Technology students at Whitewater High were fierce competitors at the annual Georgia TSA (Technology Student Association) State Conference, earning their team an overall seventh place state ranking.
The ranking was based on the number of wins and placement levels of individual team members. The following students earned top three placements in their competition areas: Katie Cassidy, first place, prepared presentation; Breanna Summers and Jevan Hutson, first place, debating technological issues; Katie Cassidy, second place, outstanding student; Jevan Hutson, second place, extemporaneous presentation; Francisco Obregon, second place, flight endurance; Guppy Stott, second place, technology bowl (written competition); and Jason Menko, third place, technical sketching and application.
As the second place winner in the outstanding student competition, Katie Cassidy was awarded a $500 scholarship.
The team also had outstanding performances in other areas of competition, placing fifth through 10th in biotechnology design, chapter team, construction renovation, digital video production, engineering design, fashion design, and technology bowl.
Student performance at the state level determined those advancing to the national conference in Dallas, Texas this June. Whitewater’s national competitors are Breanna Summers, Jevan Hutson, Katie Cassidy, Francisco Obregon, Jason Menko, Tyler Etchart, Will Dent, Ashley Larrow, Callie Sheffer, Avery Dingler, and Guppy Stott.
Georgia TSA’s annual state conference provides students opportunities beyond the traditional classroom and laboratory setting, allowing them to add to their increased knowledge and understanding of an ever-changing technical world.
Carolyn Smith, engineering and technology teacher, is Whitewater’s TSA advisor.
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Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Whitewater’s TSA Team Ranked Top 10 in State
Japan Earthquake & Tsunami Relief
Peachtree City has a lot of connections to Japan. With the businesses in our Industrial Park and nearby Newnan, many local residents have friends and family enduring the after-effects of the disasters last Friday. City Hall has received calls inquiring about local relief efforts, and we will publish information as it becomes available. Currently, we only have information on the national relief efforts. Some of the agencies providing relief efforts include:
Salvation Army – www.salvationarmyusa.org
Red Cross - www.redcross.org
Doctors Without Borders - www.doctorswithoutborders.org
Save the Children - www.savethechildren.org
World Vision - www.worldvision.org
National Disaster Search Dog Foundation - www.searchdogfoundation.org
Monday, March 14, 2011
Traffic won't be joyful around The Fred today and tomorrow!
There's been a little back and forth about when Gospel Truth Pictures would be filming Joyful Noise at The Fred, but it looks like they've settled on today and tomorrow.
Here's the last info we rec'd from the PTC Police Dept.:
I have included the original email sent on Friday as reference. I apologize, but the production company has returned to their original filming date of Monday 3/14 at The Fred. I have copied the press release below for you to use.
PEACHTREE CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
SPECIAL PRESS RELEASE
March 13, 2011
On Monday, March 14th, 2011, Gospel Truth Pictures will be filming a scene from the upcoming movie Joyful Noise at The Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater (The Fred). The Peachtree City Police Department is expecting traffic delays to occur in this area beginning as early as 5:00am. It is estimated that as many as 2,000 extras will be arriving in Peachtree City that morning as the scenes being filmed require an audience. Tuesday March 15th, 2011 has been scheduled as the "rain date" for this event.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS FOR MONDAY AND TUESDAY:
Huddleston Elementary is directly across the street from The Fred and Fayette County Schools are currently in session. Parking at Huddleston Elementary is PROHIBITED. Motorists and pedestrian participants are asked to remain off school property as the safety and security of our students is paramount. The speed limit within the school zone is strictly enforced at the posted times, and no exception will be made on Monday or Tuesday.
The production company has secured Dogwood Church, Heritage Church, Providence Church, and Peachtree City Christian Church for off site parking, and they will be providing a shuttle service to and from The Fred for the extras. Anyone intending on participating in this event is asked to use the off site parking so that the roadways near The Fred can remain open and as free from traffic congestion as possible.
All motorists who must travel in the area of The Fred between 5:00am and 9:00pm are asked to be patient when delays are experienced. If motorists can use alternate routes they are asked to do so. The production company has hired Peachtree City Police Department Officers to assist with traffic control and security for the event.
Alternate route and detour information if necessary:
Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater is located at 201 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City. This is midway between Highway 74 and Peachtree Parkway on McIntosh Trail. Alternate entrances to several subdivisions around The Fred are located on Peachtree Parkway or Highway 74. Motorists can also use Crosstown Drive and Highway 54 when necessary to travel between Peachtree Parkway and Highway 74.
Tyrone PD: Important information regarding Nixle.com and citizen notifications!
The Tyrone Police Department joined Nixle in April 2009 in order to ensure that we had the capability to provide our citizens with pertinent information and emergency notifications. We were the first agency in Georgia and the 16th in the United States to sign on with them and we were assured at the time that this was a free service and that it would remain that way.
Now that they have over 6,000 member agencies, Nixle has decided to begin charging all of its members for their services effective April 29, 2011. According to the email we received, our initial year would cost $1495 and each additional year would cost $3000. As you can imagine, these costs are simply not feasible for an agency of our size - especially in our current economy - so I have decided against budgeting for this expense.
This service has proven extremely positive with our citizens as we currently have a subscriber list of over 700 and we continue to receive very positive feedback from you for the information that we put out. Consequently, I have integrated a no-cost method into our new website that will allow us to continue to provide you with these updates.
Please visit www.tyronepd.org and you will find two sections in the right column of the homepage entitled 'Subscribe' and 'SMS Text Message'. Enter your email into the form under subscribe and your cell phone number/Mobile Carrier under SMS Text Message. All of our messages will be posted to our site and a notification will be sent to all subscriber emails and any emergency notifications will be sent to both your email and cell phone as a text message*.
As always, we will never share your information with 3rd parties and we will never send you messages that are not related to Town information, police/criminal activity, or actual emergencies in progress.
