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Today’s Final Jeopardy question (3/9/2023) in the category “Landmarks” was:

After its completion in the late 19th c., it was called a “truly tragic street lamp” & a “high & skinny pyramid of iron ladders”

In the last final match of the High School Reunion tournament. The opponents are: Jackson Jones, a junior at Vanderbilt University from Louisville, KY, Maya Wright, a senior at Emory University from Peachtree City, GA; and Justin Bolsen, a first-year student at Brown University from Canton, GA.

These scores from yesterday will be added to today’s final scores to determine the winner: Jackson: $3,370; Maya: $24,000; Justin: $13,570

Round 1 Categories: College Sports Stuff – The Long-Ago 20th Century – Can We “Dis”cuss? – A Business, Major – One-Syllable Body Parts – Let’s Get Dirty

Jackson found the Jeopardy! round Daily Double in “One Syllable Body Parts” under the $1,000 clue on the 4th pick of the round. He was in the lead with $1,600, $600 more than Justin in second place. Jackson made it a true Daily Double, and said the liver. That was WRONG.

Macrophages destroy old or damaged cells when blood passes through this organ show

Jackson finished in the lead with $3,600. Justin was second with $3,000. Maya was last with $2,400. All clues were shown.

Round 2 Categories: First Words – 4-Letter Geography – There’s a Name in the Title – Inside Ballet & Opera – You, Robot – Take Me to Your Leader

Maya found the first Daily Double in “Take Me To Your Leader” under the $1,200 clue on the 12th pick of the round. She was in last place with $4,000, $3,200 less than Jackson’s lead. Maya bet $3,000 and she was RIGHT.

As her son Chlotar II was an infant when he became king in 584 A.D., his mom Fredegund served as this type of queen until he came of age show

Jackson got the last Daily Double in “Inside Ballet & Opera” under the $1,600 clue on the 20th pick of the round. In last place with $7,200, he had $4,600 less than Maya’s lead. Jackson bet $3,200 and drew a blank so he was WRONG.

This 8-letter piece of music comes before an opera & contains themes of the entire piece show

Maya finished in the lead with $14,200. Justin was second with $11,000 and Jackson was last with $5,600. All clues were shown.

ALL of the contestants got Final Jeopardy! right.

WHAT IS THE EIFFEL TOWER?

In 1887, not long after construction of the Eiffel Tower began, many prominent figures from the arts publicly protested against it on the grounds that it would destroy “the beauty of Paris that was until now intact.” The particular insults in today’s clue were the contributions of writers Guy de Maupassant (“this high and skinny pyramid of iron ladders, this giant ungainly skeleton”) and Léon Bloy (“this truly tragic street lamp”). You can read Gustave Eiffel’s response on the Eiffel Tower’s website in an article by Bertrand Lemoine.

From 8 things you might not know about the Eiffel Tower: “Critics were somewhat silenced by the tower’s immense popular success: at the Universal Exposition, it sold no fewer than two million admissions!”

Jackson bet $5,598 and finished with $11,198 today. Adding $24,000 to that made his final score $35,198.

Justin bet $10,991 and finished with $21,991. Adding $13,570 to that made his final score $35,561.

Maya bet $7,040 and finished with $21,240. Adding $3,370 brought her up to $24,610, and that made Justin Bolsen the $100,000 winner of the 2023 High School Reunion Tournament. We will also see him again in the next Tournament of Champions. Jackson won $50,000 and Maya won $25,000.

A triple stumper from each round:

LET’S GET DIRTY ($600) Synonymous with handheld vacuum for many, it’s been picking up spilled cat litter & coffee grounds since 1979

THERE’S A NAME IN THE TITLE ($1600) Chaim Potok’s “My Name is” this traces the inner struggle of a young Jew whose artistry conflicts with his Orthodox faith

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2 years ago: TWO of the players got this FJ in “U.S. Military Equipment”

The U.S. Army’s tradition of naming these began with the Sioux, used in the Korean War show

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Here are some more clues from the 3/9/2023 Jeopardy! game. Please don’t put the answers to these clues in the comments so people who missed the game can have a chance to answer them. It is okay to refer to them by category and clue value or by part of the clue.

