The Newnan Times-Herald

Coweta County will have one fewer road.

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners approved the abandonment of Lullwater Place at its Tuesday night meeting.

The road is located within the Lullwater subdivision, which is off of Clearwater Road near the town of Sharpsburg.

https://www.times-herald.com/news/lullwater-place-to-be-abandoned/article_21bf8126-3af6-11ef-819e-335e85deb0b8.html

Scammers are becoming more clever over the phone and calling victims claiming to be from the Coweta County Sheriff's Department.

Kimberly Burroughs Debrow, partner at Strickland Debrow LLP in Newnan, said she recently received a call from someone claiming to be from the CCSO saying she failed to report as a federal grand jury juror.

“That was red flag number one,” Debrow said in an email statement. “Then, he also stated that he was transferring me to a clerk, which was when I knew it was bogus. But before then, he confirmed my address, knew my whole name and used legal terminology such as, ‘bench warrant,’ ‘summons,’ etc.”

Sgt. Toby Nix with the CCSO said he receives several calls per week about these types of scams.

“They’re getting more clever,” Nix said.

Courts or law enforcement do not ask people to provide personal information over the phone such as social security numbers, credit card numbers or any other sensitive information, Nix said. Courts or law enforcement also will not call consumers asking them to pay money for missing jury duty.

To report a scam, call ​The Coweta County Sheriff’s Office at 770-253-1502.

https://www.times-herald.com/news/scammers-calling-and-posing-as-deputy/article_5323f41e-3afa-11ef-9b6a-bbf6855ff497.html

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The Belmont Park community has become a battleground as some residents accused the board members of using the fines to punish other property owners they didn’t approve of or like. Residents took sides.

Local residents of the Belmont Park community contacted Sen. Matt Brass in 2023, and he attended a meeting with them to discuss their issues.

Debt is not a reason to keep someone from voting. In Georgia, it takes being convicted of a felony to keep someone from voting in the public elections, Brass added.

https://www.times-herald.com/news/hoa-hell-belmont-park-in-newnan-sparks-state-legislation/article_0afb0c5e-3b04-11ef-8700-932bcdf58c39.html

LOCAL MATTERS: Congratulations to Meat ‘N’ Greet, 2024 Best of Coweta Winner for Best Appetizer!

In this category’s first year, Meat ’N’ Greet takes home the top spot for their amazing appetizers, including their 3 Fried Amigos, presented here by Amy Murphy and Katya Lewis.

Meat 'N’ Greet
11 Jefferson Street, Newnan • 770.683.4664
meatngreetnewnan.com

See the full list of the 2024 Best of Coweta Winners here: https://newnancowetamagazine.com/best-of-coweta-2024-winners

Congratulations to Meat ‘N’ Greet, 2024 Best of Coweta Winner for Best Appetizer!

In this category’s first year, Meat ’N’ Greet takes home the top spot for their amazing appetizers, including their 3 Fried Amigos, presented here by Amy Murphy and Katya Lewis.

Meat 'N’ Greet
11 Jefferson Street, Newnan • 770.683.4664
meatngreetnewnan.com

See the full list of the 2024 Best of Coweta Winners here: https://newnancowetamagazine.com/best-of-coweta-2024-winners

2024 Grantville PD Fireworks Show 2024 Grantville PD Fireworks Show.

It was a scorcher for the Fourth, but the heat didn't stop us from enjoying our favorite summer holiday. Here are a few snapshots from the day's events! Stay cool, Coweta!

ROAD CLOSURE ALERT! ⚠

A vehicle accident occurred on HWY 34 West near Newnan Crossing Blvd.

Both lanes are closed at this time.

Please avoid this area until further notice.

LOCAL MATTERS: Congratulations to Christy’s Cafe, 2024 Best of Coweta Winner for Best Breakfast!

For a hearty breakfast and yummy lunch‚ Cowetans turn to Christy's Cafe where‚ from left‚ Lisa Devane‚ owner Christy Crosier and Savanna Arrington are ready to serve you.

Congratulations to Christy’s Cafe, 2024 Best of Coweta Winner for Best Breakfast!

For a hearty breakfast and yummy lunch‚ Cowetans turn to Christy's Cafe where‚ from left‚ Lisa Devane‚ owner Christy Crosier and Savanna Arrington are ready to serve you.

