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Good morning, Fayette County.
I have a habit of reading several books at the same time. Around my house, there is usually a business book half-finished in one room, a biography face down somewhere else, a novel waiting on a bookmark, and then some oddball title I picked up because the cover or the idea got the better of me. I am not the world’s biggest collector of quotes, but I read one this week that stuck with me:
“The enemy of art is the absence of limitations.”
It is a funny thing, because most of us spend a lot of time wishing we had fewer limits. More time. More space. More money. More help. A clearer calendar. A quieter inbox. But a lot of good things are made because of the limits, not in spite of them.
- Chad Stroud
Mark Spitznagel, who made $1B in a single day during the 2015 flash crash, warned markets are mimicking 1929. Seems extreme but we did just see the worst quarter for the S&P since 2022.
So it’s not so surprising that Vanguard and Goldman Sachs forecasted 5% and 3% annual S&P returns respectively for 2024-2034.
Late last year, Apollo’s chief economist Torsten Slok put it this way: "expect zero in return in the S&P 500 over the coming decade."
Almost no one knows this, but postwar and contemporary art appreciated 10.2% annually with near-zero correlation to equities from 1995–2025 overall.*
And sure… billionaires like Bezos can make headlines at auction, but what about the rest of us?
Masterworks makes it possible to invest in legendary artworks by Banksy, Basquiat, Picasso, and more – without spending millions.
29 exits. Net annualized returns like 16.5%, 17.6%, and 17.8% on works held over 1 year+. $1.3 billion invested. 500+ offerings.*
Shares in new offerings can sell quickly but…
*According to Masterworks data. Past performance is not indicative of future returns. Investing involves risk. Important Reg A disclosures: masterworks.com/cd.
Fayette County’s Class of 2026 is heading into graduation season with a long list of accomplishments. Students from Fayette County Public Schools’ five high schools earned more than $49.3 million in scholarships, not including the HOPE Scholarship. That total is up 16% from last year. The class also earned admission to 3,747 colleges and universities, including Ivy League schools Cornell University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Yale University. Eight Fayette students also received appointments to U.S. service academies, including the Air Force Academy, Naval Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, and Coast Guard Academy. Those appointments are highly competitive and require strong academics, leadership, and physical qualifications. It is a strong showing for Fayette County students, families, teachers, and school communities as the Class of 2026 gets ready for what comes next.
A portion of Grady Avenue near the Glynn Street South, or Highway 85, intersection has reopened after a water main break caused major damage to the roadway. The stretch had been closed since Wednesday, May 13, while Fayetteville Public Services crews repaired the water main, secured underground utilities, and rebuilt and repaved the road. City Public Services Director Cajen Rhodes thanked residents for their patience, noting that the damage required crews to essentially rebuild the roadway from scratch. A precautionary boil-water advisory was issued after the water main was reactivated, but water quality tests came back clear and the advisory has since been lifted. GDOT is also expected to complete additional intersection work as part of an upcoming Highway 85 repaving project from Ramah Road to Don Easterbrook Way.
Fayette County and Peachtree City celebrated the Starr’s Mill Tunnel and Path Project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The project, which opened in July 2025, recently received the APWA Georgia Chapter Project of the Year award, recognizing its impact on local safety and infrastructure. The tunnel and path system gives pedestrians, bicyclists, and golf cart users a safer way to travel between nearby neighborhoods and schools. It provides a grade-separated crossing that helps students and residents reach Peeples Elementary, Rising Starr Middle, and Starr’s Mill High School without crossing heavy vehicle traffic. The project was funded through Fayette County’s 2017 SPLOST program and is a practical improvement for one of the county’s busiest school corridors.
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Volunteer Ambassador Interest Meeting
When: Thursday, May 21, 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
What: The City of Fayetteville is hosting an interest meeting for residents who want to learn more about serving as volunteer ambassadors. A good fit for anyone looking for a simple way to get more involved with city events and community hospitality.
Where: Fayetteville City Hall, 210 Stonewall Avenue West, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Adult Anime/Manga Club
When: Thursday, May 21, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM
What: Peachtree City Library is hosting its free Adult Anime/Manga Club, with time to watch and discuss anime, read manga, and learn more about Japanese language and culture. Open to adults.
Where: Peachtree City Library, Theater Room, 201 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City, GA 30269
Music Bingo at Fairway Social Trilith
When: Thursday, May 21, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
What: Fairway Social Trilith is hosting Music Bingo, giving guests a chance to test their song knowledge while enjoying the food, drinks, and games at Trilith.
