✈️ Caught a Break

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Good morning, Fayette County.

I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend and found a good way to celebrate the moms, grandmothers, wives, and mother figures who keep families moving. If your weekend plans took you up toward Atlanta, you may have caught a break. The much-dreaded I-285 shutdown was called off because of “poor weather.” I’ll admit, I’m still wondering where that poor weather was hiding. My yard could have used it. The grass is starting to look a little tired, and a few of my plants are clearly deciding whether they want to be part of the family or not.

Speaking of Atlanta, we are now officially one month away from the World Cup kicking off. And while the matches may be happening up the road, this is one of those events that could easily spill well beyond the city limits. Hotels, restaurants, traffic, watch parties, visitors, and general summer buzz could all make their way down toward Fayette County in one form or another. That is especially true here, with U.S. Soccer now planting deeper roots in Fayette County. The World Cup feels a little more local than it might have a few years ago.

I’ll be keeping an eye out for local watch parties and community gatherings where folks in Fayette County can get together, enjoy the games, and cheer on Team USA. If you hear of one happening in Fayetteville, Peachtree City, Tyrone, Brooks, Woolsey, or anywhere nearby, send it my way. Big global events are always more fun when there’s a local place to enjoy them.

- Chad Stroud

U.S. Soccer’s new national training center is officially open in Fayette County, marking a major milestone for the Trilith area and metro Atlanta’s growing soccer profile. The Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center opened May 7 on a 200-acre campus near Trilith. The facility will serve as the home base for U.S. Soccer’s 27 national teams and about 400 staff members. It includes 17 outdoor playing surfaces, 13 regulation-size natural grass fields, two artificial turf fields, two sand pitches for beach soccer, and more than 400,000 square feet of facilities. Arthur Blank provided the lead $50 million gift for the project, while Chick-fil-A Chairman Dan Cathy donated the land that helped bring the headquarters to Fayette County. Coca-Cola also contributed $5 million, with additional support from several national partners. The new center is expected to become a major hub for American soccer development.

Fayette County has received a 2026 Georgia County Excellence Award for its Pre-Hospital Blood Transfusion Program, a Fire and Emergency Services initiative designed to get life-saving blood products to critically injured or ill patients before they reach the hospital. The award, presented by the Association County Commissioners of Georgia and Georgia Trend magazine, recognizes innovative county programs that improve residents’ quality of life. Fayette County was one of six counties honored during ACCG’s Annual Conference in Savannah. The program allows Fayette County paramedics to begin blood transfusions in the field for patients experiencing severe bleeding, traumatic shock, or other medical emergencies where time is critical. That is especially important locally, since transport times from Fayette County to the nearest trauma center can take 30 to 45 minutes. County officials say the program helps stabilize patients sooner and improve their chances of survival before reaching hospital care.

Pickleball officially got a major upgrade in Peachtree City this week. City leaders celebrated the opening of 18 brand-new outdoor pickleball courts at Jim Meade Memorial Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 8. The new courts are part of a larger recreation investment funded through the 2023 SPLOST program and are expected to become one of the city’s busiest athletic amenities as pickleball continues growing in popularity across Fayette County. Residents gathered for the opening festivities, with the first 50 attendees receiving commemorative paddles. The new courts add significant recreation space in Peachtree City and are now officially open for public play.

This week Fayette County and its cities host several public meetings. Monday is a busy day, starting with Tyrone’s Downtown Development Authority meeting at 9 AM and ending with Peachtree City’s Planning Commission meeting at 6:30 PM. On Tuesday evening, Peachtree City’s Transportation Advisory Group gathers to discuss path and traffic issues. Wednesday is reserved for the county commissioners’ annual retreat, while Thursday features two major meetings: the county commission’s regular session at 5 PM and Tyrone’s Planning Commission meeting at 7 PM. Attending these meetings allows residents to stay informed about planning, transportation and policy decisions across Fayette County.

