How The Great Town Of Peachtree City Has Become A Golf Cart Paradise

In the wonderful state of Georgia just south of metropolitan Atlanta there is a beautiful city of about 35,000 named Peachtree City. It is unique in that it has a complete network of golf cart paths that crisscross the city in such a way that nearly every part is accessible. Since the paths are multi-use, many people use them to jog, walk, ride bikes, and of course, ride golf carts. There are even golf cart parking spots especially designed for them and the police have several patrol carts cruising the paths as well.

Approximately 9,000 Households Own Golf Carts

In a city of 35,000 people, that’s a huge number of carts but they also allow children over the age of 12 are allowed to drive them as long as a parent or guardian are on board. Once a teenager is 15 they can then operate a cart by themselves. This has been a great way for many of the schools and businesses to get more parking spaces in less area since the carts are smaller and use less space. CNN once named this city the eighth best city in the US out of the top 100 and their golf cart pathways were one of the reasons.

As you might have already guessed there are 3 large golf clubs in the city, Planterra Ridge, Braelinn Golf Club, and Flat Creek Country Club all owned by the large Clubcorp which owns nearly 200 golf clubs nationwide. Since there are so many cart paths in the city it’s possible for nearly any resident to ride their golf cart to any one of the three golf clubs using only their carts on paths.

This is a great little city that has found a way to be voted into the top 100 cities in the US several different times. You can learn more about Peachtree city online where they have their own website loaded with visitor information, hotel links, and governmental links as well.

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Tornado watch issued for Gwinnett, metro until 6 p.m.

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a tornado watch for Gwinnett County and much of north Georgia until 6 p.m. today.

A strong line of storms is moving east from Dalton to Adairsville.

A flash flood watch also remains in effect as showers and thunderstorms increase across north and central Georgia.

Forecasters say some storms could be strong to sever, capable of damaging winds, large hail and possible tornados. Locally heavy rain could result in possible flash flooding.

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Harry W. Hicks of Peachtree City

Harry Wilbur Hicks

Harry W. Hicks, 6-8-1925 – 5-8-2017, was born in College Park, Ga. where he grew up with his parents and younger brother, Bill.

After graduating from Georgia Military Academy, he entered the Navy ROTC program and trained at Georgia Tech. After the war ended, Mr. Hicks married his childhood sweetheart, Laura Leigh Richardson and began a career as a furniture manufacturer’s representative, his territory being the state of Florida.

The family moved to Lakeland, Fla. where their three children grew up attending schools through high school. Always for looking for opportunities and willing to take risks, he was successful in developing property and building spec. houses.

After retirement, he became interested in citrus and enjoyed owning groves and growing fruit trees. After living in N.C. half of each year, the couple settled in Hendersonville to be near children and grandchildren. Harry was active in the Methodist Church, a long-time member of Kiwanis, Braves fan, and tennis player for years. The last five years the couple lived at Arbor Terrace in Peachtree City.

He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Laura R. Hicks; children, Hal Hicks (Pat), Manelle Caldwell (John), and Laura Glenn; 9 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren. Carmichael-Hemperley Funeral Home, Peachtree City, is in charge of arrangements.

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Peachtree City begins parade registration

Peachtree City is accepting applications for its annual Fourth of July parade. City residents, businesses, civic groups, churches and politicians can participate at no charge.

Fayette County groups in those categories can apply starting May 24; businesses must pay $50 per entry and all others $25. City residents may not apply on behalf of any business or organization outside the county. Entries must be decorated and feature a patriotic, family-friendly theme.

All applicants must read the parade rules at www.peachtree-city.org before either applying in person at the Kedron Fieldhouse or calling 770-631-2525. The final deadline is June 24, but available slots might fill before then.

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Peachtree City police promise intersection enforcement

Peachtree City’s police department is pledging to continue traffic enforcement at the intersection of Ga. 74 and Ga. 54. The city acknowledged Wednesday that “congestion is far worse than normal the past few days,” primarily for those going northbound in Peachtree City and trying to turn west toward Newnan, only to get stuck in the center “box” of the intersection when the light changes.

Drivers who block traffic are subject to citations. The city says it has forwarded its concerns to the Georgia Department of Transportation, which has jurisdiction over traffic control.

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