From the Editor’s Pen
Coweta celebrates the Fourth
Proud Americans
Three of the most patriotic Cowetans we know — Col. G.D. Hendrix, Mrs. Norma Haynes and Col. Willie H. Boyd — help celebrate the Fourth of July by sharing their thoughts on being an American
Where to celebrate the Fourth
From Newnan’s annual downtown parade and nighttime fireworks to the annual barbecue in Moreland and a patriotic play in Grantville, we show you where the action will be in Coweta County on the Fourth of July.
On Parties and Parades
Find out which LaGrange Street porch is party central during Newnan’s annual July 4th parade and fireworks extravaganza.
Local Heritage
With a presidential primary just months away, many Cowetans are already thinking about politics. In this issue we take a look back at state politics with the “Three Governors Controversy” which included Gov. Ellis Arnall of Newnan.
Meet a Reader
Meet Shannon “Lucy” Garlington, a wife, mother and homemaker who came to Newnan from Louisiana.
Saddle Up
Equine veterinarian Larry Olsen puts 200,000+ miles on his Chevy Suburban each year caring for animals in Coweta County and a dozen other counties nearby.
Coweta Cooks
Her Turtle Cheesecake is the stuff of legend, but Coweta Cook Suzanne Moore doesn’t like to talk about her cooking prowess, preferring to let her cooking doing the talking — and that’s just fine with her friends.
Experience new flavors of friendship
Manuel Robero and Rene Carballida are two men who came to America seeking better lives for their families. Today they operate two of the growing number of Coweta businesses specializing in Mexican cuisine and groceries.
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Family Fun
Let the kids spend a day learning about puppets and the art of puppetry and puppet-making with a trip to the Atlanta Puppetry Arts Center.
Trash or Treasure?
With an Appraising Eye
How much is it worth? Nationally-certified appraisers Carlene Collins and Sally Wood know a thing or two about what’s valuable in those Coweta attics and basements.
Restoration to the Rescue
When that cherished family plate comes crashing down in a dozen pieces, Newnan’s Frederica Barr is the woman to call.
Dollar Store Divas
For a select group of Coweta women, there’s joy to be found combing the thrift stores and consignment shops around town.
Going Junkin’
At the home of Scott and Liz Barnett of Newnan, vintage finds are repurposed and artfully displayed in a home that is an elegant blend of old and new.66 Preserving furniture — and memories Brent Harmon of Newnan has been restoring furniture for more than 30 years, preserving family memories as well as furniture.
Preserving furniture -- and memories
Brent Harmon of Newnan has been restoring furniture for more than 30 years, preserving family memories as well as furniture.
An Automatic Friendship
It may not be Mayberry, but the friendship is a big part of what keeps Floyd Hanie and Barney Boatright restoring old cars together.
To Junk or Not to Junk
Whether you want to store your junk or simply get rid of a load of it, Cowetans can help you manage your stuff.
The Bookshelf
Things I’ve learned
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