🌱 Local Magician Performs For Troops + Arsenic & Old Lace Tonight

Hey, everybody. It's Friday in Dallas-Hiram and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town.

First, today's weather:

A stray morning thundershower. High: 86 Low: 65.

Here are the top 5 stories today in Dallas-Hiram:

1. A local magician will join a touring group to perform for multiple U.S. military bases in the Southwest Asia region this fall. Joe M. Turner, a mentalist and magician based in Paulding County, will depart with the "Magicians on Mission: Magic and Comedy Tour" on Aug. 24 and tour until Sep. 4. Turner has co-produced “Atlanta Magic Night,” the longest-running magic variety show in the city, since 2014. (The Dallas New Era via Facebook)
2. Mad Artist Entertainment's rendition of "Arsenic and Old Lace" debuts tonight at 7:30 p.m. at The Dallas Theater. Tickets are available for $15, and children, students, seniors, and military members with valid ID are eligible to receive a discount. Additional performances will take place tomorrow at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and Sunday at 3:00 p.m. (The Dallas Theater)
3. Are you interested in natural resources and Georgia's natural history? Paulding County still has a few spots left in the upcoming Master Naturalist training class, and the registration deadline is less than a week away. Reserve your spot before Aug. 18 by emailing daniel.price@uga.edu or calling 770-528-4082. (UGA Extension-Paulding County via Facebook)
4. Today is the last day to register for the Paulding County Fall 2022 Youth Volleyball League. During the eight-match season, girls ages 9-15 will learn the fundamentals of volleyball and develop leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. The registration fee is $81 and includes the cost of the game jersey. (Paulding County Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs via Facebook)
5. The Dallas Theater and Civic Center has announced "The Wizard of Oz" as the title of its upcoming Spring musical! Young actors ages 13-18 are encouraged to attend open auditions on Nov. 3 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. or Nov. 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The show will premiere in March 2023. (Dallas Theater & Civic Center via Facebook)

Today in Dallas-Hiram:

• Baby Social At New Georgia Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Prime Time Dance At Paulding County Senior Center (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home in the Dallas-Hiram area? Check out these five newly listed houses for sale in Paulding County. (Dallas-Hiram Patch)
• Many cats and dogs in Paulding County are still searching for their forever homes. Don't miss these adoptable pets at shelters in the Dallas-Hiram area. (Dallas-Hiram Patch)
• The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office is still actively recruiting new officers. Learn how you can help make a difference in the community by visiting www.joinpauldingsheriff.com or downloading the free mobile app. (Paulding County Sheriff’s Office via Facebook)

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— Sean Peek

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