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9 Things You Didn’t Know About Coweta County, Georgia

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 15, 2024

A tense moment unfolded at a Friday night football game when a student from East Coweta High School was arrested for carrying a handgun. The incident took place at approximately 9:30 p.m. during the Northgate vs. Newnan matchup, according to a letter released by Northgate High School Principal Dr. Ashley Wilkes.

Crime

East Coweta High Student Arrested for Bringing Handgun to Football Game

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 14, 2024September 14, 2024

A major bridge replacement project is set to begin on Fischer Road at Shoal Creek in Coweta County, starting August 26, 2024. The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced that contractors will close the bridge and a section of Fischer Road for 30 days to complete the construction.

Traffic & Transportation

Fischer Road at Shoal Creek in Coweta County to Close For Bridge Replacement

by Thom ChandlerAugust 22, 2024August 22, 2024

Fire truck with lights

Fire

Tragic House Fire in Coweta County Claims Six Lives

by Thom ChandlerJune 17, 2024June 17, 2024

The University of West Georgia is set to expand its Go West Early dual enrollment program to Coweta County, providing high school students with the opportunity to earn college credits before graduation. Starting in Fall 2024, the program aims to facilitate students' transition to higher education by allowing them to take courses that will count towards both their high school diploma and college degree.

Now Students in Coweta County Can Do Dual Enrollment at University of West Georgia

by Thom ChandlerApril 2, 2024April 2, 2024

🛤 The Details: As storms battered the region, key highways and local roads across several counties faced significant disruptions:

Newsflash, Traffic & Transportation

Storms Wreak Havoc in Georgia, Disrupting Rush Hour With Downed Trees and Blocked Roads

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 28, 2024February 28, 2024

🔍 The Details: The Coweta County Sheriff's Office has issued a scam alert after several reports of scammers contacting residents, falsely stating they are employees of the Sheriff's Office and claiming the residents have outstanding warrants. These scammers, who even use the names of actual employees, are asking for personal information over the phone.

Crime

Coweta County Residents Targeted by Scammers Posing as Sheriff’s Office Employees

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 26, 2024February 26, 2024

The Gist: Deputy Sheriff Eric Minix of the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office lost his life in the line of duty on January 4, during a vehicle pursuit.

Crime

Coweta County Deputy Eric Minix Killed in The Line of Duty: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 5, 2024January 5, 2024

The Gist: Legurtha B. Riley, diagnosed with dementia, has been reported missing in Newnan. Police and family members are urgently seeking public assistance.

Newnan Woman with Dementia Missing: Police Need Your Help

by Thom ChandlerDecember 26, 2023December 26, 2023

Inside Alan Jackson’s Health Battle: What We Know

by Patti GrecoNovember 15, 2023November 15, 2023

Broken glass

Traffic & Transportation

Major Crash Blocks All Lanes on State Route 14 East in Coweta County

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2023November 6, 2023

⏰ The Gist: Governor Brian Kemp announced today that Hyundai Industrial Co., Ltd. will invest more than $24 million and create 100 new jobs in a manufacturing facility near Newnan in Coweta County.

Hyundai Industrial To Invest $24 Million, Create 100 Jobs in Coweta County

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2023November 1, 2023

The five-star sophomore led Carrollton (Georgia) to a win over East Coweta with a prolific passing performance

High School Sports

High School Football: Julian Lewis, USC Trojans 5-star Quarterback Commit, Fills Stat Sheet in Win

by Zach ShuganOctober 7, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: The seasonal burn ban in Georgia ceased as of October 1, reinstating outdoor burning in 54 counties under specific regulations.

Georgia’s outdoor burn ban has been lifted

by Thom ChandlerOctober 2, 2023October 2, 2023

The Gist: Quick action from a Chick-fil-A staff member saved a choking child during a family lunch.

Georgia Chick-fil-A Employee Saves Child from Choking

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 21, 2023October 10, 2023