🌱 Apartment Shooter Arrested + Firearm Safety Course + MyDallasGA App

Hello again, friends! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Dallas-Hiram Daily, filled with all the local information you need to know right now. Follow along for the latest...

First, today's weather:

A heavy t-storm in the p.m. High: 84 Low: 67.

Here are the top five stories today in Dallas-Hiram:

1. The Paulding County Sheriff's Office assisted Cobb County police in arresting a man accused of killing two people and critically injuring a third at a Cobb County apartment complex Monday. Officials arrested Lester Piercefield on Tuesday just one day after 27-year-old Jeremy Davis and 24-year-old Lena Wolfe were found dead at the Premier Apartments in nearby Austell. Authorities have not yet commented on the suspect's motive or provided details about the charges Piercefield will face. (11 Alive)
2. The Dallas Public Library is offering a firearm safety course to help keep children safe. The Be S.M.A.R.T curriculum focuses on raising awareness of the importance of proper firearm safety and storage. Catch the class at the library this Saturday, Jul. 16, at 10:00 a.m. or learn more at besmartforkids.org. (Dallas Public Library via Facebook)
3. The City of Dallas has released a new mobile app to provide information about local events and resources. The app, mydallasga, allows residents to make reports, ask questions, pay bills, and more straight from their mobile devices. Scan the QR code at the link or find the app directly on Google Play or Apple App Store. (City of Dallas, GA)
4. Does your child have Minion fever? Sparkles in Hiram is hosting a Minion-themed party this Saturday, Jul. 16, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Children ages five and younger are welcome to attend and meet some of their favorite Minion characters! (Sparkles Hiram via Facebook)
5. Looking for a new home in the Dallas-Hiram area? There will be an open house at 278 Windmill Drive this Saturday, Jul. 16. Check out the link to learn more and discover other homes currently available in Paulding County. (Dallas-Hiram Patch)

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Today in Dallas-Hiram:

• Paint Chip Project At New Georgia Public Library (11:00 AM)
• Paint & Sip At Vintage Wine Bar (6:00 PM)
• Summer Essential Oils Workshop At The Dallas Markets (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for some local good eats? Don't miss Food Truck Friday in downtown Dallas tomorrow, Jul. 15, from 6:00-10:00 p.m. (City of Dallas, Georgia – Government via Facebook)
• The Maude P. Ragsdale Hiram Library is hosting Women's Empowerment: Overcoming Burnout this Saturday, Jul. 16, at 1:00 p.m. Register today to reserve your spot! (Maude P. Ragsdale Hiram Library via Facebook)
• Interested in receiving free Disney On Ice and/or Monster Jam tickets? Kids ages 2-12 can earn a ticket through the Dallas Public Library by reading five books! Visit the library or check out the link to learn more. (Dallas Public Library via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.