🌱 Mayor Recognizes Local Volunteers + Douglasville Impact Podcast

Hello all. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Douglasville Daily — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days. Including news about...

• Mayor recognizes those who contributed to Keep Douglasville Beautiful
• The latest episode of Douglasville Impact podcast released
• Results of the MLK Day basketball game between Alexander High and Hoover

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy and mild with a shower. High: 66 Low: 59.

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Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. In case you missed it: Mayor Rochelle Robison and the Douglasville City Council recently issued proclamations for several groups' work with Keep Douglasville Beautiful. Multiple groups — including Camryn's Cleaning Crew, Hailee's Angels, the NAACP, and several sorority and fraternity organizations — were publicly acknowledged for their litter cleanup efforts. Congratulations to all, and thank you for keeping this city beautiful! (City of Douglasville)
2. Did you catch the most recent episode of Douglasville Impact? In Episode 59, which aired last Friday, host Jason Post was joined by Kelly Fellows as well as Hannah Bivens from the Douglasville Welcome Center. The trio discussed upcoming local events as well as available services through the Douglasville Convention and Visitor's Bureau. (City of Douglasville)
3. Despite a valiant effort, Alexander High School's basketball team lost out to Hoover in Monday's MLK National Showcase. Hoover held a slight lead through much of the matchup, but Douglasville didn't go down without a fight, with both teams scoring through the last quarter. The final score was 78-57. (AL.com)
4. Douglasville-based Rogers Building Solutions (RBS) announced its acquisition of Sluss+Padgett (S+P). S+P, based in Norcross, offers commercial, mechanical, and plumbing services across Georgia and North Carolina. According to Mike Grabham, CEO of RBS, "this investment is an important part of our longer-term strategic plan." (Yahoo Finance)
5. Prospective homebuyers, take a look: five new houses have just hit the Douglasville market. A spacious five-bedroom, five-bathroom on Jenkins Way is selling for $800,000; there is also a three-bedroom, three-bathroom on Cassidy Trail listed for $314,900. Visit the link for additional information on these and other newly-listed properties in and around Douglasville. (Douglasville Patch)

Today in Douglasville:

• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct To You At 6602 Church St. (9:00 AM)
• Community Impact Luncheon: State Of Economy At Douglasville Conference Center (11:45 AM)
• Business Fundamentals At Douglas County Public Library (12:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Want to catch up on the latest Douglas County Board of Commissioner Work Session? Visit the link to view the full video, recorded live. (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)
• Yesterday, the Douglasville Police Department held its Parenting 101 Class. Participants engaged in an informative discussion on "Parenting in the 21st Century," including tips on communication and relationship building. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
• Did you hear? The Factory Shoals Middle School received a $1,000 McDonald's Golden Grant to continue growing its gardening club. (Douglas County Georgia Schools via Facebook)

That's it for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new 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.