A BUSINESS, MAJOR ($1000) In 2020 Lululemon spent $500 million to buy this fitness company whose wall-mounted device streams exercise classes

FIRST WORDS ($800) Inception is a synonym for this, also an event at the end of a college career

($1600) To begin the bidding in a card game or at an auction

($2000) Seen here (image) are the skin cells described by this fundamental adjective

4-LETTER GEOGRAPHY ($1600) Major industrial river valley region of northwest Germany

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Sneak Peek clues — THE LONG-AGO 20TH CENTURY: ($200) This term applied to many female activists of the early century is from Latin for “right of voting” ($400) This predecessor to the U.N. met for the firs time in November 1920 ($600) Announced in a 1947 speech, this President’s “Doctrine” provided the basis for U.S. Cold War policy ($800) The 1998 Good Friday Agreement helped quell decades of violence in this U.K. country ($1000) Ford’s 1913 adoption of this continuous workflow process reduced the time to build a car from 12-plus hours to 1 1/2

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The previous column entitled “The developer who created today’s Peachtree City — and gets little credit for it” got quite a bit of attention last week.

History is a fascinating look at people, actions, decisions, interactions, and behaviors. History’s cousin, legacy, is also a depiction of specific people and events.

Of course, as Winston Churchill made clear, the historical narrative is largely dependent upon who is writing it. History and legacy can be perilous preoccupations, indeed. Peachtree City’s history is no different.

The overwhelming majority of residents in Peachtree City (perhaps 99.99%) would have never known about the city’s founder Pete Knox, Jr. had I not started writing about him in The Citizen back in 2009. I stumbled upon Knox while doing some research as mayor.

Local schoolchildren were writing errant papers on the city’s history. A local amateur historian had been promoting a revisionist history for years, and everyone went for it. There were no “official” accounts.

Joel Cowan referred to my lifting the historical curtain away from Knox in 2009 as an “incendiary editorial.” Fortunately, my writings brought Knox some attention and he ended up getting at least a mention in a history booklet released by the city’s library.

There has been a great deal of legacy confusion in Peachtree City. Somehow the founder’s employee, Joel Cowan, was cited as the founder everywhere I looked, especially in bios of Cowan on the sites of various organizations he was involved in.

I was deeply saddened that Cowan himself never lifted Knox and the other investing founders up in the public forum, the people who gave him the opportunity to be part of the city’s great story. To me, it showed a great deal of disrespect.

Like Knox, the other man who was tossed out of the historical narrative was Peachtree City Development Corporation’s (PCDC) Doug Mitchell.

Back in the 1800s, Fayette County was a huge land mass. The land was eventually divided into current Fayette, DeKalb, Spalding, Clayton, and what is now South Fulton (formerly called Campbell). All of those counties had the same chance at success, but one ranks much higher on the quality of life metrics by far: Fayette County. The difference is Peachtree City and Mitchell made the difference.

Had it not been for Pete Knox, Jr.’s crazy idea of starting a city from scratch (in a county that resented the new city) and Doug Mitchell forming the right organization with the right people to propel the vision to unprecedented heights, there would be no Peachtree City or Fayette County as it is today.

It’s important to give people their due. You don’t have to like them but at least acknowledge their accomplishments. This is a good lesson for our children, especially in our culturally divided society.

I thought it apropos to list some of the comments from social media about the column on Doug Mitchell and the city’s history.

Michael Witt commented that he grew up in Annapolis Maryland in the late 70s-early/mid-80s. Mitchell and his stepfather (president of a large civil engineering company outside DC) went to many conventions together. Witt’s mom and Mitchell’s wife became best friends.

