It’s been a fantastic year of content for The City Menus! With nearly 1.15 million total page views (as of December 17), it’s only fitting that we break it down to see what were the top stories of 2023. So without further adieu… drumroll, please!
Planet Smoothie Adding A Second Coweta Location
Locally owned Planet Smoothie of 109 Newnan Crossing Bypass will soon add a second location in the Thomas Crossroads area. According to their Instagram page
Carroll EMC Named as Best Place to Work in Georgia
Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative was recently named one of the 2017 Best Places to Work in Georgia. The list of the Best Places to Work
Carrollton Disc Golf Course at Hobbs Farm Should Open In May
We received an emailed update on The Carrollton Disc Golf Course at Hobbs Farm from Eric Heine with the Carrollton Disc Golf Course: The Carrollton
Rogers named UWG’s 2022 Academic Recognition Day Scholar
University of West Georgia alumna Sarah Grace Rogers ’21 has been named the university’s Academic Recognition Day Scholar for 2022. The Academic Recognition Day program
Winter West Wonderland returns to UWG
Get ready to immerse yourself in a winter wonderland at the University of West Georgia this holiday season with the return of Winter West Wonderland,
Carroll EMC Has Some Great News!
CARROLLTON, GA – Sept. 10, 2015 – Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative is pleased to announce that it has been selected as one of the 2015
Live Telecast Of The UWG Game This Saturday At The AMP
Join us at The AMP in Downtown Carrollton on Saturday, December 13th at 6:30PM for a live telecast of the NCAA Division II National Semifinal
Mobile Art Studio to Storefront: Brushstrokes Opens Bowdon Location
A new DIY (Do it yourself) creative space is coming to 112 West College Street Suite B in downtown Bowdon. Brushstrokes is opening a storefront
Principal Triplett appointed to SSTAGE Board of Directors
Smokey Road Middle School Principal Dr. Keafer Triplett has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Student Support Team Association for Georgia Educators (SSTAGE).
Bremen Popeyes Now Open
The Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen located at 1970 Alabama Avenue, Bremen, Georgia, is now open. Erin Sheerin, marketing manager for the franchise says, “We are ecstatic
Tanner’s Get Healthy, Live Well Honors Volunteers
Tanner Health System’s Get Healthy, Live Well recently honored the hundreds of volunteers dedicated to making west Georgia a healthier place to live, learn,
Olive Garden Bouncy Ball
FEB 1 CONSTRUCTION STARTED : As reported by a local newspaper recently, Darden’s branded restaurant Olive Garden received a construction permit on June 2nd, 2011
Southern Sizzlin Closes In Tallapoosa
Quite an unexpected closure today in Tallapoosa, Southern Sizzlin has closed it’s doors. Our Facebook follower, Kevin Manning sent us this picture along with another
Vape Locker Wants You To Visit Happy Hour!
Vape Locker Now Presents…Happy Hour! 15% off of your entire purchase on Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s from 6pm – 7pm until further notice. Kanger Sub-Tanks
Grading Begins For New Life Plan Community on Maple Street
Updated 7/5/2022: Grading has started on a new life plan community in Carrollton. See below for the original text from a 2021 article we published.
City of Whitesburg Facilities Closed to Public
In support of state and local efforts to slow the spread of the corona virus (COVID-19) and to protect the health and well-being of our
Taste of Carrollton Returns to Adamson Square
Carrollton Main Street will serve up its 28th annual Taste of Carrollton culinary event, September 12, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. “Taste of Carrollton is one of
There’s a New Stylist in Town
Nicole has joined our team at Indulge after being a stylist at Van Michaels Salon in Atlanta for 10 years! She has always had a
The Roasted Hen Suddenly Closed
Per a Facebook message and status update, The Roasted Hen has closed. It was only open a few weeks. No other reasons were stated for
South of Heaven Bar-Be-Que Opening in Carrollton
NOW OPEN! A new barbeque restaurant is slated to open at 422 Newnan Street in the former location of JBo’s Barbeque. Judd and Kate Foster
International Restaurant & Bakery Equipment Moves to New Location
Staff members of Carrollton’s International Restaurant & Bakery Equipment are settling into their new location at 219 Lovvorn Road. The company is owned by Orlando
Carroll County School System Names New Assistant Superintendent of School Performance
The Carroll County Board of Education approved the hiring of Dr. Jessica Ainsworth as Assistant Superintendent of School Performance. Dr. Ainsworth will assume her new
New Gas Station Under Construction on Greenville Street
The new strip mall under construction at 226 Greenville Street in Newnan just added its first nationally branded tenant. Shell gas branding went up just
Motivational Moments Highlight Convocation at Carrollton High School
While Carrollton City Schools students were busy getting ready for the start of a brand new year, teachers and staff gathered last week to learn
Firefighter Brandy Polk sworn in as First Woman Division Chief at Carroll County Fire Rescue
Carroll County Chairman Michelle Morgan had the honor of swearing in Brandy Polk as the new Division Chief of Training on Friday, September 9, 2022.