Monday Morning Mystery Book Club

When: Monday, May 11, 11:00 AM
What: Fayette County Public Library is hosting its Monday Morning Mystery Book Club. A good low-key stop for readers who enjoy mysteries and want to connect with other book lovers.
Where: Fayette County Public Library, 1821 Heritage Park Way, Fayetteville, GA 30214

Super Geek Trivia at Line Creek Bus Barn

When: Monday, May 11, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
What: Line Creek’s weekly trivia night returns at the Bus Barn. Mr. Perro’s Hot Dogs will also be on site from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and first responders receive 25% off draft and to-go beer sales from noon to 9:00 PM.
Where: Line Creek Brewing Bus Barn, 300 City Center Parkway, Fayetteville, GA 30214

Bell Street Burritos Ribbon Cutting

When: Tuesday, May 12, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
What: The Fayette Chamber is welcoming Bell Street Burritos to Fayetteville with a ribbon cutting. The event is free to attend and gives locals a chance to stop by, support a new business, and check out one of Fayetteville’s newest food spots.
Where: 805 Glynn Street South, Fayetteville, GA 30214.

Scheller in Your City: Fayetteville

When: Tuesday, May 12, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
What: Georgia Tech’s Scheller College of Business is hosting a south-metro alumni gathering at Revival Wines. The evening includes light refreshments, networking, and updates from Dean Anuj Mehrotra on the college’s latest work and future plans. Registration is required.
Where: Revival Wines, 140 W. Lanier Avenue, Fayetteville, GA.

Hotlanta Cornhole at Line Creek Bus Barn

When: Wednesday, May 13, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What: Line Creek’s Bus Barn hosts Hotlanta Cornhole for an evening of casual competition, drinks, and midweek fun in downtown Fayetteville.
Where: Line Creek Brewing Bus Barn, 300 City Center Parkway, Fayetteville, GA 30214.

Fayette Advanced Manufacturing & Industry Network

When: Thursday, May 14, 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
What: The Fayette Chamber’s manufacturing and industry network will meet for a program on AI, data infrastructure, and advanced operations. Chris Conry of RoviSys will discuss how connected data systems and AI can support manufacturing operations. Light breakfast will be served.
Where: Silon, LLC, 101 Sierra Drive, Peachtree City, GA 30269.

Cafe De Sol Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting

When: Thursday, May 14, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
What: Cafe De Sol is celebrating its grand opening in Fayetteville with a community ribbon cutting. The new restaurant is bringing Caribbean comfort food and Dominican flavor to town, and the event is free and open to the community.
Where: Cafe De Sol, 1183 Highway 54 East, Fayetteville, GA 30215.

Fayette Chamber Cornhole Tournament

When: Thursday, May 14, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What: The Fayette Chamber’s fifth annual cornhole tournament returns for an evening of networking, food, drinks, and friendly competition. Businesses can enter teams, sponsor, or attend as spectators.
Where: Line Creek Brewing Co., 300 City Center Parkway, Fayetteville, GA 30214.

Music Bingo at Fairway Social Trilith

When: Thursday, May 14, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
What: Fairway Social Trilith is hosting Music Bingo, mixing a casual night out with a little friendly competition.
Where: Fairway Social Trilith, 305 Trilith Parkway, Suite 395, Fayetteville, GA 30214.

Summer Concert Series: 97.9 OG Fest

When: Saturday, May 16, 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM.
What: Fayetteville’s Summer Concert Series continues with 97.9 OG Fest, a throwback concert bringing Southern hip-hop favorites to the Fayetteville Amphitheater. The lineup includes Travis Porter, YoungBloodZ, Diamond from Crime Mob, and Baby D, with DJ Kizzy Rock keeping the music going and OG Chubb Rock serving as host. Expect a night built around classic Atlanta hip-hop, throwback anthems, and plenty of hometown energy. Tickets are available through Freshtix.
Where: Fayetteville Amphitheater, 301 LaFayette Avenue, Fayetteville, GA 30214.

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Temperature readings taken from Lake Peachtree the night before publication

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