🌱 Holiday Hijinks with Paulding County ROTC + Winter Weather Arrives

Hello all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh copy of the Dallas-Hiram Daily. Keep reading to find out the most important things happening around town, including updates on...

• Georgia State University President visits Paulding and Hiram High Schools
• Winter weather hits Georgia this week
• New jobs in Paulding County

But first, today's weather:

A shower and thunderstorm. High: 52 Low: 49.

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

1. On Monday, Georgia State University President Brian Blake visited East Paulding High School and Hiram High School. Alongside Paulding County School District Superintendent as well as several board members and State Representative Joseph Gullett. The officials toured both schools, speaking with students and faculty alike. Plans to increase recruitment to Georgia State University from the two high schools were also discussed. (Paulding County School District via Facebook)
2. The Paulding County High School ROTC held a fun-filled Rifle Teams Christmas Match. Jokingly nicknamed the "Don't shoot your eye out, kid!" rifle match, this event let team members compete for prizes. Heather Groom walked away with top marks, and the big prize of the night — a Red Ryder carbon-action 200-shot range model air rifle. (The Paulding County High School JROTC via Facebook)
3. A storm system is bringing some dangerous weather to Georgia. A massive storm system will be crossing over the country this week. It is expected to hit Georgia by Thursday of this week. Experts are expecting severe storms, gusty winds, hail, lighting, and even tornadoes across the area. (WJXT News4JAX )
4. Want to dedicate your career to serving the community? The Paulding County Government is currently hiring for multiple full-time positions. Available openings include Pre-Construction Engineer, Sign Technician, and Detention Officer. Visit the county's website for job details and application information. (Paulding County Government)
5. The Paulding County School District participated in the Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support conference last week. Dr. Sam Sabaka of Paulding County School District is the Coordinator for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), offered a fascinating presentation. Alongside colleagues from Northwest Georgia RESA, on 'A Day in the Life of a PBIS District Coordinator. Additional presentations were given on topics ranging from 'Harnessing the Power of Motivation at Tier I' and 'PBIS Can Work at a Middle School - But It Takes Commitment.' (Paulding County School District via Facebook)

Today in and around Dallas-Hiram:

• North Paulding Networking at Rodney's BBQ (8:00 AM)
• Color Shadowing at Phillips 47 Salon (9:00 AM)
• Genealogy Online at Villa Rica Public Library in Villa Rica (6:00 PM)
• Ironmonger's Open Mic at Ironmonger Brewing Company in Marietta (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Did you know the Paulding County Sheriff's Office has its very own mobile app? Download it to keep up with what's going down in Paulding County! Paulding County Sheriff’s Office via Facebook)
• The New Georgia Public Library is holding Baby Time today. Grab your comfiest pajamas and stop by! (New Georgia Public Library via Facebook)
• The Paulding County School District was highlighted for all its great work for student at the Georgia School Boards Association Conference earlier this month. Congratulations! Paulding County School District via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you soon.

— 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.