Renea Lynn and Melanie Gramling talk a little about the story behind the Chatty Newnan Women group and its growing popularity in Coweta County.
Sharpsburg Mayor Blue Cole says his hometown is a fast-growing area with the potential to become a vibrant, active community with a small-town feel.
Mayor Keith Brady looks back on the last ten years of Newnan's history and what's in store for the next ten.
In several gestures of peace and goodwill this week, the Newnan Police Department focused on rewarding the law-abiding citizens of Coweta.
First responders deliver Thanksgiving to families in need across Coweta.
There’s only one downtown Newnan, but a local Lego shop has recreated the iconic courthouse right inside its store.
District 71 candidate forum, held at Central Education Center. Video presented by NuLink/WOW! and CEC
Station 4 will help alleviate the call volume received to Station 1 in downtown Newnan, which handles 54 percent of all calls inside the city limits and accounts for 16 percent of calls to all fire stations, including city and county.
Dr. Joel Richardson talks about his career as a pastor, living in Newnan, and shares a few good Gandy stories too.
Dr. James Thomasson talks about growing up in Coweta County during a recent event hosted by the Newnan-Coweta Historical Society.
Sheriff's office candidates Jimmy Callaway, Randolph Collins, Doug Jordan and Lenn Wood participate in a debate held at Central Education Center on May 9, 2019
A press conference is held following the fatal shooting of a Coweta County deputy.
Lenn Wood, a Coweta native and current candidate for the office of sheriff, has served for a number of years as the president of the Georgia Association of SROs and was sworn in as acting sheriff after Mike Yeager’s retirement earlier this year.
The Poplar Road project has been more than 20 years in the making, and a ceremonial groundbreaking was held in May 2016.
Sheriff's candidate Randolph Collins is a Coweta native who started out with the Newnan Police Department and eventually found his way protecting President George W Bush as a member of the secret service prior to returning to Newnan several years ago.
A Newnan man is facing criminal charges after leading deputies on a high-speed chase.
Mike Yeager talks about his 26 years as Sheriff of Coweta County, including his race for sheriff in 1992, the historic Rainwater murder case, challenges faced along the way and the future of law enforcement.
Lenn Wood speaks after being officially sworn in as Sheriff.
In this episode, we turn our attention to the upcoming race for Coweta County Sheriff and interview the first of five candidates – James "Jimmy" Callaway.
The first section of the proposed 25-mile multi-use LINC trail system is officially open. A ribbon-cutting ceremony signaled the opening of the LINC. City staff and supporters filled the path near ‘Cleatus Creek’ to officially declare the path open to the public.
Keith Dunnavant's latest book, Spy Pilot, features a look at the son of famed U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers, and presents the facts and dispels misinformation about the Cold War espionage program that turned his father into a Cold War icon.
Grantville police are hoping the public can help identify a man who robbed a local gas station clerk.
A suspect’s alleged attempt to burglarize the Dollar General store at 4889 W. Hwy 34 was doused after his first try.
Newnan police release dash-cam footage from high-speed interstate pursuit, foot chase
During the annual Twelve Days of Christmas campaign, firefighters will be going door to door and installing new smoke detectors for homeowners that need them.
The quick actions and fortunate timing of Marie Fortin possibly saved the life of her neighbors.
Laura Mattia talks about the new look of the Children's Museum
Barbara Landreth has taught at Newnan High School for 58 years, for the last 56 years in Room 106.
Now officially retired, Steve Mader talks about getting his start in the car business, coming to Newnan, philanthropy, and what makes a good salesperson.
Beth Barnett says efforts to ease the tax burden on local seniors turned political, calling it “regrettable” in comments during Tuesday’s school board meeting.
From Oct. 1-5, the Coweta County School System’s 25 pre-K classes marked the occasion with special guests, books and activities.
Gary Welden from Newnan Kiwanis talks about Special Education Day at the Kiwanis Coweta County Fair
Honoring the fallen at the Public Safety 9/11 Memorial Service
Jenny Jones talks about the third-annual Labor Day Arts & Crafts Festival.
The Coweta County Sheriff's Office seals up a 25-year time capsule.
Coweta County School Board member Linda Menk discusses the Perkins Act.
Guitars Not Guns celebrates 4 years of sharing music and community
Coweta County Board of Education members agree to pursue a third-party investigation to counter what the board’s attorney said he believes are baseless allegations.
Hank Arnold talks about Coweta F.O.R.C.E.
Better Off is a song written by Echo Lynn, Sadie Duca, and Nic Meringolo. They got the opportunity to perform it at the GRAMMY Camp open house.
Former senior Assistant District Attorney Charlie Bailey stopped by The Newnan Times-Herald to share why he believes he should be Georgia’s next attorney general.
Major Mark Fenninger says the sheriff's office won't tolerate any poor driving decisions made in school zones this year.
Students from East Coweta, Newnan and Northgate high schools have combined their talents to stage a production of “Mary Poppins” at the Nixon Centre for the Arts.
Jess Barron, 2018 NCBOR President, talks about transforming Wadsworth Alley into vibrant public space for the community to gather and enjoy.
Investigators believe a man with local ties intentionally stole the wallet of a disabled senior citizen after he accidentally dropped it.