I apologize for any inconveniences that this may cause and I hope that all of our current subscribers will make the switch so that we can continue to provide you with important information about your community.
We will continue posting to Nixle and our website until the cut-off date of April 29, 2011. All notifications will be sent through www.tyronepd.org after that date.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns about this message or this new method.
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Chief Brandon Perkins
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Pageant Crowns Winners, Raises Funds for Relay for Life
Pageant goers and participants enjoyed a day of beauty and fun while helping support one of Fayette County's largest cancer research and prevention fundraising events.
The sixth annual Miss South Fayette County Beauty Pageant, held at Brooks Elementary on March 5, raised $1,500 to benefit Relay for Life. Each year the pageant’s proceeds are donated to a worthy cause; this marks the first year the funds have gone to Relay for Life.
Of course, the highlight of the pageant was crowning the winners. This year’s recipients are Laney Sutherland, Petite Miss South Fayette County; Annabella Orndorff of Crabapple Lane Elementary, Tiny Miss South Fayette County; Elizabeth Skibiel of Brooks Elementary, Little Miss South Fayette County; Ava Hope Payne of Brooks Elementary, Young Miss South Fayette County; Sydney Raines of Whitewater Middle, Junior Miss South Fayette County; and Cymbre Davis of Whitewater Middle, Miss South Fayette County.
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Wednesday, March 09, 2011
Fayette’s First Army JROTC Seeks Cadets/Instructors
History is in the making as the Fayette County Public School System brings its second ever Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) program online next year.
After years of waiting for approval from the U.S. Army ROTC, Fayette County High finally got the go ahead to offer the Army JROTC program for the 2011-2012 school year. This marks the second JROTC program for the school system; Air Force JROTC was established at Sandy Creek High nine years ago.
High school JROTC programs focus on leadership and character development in students. The Army JROTC curriculum develops young people’s leadership skills while also teaching self-management, health and problem solving skills. Its mission is to inspire students to set a course for success by teaching them to be self-reliant, motivated to complete their education, and to be successful, productive citizens. There is no obligation to join the military for students who participate in JROTC.
High school students who want to be among the first cadets in the Army JROTC class can make plans to enroll in the program now. Although housed at Fayette County High, Army JROTC is open to any high school student (grades 9-12) in the Fayette County Public School System.
Students who live outside the Fayette County High attendance area can request a school transfer to participate in the program. Students must be enrolled at Fayette County High to take the Army JROTC course.
The transfer request deadline is April 1. The school transfer form and information is available on the school system’s website, www.fcboe.org.
The school system is also looking for a Senior Army Instructor and Army Instructor to teach the program for the 2011-2012 school year. Application instructions and position requirements are available on the website.
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Science Projects Advance to State/International Competition
Ninety-nine percent of the Fayette County projects that advanced to the Griffin RESA Regional Science and Engineering Fair earned placements, and one of them was selected to compete in the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair.
A total of 25 of the 31 projects that were selected for the regional fair brought home first place honors. The first place winners are eligible to attend the State Science and Engineering Fair April 1-2 at the University of Georgia.
Middle school first place winners include (Bennett’s Mill) Laura Phillipp; Dale Chapman; Nicholas Powell; Matthew Harmon; Michael Koenig, Matthew Melatti, Hudson Huber; Ian Belwood, Tiana Sherman; (J.C. Booth) Jonathan Ciecka; Amelia Traylor; Benjamin Naber; (Flat Rock) Ellie Klarl; Preston Earle; (Rising Starr) Annefloor de Groot, Brooke Wade; and (Whitewater) Sarah Chapman, Stephanie Johnson.
High school first place winners include: (Fayette County) Areesha Ikram, Nageen Merchant, Donna Pham; Menaka Reddy; Omar Martinez-Uribe, Dae Kim; Sarika Reddy, Malika Reddy; (McIntosh) Hannah Mason, Leslie Sellers; (Starr’s Mill) Jessica Richey; Vivian Nguyen, Mynah Holloway; Rebekah Livingston; Morgan Caola; and (Whitewater) Drew Halbert, Tommy Erbe; Austin Dill.
Other placements include: (Bennett’s Mill Middle) Jamie DeCicco, Jordan Watson, second place; (J.C. Booth Middle) Lianna Arcelay, second place; (Fayette Middle) Anna Franklin, second place; (Rising Starr Middle) Emilia Ruzicka, third place; and (Sandy Creek High) Helen Davidson, second place.
The science fair judges selected first place winners Mynah Holloway and Vivian Nguyen from Starr’s Mill High to automatically advance to the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, California May 8-13.
Special awards from various organizations and institutions were also given to the following teams and individuals: (Armed Forces Communications & Electronics Association) Ellie Klarl, Flat Rock Middle, and Areesha Ikram, Nageen Merchant, Donna Pham, Fayette County High; (Association for Women Geoscientists) Jessica Richey, Starr's Mill High; (Genius Olympiad) Areesha Ikram, Nageen Merchant, Donna Pham, Fayette County High; (Georgia BioGENEius Challenge) Meneka Reddy, Fayette County High; (I-Sweep-Outstanding Sustainability Award) Hannah Mason, Leslie Sellers, McIntosh High; (I-Sweep-Recognition Award) Areesha Ikram, Nageen Merchant, Donna Pham, Fayette County High; (Mu Alpha Theta) Mynah Holloway, Vivian Nguyen, Starr's Mill High; (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) Sarah Chapman, Whitewater Middle; (National Society of Professional Engineers) Tommy Erbe, Drew Halbert, Whitewater High; (U. S. Army) Morgan Caola , and Mynah Holloway, Vivian Nguyen, Starr's Mill High; (U.S. Air Force) Rebekah Livingston, and Mynah Holloway, Vivian Nguyen, Starr's Mill High; and Areesha Ikram, Nageen Merchant, Donna Pham, Fayette County High; (U.S. Navy/ U.S. Marine Corps) Ellie Klarl, Flat Rock Middle, and Mynah Holloway, Vivian Nguyen, Starr's Mill High.