“I can recall as a kid in Maryland hearing about Peachtree City! Doug was very proud of what he had done/was doing,” Witt said. “Ironically, through a million twists and turns, I (along with my two sisters) now call Peachtree City home. I don’t recall Doug being an especially likable guy, but you have to give him some credit regarding his job.”

Former Fayette County Commissioner Peter Pfeifer said, “Doug and PCDC were certainly not perfect but are really most responsible for what was created.”

It’s a theme with Mitchell, the haughtiness, but the execution was impressive.

L. Gibbs worked in a local dentist’s office where Mitchell was a patient. She said Mitchell had some anxiety regarding dental procedures. Gibbs successfully worked to make him more comfortable.

“Ironically, he never once shared the details on his work with PCDC or his role in the development of PTC,” Gibbs explained. “He came across as a sweet family man who was very proud of his children.”

So appreciative was Mitchell of Gibbs’ compassion that he allowed Gibbs and her husband to stay at his log home retreat in Montana. “It was such a gracious and welcome retreat that he gave us and refused any payment for the stay,” said Gibbs. “Glad to see this article from Steve Brown because the city of PTC definitely should recognize him for his skills at bringing PTC to where it is today.”

Perhaps one day there will be an official recognition of Knox and Mitchell. You never know.

Michael Jerrell reminded me not to leave out Steve Black. Black, now president of Pathway (formerly PCDC), was also a force at PCDC. Black has overseen much of the Pathway development outside of Fayette County, including Summer Grove and Avery Park in Coweta County, Monarch Village in Henry County, and Lake Forest in Forsyth County.

Resident reader Tom Walsh rightly pointed out that I never told the readers how the alcohol rehab program worked out for Pete Knox, Jr. Knox cleaned himself up and lived a sober life until his death in 1993.

As no parent should ever have to experience, Knox had the unfortunate circumstance of living with a daughter and a son dying from cancer.

During Knox’s drinking days, he bought a lumber mill on a whim. It was a disastrous move and could have ruined the family. The sons Pete III and Boone had to waste a great deal of their young adulthood working countless hours to save the project for their father.

Pete III became a national figure in real estate investment trusts while Boone became a prominent figure in Georgia banking.

Steve Goins said he was in high school locally in 1979. He said in addition to the Big Star as indicated in the column there was also the A&T grocery store located in the Aberdeen Village Center. “Of course, the one constant in most of the history of PTC is going to be Jim Royal and Partners II Pizza,” Goins said.

Many readers have commented on moving to Peachtree City in the 1970s and remembering the horse stables and pastures. You might have wondered where the street names “Bridlepath Lane” and “Clydesdale Road” came from.

The equestrian theme for the city did not survive, and the site was converted to what is now the Glenloch Recreation Center and soccer fields.

If you are a Peachtree City long-timer, let us know your thoughts on the city in the 1970s — 1980s in the comment section.

I am working on crafting something on the gregarious Mayor Fred Brown next.

Read the previous history columns in this series with these links:

Part 1 – The founder, the idea, what now?

Part 2 – The land purchase, the hostility, and the first steps

Part 3 – The crash, the change, and the new direction

Part 4 – Worldwide turmoil, Peachtree City in foreclosure, and new ownership

Part 5 – The developer did it but got no credit

[Brown is a former mayor of Peachtree City and served two terms on the Fayette County Board of Commissioners. You can read all his columns by clicking on his photo below.]

Mark thy calendars — the 2023 Georgia Renaissance Festival is upon us! This epic event brings a European country fair to life with knights, jesters, and maidens. With eight weekends of jousting tournaments, sword-swallowing shows, and more, you’re guaranteed to have a blast.

The festival runs from April 15 through June 4, and admission if you buy your ticket online is $26.95. But with the Access Atlanta promo code “ACCESSATL,” you can score a 15% discount — a most wondrous deal!

Get ready for themed weekends like the Wizarding Weekend and Pirate’s Invasion Weekend, and check out the Artisan Market for crafts and yummy food. And be sure to read our handy “know-before-you-go” list to make the most of your visit. So grab your best renaissance gear and head to the festival for fun and adventure!

