City chooses Scott Gray as new police chief

The City of Fayetteville has chosen Scott Gray as its new chief of police. Gray, who begins his new duties Thursday, is the former North Precinct commander of the Henry County Police Department. He was among 12 candidates interviewed to fill the post, replacing interim chief Jeff McMullan.

Former police chief Scott Pitts resigned in September after serving for three years. Gray has been with Henry County since 2003, and earned a master’s degree in public safety administration from Columbus State University last year. He also spent 10 years on the police force in Lake City.

UPCOMING

Virtual Vacation. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Feb. 13. Free. Fayette Senior Services, The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City. John and Ellen Minette will share their expertise on one of their favorite European cities. Register: 770-461-0813 or email register@fayss.org (include name, phone number and event title). Fayss.org.

Preschool Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays to May 30. Free. Hapeville Branch, 525 King Arnold St., Hapeville. Children, ages 3 and older, are invited to enjoy interactive stories and songs. Register: 404-762-4065. afpls.org.

Essential Oils for Parents. Noon-1 p.m. Feb. 18, March 18. Free. Jonesboro Branch, 124 Smith St., Jonesboro. Learn how essential oils can be used as a remedy for everyday stresses and ailments. 770-478-7120, claytonpl.org.

Liquor store approved, storage facility denied

The Doraville City Council voted unanimously to grant a conditional use permit for a liquor store at 5224 Buford Highway with the conditions that the applicant remove outdoor storage areas, re-strike the parking lot and screen the dumpster from view on Buford Highway.

The council also denied a conditional use permit to operate a moving and storage facility at 3613 and 3615 Clearview Place. The council felt it was a mistake to place the business at the location which sits inside a residential neighborhood and would cause a noise nuisance to residents.