The Griffin RESA Regional Science and Engineering Fair is a regional competition among middle and high schools in the Griffin RESA region that consists of Butts, Fayette, Henry, Lamar, Newton, Pike, Spalding, and Upson counties.
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Tuesday, March 08, 2011
New Course Textbook Available for Public Review
The textbook recommended for the new high school math course, Mathematics of Finance, is on display for public review and comment at the LaFayette Educational Center located at 205 LaFayette Avenue in Fayetteville.
The textbook will be available for review and comment through April 18 during regular office hours. The board of education will vote on the adoption of the textbook at the regular business meeting on April 19.
Mathematics of Finance is an option to Math 4 in the senior year of study.
The standards for this course were adopted by the Georgia Department of Education in November, and counts as a core unit of mathematics toward earning a high school diploma. Fayette County will offer the course next year to high school seniors.
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Monday, March 07, 2011
Several entering autos occurred in Planterra 3/5-3/6
Vehicles left unlocked.
During the evening hours of 3/5 through 3/6, several vehicles in Planterra Ridge subdivision were entered and items were stolen from them. Currently, it has been determined that a purse and a GPS unit were stolen; however, there could be more vehicles involved in this incident. The primary street that these incidents occurred on was Plantain Terrace.
All vehicles entered were left unlocked. Citizens are reminded to lock their vehicle and secure their property to help prevent becoming a victim of this crime.
Suspicious male witnessed taking pictures of juveniles in Mark Style 3/5
On March 5, 2011 between 4:50pm and 5:20pm, a suspicious male approached several juveniles who were playing in the Mark Style subdivision, asked if he could take their pictures, and then proceeded to take pictures with what is described as a “nice digital camera”. The mothers of the juveniles were near by and observed this occur. As they walked towards the male to confront him, they stated that he quickly walked away. The Peachtree City Police Department was notified of the incident and responded to the incident location. A description of the suspicious male was provided and is listed below this narrative. Immediately after the incident, Officers searched the area, but were unable to locate a subject fitting the description. Additionally, residents in the area were spoken with and none could remember seeing a subject meeting this description in the Mark Style area. From the time of the incident through the evening of March 6, Officers were directed to patrol the cart paths and roadways of the Braelinn area in an attempt to locate the subject, or locate a resident who may have witnessed someone fitting the description. The subject was not located during these saturated patrols.
Suspect description
White male, late 50’s to 60 years of age. Approximately 5’8” to 5’10” tall. Heavy set with a protruding stomach. White or gray beard that is well kept and approximately 3” in length. The subject is bald on top, with shoulder length white/gray hair that is curling upwards on the ends beginning around his ears.
On March 5, 2011, he was described as wearing a white t-shirt with blue lettering on the front, blue jeans and a bright red jacket.
The Police Department would like to remind everyone to please call 911 immediately if something suspicious is witnessed. Please do not attempt to locate pictures and identify people until an officer has arrived as doing this can significantly interfere with the ability to use statements of identification if and when a case appears before a judge. The most important things that you can do to help the police are the following:
1) Make sure you are safe
2) Remember as much information about the suspect as possible. What he/she was wearing, age, height, and anything that describes the person
3) Remember vehicle information - type, make, model, tag number, color, and anything else that would help us find the vehicle
4) If it's a golf cart, please obtain the decal number. Make, model, color, 2, 4, or 6 seater, gas/electric, and anything else that made the cart stand out.
If anyone has information that would assist the Police Department in this or other incidents, please contact the Peachtree City Criminal Investigations Division at 770-631-2510, or the Crime and Narcotics Information Hotline at (770) 487-6010. You may remain anonymous.
Public Information Officer – Captain Rosanna Dove
Saturday, March 05, 2011
Winston Churchill’s Descendent Delivers Special Invitation to Fayette County High
A visit of historical proportions took place on Friday at Fayette County High.
Sir Winston Churchill’s great grandson, Duncan Sandys, and also the Lord Mayor of the City of Westminster, made a personal appearance to invite the school’s chorus to perform in the London International Choral Festival taking place in London, England December 27, 2011-January 4, 2012.
The choral festival is being held in conjunction with the London New Year's Parade. This will be the first official event in Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee Celebration, honoring 60 years on the throne. This milestone will also mark the first official event leading up to London hosting the 2012 Olympics.
As the Queen's representative, Lord Mayor Sandys serves in a largely ceremonial role as the 'First Citizen' of the city of Westminster, an inner London borough that occupies much of the central area of London. At the age of 35, he is the youngest person to achieve the high office. Lord Mayor Sandys works hard to maintain the memory of his great grandfather Sir Winston, who led the allies to victory in World War II.
After delivering the official invitation, Lord Mayor Sandys presented several gifts to school officials including the Coat of Arms of the City of Westminster to Fayette County High School Principal Charles Warr and a set of etched Westminster crystal tumblers to Choral Director Richard Prouty.
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Friday, March 04, 2011
Workshop for College Bound Students with Disabilities
High school students with disabilities, and their parents and educators, are invited to attend a workshop, Transition to Post-Secondary Options, on March 15 at Whitewater High from 6:30-8 p.m.
The workshop is designed to help parents and educators guide young people with disabilities in making appropriate decisions about higher education options. Attendees will learn about the Georgia college/university application process for students with disabilities, discuss criteria and support for accommodations, as well as distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate accommodations, receive information about resources on post secondary options and address concerns and issues. A portion of the workshop will be devoted to assistive technology.
