Inside new Newnan High School 5 years after tornado destruction

A new Newnan High School now stands where the original campus was leveled by a 170-mph EF-4 tornado five years ago.

Five years since EF-4 tornado struck Newnan, devastating town

Five years after a devastating EF-4 tornado hit Newnan, survivors are reflecting on their recovery. The 2021 storm brought 170 mph winds that destroyed neighborhoods, the local high school, and the historic downtown area.

Newnan tornado survivors turn wreckage into remembrance 5 years later
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Five years ago Thursday morning, the town of Newnan changed forever after an EF-4 tornado with 170 mph winds cut a path of destruction through the community.

Coweta deputy seriously injured after being hit by vehicle on I-85

A Coweta County deputy is recovering in the hospital after being hit by a vehicle during a traffic stop on Interstate 85 this morning.

5 years after EF-4 tornado, Newnan honors 'Seasons of Strength' and recovery

This weekend, a stage performance will share the personal stories of survivors to mark the fifth anniversary of the EF-4 tornado that devastated Newnan.

Sharpsburg man sentenced to 20 years for attempted sex with minor

Taylor Hannigan pleaded guilty in Coweta County Court and was sentenced to 20 years, with the first five years to be served in prison.

Coweta County grandfather sentenced to prison for child sexual abuse material

A 53-year-old Coweta County grandfather has pleaded guilty to possession of child porn after authorities say they found dozens of videos and images on his electronic devices after his arrest in 2024.

Temple woman charged in stolen school bus 'joyride'

Allison Marie Lynes was arrested after community members recognized her from viral surveillance footage of the bus theft.

Coweta County contractor Nathan Gividen faces new felony theft charges

New charges have been filed against a south metro construction contractor following a FOX 5 report last August regarding Nathan Gividen.

Coweta County man arrested following reports he shot at nearby workers

Milton Morris Mason, 69, was arrested after a SWAT standoff on Smith Circle in Coweta County. He reportedly shot at workers in a neighboring lot.