When is the 2023 Georgia Renaissance Festival?

From April 15 to June 4, join the Georgia Renaissance Festival every Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 in the morn’ until 6 in the evenin’ for a grand ol’ time filled with jousting, feasting, and all manner of medieval delights!

How much is admission to the Georgia Renaissance Festival?

Fear not! Tickets are priced between $11.95 and $28.95, depending on age and how you purchase (online or at the gate). Plus, little ones who are five years old and under can join the fun for FREE! But wait, there’s more! Unlock an exclusive 15% discount on your tickets using the promo code “ACCESSATL.”

Where does the Georgia Renaissance Festival take place?

Travel back in time to the Georgia Renaissance Festival, conveniently situated just off I-85 (take exit 61 for Fairburn and Peachtree City). The festival grounds are a mere eight miles from the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta. Enter 6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd. in Fairburn, Georgia 30213, in whatever GPS app you prefer.

Are shows included with my ticket?

Absolutely! All entertainment shows, jousting tournaments, contests, special events, and the Children’s Play Kingdom and Juggling School are included with your admission. Additionally, you can upgrade to the VIP section of the Extreme Joust for an additional fee and enjoy perks like crowns and photo opportunities with the knights.

Are pets allowed in the Georgia Renaissance Festival?

The Georgia Renaissance Festival asks that you leave your pets at home during its regular festival weekends to ensure the safety and well-being of its performing animals. However, there is a designated Pet-Friendly Weekend on April 22-23 (restrictions apply).

As for service dogs, they are welcome any weekend as long as they have proof of up-to-date vaccinations.

What can I do at the Georgia Renaissance Festival with kids?

You’re in luck! Plenty of activities are sure to delight kids of all ages. First up, check out Children’s Play Kingdom area. It may not be from the 16th century, but it’s a hit with little ones who love to climb, slide and explore.

Next, head to the Reptile Farm to meet a variety of lizards, snakes, and even a tortoise! There is also a range of exciting games and rides that will keep the kids entertained.

What is there to do at the Georgia Renaissance Festival for adults?

Enjoy shows designed for mature audiences, or set sail on the Pirate Pub Crawl, where you can join other buccaneers for a three-pub adventure, complete with a different beer at each stop and a souvenir tankard to take home. So get your limited tickets now for this unforgettable experience, available twice daily at 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Are there hotels nearby?

Looking for a cozy spot to rest after a long day of jousting and feasting at the Georgia Renaissance Festival? Look no further! According to the festival’s website, it recommends staying at one of the nearby hotels for maximum convenience and comfort, like the Comfort Inn & Suites - Fairburn or the Wingate By Wyndham - Fairburn, both located just a stone’s throw away from the Festival site.

Where can I find more information to help plan ahead?

With so much to see and do, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. That’s where the festival’s handy “customize your experience” tool comes in. Select the shows, rides, and food you’re most excited about, and the tool will create a personalized itinerary just for you. And the best part? It’s all sent straight to your inbox!

Early Voting for the Special Election Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

February 27th – March 3rd

March 6th – March 10th

March 13th – March 17th

Saturdays, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

March 4th & March 11th

3rd Annual Junior Art Show March 1st-31st, 2023 —Peachtree City Library:

The Peachtree City Library presents the 3rd Annual Junior Art Show! Throughout the month of March, artwork by talented artists ages 1-13 will be featured in the Children’s Department on the Storytime Room window.

Conversational Spanish:

Thursdays starting March 2nd, 2023, 6:00pm —Theater Room

Join the Peachtree City Library staff for conversational Spanish. Are you already learning Spanish? Come have a chat and practice your conversational skills. For ages 14+ and all skill levels. No previous experience necessary. This is a drop-in event, no registration required.

