Serving your Community
Fayette County is more than where we live—it’s a community we build together through service, leadership, and care for one another.
Volunteering here takes many forms. It can be lending a hand at community events, supporting local schools, or stepping up to serve on a neighborhood board or county committee. When residents choose to serve in these roles, they help shape decisions, represent their neighbors, and ensure our community continues to thrive.
Serving on a board or committee is a meaningful way to give back. It’s an opportunity to:
Advocate for your community
Help guide local initiatives and improvements
Build stronger connections with neighbors and leaders
Be part of decisions that impact Fayette County today and into the future
Whether your contribution is hands-on or at the leadership table, every act of service matters. It’s the collective effort of engaged residents that makes Fayette County such a strong, welcoming place to call home.
You don’t have to do everything—just start where you are. Offer your time, your voice, and your willingness to serve.
National Pecan Sandies Day
National Pecan Sandies Day comes around on June 23 every year, and whether you say it as ‘pee-can’ or ‘peh-kahn,’ we give you all the reasons to be excited about this textured, crunchy, buttery, tree nut.
Cookies make everything infinitely better, so we don’t doubt that this will have you coming back for more. Firstly, what is a pecan sandy, and what’s with the name? The sandy (or ‘sablé’) is a type of sugar or shortbread cookie. The word ‘sablé’ is French, meaning ‘sandy,’ due to the crumbly texture of the cookie, which comes from the sandy, breadcrumb-like texture when mixing the flour and butter. The name also works because of the sandy color of the cookie. The traditional pecan sandy has a toasted pecan pressed into the cookie and is garnished with a flurry of powdered sugar. Furthermore, since this is a type of mildly sweet shortbread cookie, it melts in the mouth and goes amazingly with a glass of cold milk or a hot beverage like tea.
The name ‘Sandies’ was registered by the Keebler Company (an American cookie manufacturer) as a brand name in 1955, which they used for their line of shortbread cookies. They introduced the pecan sandy then and, later on, added other variations.
Other world cultures have very similar cookies to pecan sandies, which are generically called ‘snowball cookies’ and have their own specific names depending on their country of origin. For example in in countries like Malaysia, it is referred to as an ‘Arab biscuit’.
Differing from pecan sandies only in shape, snowball cookies are rolled into balls and doused with powdered sugar (resembling snowballs — hence the name) and contain pecans as part of the dough. They are also known as ‘Mexican wedding cookies,’ ‘Russian tea cakes,’ and ‘Danish wedding cookies.’ Whatever the country of origin, though, we are sure glad they exist, and that they continue to be a favorite for people around the globe.
Voting Run off dates to remember
Many major races did not produce outright winners, leading to multiple runoffs statewide.
The June runoff elections will determine:
Republican candidates for governor and U.S. Senate
Several other key statewide and legislative positions including:
Lieutenant Governor
Secretary of State
Labor Commissioner
Insurance Commissioner
Runoff Election date is Tuesday, June 16 with early voting to begin on Monday, June 8th.
Results will shape the November general election matchups.
Men’s Health Month
June is Men’s Health Month! This month is all about encouraging the men in your life to take care of their bodies by eating right, exercising, and working to prevent disease. The official symbol for the month is a blue ribbon and the purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of diseases including cancer, heart disease, and depression.
How to Observe Men's Health Month
1. Tweak your diet - Men's Health Month is a great opportunity to change the way you eat. Cut back on alcohol this month or up your intake of healthy fermented foods like sauerkraut and kefir. You can do anything for a month, and if you do it for a month, you can do it for life!
2. Set some goals - Use this month to take stock of your health now and think about where you want it to be. Do you want to lose weight? Gain muscle? Simply eat more vegetables? Set small and achievable goals and work with your doctor to make them a reality.
3. Get educated - Take this opportunity to read about the common health issues that are specific to men and how you can prevent yourself from getting hurt! Check out the CDC for information on health issues that men face.
Why Men's Health Month is Important
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If you're stressing about a symptom—a busted knee, a persistent headache—it can be easy to get in a cycle of worrying about it. But going to the doctor can do two incredible things: one, it can figure out what's wrong, but two, it can keep you from worrying! Men's Health Month encourages you to get yourself checked out so you can feel better—and stop worrying.
A conversation starter
Men's Health Month gets people talking about health, which gets people acting about health. Gyms get joined, appointments get made, and resolutions get promised. It's a beautiful thing. Join in!
An excuse for pampering
Lots of things that are good for your body are also good for your soul! Play some golf, get a massage, take an extra long nap. It's all healthy, and if anyone asks the occasion, you've got an answer at the ready: Men's Health Month!