New Beauty Supply Store Opening In West Carrollton
A new beauty supply store is opening in the West Carrollton community off Alabama Street just to the west of Burson Avenue. New Image Beauty
Power of the Purse Presents Dancing Dream, An ABBA Tribute Band
The Power of the Purse, a women’s giving circle sponsored by the Community Foundation of West Georgia, will present a live performance by Dancing Dream:
Autism Unmasked: UWG Professor Seeks to Help Caregivers, Doctors Diagnose Early
The prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) cases in the United States is on the rise, and although it can be detected as early as
Coweta’s ACT Exam Scores Rise, Outperform State and National Averages
The 2016 ACT report released this week showed that Coweta County School System students outscored state and national averages for the college entrance exam. The
City of Newnan Tree Commission Landscape Excellence Awards
The City of Newnan’s Tree Commission has reinstituted a former awards program to recognize commercial and residential construction projects within the City of Newnan. The
UWG theatre alum stars in Oprah-produced ‘The Color Purple’West Georgia Tech Celebrates Summer Commencement
West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) celebrated summer commencement exercises August 2, awarding over 150 associate degrees and technical diplomas to graduates across West Georgia. Georgia
Louisiana Is Closer Than You Think!
Raynette’s Seafood is opening next to the The Shoe Mart of Newnan. This is the former spot of Eladia’s Mexican Restaurant and before that a Cuban Restaurant. The
New Nail Salon to Host Grand Opening on September 1
Carrollton’s newest nail salon is set to host its grand opening celebration on Saturday, September 1. Jessica’s Nail Salon will open at 1561 Highway 27
Rudine’s Kitchen: Fresh Food with a Culinary Twist
Taking the old back road, Senoia Road between Peachtree City and Tyrone, a hidden culinary gem will make your taste buds want to enjoy the
Veteran Newsman John Pruitt to Visit Villa Rica Aug. 9
Veteran TV anchorman John Pruitt will discuss his lengthy career covering 50 years of Georgia news headlines when he visits Villa Rica on August 9
Would you like more Restaurants and Appealing Family Experiences in Carrollton?
At its recent meeting, the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted unanimously to actively support the referendum on the November 8 General
Temple’s Family-Owned Discount Salvage Welcomes All
With an emphasis on friendly service, business partners and couple Sherry Gaskins and Phillip Blevins are proud owners of Discount Salvage. Their discount store, located
Movie Inspired Musical ‘9 to 5’ Coming to Center for the Arts
A classic workplace comedy jumps off the screen and onto the stage with the Carroll County Community Theatre’s 9 to 5: The Musical, at the Carrollton
Hope for the Journey Goes Virtual, 12th Annual Luncheon In Pink, October 10
At Hope for the Journey, our vision is to create a community that supports and uplifts those fighting breast cancer, because no one should fight
Central High School Teacher Receives Georgia Power Grant
(October 3, 2017, Carrollton, Georgia). Central High School English teacher, Ms. Marla Williams, received the Georgia Power New Teacher Assistance Grant. Ms. Williams is one
New Park for People and Pets Coming to Newnan This Fall
While an official completion date has not yet been set for the new Sprayberry Road Park, it is still on schedule to open early October.
The Cellar In Newnan Is Moving
The Cellar at 9 Washington Street in Downtown Newnan will soon be moving to their new location at 20 Jefferson Street. The new location will
Central High School Teachers Awarded Bright Ideas Grants
Central High School Agriculture teacher Nikhol Dysart with her students and representatives from Carroll EMC. Nikhol is the recipient of a Carroll EMC Bright Ideas
Amazing Deals & Valentine’s Day GIVEAWAY at Carrollton Office Express.
Check out these AMAZING deals at Carrollton Office Express! Be sure to like their Facebook page HERE so you can keep up with all of
‘He’d Be Proud’: Bowdon Couple Establishes Scholarship in Son’s Memory
Charles Huey loved the families who lived along his postal route. To Chuck, as he was called, these residents of Carroll County were more than
Pollo Tropical Opening A Location In Newnan
A fresh, exciting restaurant is coming to Newnan! Pollo Tropical, literally translated into “tropical chicken”, will be building a brand new location on Bullsboro Drive
New Life for a Residential Development in Carrollton
A stalled residential development in Carrollton has found new life this week. On Monday, the Carrollton City Council approved the rezoning of Maple View Drive,
A new era: UWG cuts ribbon on Roy Richards Sr. Hall
Roy Richards Sr. – founder of Southwire and 1931 alumnus of Fourth District A&M School, the institution that became the University of West Georgia –
I-20 Lane Shifts Saturday with Detours
WHAT: Weather permitting, the westbound right lane of I-20 will be shifted from the outside shoulder to the newly constructed left lane while crews perform striping
Giving Hearts Food Pantry: Love, Care, and Expansion
The heart of Giving Hearts food pantry in Carrollton walks through isles and past tables and shelves filled with food. Fresh produce and dry goods,
Construction off Cedar Street to Bring Plumbing Supply Distributor
Construction crews are in the process of clearing the land at 870 Cedar Street to make room for a plumbing and water heating supply distributor.
