🌱 Richland Creek Reservoir Park Survey + Empowering Women Luncheon

Hello there, Dallas-Hiram. I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Let's do this.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 91 Low: 69.

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

1. Paulding County will be holding an online survey regarding the Richland Creek Reservoir Park from now until Sept. 16! The county recently held a meeting where they discussed a potential recreation area and are looking for input from Paulding county residents. The answers will be used to design the area and create a plan that will be presented at Burnt Hickory Park. (Paulding County Georgia)
2. The Paulding Chamber's Empowering Women program hosted a sold-out luncheon on Tuesday. Guest speaker, Donna Briggs, discussed her book, Lead Like A Woman, while attendees enjoyed lunch from Jim 'N Nick's. If this sounds like something you would enjoy, make sure to look out for the next event! (Paulding County Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
3. Paulding Chamber & The Dallas Markets will be hosting a "Dine and Unwind" event on Sept. 16! The night will be full of drinks, games, food and music! Tickets are still available for purchase, and the cost is $75 per person, which includes two drink tickets, dinner, admission to the event and a beer and wine tasting. (Paulding County Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
4. Did you know that September is National Preparedness Month? The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, along as well as emergency management agencies encourage all Georgia residents to prepare themselves for any and all emergencies that may occur. Additional information about disaster preparation and what safety measures you can take this month can be found here here. (WGRA News)
5. Dallas Nutrition, a new coffee spot, donated some energy teas to the local police department on Monday to keep them awake during their shift! The local business will serve a variety of drinks and will be located in the Paulding Plaza in Dallas. The shop will open for the first time at 7:00 a.m. this Tuesday! (Dallas Nutrition)

Today in Dallas-Hiram:

• BlairOutLoud SOLO Show At Los Magueys Dallas (6:00 PM)
• The Winery Comedy Tour At Shezmu Cellars (7:00 PM)
• The Market at Powder Springs At Marietta Street in Downtown Powder Springs (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office reminds residents to drive cautiously after recent summer storms swept through the area. Be sure to watch the speed limit and make sure you get to your destination safely! (Paulding County Sheriff’s Office via Facebook)
• All government offices and buildings in Paulding County will be closed for Labor Day, this Monday. Any questions or inquiries can be answered on Tuesday, when offices open again at 8:00 a.m.! (Paulding County Georgia)
• There is still time to sign up for the New Georgia Public Library's Crochet Club! The next meeting is on Sept. 8, and all are welcome, regardless of age or experience. (New Georgia Public Library via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll be back 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.