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Oakland Planning discusses federal judge’s ruling on their political sign ordinance
Pictured (l-r): planning commission members Jack Poole, Marilyn Austin, and city planner Ed Courton at the meeting. By: Carolyn G. Rhea, Staff Writer The Oakland Planning Commission met on Tuesday, August 5. Present were Vice-Chairman Christina Hall and members Mike LaBudde, Gary Schmidt, Mayor Adrian Wiggins, Jack Poole, Alderman Marilyn Austin, city planner Ed…
Read MoreFayette County BZA hears amendment request for Yum Yum Solar; approves site plan for event venue in LaGrange
Fayette County BZA hears amendment request for Yum Yum Solar; approves site plan for event venue in LaGrange By: Carolyn G. Rhea, Staff Writer The Fayette County Board of Zoning Appeals met on Thursday, July 24, with Chairman Debbie Sullivan, and members John Arnette, Billy Wilson, Danny Dowdy, and county planner Jim Atkinson present. Absent…
Read MoreSomerville Board approves new rates and fees on natural gas
By: Carolyn G. Rhea, Staff Writer The Somerville Board met on Monday, July 14, with Mayor Ronnie Neill and Aldermen Colin Rosser, Mike French, Zach Bryson, and James Lofties present. Public Comments A resident asked some questions on the Flock cameras in town and the county and how they are used. Police Chief Greg Moore…
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Fayette County School Board approves new superintendent’s contract; playground equipment is installed; football field is almost ready By: Carolyn G. Rhea, Staff Writer The Fayette County School Board met on Thursday, July 10, 2025, with members present, Chairman Warner Speakman, Merrel Miller, Myles Wilson, Becky Trimm, David Reeves, Kevin Powers, and Hal Rounds, with interim…
Read MoreSchool Board votes McPherson as the new Director of Fayette County Schools
By: Carolyn Rhea, Staff Writer The Fayette County School Board met on Wednesday, July 2 in a special called meeting to select a permanent Director of Schools. School board attorney Tom Minor chaired the meeting. Attending were all members Warner Speakman, David Reeves, Melanie Mc-Guire, Hal Rounds, Merrel Miller, Myles Wilson, and Becky Trimm. Public…
Read MoreSomerville Methodist Church Vacation Bible School
Somerville Methodist Church was filled with laughter, music, and the joyful energy of children and youth attending this year’s Vacation Bible School (VBS). The theme, “Let Me Tell You About My Jesus,” served as the foundation for the week, guiding every lesson, craft, and song as participants explored the gospel message. Each day, students learned…
Read MoreMemorial Bridge Dedication Held for the late Charlie Springer on June 26th
Friends and family gathered on Thursday, June 26, 2025, to dedicate a memorial bridge in honor of the late Charlie Thomas Springer, Jr. Charlie was a lifelong resident of Fayette County, attended county schools, and graduated from Fayette County High School in 1968, the same year that he and his wife, Phyllis, were married. They…
Read MoreFarm Bureau Women Announce Fourth Grade Poster Contest Winners
The Fayette County Farm Bureau Women recently sponsored their Annual Fourth Grade “Farm to Fork” Poster Contest. This helps the students understand how food is grown, processed, taken to market (ie grocery store) then presented on a plate to eat. Winners announced, all from Fayette Academy, are pictured. Front row, left to right: Hadleigh Simons-1st…
Read MoreWomen’s Ministry of Bell Grove Church Helps Fayette Cares
The Women’s Ministry of Bell Grove Missionary Baptist Church is helping to stock the shelves of the Fayette Cares emergency food pantry. Their generous donation of much-needed items like canned beans, fruits, and vegetables will help Fayette Cares serve an average of 400 families each month, keeping food on the table for neighbors in need.…
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