Georgia Power removes power plant structure at Plant Yates, Units 1-5
Coweta County Fire Rescue, Newnan Fire Department and the local chapter of the American Red Cross will be installing new smoke alarms in homes across the county.
The Taste of Newnan Fall ’17. Photos: http://photos.times-herald.com/Current-Events-2/Taste-of-Newnan-Fall-17
Officer Kyle LaChance pursues a fleeing vehicle through Newnan.
Best of Dads 2017
Funeral procession for fallen firefighter Michael Scott Norton.
Residents are asking the Coweta Commissioners to remove newly-installed rumble strips on Rockaway Road because of the noise they create.
Pastor Tamarkus Cook, senior pastor of Saint Smyrna Baptist Church is named 2017 Coweta Citizen of the Year
Georgia Power officially retired its 830-foot-tall stack at Plant Yates by controlled demolition, a move Southern Company is making to diversify its portfolio of energy services.
A local waitress who fired her gun at three fleeing robbers is now out of a job.
The structure was an A-frame guest house and is part of the 50-acre estate that also hosts the Old Grist Mill, one of the oldest remaining grist mills in Coweta County.
Coweta resident Misty Jorek decorated her car after being inspired by a friend.
The first person to respond to an emergency is the 911 operator. While they're the voice of calm in hectic situations, they must juggle critical tasks within seconds, often while battling fatigue amid increased workloads.
Members of the Coweta County Sheriff's Office and Fire Department rescue a disabled Grantville resident from a burning home.
A Senoia family had a terrifying experience after two children fell into a restaurant grease trap. “We were about 10 to 20 feet from where the air pump is,” Kristen said. “If I could go back in time I would never let them get out and walk around.”
Stefan Reinhardt, co-head of AMC Studios, tours new Senoia playground.
Newnan Police Chief Buster Meadows speaks at a community forum, hosted by St. Smyrna Baptist Church in Newnan, to talk about strengthening the relationship between law enforcement and the community.
In this short, court-ordered documentary, the brief life of Parker Madliak is honored, and the dangers of texting and driving are addressed.
The Grantville Veterans Association observed Memorial Day at the Happy Hollow Park in Grantville on Monday morning. Dr. K.G. Bailey was the speaker.
A portion of the body cam video from the November 20, 2015 incident that resulted in the death of Chase Sherman.
The Salvation Army Newnan Service Center celebrated 20 years in the community at their annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon.
Aldi was officially open for shopping in Newnan on Thursday.
Directed by Maggie D. Hickman, a brain injury survivor, this short documentary follows successful businessman Rob Estes as he copes with a devastating glioblastoma diagnosis. For more information about Rob's foundation, Can't Never Could, visit http://www.cantnevercouldinc.com/.
Barbie Beach is a short film about Linda and Steve Quick. Two folks that use a small plot of sand and Barbies to entertain any who pass by. A Film by Courtney Dixon Starring Linda and Steve Quick Directed by Courtney Dixon Produced by Courtney Dixon, Clara Lehmann, & Jonathan Lacocque Cinematography by Tom Pritchard Second Camera Operation by Nicholas Lee & Eric Combs On-Set Photography by Lindsay Norton Creative Post by Coat of Arms Edited by Jonathan Lacocque Color by Kelly Armstrong Motion Design by Rafatoon/Rafael Perez Original Music by Aaron Lepley Sound Design and Mix by Jerry Walterick A-Camera: Alexa B-Camera: Canon 5D Edited in Premiere Design/Animation in Photoshop & After Effects Colored in Davinci Resolve Mixed in Nuendo
Coweta County Fire Chief Pat Wilson talks about his vision for the future of the Coweta County Fire Department.
Ed Roland and the Sweet Tea Project perform at the Georgia State Capitol for Georgia Music Day. Roland is also the lead vocalist for Collective Soul.
Yacht Rock Revue performs at the Georgia State Capitol for Georgia Music Day.
Two men accused of robbing a bank are now in jail after leading authorities on a high speed chase from Newnan to Union City.
Georgia’s U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson spoke on topics such as the upcoming presidential election, the recent death of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and the state of the military at the Newnan Board of Realtors member luncheon in February.
The Newnan-Coweta Chamber held their 68th Annual Meeting on Thursday, Feb. 4 at the Newnan Centre.
St. Smyrna Pastor Tamarkus Cook visited Flint, Mich. on Monday to donate more water and attend an awareness rally.
Remembering the past and celebrating the future was the theme Bonnell Aluminum used as they celebrated their 60th year in business on Tuesday.
Rap mogul Rick Ross has opened a Wingstop in Newnan.
Coweta County has seen a dramatic rise in carry permits as 2015 comes to a close.
Once Upon a Child buys and sells gently used kids' clothing, shoes, toys and baby gear to sell in its stores.
Carolyn Harrison, co-chair of the NJSL Can-A-Thon, speaks about the success of the 2015 food drive.
After a car crash took the young life of Zach Harrison, his parents are able to find hope as his heart gives someone else a second chance at life.
Coweta County honors those who were victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
Raw video from July 11th 2015 robbery of Newnan Peachtree Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.
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