields. Fulfilling the requirements for this diploma will show employers and postsecondary institutions that graduates have demonstrated workforce readiness through coursework and extensive real-world experience.

“We must continue to expand opportunities for students that align not only to their passions but also to the workforce needs of our state,” State School Superintendent Richard Woods said in the press release.

“This diploma is about recognizing that workforce readiness matters. We want students to graduate with meaningful experience, real skills, and a clear connection to high-demand careers.”

Georgia’s Dual Enrollment Program Georgia’s Dual Enrollment Program gives students who are Georgia residents and enrolled in eligible schools or home study programs the chance to earn high school and college credit at participating eligible postsecondary institutions in the state of Georgia.

The program, which enables students to begin their college academic career while still in high school, provides standard tuition, mandatory fees and required books.

To be eligible for Dual Enrollment, students must: •

Be enrolled in and physically attending a participating eligible public or private high school in Georgia or an eligible participating home study program in Georgia.

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Meet U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen requirements and Georgia Residency requirements before the first day of classes of the college term for which they’re seeking funding.

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Be approved, by the participating high school or home study program where the student is enrolled, to participate in dual enrollment.

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Have completed the admission process and been accepted and approved by the participating postsecondary institution. The student and their parent/guardian must also complete the Student Participation Agreement.

Approved Eligible Course Categories: •

Core academic areas: English, math, science, social sciences and world (foreign) languages.

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CTAE (Career, Technical and Agricultural Education) courses that align to a Georgia Department of Education Career Cluster and Pathway.

Dual Enrollment Award Amounts: •

The Dual Enrollment Funding Cap is 30 semester or 45 quarter hours. Funding availability is limited per term to 15 semester or 12 quarter hours and three semesters or four quarters per academic year depending on the student’s eligibility.

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The award amount will vary based on the postsecondary institution and the number of credit hours in which a student is enrolled in approved Dual Enrollment courses.

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The approved award rates to be paid for tuition, mandatory fees and book costs are published each year and subject to change.

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Postsecondary institutions must waive all mandatory and non-course related fees and can’t charge eligible high school students participating in the Dual Enrollment program additional tuition, mandatory fees or book costs for courses approved for Dual Enrollment funding.

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Institutions must provide required textbooks at no cost to participating students for courses approved for Dual Enrollment funding. If the course textbook and/or course homework delivery method is provided online or online materials are used instead of a physical textbook, the institution must provide the access code at no cost to the student.

To view the list of participating colleges and universities, visit https://www.gafutures.org/hope-state-aidprograms/scholarships-grants/dual-enrollment/participating-colleges-and-universities/.

For more information about Georgia’s Dual Enrollment Program, visit https://www.gafutures.org/hopestate-aid-programs/scholarships-grants/dual-enrollment/.

Find Support and Mentorship for Students ELEVATE Coweta Students, a local nonprofit organization, provides mentoring, encouragement and critical support that helps students overcome obstacles, stay in school and believe in their future.

The organization strives to let children know they are supported, valued and never alone, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

ELEVATE Coweta Students offers assistance for basic needs, mental health, life skills, college and career readiness, and attendance, behavior and course performance. Site coordinators, who serve as advocates for students, focus on attendance, behavior and coursework. They also help identify students in need of assistance and connect them with community resources that can help remove obstacles to their success.

While ELEVATE Coweta Students supports students throughout the Coweta County School System, there are currently site coordinators in six schools: Arnco-Sargent Elementary School, Ruth Hill Elementary School, Welch Elementary School, Smokey Road Middle School, East Coweta High School and Newnan High School.

For more information about ELEVATE Coweta Students, visit https://elevatecowetastudents.org.

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Mega Passes must be purchased BEFORE the fair.

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

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

Ride Armbands do not include admission price.

Admission $10, 5 and under Free!

Look for the Fair Book for details and sign up for contests and other activities.

See ticket booths for details. Check website for more information.

Sunday: 2 to 10 p.m.; Monday - Thursday: 4 to 10 p.m.; Friday: 4 to Midnight; Saturday: Noon - Midnight

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