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!
‘The Heart Behind the Music’ Songwriter’s Showcase Features Five Country Music Artists at Mill Town Music Hall
Billy Dean and Linda Davis plus more to be featured in concert BREMEN, Ga. (July 3, 2018) – Mill Town Music Hall welcomes back “The
Make Your May A Little Brighter at Southeastern Sales
Southeastern Sales Wants to Make Your May a Little Brighter with some MEMORIAL DAY Specials!! Running May 4th through May 29th: ~ Receive 15% OFF All in
Surprising: rue21 leaving Carrollton Crossroads Shopping Center
“Everything Must Go” signage caught us by surprise over the weekend, as rue21 is preparing to close down their longstanding Carrollton Crossroads Shopping Center location.
Providence Elementary Donates to Help Soldiers’ Angels
(Carrollton, Ga. September 14, 2015) The students at Providence Elementary School donated fruit cups and tuna kits to help Soldiers’ Angels make lunch boxes for homeless veterans
Tanner Health System Resumes Normal Operations
Since we started serving our community 70 years ago, Tanner has emphasized the health and safety of our patients, visitors and staff. We realize that
Post Road Bridge Over I-20 Now Open
Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) contractors have opened the Post Road Bridge over I-20 in Douglas County after two months of bridge rehabilitation activities. For
MayFest Teen Idol Auditions to be held Wednesday, April 20
Carrollton is searching for talented teen singers. Winner and runner-ups will receive cash prizes and trophies. A panel of judges will select the top 10
LaGrange Fire Department to Flush Fire Hydrants through mid-February
LaGrange, Ga. January 11, 2018 – The LaGrange Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants throughout the city through February 13th. LFD officers plan to
Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits Coming to Temple
Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits Coming to Temple Construction is underway on a new fast-food restaurant in Temple. Construction crews from Ganaway Contracting are
Colorado Premium Announces Quick Start Training Initiative
Burson Center, Carrollton GA May 18, 2017, 10:00AM, Training Agreement Signing Colorado Premium is one of the country’s premier beef processors. They provide fresh, frozen
Highway 34 Newnan Starbucks Temporarily Closes
Newnan Starbucks along Highway 34/Bullsboro Drive at the intersection of Celebrate Life Parkway is currently closed. A crew is working to re-pave the parking lot.
Rapha Clinic of West Georgia Announces Initial Sponsors for 9th Annual ‘Sound of Medicine’ Fundraiser Concert
The Rapha Clinic of West Georgia, a local non-profit, faith-based charity is proud to announce sponsors for their 9th Annual Sound of Medicine concert and
La Pareja Reopens
La Pareja’s second West GA location has reopened. For the past several months they have been remodeling the kitchen and upgrading the overall experience. After
Carrollton High School Participates in Secretary of State’s Ambassadors Program
Carrollton High School is one of fourteen schools in Georgia participating in the Secretary of State’s Ambassador Program. The goal of the program is to
Carrollton High School Business Day July 28th
CARROLLTON, GA – Carrollton High School students will receive their 2015-2016 schedules and advisement assignments at Trojan Business Day on Tuesday, July 28, in the
OCY Color Powder War is May 26 at Old Camp Church
Attention all middle and high school students! On Wednesday, May 26, come join Old Camp Youth for an incredible end of the year celebration known
El Rincón Mexicano Now Closed
3.7.16 – Restaurant has Closed ___ Previous Story ____ Just when you thought Maple Street had enough Mexican Restaurants another one is set to
Maple Street: New Location for Hong Kong Buffet
New construction was spotted just before the Easter Holiday on Maple Street directly next to the Mansion. According to the property owner, May Lin, a
New Operating Suites Now Open at Higgins General Hospital in Bremen
Surgical services staff at Higgins General Hospital in Bremen have put in some long hours and moved some heavy loads these past few days, but
Arby’s Caught Fire Before Thanksgiving
Update / 12/23 : Should reopen in January Update / 5:25PM From Carrollton’s Fire Chief, Jimmy Bearden : There was moderate damage to the interior
Carrollton Celebrates Oscar-Winner Susan Hayward With Kilimanjaro
The Carrollton Center for the Arts will celebrate Oscar winner (and former Carrollton resident) Susan Hayward with a showing of her film, The Snows of
Shear Southern Styles Exits Sandhill Shopping Plaza
Unfortunately Shear Souther Styles has closed it’s shop in the small shopping center in Sandhill. No other information is available at this time. Anyone
Convenience Store and Automotive Emissions Facility Coming to 250 Bullsboro
In December of 2020, three variance requests were approved for the development of a gas station and convenience store with the addition of an automotive
Carroll Tomorrow CEO to speak to VR leaders
Former Congresswoman and current CEO of Carroll Tomorrow Karen Handel will speak to Villa Rica’s civic and business leaders on June 8, as her first

Warming Shelter Needs for November 28 and 29 in Carrollton
Looking for an opportunity to volunteer during this busy holiday season? Help is needed at the temporary warming shelter at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Parish Hall
Bullsboro Zaxby’s to be Reconstructed
Construction plans were recently discovered for a new Zaxby’s at 179 Bullsboro Drive in Newnan. A Zaxby’s spokesperson confirmed the ground breaking scheduled for the
Restaurant Closure on Maple Street
Late this evening we received some very sad news. I will let Mary Alice explain in more detail as she did on the Greek
Release: The Return Of The “Great DC Shredding Event” April 16
Got a lot of old sensitive papers you want to get rid of? Old Taxes, old bills, financial statements…love letters? This event is for you!

