🌱 Rainstorms & Possible Flooding In GA + 2 Dallas Businesses Closed

Hello, everybody! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Dallas-Hiram Daily — here to explain everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days. Including news about:

• Rainstorms and possible flooding in GA
• Two Dallas businesses closed
• New Dallas Theater performances
  

But first, today's weather:

Some sun, then turning cloudy. High: 60 Low: 53.

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

1. About four to seven inches of rain is expected in Georgia over the next five days, with localized flooding possible. By tomorrow morning, Dec. 31, storms and downpours from two separate storms are expected to roll through Georgia. The American GFS model simulates a widespread three to five inches of rain and possible localized totals of up to seven inches in Georgia. (Washington Post)
2. Two Dallas businesses made the "What's Closed in West Georgia: Updated Restaurant and Retail Closures" list by The City Menus. Emmie and J Boutique in Dallas was relocated into Loved by Loveless, now located at 116 W. Bankhead Hwy in Villa Rica. The Wild Boar Sandwich Company in Dallas closed and will be converted into the Dallas Grill at the same location, 214 Main Street. (The City Menus)
3. Enjoy a night out on the town with a live performance at the Dallas Theater! Don't wait too late to buy tickets, shows are selling out. This season's next show that still has tickets available is "The Ultimate Oldies: Rock & Roll Show" on Jan. 21. Then "SkynFolks" on Feb. 3, "Free Movies Celebrating Black History Month" on Feb. 11, and the Main Street Teens Production of "The Wizard of Oz" from Mar. 3 to Mar. 12. Tickets are available for purchase online; visit the Dallas Theater website for more details on this season's shows. (Dallas Theater)
4. Looking for something fun to do while meeting people in your community? Check out your local public libraries' events! The Hiram – Maude P. Ragsdale Public Library, the New Georgia Public Library in Dallas, and the Dallas Public Library all have many upcoming events in January, including storytimes, Craft Kit Friday, Anime Club, Relax & Paint, Crochet Club, and a Community Bookmark Contest. (WGRLS)
5. Meet Theodore, an adorable Yellow Labrador Retriever puppy, who is looking for his forever home! View the link to see Theodore and more adoptable pets in the Dallas-Hiram area. (Dallas-Hiram Patch)

Today in Dallas-Hiram:

• Craft Kit Friday At New Georgia Public Library (9:00 AM)
• Let's Quilt At Dallas Public Library (9:00 AM)
• Hardy Blood Drive At 1255 Charles Hardy Parkway (10:00 AM)
• Bingo Night At Three Strands Vineyard and Winery (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• On Jan. 12 and Jan. 26, join the Maude P. Ragsdale Hiram Library's campaign and explore the role-playing world of Dungeons & Dragons! Beginners are welcome, and registration is required. (Maude P. Ragsdale Hiram Library via Facebook)
• Got tips on criminal activity? Call or send the Paulding County Sheriff's Office a message. Callers can remain anonymous if they desire. (Paulding County Sheriff’s Office via Facebook)
• Don't miss the City of Dallas' New Year's Eve "Silver Comet Drop" tomorrow, Dec. 31, starting at 8:00 p.m.! (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. See you all tomorrow morning for 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.