Christy’s Cafe
27 Jackson Street, Newnan • 770.683.7512
facebook.com/christy.baucom27

See the full list of the 2024 Best of Coweta Winners here: https://newnancowetamagazine.com/best-of-coweta-2024-winners

Two outstanding Coweta institutions, the Coweta Community Foundation, and Senoia Area Historical Society, work every day to make our county a great place to live!

Look who's in the The Newnan Times-Herald? SAHS Board member alternate, John Wood-Realtor. John recently attended the Coweta Community Foundation grant writing workshop on behalf of SAHS. Thank you John for your hard work!

It all started with the idea of a simple rest stop.

Every family stops during a long road trip to get out and stretch a bit before continuing the journey. The Georgia Bulldog football team was no different.

In the early 1970s, the Bulldogs sought a stopping spot on their every-other-year road trip to the plains of Alabama to play the Auburn Tigers. The four-hour bus needed a midpoint with easy off-and-on access to Interstate 85.

While Newnan seemed like a good spot, someone within the Georgia Athletic Department sealed the deal.

Norma Haynes was called to duty to spread the word. She was an officer in Newnan’s Georgia Bulldog Club and oversaw a telephone committee to promote the event.

https://www.times-herald.com/sports/a-bulldog-rest-stop-in-newnan/article_e0d70832-3893-11ef-8dd6-aff935c66df0.html

LOCAL MATTERS: Newnan-Coweta Magazine readers set yet another record this year, casting more than 6,600 ballots in our sixth annual Best of Coweta Readers’ Choice Awards.

Since the reader-voted contest started in 2019, participation has grown each year with more and more votes coming in from residents supporting their favorite businesses, services, products and providers.

Along with our advertisers, who make the Best of Coweta issue possible, we heartily thank our annual Best of Coweta sponsor, Coweta-Fayette EMC, who works with us each year to support community and economic development via this annual shoutout to local businesses.

See the full list of the 2024 Best of Coweta Winners here:
https://newnancowetamagazine.com/best-of-coweta-2024-winners

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Newnan resident Jean Reynolds won the 2024 Children’s Hospital of Illinois Championship on the ANNIKA Women’s All Pro Tour.

Reynolds finished the 72-hole tournament tied with Kalli Vongsaga. On the third playoff hole, Reynolds birdied to defeat Vongsaga by one stroke.

The Newnan native started the final round two spots back from Vongsaga but stayed in a consistent mindset as she turned in a 3-under bogey-free on the front nine.

https://www.times-herald.com/sports/reynolds-wins-children-s-hospital-of-illinois-tourney/article_f1f38610-3887-11ef-b0b3-1746446108b6.html

A Newnan man accused of fleeing from police is back in jail after two arrests in less than a week.

According to jail documents, Michael Gene Stanley was charged with obstruction of law enforcement on June 27 and again on July 1.

He remains in jail, for now, on a $5,600 bond.

https://www.times-herald.com/news/frequent-flee-er-arrested-twice-in-one-week/article_baa4d3ca-37ed-11ef-bc61-c73302d7b8ed.html

Dean Henson, chief tax appraiser for Coweta County, said cash sales, bidding wars, and everything else that has driven up property sales prices are also driving up assessments.

“All of it is affecting market value, which in turn affects our assessment because we have to be at fair market value,” Henson said. "We’re trying our best to do what the law requires and be at fair market value."

https://www.times-herald.com/news/tax-assessments-increase-with-property-sale-prices/article_1313314a-3588-11ef-a17c-bb9c82eb9df2.html

A man charged with hit and run in Newnan was captured in Union City.

Ralphel Martenez Fowler, 37, was charged with driving under the influence after his arrest on July 1.

The incident occurred just after midnight when Newnan police officers responded to the intersection of Bullsboro Drive and Newnan Crossing Bypass about a hit and run.

https://www.times-herald.com/news/hit-and-run-driver-captured-in-union-city/article_984803d8-37ed-11ef-876a-83d47d0619b3.html

Roadwork on LaGrange Street will not interfere with the upcoming Fourth of July festivities at Newnan High School.

Roadwork will not take place on July 4-5.

PSA:
Piedmont Paving (PPI) will begin roadwork on LaGrange Street starting Tuesday, July 2. The will start at the intersection of LaGrange St./Cougar Wy/Boone Dr. and work their way up toward Downtown Newnan before doubling back LaGrange Street toward Smokey Road. Thank you for your patience.
Roadwork will not take place on July 4-5.
https://www.newnanga.gov/268/Public-Works

Birth Announcements: June 2024 - Welcoming Coweta's newest arrivals!

https://www.times-herald.com/announcements/birth-announcements-june-2024/article_beb5e3f6-37ab-11ef-8757-7383e4b4ec67.html

Sobataka adds additional role as Newnan volleyball coach When Newnan High School needed a new head volleyball coach, they did not have to look far.