Strong-Willed and Persevering; Evergreen Chinese Presses on Amidst Pandemic
Evergreen Chinese Restaurant, like all restaurants and businesses across the world, has struggled to generate business during the COVID-19 pandemic; however, their determination remains steadfast.
Dairy Queen Planning A Remodel
The Dairy Queen off Highway 27 at Maple Street is currently planning an extensive remodeling of their store. Confirmation of plans were given to us
One Way Detail October Deal
Visit One Way Detail during the month of October for $15 off a full detail package. One Way Detail is located at 495 Bankhead Highway
Grading Begins For New Life Plan Community on Maple Street
Updated 7/5/2022: Grading has started on a new life plan community in Carrollton. See below for the original text from a 2021 article we published.
The Other Night School: The Anatomy of a Joke
Anyone who’s ever told a joke that bombed or laughed at the wrong time has felt the dark side of humor’s inherent risks. Join Dr.
UWG Foundation welcomes new trustee, honors another with emeritus status
The University of West Georgia Foundation announced today the addition of one new member to its board of trustees and one trustee emeritus. Joining the
Davita Dialysis to Open New Facility in Newnan
Davita Healthcare is set to open a new location in Newnan at 2301 Newnan Crossing Boulevard. The company is accepting bids on the project to
Central High School Seniors Sponsor Senior Art Show
(May 9, 2016, Carrollton, Georgia). The opening reception of the Central High School, 4th annual Senior Art Show took place earlier this month. Over 200
Carolina Butler awarded 1st place at State Literary Competition
Central High School junior, Carolina Butler, brought home a 1st place award for her personal narrative essay in State Literary Competition. Carolina wrote an emotional
Plans For Another New Hotel Just Submitted To The City
Plans for a new hotel off Highway 27 in between Aldi and Subway have been successfully submitted to the city. The independent owner of the
Pilot Phase of The Connector Takes Significant Step
In a world filled with nonprofit organizations striving to make a difference, effective communication and connection play a crucial role in ensuring that the right
Cochran Named Carrollton Elementary Assistant Principal
A Carrollton alum who returned to his alma mater to teach history, coach, and follow his passion to mentor struggling students has been promoted to
Crawfish Swim Behind The Square
What used to be home to an old dry cleaners is now soon to be home for a seafood take out restaurant. GB’s will open
Widener Family Dentistry Moving
Widener Family Dentistry will be moving just down the street from their current location at 328 College Street to 106 Sue Avenue directly off Hwy
New Business Opening And Construction Spotted On Carrollton’s Westside
Christie Nails & Spa is just about ready to open their location directly next to 24/7 Laundry off Alabama Street in Carrollton. It appears that furniture is
Two Douglasville Chick-fil-A Restaurants Set for Huge Upgrades
Douglasville’s two Chick-fil-A restaurants are in the process of being demolished and completely rebuilt. A representative from Chick-fil-A told The City Menus that the owner
A New Look and Layout for Carrollton Walmart
A fresh coat of paint, shifted aisles and shelves, and a few other renovations have recently been completed at the Carrollton Walmart. For the past
Bowdon High School Names Head Girls’ Basketball Coach
Courtesy of Carroll County Schools, Contact: Charity Aaron, Director of Partnerships and Communication Bowdon High School announced the hiring of Jan Fendley to serve as the
New Store Opening In Downtown Newnan
Grit and Grace is opening on June 1st in Downtown Newnan. Grit and Grace will offer dance, gymnastics, active wear and supplies. We noticed
Providence Elementary School Participates in Jump Rope for Heart
(Carrollton, Ga. March 9, 2016) Providence Elementary School students have set a new school record for Jump Rope for Heart collections. The PES goal
Through the lens of play: Farese Shares Impactful Journey in UWG Event
Photographer. Social entrepreneur. Philanthropist. These are the words Nancy Richards Farese uses to describe herself and her work to influence communities through photojournalism and social
Get Healthy and Live Well With Prenatal Yoga
If you’ve got a new bundle of joy coming your way, don’t forget to take time for yourself. Tanner Health System’s Get Healthy, Live Well
Carroll Chiropractic Center To Close
Dr. Fiore’s office to close sometime in March after serving the community for 33 years.