Full Circle: The Toys of Yesteryear
Owner and founder of Full Circle Toys and Games, Richard Mix calls the store “a great place to get a unique gift idea for anybody
Local History Puppet Program Returns to Carrollton Center for the Arts
Grasshopper Tea and the Basement of Wonder, a puppet theater production that explores West Georgia’s history, returns to the Carrollton Center for the Arts, August
Wren’s Body Shop Acquires Carrollton Collision Center
CARROLLTON, GA – January 20, 2016 It is my pleasure to announce the acquisition of Carrollton Collision Center by Wren’s Body Shop. Carrollton Collision Center
Popeye’s Construction Begins in Bremen
1.16.2019 Update by Kevin Hemphill – Crews broke ground in December for Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen in Bremen and are currently grading and staking the property
Target Launching A Brand New Clothing Accessories Line
Press Release from Target Store # 1073: On Friday the 25th, we will be launching our brand new Women’s and Men’s clothing and Accessories lines:
Fantastic Bagels at UWG Campus
Einstein Brother’s Bagels was founded in Golden, Colorado and is part of the Einstein Noah Restaurant group. They have over 587 restaurants nationwide. Einsteins sells

CarMax to Open Stand-Alone Reconditioning Center in Carrollton, GA
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, announces plans to open its first stand-alone reconditioning center, which will be located in
Help Express Employment and Win
Help Express Employment Professionals get to 150 likes on Facebook! The individual who clicks the 150th “like” will win a $25 Target gift card! Share with

West Georgia Technical College Selected by Amazon as an Education Partner for Career Choice Program
West Georgia Technical College has been selected as an education partner for Amazon’s Career Choice program, providing Amazon’s hourly employees access to hundreds of degree,
The Nutcracker Ballet at the Carrollton Center for the Arts
[add_single_eventon id=”1516″ ] Carrollton Center for the Arts kicks off the Christmas season with an original production of The Nutcracker Ballet. The production features
Carroll County School System Announces 2020-21 STAR Students and STAR Teachers
Carroll County School System is pleased to announce the STAR Students and STAR Teachers for the 2020-21 school year. The STAR program is designed to
Mayfest Arts and Crafts Festival Returns to Downtown Carrollton
For the thirty-third year, Carrollton Main Street’s Mayfest arts and crafts festival will fill Adamson Square with hand-made wares, food and entertainment on the first
Central High School Recognizes October Students of the Month
Central High School recognized October Students of the Month. Students are nominated by their teachers for this special honor. Students receive a certificate of appreciation
More Than 5,000 Toys Donated at Southwire’s Annual Toy Drive
In spite of winter weather conditions, Southwire’s Annual Toy Drive in west Georgia concluded with more than 5,000 toys collected for local children to enjoy
Gaming Store Features Grand Opening in Newnan
Full Circle Toys hosted its Grand Opening event last week to celebrate the opening of its new expansion, Full Circle Games. The new gaming store
Film Work Prompts Traffic Control Measures at 155 Greenville Street South (GA 14/US 27 ALT) in Newnan Next Week
Film crews working in Newnan will be doing prep work and then shooting scenes at 155 Greenville Street South (US 27 ALT/Georgia 14) from Monday,
It’s Official: Get Ready To “Eat Mor Chikin” in Bremen
After months and months of speculation, rumors, and the like, we have officially confirmed that the home of “The Original Chicken Sandwich” is coming to
Release: Douglas County Fire/EMS Promotions
We got another great community press release from Douglas County this week on the Fire/EMS department’s recent promotions. Thanks again to Wes Tallon from Douglas
UWG receives $14,500 grant from Governor’s Office of Highway Safety
For the 18th consecutive year, the University of West Georgia has been awarded a grant by the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. Peer educators in
Temple Policeman and Air Force Veteran Recovers from COVID-19
Lieutenant Jim Hollowood of the Temple, Georgia, Police Department says being in the right place at the right time is what led to his diagnosis
UWG Welcomes New Vice President for University Advancement
The University of West Georgia announced the appointment of Dr. Meredith N. Brunen as vice president of University Advancement and chief executive officer of the
Mobile Notary Service from the Comfort of Home with Ladies and the Stamp
Ladies and the Stamp is a mobile notary service that provides notary services as well as loan signing services from the comfort of your home.
