🌱 Man Arrested For Hospital Bomb Threat + Woman Hit By Car & Killed

Hey, everybody. It's me, Linda Marlow, your host of the Dallas-Hiram Patch newsletter — here to tell you everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Including news about...

• A woman was killed in a tragic incident in Hiram when she darted into the roadway.
• A man has been arrested for a bomb threat made at Wellstar Douglas Hospital.
• Georgia has been ranked as the second highest state for job resignations.

But first, the weekend weather: Thunderstorms Saturday morning, sunny later with a high of 80. Saturday night mostly clear, low of 54. Sunday mix of sun and clouds, slight chance of rain with high of 79. Sunday night heavy rain possible, low of 59.

Business owners and marketers in Dallas-Hiram: Do you want to build awareness with local customers? I have a limited number of sponsorships available to introduce our readers to local businesses they need to know. Click here to learn more.

Here are the top stories today in Dallas-Hiram:

1. A woman was tragically struck and killed by a vehicle on Friday morning near the intersection of US-278 and Highway 92 in Hiram. The incident, which occurred when the woman darted into the roadway from the south shoulder of the highway, is currently being investigated by authorities. The victim's name has not been released to the public at this time. (11Alive.com WXIA)
2. A man has been arrested in connection with a bomb threat made at Wellstar Douglas Hospital. On March 21, officers from the Douglasville Police Department were called to the hospital to investigate the threat, which resulted in a lockdown of the facility. Latarus Whitley was quickly identified as the caller and taken into custody. It is currently unknown what charges he is facing or what motivated him to make the threat. (Fox5 Atlanta)
3. Former Gov. Roy Barnes has filed a lawsuit against Cobb County regulators after a request to rezone his farmland to build homes was denied. The lawsuit, which was filed this week, seeks to declare parts of the county's zoning code unconstitutional. Barnes Farms partnered with developer David Pearson Communities to build a proposed single-family residential housing development on his 192-acre farm in unincorporated Powder Springs. However, the county denied the request over concerns of flooding and zoning requirements. (The Christian Index)
4. According to a recent report by WalletHub, Georgia has been ranked as the second highest state for job resignations in the United States. The report ranks states and the District of Columbia based on how frequently people are leaving their jobs. Georgia had a resignation rate of 3.40 percent in the latest month and 3.83 percent in the past 12 months. (Valdosta Today)

From our sponsor:

Looking for something new to watch? Get fresh recommendations delivered straight to your inbox with the Likewise What to Watch newsletter! Their personalized recommendations are driven by what real people are watching and recommending, so you can trust that you're getting the best suggestions. Sign up now for free!

This weekend in Dallas-Hiram:

Saturday

• Wing Dinner Fundraiser — Veterans Ministry (12:00 PM)
• Spring Fling — Unity Baptist Church (12:00 - 3:00 PM)
• Life Skills 101: Entrepreneurship — New Georgia Public Library (2:00 PM)
• Choosing and Using Good Literature for Homeschool — Dallas Public Library (2:00 PM)

Sunday

• Ladies Day Out — Vintage Wine Bar (2:00 - 8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Hiram: Alexis Vasquez, the newest certified police officer in the City of Hiram, recently graduated from the 20th session of Police Mandate Training held at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center. During the ceremony, Vasquez was presented with his Georgia Peace Officer certification and received his badge from his wife, Monica. The Hiram Police Department expressed their pride in having Officer Vasquez as a member of their team. (City of Hiram via Facebook)
• Paulding County School District: PCSD is hosting its Fine Arts Day on Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., regardless of the weather conditions. This event will showcase the visual and performing arts of the district, including 35 performances, 500 student art pieces, and 50 vendors/artisans. Attendees can also enjoy a variety of delicious foods from the available food trucks. Admission tickets cost $5 and can be purchased through the provided link. (Paulding County School District via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Vista Lake/Willow Springs: Lawncare and junk removal. Contact for estimates: 470-360-2506 Mike. (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Sweetbriar: Running a deal on splash shield installations, a few pieces of glass are at the shop. 404-709-1194. (Nextdoor)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured events:

• Wing Dinner Fundraiser (March 25)
• Add your event

Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you tomorrow for another update.

— Linda Marlow

About me: Linda Marlow is an experienced writer and communications professional with a diverse background in industries such as healthcare, education, publishing, and performing arts. She is a Dallas resident who is passionate about sharing the latest news and events happening in Paulding County through her writing. Linda is currently serving as a contributing writer for the Dallas-Hiram Patch newsletter, where she continues to use her storytelling skills to inform and engage the local community.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Dallas-Hiram Patch newsletter? Contact me at Dallas-Hiram@Patch.com