AARP Smart Driver Course:

Friday, March 3rd, 2023, 10:15am-4:45pm —Storytime Room

The AARP Smart Driver course teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the road. Plus, you may qualify for a multi-year automobile insurance discount by completing the course (check with your auto insurance agent for details). This event will be held in the Storytime Room. Cost: $20 for AARP members; $25 for Non-Members. Cash or check accepted on day of class. Registration required. Register at https://peachtreecitylibrary.eventbrite.com.

Meet Your Matches: Intro to DNA Results Using Ancestry.com

Saturday, March 4th, 2023, 3:00pm —Readers & Writers Room

Learn the basics to understanding your DNA story and matches at Ancestry.com! Join Library Specialist Heather M. as she walks you through the Ancestry website, including an overview of ethnicity estimates, DNA matches, and some of Ancestry’s newest features to help you explore your family history. Access to Ancestry Library Edition is free to all PINES library cardholders within the building, but the library does not provide DNA test kits. This is a drop-in event, no registration required.

Assistive Technology Petting Zoo with Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled:

Tuesday, March 7th, 2023, 11:00am-3:00pm —Storytime Room

Come see the latest assistive technology available from the Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled. GLS staff will be on hand to demonstrate assistive technology available for checkout. This is a drop-in event, no registration required.

Excel Intermediate Level: FUNctions and Formulas:

Tuesday, March 7th & Thursday, March 21st, 2023, 5:30pm —Readers & Writers Room

Two Sessions Available

Join Linda B. for an Excel Intermediate Level class. Participants must know how to use a computer, open and save an Excel file. The class with be using Excel 2016. If you have your own laptop, please bring it. Space is limited. Ages 18+. Registration required. Register at https://peachtreecitylibrary.eventbrite.com.

Learn Korean:

Tuesdays starting March 7th, 2023, 6:00pm —Storytime Room

What is K-culture? It’s a term used to describe the phenomenal growth of Korean entertainment, food, music, movies, beauty, and fashion products that have become popular worldwide. Come learn the basics of the Korean language and enjoy this popular cultural trend. Hosted by Sunny V., this event is free and open to the public. No previous experience or registration required.

Fairy Tales Read & Find:

Wednesday, March 8th, 2023, 11:00am —Peachtree City Library Facebook Page

Join Peachtree City Library online on our Facebook page for Fairy Tales Read & Find with Lee St. John, OBie the Storytelling Dog’s mama. She will read a new fairy tale each month with a hidden objects coloring page. This month’s tale is Wizard of Oz. https://facebook.com/peachtreecitylibrary/

Adult Pick-Up Craft Week: Coffee Filter Flower/Wreath:

Week of Monday, March 13th, 2023 —Peachtree City Library Facebook Page

Pick up your craft kit and then tune in to the Peachtree City Library’s Facebook Page on Monday, March 13th to watch an instructional video on how to create your own super easy DIY craft. Library Assistant Susan C. will show you all the ins and outs of this super easy craft. Ages 18+. https://facebook.com/peachtreecitylibrary/

Lynn Cullen Book Talk & Signing:

Tuesday, March 14th, 2023, 11:00am —Peachtree City City Hall Council Chambers

In 1940s and ’50s America, polio is as dreaded as the atomic bomb. No one’s life is untouched by this disease that kills or paralyzes its victims, particularly children. Dorothy Horstmann wants the world to have a cure. Applying the same determination that lifted her from a humble background as the daughter of immigrants, to becoming a doctor–often the only woman in the room–she hunts down the monster where it lurks: in the blood. On site book sales will be available courtesy of Book Miser. This is a drop-in event, no registration required. This event will be held in person at Peachtree City City Hall Council Chambers.

Adult Sensory Storytime:

Wednesday, March 15th, 2023, 12:15pm —Readers & Writers Room

This 30-minute storytime and craft for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This is a free, drop-in event and will be held in the Readers & Writers Room.