Audibel Hearing Aid Center Closes
We noticed a sign on the door of Audibel Hearing Aid Center as we walked by that stated a closure. Click more for details and the full letter.
“A Safe Haven: Responding to Hurricane Katrina”: Walking Exhibit Open to the Public This Week
On August 29th of 2005, Hurricane Katrina made landfall in the Gulf Region. The category 3 storm took 1,800 lives and displaced more than a
Fuoco di Napoli Closes for Business
A local pizza parlor has closed its doors. Fuoco di Napoli, formerly known as Palladino’s, was located at 342 Maple Street across from the Mansion.
Wind Ensemble Carols Around Carrollton Saturday
Members of the Carroll County Wind Ensemble will be playing Christmas carols as their gift to the community on Saturday, December 17, at the following
Walmart Upgrades Completed
Loving the new look of our Walmart Supercenter in Carrollton. The color scheme blends in better with the surrounding trees. I was never a fan
Vape Locker Opens Douglasville Location
A popular E-Smoke shop from Carrollton (and one known to many City Menus followers) has expanded and opened another location in Douglasville. Vape Locker is
Torrid Coming Soon to Arbor Place
In the past few months we have reported on some amazing catches for Arbor Place. Today we can add one more to the growing list
Central High School Honors 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees
Central High School honored the 2019 Hall of Fame inductees during a special ceremony before Friday night’s football game. New members to the Hall of
School Principals, Law Enforcement prepare for new School Year with Safety Meeting
Coweta County School System administrators and local law enforcement prepared for the new school year with a county-wide review of school safety procedures. School principals,
Value Foods In Bowdon Closing
According to a flyer being passed around Bowdon, Value Foods will close before the new year. Value Foods closed their Ranburne location in April. They
Goodwill Opening A Donation Center in Villa Rica
Goodwill is just about ready to open a new Donation Center in Villa Rica. The new location was previously home to Swirls Gifts and is
LaGrange Mayor Jim Thornton to be Inducted GMA President
LaGrange Mayor Jim Thornton will be inducted as Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) President Sunday, August 8th. The ceremony will take place during the GMA’s annual
South Paulding: Staples Out, Bargain Hunt Superstore Taps In
As one retailer in South Paulding taps out, another will soon be on the way to tap in. We here at the Douglasville Menu announced
UWG alumna veterinarian is leader of the pack at mobile animal clinic
This National Pet Wellness Month and National Women’s Small Business Month, both celebrated in October, the University of West Georgia sat down with alumna Dr.
Southern Manor-Styled Brew Pub Could Occupy Former Stallings House On Bradley Street
UPDATED : Rezoning Approved, Tuesday November 5th during City of Carrollton Planning and Zoning Meeting, Next Stop Mayor And City Council. A Southern manor-styled brew
Congratulations Bowdon Middle School
Bowdon Middle School won the 2020 WGMSAC Small School Football Championship 22 to 0 on Thursday, October 29, against Temple Middle School. During the season,
Registration Open for Carrollton Rec and Arts Summer Camps
City of Carrollton has opened registration for parks and recreation and arts camps this summer. Camps focused on gymnastics, tennis, outdoor activities, clayworking, theater, baking
County Leaders Graduate From The Georgia Academy for Economic Development
The Board of the Georgia Academy for Economic Development announces Douglas County graduates from the 2016 Region 3 Multi-Day Training Program. Class participants represented a
Healthy Meals Start At Sous Chef in Carrollton
Life is busy and we most certainly forget how to live it with healthiness in mind. Family seems split during the week and even at
Did You Notice All The Smoke Today In Southern Carroll County?
We spoke earlier today with the Georgia Forestry Commission who updated us on a 90 acre Controlled Burn in Carroll County. The burn started today
Farm Winery Celebrates Grand Opening December 4th
A Bremen farm winery is celebrating its Grand Opening on December 4th at 212 Nix Road. The Crafty Rabbit Meadery is a different type of
Yet Another Chicken Chain is Coming to PTC
Yet another chicken chain is coming to town! On the heels of news that Guthrie’s is opening, and with Super Chix having recently opened at
Why Exercise and Clean Eating May Not Be Enough For Optimal Health
“Studies show that people make about 35,000 choices per day. Many of these choices can have a crippling effect on our personal wellbeing and overall
Central Lions Earn Heisman Honors
Central High School students Hayden Hall and Janae Jackson were honored earlier this year as school-level winners of the Wendy’s Heisman High School Scholarship recognition
Two New Restaurants Under Construction at Oxford Exchange
A new restaurant development is under construction at the Oxford Exchange in Oxford, Alabama. According to Christy at the City of Oxford, the site will
Wear Me Again Expansion
Wear Me Again has expanded to a larger store in the First Tuesday Mall. I am a fan of this amazing consignment shop! Being a
Renovations Planned for Newnan Bath & Body Works
Renovations are in the works for the Bath & Body Works location in Newnan’s Ashley Park Shopping Center. Plans obtained by The City Menus show
Providence Elementary Students Recognized by Georgia Poetry Society
(Carrollton, Ga. – November 17, 2015) Two Providence Elementary students were recently recognized by the Georgia Poetry Society for poems they wrote last year. Brooke
What’s New, What’s Gone…Arbor Place March Update.