The Regents Center for Learning Disorders and the Metro South Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS) are sponsors of the workshop. For more information, call Amor Kok, a counselor with the Fayette County Public School System, 770-900-1110 or email kok.amor@mail.fcboe.org.
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Wednesday, March 02, 2011
The 2nd Annual Breast Cancer 1-Day Walk Features Entertainment by Erica Nicole
Curb Records national recording artist and country music singer Erica Nicole will be performing songs throughout the event including her number one country hit “Somebody Like Me” and “Drive It Away”, a song written by a local member of the Young Survivor’s Breast Cancer Support Group about a friend’s journey with breast cancer.
A $25 registration fee/donation includes a free t-shirt, lunch, and entertainment. Proceeds from the Walk will provide programs, services, and supplies for breast cancer patients in our local and surrounding areas in Georgia. Registration for the Breast Cancer 1- Day Walk is available online at http://bc1daywalk.kintera.org/ or by phone at (770) 487-4396.
The BC 1-Day Walk will offer many opportunities for breast cancer survivors, their families, supporters, and friends to connect and fellowship. Walkers should check-in at 8:00 am to receive their free t-shirts, shop for breast cancer themed items, and visit exhibitor booths prior to the walk. Walkers are urged to walk the 3.7 mile “Path of Hope” while raising funds. Golf cart rides will be provided. The day will end with a “Pink Rose Ceremony” in honor of participating survivors. Much more than a walk... The Breast Cancer 1-Day is about Awareness and Celebration!
The BC 1-Day Walk will also feature a Breast Wellness Village sponsored by Piedmont Fayette Hospital. B’Rest Stops along the path and B’Rest Camp Exhibits will be featured by various sponsors, including: Healthfield Hospice, Immediate Care Centers of Georgia, LLC, Renewal at Beautiful Additions, Health Concepts, MyGofer at Kmart, and The Avenue Peachtree City. Prizes and other items sponsored by Holiday Inn Express, Soroptimist International, Women’s Specialists of Fayette, Custom Tees by Design, Minuteman Press Peachtree City, LeFleur Florist, Panda Express, and Rita’s Italian Ice,.
All donations to the BC 1-Day Walk will reach many Georgia breast cancer patients, focusing on young survivors, through the programs of The Breast Cancer Survivors’ Network, Inc. (BCSN). The BCSN is directed by Janet Beebe, a 28 year breast cancer survivor. Additionally, a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Department at the Medical College of Georgia’s Cancer Research Center in Augusta, Georgia, where researchers are currently studying metastatic breast cancer.
The mission of the BCSN is to provide assistance, education, and positive support services to patients before, during and after diagnosis/treatment for and recovery of breast cancer. Services of the BCSN target the underserved and underinsured. BCSN Hope Closets provide free after surgery supplies (prostheses, bras, wigs, etc.) as well as financial services for breast cancer patients in need. The largest Hope Closet is located in Peachtree City at BCSN headquarters.
For additional information about the 2011 Breast Cancer 1-Day Walk or the Breast Cancer Survivors’ Network, Inc. please contact: BreastCancer1DayWalk@bcsn.me or call: 770-487-4396. For information about programs offered by the BCSN, see www.bcsurvivorsnetwork.org.
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PTC First Presbyterian Kindergarten and Preschool Registration Opens March 7
Registration for the PTC First Presbyterian Kindergarten and Preschool will open to the general public March 7 on a first come first serve basis. Morning classes are offered for children ages 2-5. The purpose of the school is to nourish spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth in the students. Individual teaching is stressed so each child progress at their own speed.
To receive an application or to tour the facility located in the heart of Peachtree City, call 770-487-3699. The Peachtree City First Presbyterian Kindergarten and Preschool has been serving Fayette County families for over 40 years.
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Blaze's Masquerade Gall Set for March 19
This is the fourth year that the school has held the pageant which proceeds the elementary school.
Beautiful rhinestone crowns, sashes, and trophies will be awarded! For more information, please contact Eileen Corley at corley.eileen@mail.fcboe.org or Tiffany Gilreath at gilreath.tiffany@mail.fcboe.org or you may call 770-716-3914.
You may also visit the school's website www.saraharpminter.org to download an application.
Pictured are the 2010 Masquerade Queens, Bailey Barrett, Trinity Skeeto, Delaney Mueller, Madison Mueller, and Kylie Hastings.
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Monday, February 28, 2011
Deal, Hunan governor mark SANY progress
Equipment manufacturer expects to create more than 200 jobs in Peachtree City
Gov. Nathan Deal today joined with Governor Qiang Zhou of China’s Hunan Province, SANY Group chairman Wengen Liang and other dignitaries to celebrate the first phase completion of SANY America’s North American assembly plant in Peachtree City. SANY America is a division of SANY Group Co. Ltd., which is headquartered in the Hunan Province of China and is the largest concrete-pumping equipment company in China. Deal was on hand to officially unveil a fully-assembled SANY Global Rough Terrain (RT) Crane, which is the machinery that will eventually be assembled at the SANY America Peachtree City plant.
“SANY America’s decision to locate in Georgia in 2007 is a great example of the steps we take to position our state as a strategic home for international companies seeking foreign direct investment opportunities in the United States,” said Deal. “We take great care in developing and fostering global relationships, and the result is mutually beneficial outcomes for both Georgia and international companies aiming to expand around the world. We are confident that our highly skilled workforce and unique global access will continue to help us attract competitive industries to Georgia.”
The SANY America Peachtree City location is one of only four investments the company has made outside of China. Other international locations include sites in Brazil, Germany and India. The end of phase one construction marks the completion of the company’s main infrastructure at its Peachtree City plant. The company currently has 108 employees and expects to at least double its workforce by the end of 2012. To date, SANY America has made a $60 million investment through the completion of phase one of the 420,000-square-foot facility.