The Bubble Hut Tea Shop Coming To Chapel Hill Rd
We got a tip a few days ago about the opening of Douglasville’s first Bubble Tea shop. The Bubble Hut is expected to open soon
Southwire Named One of America’s Best Employers by Forbes
Reflecting the company’s continued commitment to its employees, Southwire was named as one of America’s Best Employers in an annual list published by Forbes. Forbes
Zac Brown’s Southern Ground Closing
We received a news tip earlier today into our Facebook about Southern Ground Social Club closing its doors in Senoia. Below is a Facebook statement
Did You Know? Up, Down, But Not Out: Douglasville Town Center
The latest edition of “Did You Know?” comes from a center with a history, both good and sad. There’s not a resident of the city
Villa Rica Chick-fil-A Confirms Re-Opening Date
Villa Rica Chick-fil-A located at 85 Commerce Drive is slated to re-open at 6 o’clock in the morning, on Thursday, June 13. According to a
RadioShack and Body Central closing at Arbor Place
As we wrote earlier this month, malls have stores that open to fanfare and sadly ones that close. It is the nature of the business.
Mary’s Thrift Store Moves From Villa Rica to Carrollton
Mary’s Thrift Store has opened in the former Hobo’s Attic spot off Bankhead Hwy across from Lake Carroll. The thrift store moved from Villa Rica.
Converting The West Georgia Shopping Center Into A Medical Mall
The conversion is underway for West Georgia’s first Medical Mall. This week crews are repainting the former Staples location and getting it ready to please
Business Growth at South Park Plaza
A new business will open soon in the end cap at 1561 South Park Plaza directly off S. Highway 27 between Kroger and Lowe’s. According to Tony
4th Annual Mother/Daughter Dance set to take place at Studio T
On October 14, it will be an all-white affair for the fourth annual Mother/Daughter Dance set to take place at Studio T located at 4040
Nurses Invited to Tanner’s ‘Night of Networking’
Leadership representatives from throughout the nursing units at Tanner Health System will be available for a networking opportunity during a Nurses’ Night of Networking event
More Incredible Progress In The Local Housing Market
It’s Autumn of 2013 and the folks at Arbor Design Group and their collaborative marketing team are very excited. The year so far has marked
Additions to Arbor Place Mall
[slideshow_deploy id=’10659′] Arbor Place Mall has undergone some very big improvements over the last few months. You might remember we kept you updated with all
Southern Sizzlin Closes In Tallapoosa
Quite an unexpected closure today in Tallapoosa, Southern Sizzlin has closed it’s doors. Our Facebook follower, Kevin Manning sent us this picture along with another
City of Carrollton Summer Camp Registration Now Open
Whether it’s exploring the great outdoors or expanding the limits of your imagination, discover something new and altogether fun this summer! Find a full list of
Guided Meditation and Breathing: Breathe Easier at the Carnegie
Join the Newnan Carnegie Library and Misty Caples, Yoga Instructor, September 9th at 11:00am where we will be hosting a free Guided Meditation and Breathing
Governor Kemp: Public Health Emergency in Georgia Effective Tomorrow
Following President Trump’s national emergency declaration today, Governor Kemp issued the following statement: “Based on President Trump’s emergency declaration, I will declare a public health
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza Eyeing West Georgia
Texas-based Mr. Gatti’s Pizza is eyeing several spots in west Georgia and east Alabama for new locations. According to their location map, Carrollton, Newnan, LaGrange,
Exhibition Showcases Van Pelt’s Art Career
The Carrollton Center for the Arts will celebrate the art career of a local attorney and judge with its An Unassuming Renaissance Man exhibition, July
Automotive Supplier JinTech America Opens First U.S. Advanced Manufacturing Facility in West Point, Creating 70 Jobs
Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that JinTech America, a supplier of interior automobile parts, will invest nearly $4.5 million in opening their first U.S.
Main Street Douglasville to Host Food Truck Monday’s in Downtown Douglasville
Douglasville, GA) – Main Street Douglasville will host the first Food Truck Mondays event starting Monday, July 11 from 12-2pm in downtown Douglasville. More than
Bremen City Schools Receives High Rankings
Bremen City Schools is pleased to share recent school district rankings, as determined by Niche.com and SchoolDigger.com. Both ranking systems utilize methodologies to assist parents and other
City of LaGrange Inducts 2020-2021 LaGrange Youth Council
The City of LaGrange inducted the new 2020-2021 LaGrange Youth Council members into office at the LaGrange City Council meeting Tuesday (9/22) evening. 2020-2021 LaGrange
Jack’s Restaurant Walls Are Up In Bremen
A few months ago we released information about Jack’s coming to Bremen. As you can now tell by the picture walls are now up! Construction
Wellness Programs Help Team Member Reclaim Her Health
Aleatha Dowell was nervous when she walked into her first health coaching session. After gaining 50 to 60 pounds in a year, suffering through many