As we promised at the launch, we will from time to time give updates on what drives a good portion of the economy in Douglasville,
Amazing Toys and Power Sports Opens This Weekend in Carrollton
Amazing Toys and Power Sports, a new all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and motorcycle dealer, will open Saturday, December 7 at 10:00 a.m. The store will offer
New Sports Facility For Villa Rica
Advanced Tennis Gardens is a new sports facility for the West Georgia Area. They are opening in Villa Rica, Ga. off Baker Industrial Court .
Villa Rica Holds In-Depth Presentation on Development Across from Mirror Lake
Special statement from the Mayor of Villa Rica, Gil McDougal: Hello, my fellow Villa Ricans! This week, I hosted an in-depth presentation on Fuqua Development’s
Transform Your Beard and Business with ACS Executives
ACS Executives brings over 25 years of experience in business consulting to help maximize the potential of local businesses. Owner Curphy Smith is passionate about
Could a Massive Mixed Use Development Be Coming to Downtown Newnan?
Plans surfaced over the weekend for a potential, new, mixed-use development directly behind historic downtown Newnan. The plans include several new apartments, businesses, and offices
Release: Self Service Tag Renewal Kiosk Now Open
News from Wes Tallon with Douglas County: ****VEHICLE TAG RENEWALS NOW AVAILABLE VIA A SELF-SERVICE KIOSK IN THE HOSPITAL DRIVE KROGER**** Douglas County Tax Commissioner
Valentine’s Day Specials at Lenny’s!!
Forget the flowers and chocolate get your sweetheart something they will really love! Lenny’s is offering 12″ decorated cookies this Valentine’s Day. Baked fresh with
Walmart to hire 40,000 associates for the holiday season and beyond
Today, Walmart announced it is planning to hire 40,000 U.S. associates to deliver a great holiday season and beyond for our customers and members. As
New Law Adds Protection for Lineman
Carrollton, GA – Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative was one of the 41 EMCs in Georgia that brought the issue of line worker safety before the
Island Tan in Bowdon-Under New Management
Island Tan is located in downtown Bowdon at 112 West College Street. If you are headed into town it is on the right hand side.
National Endowment for the Humanities expands UWG undergrad research
Press Release from Julie Lineback at UWG The University of West Georgia’s College of Arts and Humanities (COAH) recently received a challenge grant from the
City of LaGrange Begins LaGrange 101 Class, an Educational Government Class for Citizens
This is a new class hosted by the City of LaGrange to give local citizens an opportunity to experience an inside look at city government
CHS Coding Earns National Honors Third Year In Row
For the third year in a row, Carrollton High School coding students have programmed their way to the top in the U.S. Congressional App Challenge,
Geek Call is Back
Geek call looks to be back in business in Carrollton. Their former location was on the corner of Newnan Rd and Bankhead Hwy. They have
Learning through experience, UWG student receives scholarship to support a unique opportunity
The University of West Georgia’s College of Education (COE) aims to equip students with the necessary skills needed to enter the education field post-graduation. One
School Superintendent Cowart Receives Leadership Award
(Carrollton, Ga. – October 15, 2015) The Georgia School Superintendents Association (GSSA) announced the recipient of the 2015 Bill Barr Leadership Award at its fall
Shop Natural and Organic at Raw Body Essentials in Newnan
Shop for natural and organic products at Raw Body Essentials now open in Newnan. Raw Body Essentials’ bath and body products are created for everyone
Pam’s Diner Opens In Whitesburg
Ms. Pam has opened up her new diner in Whitesburg. She is serving up some fantastic home cookin’ for breakfast and lunch. Pam’s Diner
Elle Salon on the Square Is Excited To Announce…
Welcome Honey Darvas as our new Elle Salon team member! This talented young lady graduated with honors from the Aveda Institute of Atlanta. Special offer:
Game App Features Carrollton Version
Carrollton residents who enjoy strategy games may be interested in a fun and strategic game app which is presented locally by The City Menus. TourTown
Asphalt Repair Begins on GA Highway 1 in Carroll County
Georgia DOT advises motorists on US Highway 27 / State Route (SR) 1 in Carroll County that maintenance crews will begin today their work on