“The completion of SANY America’s facility signifies a new milestone in SANY’s globalization initiative. This will bring SANY’s philosophy of Quality Changes for the World to the next level,” said Fugui Zhou, chairman of SANY America, Inc. “The new facility will enable the company to provide the North American market and the other global customers with superior products and services.”
The company’s Peachtree City facility will house sales, service, assembly, testing and distribution, as well as research and development operations in addition to serving as the corporate headquarters for SANY America, Inc. The plant will eventually assemble five different concrete manufacturing machines once fully operational.
"We appreciate the significant investment that SANY Corporation has made and will continue to make in Peachtree City and the state of Georgia," said Peachtree City Mayor Don Haddix. "We look forward to working with SANY as a corporate partner as it grows and prospers in the international community that makes up our industrial park."
Georgia has a long history of doing business internationally and established an office in Beijing in 2008 to develop the relationships necessary to bring Chinese business to Georgia. China is Georgia’s second-largest export destination market, with nearly $2.4 billion in exports in 2010. Among Georgia’s top 10 export destinations, China ranked in the top three countries where Georgia saw the largest increase in exports, increasing by 35 percent since 2009. Georgia imports from China totaled $13.9 billion in 2010, which account for 32 percent of total Georgia imports. Over the last five years, exports from the Port of Savannah to China have grown 31 percent. In 2010, the Port of Savannah became the biggest port for exports to China and handled 47 percent of the total Mid- and South Atlantic trade with China.
“SANY America is the first and still remains the largest Chinese investment of its size in Georgia,” said Sam A. Williams, president of the Metro Atlanta Chamber. “SANY’s choice to build its North American headquarters and manufacturing center here demonstrates metro Atlanta’s attractiveness to international companies and Georgia’s commitment to strengthen our ties with China.”
In addition to a well-established trade relationship, Georgia also consistently works to foster a cultural and educational exchange with China. The state welcomes incoming delegations from China at least twice a month. And for the first time, in 2010 Georgia’s tourism division successfully launched in-language tourism products targeting the four top Chinese tour operators to promote Georgia tourism in China. Georgia’s academic institutions also have strong ties to China, including the Asia Council of the University System of Georgia and the Georgia Tech-Shanghai Initiative, which both promote study abroad and other educational exchange opportunities for students here and in China.
Stella Xu, Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) manager for China initiatives, assisted the company with this project.
Man Arrested in Connection with 5-Month Old's Death
On February 25, 2011 Fayette County Sheriff’s Investigator’s arrested Steven Anthony Haire, 22, of Franklin in connection with the death of Zachery Freeman, 5 months old, related to an incident that occurred at a residence on West Lane in north Fayette County. Fayette Investigator’s have charged Haire with Cruelty to Children in the First Degree where additional charges are expected.
On February 21, 2011 Fayette County Sheriff’s Deputies along with Fayette County EMS responded to a home on West Lane in reference to a 5 month old child who was not breathing. Haire told Fayette County Sheriff’s deputies that the child stopped breathing after he laid the child down with a bottle to take a nap.
Emergency workers who responded to the incident location performed CPR on the 5 month old who was then transported to Piedmont Fayette Hospital and later life flighted to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Pediatric Hospital. The five month old was placed on life support when he arrived at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. On February 25 the child was taken off of life support and died at 7:01 PM.
Fayette Investigator’s working with the doctor’s at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta determined that the child’s injuries were not consistent with the statements given by Haire at the time of the incident. Haire was later arrested in connection with the child’s death where he is currently in the Fayette County Jail.
It wasn't a bomb...
On February 26, 2011, at 11:47 AM officers responded to the parking lot of Braelinn Village Shopping Center in reference to a person receiving a chemical burn. Upon arrival, Peachtree City Fire Department and Police Department personnel discovered an unknown device that had exploded in the hand of the victim. Clayton County Police Department Bomb Squad responded to the scene to assist in the identification of the device. It was discovered that it was a survival type safety flare that was accidently ignited by the occupant of the vehicle. At no time was the public at risk. The bomb squad removed the device from the scene. The victim was treated and released for burns to the hand.
Friday’s Pre-K Lottery Drawing Postponed
The Fayette County Public School System has postponed its pre-K lottery drawing for students whose parents registered them for spaces in the 2011-2012 program, but registrations for the drawing are continuing through the published deadline of March 3 at 2 p.m.
The drawing, scheduled for March 4, has been cancelled due to possible changes to the pre-K program that have been proposed by Governor Nathan Deal. If the state legislature approves his recommendations, the pre-K school day will be reduced to a half-day program, down to four hours from six and a half hours a day.
Since a decision on the proposal has not been made, school officials decided to postpone the lottery drawing for pre-K slots until lawmakers reach a final consensus.
Parents who registered their children for the drawing will be notified of the postponement.
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Sunday, February 27, 2011
Everyday Heroes: School Social Workers Honored During National Recognition Week
School success is not all about academics. Social, emotional and economic factors play a part, sometimes creating obstacles that stand in the way. Helping students and families navigate their way through these non-academic obstacles are school social workers.
Fayette County Public Schools has three social workers, Kim Bryan, Michelle Martin and Eulene Paulk. Their responsibility is a much about working with the student as it is about working with their families. During the 2009-2010 school year, they assisted 643 families with social, emotional, economic, mental health, medical, and school attendance improvement needs.
March 6-12 is National School Social Work Week. This year’s theme, “Social Workers Change Futures,” celebrates the many ways school social workers make a difference in the lives of students every day.
“Our social workers work tirelessly making a difference in the lives of our families in Fayette County. They are greatly appreciated for all their hard work,” says Barbara Serapion, director of Pupil Personnel Services for Fayette County Public Schools.