National Hamburger Day
Every May 28, National Hamburger Day celebrates America’s most iconic food. Americans eat over 50 billion burgers a year, so it’s only fitting we set aside a whole day for these special sandwiches
However you decide to chow down, this day is for you. Fire up the grill, gather round your friends, and cook up some delicious burgers.
America’s Top 5 hamburger loving cities
#1 — Seattle #2 — Philadelphia #3 — Boston #4 — Baltimore #5 — Miami
TOP 5 BURGER TOPPINGS THAT AMERICANS LOVE
Cheese 79% Lettuce 71% Tomato 66% Onion 58% Pickle 54%
Top 5 cheeses that Americans like to melt on a burger
Provolone 31% Pepper jack 40 % Swiss 43% Cheddar 65% American 66%
AMERICA’S TOP 10 FAVORITE HAMBURGER CHAINS
#1 — McDonald’s #2 — Five Guys #3 — Wendy’s #4 — Burger King #5 — Steak ‘N Shake
#6 — In-N-Out Burger #7 — Culver’s #8 — Sonic #9 — Whataburger #10 — White Castle
Congratulations PCHOA Class of 2026
Princeton Chase Homeowners Association would like to recognize all the graduates of 2026. We know you have worked hard and persevered for this very moment. Take time to reflect and be proud of all you have achieved and how far you’ve come. Congratulations to:
Khadin Powell (Sandy Creek High School). He will be attending Gordon State College, majoring in Mechanical Engineering and hopes to play baseball there!
We wish you well on your future endeavors. The world is yours!
Don’t forget to VOTE
Early voting has concluded so if you missed out be sure to turn out on Tuesday, May 19th. There are a lot of items up for consideration on the ballot so get out and make your voice heard!
Graduate Recognition
As graduation season is fast approaching, this time of year is often important for many families. Your young one may be graduating from high school, trade school or college. These are milestones and memories that last a lifetime. Princeton Chase Homeowners Association wants to acknowledge those in the community that are preparing to graduate as part of the Class of 2026.
To have your graduate added to the recognition list, please submit info below until May 21, 2026 to inform us of a 2026 Princeton Chase elementary, middle high school or college/ university graduate.
Provide the following information:
Graduate’s Name
Address (used for verification purposes only)
Elementary, Middle or High School
College/University and degree
Future plans
Submit your info via the Contact Us link .
Special Called Budget Presentation Meeting
Fayette County Board of Commissioners
Special Called Budget Presentation Meeting
Please be informed that the Fayette County Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Called Budget Presentation Meeting on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. to formally present the fiscal year 2027 proposed budget.
This meeting will be held in the Public Meeting Room at 140 Stonewall Avenue West, Fayetteville, Georgia 30214.
The public is invited to attend!
January Is National Radon Action Month
Residents Encouraged to Register for Free Zoom Session on January 29
January is National Radon Action Month, a timely reminder for Georgia homeowners to learn about and test for radon, an odorless and invisible gas that can pose serious health risks when it accumulates inside homes. Radon forms naturally when uranium in soil and rock breaks down and can seep into homes through foundations, reaching dangerous levels without any warning signs. The only way to know if radon is present is through testing.
Long-term exposure to elevated radon levels significantly increases the risk of lung cancer. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, behind smoking. About one in fifteen homes nationwide has radon levels at or above the EPA action level of 4 picocuries per liter; however, homes in Georgia are much more likely to have elevated radon levels than the national average.
Granite-rich soil found throughout much of Georgia increases the risk of radon intrusion. In some counties, as many as one in two homes tested has an elevated level of radon. The University of Georgia Radon Program recently updated its statewide radon risk map, allowing residents to explore radon risk by county. The interactive map is available at radon.uga.edu and shows that most counties north of Columbus, Macon, and Augusta have radon risks well above the national average.
“Regardless of where your home is located or how it is built, radon can be a concern,” officials emphasize. “Testing is the only way to protect yourself and your family.”
In recognition of National Radon Action Month, residents are encouraged to take action by attending a free Zoom educational session on January 29 hosted by the Fayette County Extension Office. The session will be led by Rebecca Cantrell, UGA Radon Educator, who will share information about radon, explain why Georgia homes are at higher risk, and discuss practical ways to reduce exposure and protect your family.
Registration information:
To sign up for the January 29 Zoom session, visit the Upcoming Adult ANR Events section of the Fayette County Extension website at extension.uga.edu/Fayette.
For more information about radon and testing resources, visit radon.uga.edu.