Where: Fairway Social Trilith, 305 Trilith Parkway, Suite 395, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Film Series at the Library: Conclave
When: Friday, May 22, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
What: Peachtree City Library continues its monthly film series with a screening of Conclave. The event is free, but seating is limited and registration is required.
Where: Peachtree City Library Screening Room, 201 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City, GA 30269.
Nashville Night at Flat Creek
When: Friday, May 22, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
What: Flat Creek Country Club is hosting Nashville Night with country music artist Mark Taylor. Expect country music, BBQ, dancing, and a boot-friendly Friday night. Tickets/registration required.
Where: Flat Creek Country Club, 100 Flat Creek Road, Peachtree City, GA 30269.
Randy Travis: The More Life Tour
When: Friday, May 22, 7:30 PM
What: Randy Travis’ More Life Tour comes to Trilith LIVE with guest vocalist James Dupré and Travis’ longtime touring band performing many of his biggest country hits. Tickets for sale online at Trilith LIVE’s website.
Where: Trilith LIVE, 175 Trilith Parkway, Fayetteville, GA 30214.
The Camp PTC 2026
When: Friday, May 22 – Sunday, May 24
What: Fans of The Walking Dead and related shows are taking over Peachtree City for The Camp PTC, a fan-focused weekend with special guests, panels, vendors, meetups, photo opportunities, and ticketed experiences. For more information and ticket’s visit their website.
Where: The Crowne Plaza Convention Center, 201 Aberdeen Parkway, Peachtree City, GA 30269.
Peachtree City Market
When: Saturday, May 23, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
What: The Peachtree City Market returns with local produce, meats, baked goods, honey, eggs, prepared foods, handmade gifts, and more from area vendors.
Where: 215 Northlake Drive, Peachtree City, GA 30269.
Dale Murphy Jersey Baseball Tournament
When: Saturday, May 23 – Sunday, May 24
What: Peachtree City Athletic Complex is hosting the Dale Murphy Jersey Baseball Tournament, bringing youth baseball teams to town for a Memorial Day weekend tournament.
Where: Peachtree City Athletic Complex, 1125 Highway 74 South, Peachtree City, GA 30269.
Memorial Day Block Party
When: Saturday, May 23, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What: Line Creek Brewing Company is hosting a Memorial Day Block Party with food from Circle M BBQ and Pizza 360, treats from Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, and live music from 6 Feet Back and James and the Georgia Peaches.
Where: Line Creek Brewing Company, 150 Huddleston Road, Suite 300, Peachtree City, GA 30269.
Megan & Friends Open Mic at Anthony’s
When: Sunday, May 24, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
What: Anthony’s Pizzeria is hosting Megan & Friends Open Mic, a weekly Sunday evening event with local music, live performances, and a chance for musicians to get on stage. Guests can come to perform or just listen while enjoying pizza and other food from Anthony’s.
Where: Anthony’s Pizzeria, 107 Stonewall Avenue West, Fayetteville, GA 30214.
Comedian Zane Lamprey at Line Creek Brewing
When: Saturday, May 30, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. VIP doors open at 7:00 PM, general admission doors open at 7:30 PM, and showtime is 8:00 PM.
What: Comedian Zane Lamprey brings his Half Full Comedy Tour to Line Creek Brewing’s Bus Barn in Fayetteville for a night of stand-up comedy and craft beer. Lamprey has three Amazon Prime stand-up specials, and this tour features a new set of jokes and stories. VIP ticket holders can also take part in pre-show drinking games with Zane at 7:15 PM. This event is strictly 21 and up.
Where: Line Creek Brewing Bus Barn, 300 City Center Parkway, Fayetteville, GA 30214.
Design to Sew - Beginner Sewing Workshop
When: Saturday, June 27, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
What: Design to Sew Studios is hosting a free community sewing workshop for beginners who want to learn basic sewing and alteration skills. Participants will get a hands-on introduction to essential tools, hand-sewing techniques, and simple projects they can continue practicing at home. Registration is available through the QR code on the flyer or at tinyurl.com/3MMJ675M.
Where: Fayette County Public Library, 1821 Heritage Parkway, Fayetteville, GA 30214.
83° 🌡️ 65° | 🌦️ | 60% | 💨 5 mph SSW
80° 🌡️ 66° | 🌦️ | 80% | 💨 6 mph SSE
77° 🌡️ 67° | 🌦️ | 80% | 💨 5 mph SSW
85° 🌡️ 66° | ⛈️ | 50% | 💨 4 mph SW
💧🌡️ Water temperature = 80ºF
Temperature readings taken from Lake Peachtree the night before publication
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