School social workers serve as link between the school, community and home by:
* Assisting with the enforcement of the Georgia Compulsory School Attendance Law by assessing barriers to school attendance
* Providing referral information to facilitate family and student use of community-based resources for social, emotional, economic, and medical needs
* Providing assessment and referral services for displaced students and families
* Conducting home visits to assess environmental factors that inhibit learning and impede the social/emotional well-being of students
* Promoting parental responsibility
* Helping parents to better understand and meet the social, developmental and emotional needs of their children
* Reporting concerns of child abuse and neglect
* Collaborating with community resources to meet the needs of at risk students and families
School social workers have an impact on children that extends long after the final school bell rings. Fayette County Public Schools asks the community to remember to thank Fayette’s school social workers March 6-12 for their dedication to students and families in the county.
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Friday, February 25, 2011
Students Juggle Technology at Bennett’s Mill Middle School
How is juggling connected to technology? Well, there is no connection, but juggling teaches eye/hand coordination and self-confidence, traits that might prove useful in building something like a bridge.
Seventh grader Chris Cassidy teaches a five-minute juggling course to fellow students during their technology period at Bennett’s Mill Middle. About six to eight students participate in the juggling lessons each week, says technology teacher Jim Uttley.
A recent accomplishment by fellow student Andrew Hogan prompted a celebration from the jugglers. Andrew built a bridge out of K’Nex building materials that spanned 10 feet with a 6-foot clearance. It was part of his construction project in Uttley’s technology class. It took three days to complete.
Technology students at Bennett’s Mill learn about a number of possible career tracks including music production, car design, computer aided design and manufacturing, video game design, graphics and animation, web page design, aerodynamics, flight simulation, construction, robotics, and video production.
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Fayette County Schools Counselors Raise Awareness for Guidance and Counseling
School Counselors in the Fayette County School System are active members of the Fayette School Counselor Association (FSCA) which serves to advance the profession of school counseling and also provides opportunities for professional development.
The organization promotes an improved understanding and appreciation of guidance and counseling services in the school setting. In addition, the FSCA recognizes the need to enhance a spirit of unity, cooperation, suppport and fellowship among counselors and the community.
It is important to raise the awareness of the community at large about the important role of the school counselor in the multi-diciplinary approach used to support the healthy person, social and academic growth of our students.
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Thursday, February 24, 2011
Burglar nabbed...
Officers responded to the home in just under 2 minutes from the time the call was dispatched. The home was cleared to ensure that no subjects were located in the residence and the homeowners were safe. A perimeter around the area was established, and an on-duty Fayette County Sheriff’s Office K9 Officer responded to the location to assist in tracking the offender.
While searching the area, Officers located a subject who was standing on Pinemount Drive. JONES, MARLON D., 22, of Yates Rd., College Park, Ga., was taken into custody and questioned. JONES admitted to entering the home, which he believed to be vacant. While in the home, he took an X-Box, a computer, a laser pointer, and liquor. With the exception of the laser pointer that was in JONES’ possession, all stolen items were located under a tree by Officers who were searching the area.
JONES is currently located at the Fayette County Jail. Warrants for JONES are currently pending for LOITERING AND PROWLING AND BURGLARY.
If anyone has information that would assist the Police Department in this or any other incidents, please contact the Criminal Investigations Division at 770-631-2510 or the Crime and Narcotics Information Hotline, (770) 487-6010. You may remain anonymous.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Near Sweep By Middle Schools at Academic Bowl
Fayette’s middle schools dominated the Regional Academic Bowl at Griffin RESA, only missing a third place victory for a complete sweep.
Rising Starr and Flat Rock took first and second place, respectively. Fayette Middle secured fourth place. The contest included schools from Butts, Fayette, Henry, Lamar, Newton, Pike, Spalding, and Upson counties.
This year has been extremely successful for Fayette Middle; the school was also the Region 6 co-winner of the PAGE (Professional Association of Georgia Educators) Academic Bowl for Middle Grades.
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HS Academic Teams Triumph at Regional and State Tourneys
Fayette’s academic teams put their marks on the RESA Regional and State Academic bowls.
An allusive third place victory was all that kept the county’s varsity and junior varsity teams from sweeping the entire regional meet at Griffin RESA. Varsity winners were McIntosh High, first place; Starr’s Mill High (Team A), second place; and Starr’s Mill High (Team B), fourth place. At the JV level, Starr’s Mill took first, McIntosh second, and Whitewater High fourth.
All of the teams qualified to advance to the state competition in Flowery Branch February 12. This time Starr’s Mill (Team A) beat McIntosh in the semi-final round and came back to overtake Flowery Branch High in the finals, clinching the state title.
“The kids are pretty excited about being state champs,” says academic team coach Nancy Close.
McIntosh finished in third place.
Whitewater High’s JV team made it to the quarterfinals before losing to Calhoun High, a team they had beaten earlier.
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2011 Boy Scout Golden Eagle Dinner to Honor Dan Cathy
Community leaders and members of the Fayette business community will gather at the 2011 Fayette County Boy Scout Golden Eagle Dinner. The 2nd annual dinner is a fundraiser for the Flint River Council. Funds raised support the local scouting program and help keep the costs of scouting down for the local boys who participate in scouting. Last year’s dinner raised $67, 642, and organizers are hoping to top that number this year. The Flint River Council, Boy Scouts of America, has served Fayette County since 1927, shaping the lives of young people by fostering the development of a strong values-centered life and training the leaders of tomorrow through a partnership with families and communities.