Maximize the College Campus Visit:

Thursday, March 16th, 2023, 6:00pm —Readers & Writers Room

Your college campus visit can be one of the most critical steps in your decision-making process for college. This workshop will discuss specific strategies for making the most of your time on campus. You’ll learn what questions to ask, who to talk to, and how to get a feel for the school’s atmosphere. This is a drop-in event, no registration required. One lucky attendee will win a FREE copy of Mark’s new book, HELP! My Teen Isn’t On Track To College.

Keeping You in Stitches:

Saturday, March 18th, 2023, 12:00pm —Readers & Writers Room

Join Linda B. as she instructs you on basic crochet stitches. Patterns will be provided. Ages 18+. This is a drop-in event, no registration required.

Tabletop Games for Adults:

Saturday, March 18th, 2023, 2:00pm-4:00pm—Storytime Room

Relax and have fun with tabletop games. Play our games or bring your own. This is a drop-in event, no registration required. Ages 18+. March games: Word Games.

What’s Jill Reading?:

Thursday, March, 23rd 2023, 8:30pm —Peachtree City Library Facebook LIVE

Join Library Director Jill P. on the Peachtree City Library Facebook Live Page each month to find out what she’s been reading. https://facebook.com/peachtreecitylibrary/

“Based on the Book” Film Series:

Friday, March 24th, 2023, 10:00am & 7:00pm —Theater Room

Join Peachtree City Library for a new film series “Based on the Book,” viewing films of new and classic titles. March’s film is Hologram for the King (2016). This free event will be held in the Theater Room on the lower level of the library. The 7pm session is an “after hours” event, please use the lower level entrance. Seating is limited. Registration required. Register at https://peachtreecitylibrary.eventbrite.com.

Movie Matinee: Women’s History Month Screening:

Saturday, March 25th, 2023, 1:00pm —Theater Room

Join the Peachtree City Library for a screening of Not for Ourselves Alone: The Story of Elizabeth Cady Stanton & Susan B. Anthony. Bring a blanket, light refreshments will be provided. Held on the lower level of the library in the Theater Room. Seating limited. Registration Required. Register at https://peachtreecitylibrary.eventbrite.com

Cozy Talk Book Club:

Monday, March 27th, 2023, 10:00am —Readers & Writers Room

A monthly book club to discuss your next favorite Cozy Mystery read. March’s book pick is Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan C. Bradley. Limited copies available at the Circulation desk. This is a drop-in event, no registration required. Ages 18+.

PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. - The 14-year-old girl accused of setting a fire which gutted the Peachtree City Walmart in August was sentenced on Friday in juvenile court

The teen, whose name was not released, took responsibility for her actions and was sentenced. The teen admitted to sparking the fire in the paper goods aisle. It happened shortly before 7:20 p.m. on Aug. 24 at the Walmart located on 2717 Georgia Highway 54.

Firefighters said the sprinklers were quickly overwhelmed. The flames at one point were licking the roof, making the structure unstable.

Three officers, who charged into the store to ensure everyone was out safely, had to be rushed to the hospital after being overcome by smoke. No other injuries were reported.

It took the combined efforts of the Peachtree City, Coweta County, Fayetteville, and Fayette County fire departments to eventually get the blaze under control. That happened around 4 a.m. the next morning.

There was significant damage caused to the interior and roof. One estimate puts the damage at more than $30 million and could top $40 million after restoration efforts are complete.

Unfortunately, those efforts won’t be complete in time for the holidays, Walmart says. In fact, the store will likely not reopen until after the first of the year. Customers have been asked to drive to the stores in neighboring Newnan and Fayetteville.

Walmart did open a mobile pharmacy in the parking lot to help locals get their prescriptions easier, but it is closed nights and weekends.

Employees have been temporarily transferred to other stores and the Peachtree City Walmart will be accepting applications soon in preparation for the store’s grand reopening. That exact date has not yet been set.

As for what sentence the teen faces, those court records are confidential, so the sentence will not be disclosed.

Police say there is no evidence to support the rumor the fire was set as part of a TikTok challenge. Investigators believe the setting of the fire was a simple impulse action.