Coweta Water and Sewerage Authority is petitioning the state for a variance to enact a level two drought response plan.

Rick Jones, chief operating officer for CWSA, said the water demand has increased from 10.5 million gallons to more than 20 million gallons per day.

According to the Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia, declaring a level two drought does not allow water to be used for several items.

https://www.times-herald.com/news/coweta-water-and-sewerage-authority-asks-customers-to-cut-back-on-water-usage/article_39493e6e-34ce-11ef-974c-332be04583a3.html

ECHS student self-publishes fantasy novel East Coweta High School rising senior Gabriel Lyannas can add author to his resume.

Please see the attached traffic flow plan for the July 4th fireworks that will be held at Newnan High School.

UPDATE: Authorities have revealed the victims of a tragic murder-suicide that claimed the lives of four individuals.

Authorities identified the victims as Joshua David Wimmer, 32, Tina Elaine Sasser, 55, and Parker Bethel Anderson, 31.

The suspected shooter, Brandon D. Suckow, 32, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities said.

https://www.times-herald.com/news/four-dead-in-suspected-murder-suicide/article_e128957a-3619-11ef-a749-b73a2b2abac7.html

Investigators are looking for answers after an overnight murder-suicide.

On Saturday, June 29, shortly after 1 a.m., deputies from the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence on Crabapple Ct. and reportedly located two deceased bodies in the driveway and one in the doorway.

One male ran inside the residence and authorities heard a gunshot, according to the sheriff's office.

Coweta County SWAT was activated and responded to the scene. The residence was secured and a fourth deceased person was located inside the house.

Names of the victims have not been released at this time, pending the notification of the family of the deceased.

https://www.times-herald.com/news/ccso-four-dead-in-overnight-suspected-murder-suicide/article_e128957a-3619-11ef-a749-b73a2b2abac7.html

The countdown is on for the return of fireworks to Newnan High School on July 4th!

However, due to ongoing construction, parking will be limited. Attendees are encouraged to walk to the school or plan accordingly.

Entry to the event will be on Armory Road, and gates open at 5 p.m. The lower field and baseball field will be open for families to gather and watch the show.

Food trucks:
J Holt's Smokehouse
Chic-fil-A
Foundation Church
Mr. Frosty's LLC
The Social Sugar

Free water, thanks to a grant from Niagara Bottling, will be available throughout the event.

$1 popcorn will be available from the Newnan Rotary Club.

Local bands The Interns and The Expectations will provide musical entertainment before the fireworks ceremony begins at dark.

There is no charge for admission and all ages are welcome.

MAP: https://felt.com/map/Rotary-Fireworks-at-Newnan-High-School-QFgSdlEsQt6dYUreSFmsVB?loc=33.361255,-84.809092,18.15z

Low water levels on the Chattahoochee have been causing travel delays for those looking for a quick day trip between parks.

Approximately one week after a water rescue on the Chattahoochee River, Coweta County Fire Rescue was dispatched again for another river rescue effort after an inner tube party ran later than expected.

Approximately nine people, including a baby, were located a half mile north of McIntosh Reserve.

https://www.times-herald.com/news/party-of-nine-safe-after-river-rescue/article_869303dc-3765-11ef-ba33-672c4b45b61b.html

Breaking News…
Conn’s HomePlus already closing at Newnan Pavilion

Closing list: https://thecitymenus.com/2024/05/06/whats-closed-in-west-georgia-updated-restaurant-and-retail-closures/

Photo submitted by Josh K

Investigators are looking for answers after an overnight murder-suicide.

On Saturday, June 29, shortly after 1 a.m., deputies from the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence on Crabapple Ct. and reportedly located two deceased bodies in the driveway and one in the doorway.

One male ran inside the residence and authorities heard a gunshot, according to the sheriff's office.

Coweta County SWAT was activated and responded to the scene. The residence was secured and a fourth deceased person was located inside the house.

Names of the victims have not been released at this time, pending the notification of the family of the deceased.

https://www.times-herald.com/news/ccso-four-dead-in-overnight-suspected-murder-suicide/article_e128957a-3619-11ef-a749-b73a2b2abac7.html