The 2011 Fayette County Boy Scout Golden Eagle Dinner will be held Thursday, March 24th at Glendalough Manor in Tyrone. This year’s dinner will honor Dan Cathy, COO and President of Chick-fil-A, Inc, Mr. Cathy will be recognized for exemplifying the Boy Scout law and oath in his life, through his work in the community and his support of scouting. Former Mayor of Peachtree City, Harold Logsdon is serving as the Golden Eagle Honorary Chairperson. The evening will begin with fellowship at 6:00 P.M. followed by dinner and a program at 6:45 P.M. There is no ticket cost to attend the event. However, attendees will be asked to pledge financial support to the Fayette County Scouting programs. Reservations may be made by contacting Peggy Murphy, Senior District Executive at 678-603-8445 or via email at peggy.murphy@scouting.org.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Traffic delays and single lane closing. Hwy 74 at Aberdeen on Mon 2/21/11 from 8-10am.
On Monday, February 21, 2011 from 8:00 am until approximately 10:00 am, the Peachtree City Police Department will have one southbound lane of Highway 74 at Aberdeen Parkway shut down. Additionally, there may be times that traffic is slowed and briefly halted in the open lane. During this time, the Department’s Community Response Team will be conducting a follow-up investigation into the multi-vehicle, fatal collision that occurred on February 9th, 2011. The Department would like to thank everyone in advance for their patience and understanding when experiencing slight delays in this area.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Fayette County Parks and Recreation Courses
Will begin at the Activities House where you and your team can participate in a local experience that is as much adventure race as it is scavenger hunt. Similar to The Amazing Race, but on a local level, anyone can participate! This experience consists of teams of two that will solve clues, travel to local points of interest, and complete fun challenges while discovering Fayette County in a whole new way.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
The Tyrone PD seeks public assistance to reduce crime on the south side of town.
Citizens,
We have had several incidents of commercial burglary, theft, and property damage on the south side of Town over the past year, so I wanted to take a moment to remind all of our citizens to please call us if you see something suspicious in your travels in this area or in your neighborhood. The specific area that I am talking about is along a stretch of Senoia Road from Dogwood Trail to the south Town Limits and inside Shamrock Industrial Park.
A detailed, interactive map of the area showing the reported incidents is available at the following link:
http://www.mylocalcrime.com/fullscreen#33.447006%2C%20-84.60143 (if that link doesn't work, please try: http://tinyurl.com/4w8mxsq)
As hard as we might try, we cannot be everywhere at once, so we are asking the public to call 911 or 770-461-HELP (4357) anytime you see something suspicious while you're out and about anywhere in the Town. We've cleared several incidents in the past based on information from citizens reporting things that "just didn't look right", so please don't hesitate to call no matter how insignificant something might seem.
We are increasing patrols and traffic enforcement in this area at this time. This activity, along with the vigilant eyes and ears of our citizens and business owners will go a long way towards decreasing these incidents.
Respectfully,
Chief Brandon Perkins
Achieve the Georgia Work Ready Certification, Get Free Gas!
Georgia Work Ready Incentive Award
Fayette County Residents Only
NOTE: The Fayette County Incentive Process begins February 1, 2011 & continues while funding is available.
General Public: Must be a Fayette County Resident.
Any Fayette County Adult Resident who is not a high school student and achieves the Georgia Work Ready Certification is eligible for a one time* Fayette County Incentive in the form of gas cards as described below. This incentive process begins February 1, 2011 and will continue while funding is available. Thus, it may stop without notice. Supplies are limited. Register today.
*One time means the first time the individual takes the assessment and achieves a certificate.
(1) Take the Georgia Work Ready Assessment through Southern Crescent Technical College.
(2) Achieve score at one of the certificate levels (bronze, silver, gold, or platinum).
(3) The appropriate gift card(s) will be distributed after the assessment scores and incentive level are verified.
Recipients must provide name, address, social security number, and signature.
Register to take the Georgia Work Ready assessment TODAY!
http://www.sctech.edu/business/work.php http://www.gaworkready.org
--OR-- Call 770-228-7364 (Southern Crescent Tech)
Ronald McDonald gets a little help from Fayetteville Cops
The Fayetteville Police Department will be serving as a drop-off point for aluminum can tabs which will be turned over to the Ronald McDonald House to benefit their charity.
The mission of the Ronald McDonald House Charities is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well being of children. The Ronald McDonald House charities also operate temporary homes for families of children who are critically ill.
The Fayetteville Police Department is conducting this charitable operation in memory of Ava Scruggs-Roberson the infant grandchild of Donna Phillips, the Administrative Assistant to the Chief of the Fayetteville Police Department. Ava passed away February 18, 2009 at 8 days old. Phillips stated the Ronald McDonald House was an incredible blessing to their family during Ava’s illness.
Anyone wishing to contribute is encouraged to drop off their aluminum can tabs (tabs only) at the collection box which is located in the lobby of the Fayetteville Police Department.
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Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Speed Networking at the Chamber
Start building new business relationships! The Fayette Chamber has a great opportunity for those business representatives who want to expand their network. Join us at the Fayette Chamber’s next Speed Networking session on Tuesday, February 22 at 7:30 a.m., 200 Courthouse Square, Fayetteville, GA.
Each person in a pair is allowed a minute to talk – then the bell rings and individuals on one side of the table shift down a seat to meet someone new. Be prompt and prepared to learn “who they are” and “what they do” in a fast pace, facilitated session. Business cards are required.
The sessions are free of charge, but registration is required. Visit www.FayetteChamber.org to register through the Chamber’s event calendar by Monday, February 21st. For more information, contact the Fayette Chamber at (770) 461-9983. Open to Chamber members and non-members.
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Sunday, February 13, 2011
The Avenue Peachtree City Supports CARE
Eyeglasses, after school tuition, clothes, school supplies, hearing aid batteries, these are some basic needs that donations from the community and The Avenue in Peachtree City are helping fulfill for Fayette’s public school students through the CARE (Children at Risk in Education) program.
The Avenue hosts free community events throughout the year where families can gather, have fun, and make an optional donation to support CARE. During the holiday season, the shopping center offered free carriage rides and photos with Santa, many patrons took the opportunity to give to CARE.
A check totaling over $1,500 was recently presented to CARE Coordinator Karen Spangler that included the community donations as well as a $1,000 contribution from The Avenue Peachtree City.
“We and our families appreciate all that this community and The Avenue does to support our students. Meeting basic needs is essential to a student’s academic success. In this economy, we have a number of families who are barely getting by. We want to help them as much as we can; donations like this enables us to stretch our reach,” says Spangler.
For more information about CARE, contact Spangler at 770-460-3990. To learn more about upcoming events at The Avenue Peachtree City, visit http://peachtreecity.shoptheavenue.com.
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Saturday, February 12, 2011
Peachtree City welcomes Joey Grisham as City’s new Economic Development Coordinator
Although Joey Grisham had a wintery welcome his first month on the job as Peachtree City’s first full-time Economic Development Coordinator, he has hit the ground running since relocating to Peachtree City from Texas in January.
Grisham has nearly a decade of experience in economic development and retail consulting, successfully leading local economic development agencies in Texas, Alabama, and Mississippi. He is one of fewer than 300 individuals in the country to possess a Master’s Degree in Economic Development.
Grisham comes to Peachtree City from Keller, Texas, which was named as the 7th Best Place to Live by MONEY Magazine (just ahead of Peachtree City’s #8 slot). He also worked in Granbury, Texas, which was named one of the Top Places to Retire.
As a retail market consultant, Grisham has been involved in projects in six states, performing market assessments, retail leakage/surplus analyses, demographic/psychographic profiling, and making community/economic development recommendations. Over the years, he has developed a large network of contacts with realtors, developers, site location consultants, retailers, and corporations that will be of benefit to Peachtree City.
Joey has set an impressive list of goals for his first year with Peachtree City. He said, “First, I look forward to working closely with local businesses to help market shopping centers and reduce retail leakage, along with getting to know our existing industries and identifying any possible expansion plans and how the City might be able to assist.”
He is developing a long-range Economic Development Strategic Plan as he works with the Development Authority of Peachtree City and the Fayette County Development Authority to enhance the business climate.
Another priority of Grisham’s is to develop professional marketing materials and update Peachtree City’s website to include more economic development information for recruiting new businesses to the community.
Finally, he will be providing monthly economic development updates in Peachtree City’s weekly email newsletter, Peachtree City UPDATES. Residents can subscribe to this publication at www.peachtree-city.org/subscribe.
As a first step toward meeting these goals, Grisham will present a proposed budget for the new Economic Development Department to the Mayor and City Council for discussion and on Thursday, February 17. Council approved the City’s first full-time Economic Development Coordinator position as part of the FY 2011 budget. Grisham’s proposal will be available Friday, February 11, on the City’s web site as part of the Council Meeting Packet at www.peachtree-city.org/councilagenda.
Peachtree City’s Interim City Manager, Nikki Vrana, said, “We welcome Joey to Peachtree City. His background and professional experience make him a perfect fit for our community, and we look forward to his bringing a much greater focus on economic development in the coming year.” Grisham holds degrees from the University of Mississippi, University of Memphis, and University of Southern Mississippi. He and his wife, Shandy Long, have two children.
Fayette Continues Rein at Regional Math Tourney
Middle school math teams placed first in every division, and students swept the overall individual winners category in the Griffin RESA (Regional Educational Service Agency) 2011 Middle School Math Contest.
First place winners were Bennett’s Mill (Division I), Fayette Middle (Division II), and J.C. Booth (Division III).
Additionally, Rising Starr took second place in Division III.
Overall individual winners were Nathan Hung (first place), J.C. Booth; Seth Triplett (second place), J.C. Booth; and Nicholas Powell (third place), Bennett’s Mill.
Over 24 middle schools participated in this year’s contest, setting a new record. The regional competition included schools from Butts, Fayette, Henry, Lamar, Newton, Pike, Spalding, and Upson counties.
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Friday, February 11, 2011
Skills Tested in Regional Vo-Tech Competition
Months of practice and preparation paid off for students at Sandy Creek High as they wowed judges at the annual 2011 Georgia SkillsUSA Region 5 Competition at Central Georgia Technical College in Macon on February 4.
The students participated in 12 competitions and medaled in 10, bringing home six first place wins, three second, and one third. They competed in professions ranging from automotive refinishing technology, power equipment technology, and automotive service technology to preschool teaching assistant, graphic communications, extemporaneous speaking, advertising design, job skill demonstration, job interview, and graphic communications.
First and second place winners advance to the state competition March 17-19 at the Georgia International Convention Center in Atlanta. Winning state contestants go to the national contest June 19-25 in Kansas City, Mo.
Students receiving medals in the 2011 region 5 competition:
(First Place) Steven Banks, automotive refinishing technology; Rachel Barnes, preschool teaching assistant; Gavin Baswell, job skills demonstration open; Jason Fore, automotive service technology; Marissa Shenkle, extemporaneous speaking; and Chanelle Smith-Walker, advertising design.
(Second Place) Robbie Chontos, graphic communications; Addie Davis, job interview; and Alex Lynch, job skill demonstration A.
(Third Place) Chase Hearn, power equipment technology.
Additional competitors were Galwyn Hill, prepared speech; and the school’s SkillsUSA chapter quiz bowl team members Rachel Barber (team captain), Breah Carmichael, Kevaughn Charles, Andrew Kampras, Bria Forte, Alyssa Pointer, and Laura Llorens.
“Our chapter had great success at the competition. All of our students did a great job and I want to congratulate each one; I’m extremely proud,” says Jeff Dykes, the school’s graphic communications teacher and SkillsUSA advisor.
Addie Davis, chapter president and SkillsUSA state treasurer, pulled double duty at the competition. In addition to competing and securing a second place win in the job interview category, she also delivered the welcome to approximately 300 competitors and advisors and emceed the awards ceremony.
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