🌱 Dangerous Cold Front For Christmas + Kids Winter Break Coding Camp

Hello again, everybody! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Douglasville Daily. Here's all the local news you need to know right now. Today you'll read about:

• Douglasville under two severe weather alerts through Christmas.
• District 4 Commissioner retires after 40 years with Douglas County.
• Code Ninjas Winter Break Camp keeps kids busy and learning.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 50 Low: 15.

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Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. Two weather alerts have been issued by the National Weather Service regarding the upcoming weeks. Douglasville has been warned that freezing temperatures are expected, dropping below zero degrees. There will be snow accumulations, freezing rain, and intense wind gusts that could lead to hypothermia. Officials are releasing advice on how to remain prepared should the worst weather hit. (Monroe Local News)
2. District 4 Commissioner Ann Jones Guider has retired after 40 years of working with Douglas County. Guider previously served for 28 years as the county's tax commissioner before being elected to the Board of Commissioners in 2010. She was presented with a plaque on behalf of the entire board. (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)
3. On the hunt for a new place to live, or just interested in what's out there? Here are some recently listed houses and properties that just hit the market in and around Douglasville. Keep reading to see what's been listed in your area — including an empty lot for $68,500 on Hollyhock Road. (Douglasville Patch)
4. Keep your kids busy and their minds sharp over winter break. Code Ninjas Camps is offering two weeks of fun coding activities and events. The immersive environment lets children explore technology, meet new friends, and develop important new skills! The program begins Dec. 27. (AllEvents)
5. Want to dedicate your career to serving the community? The City of Douglasville is currently hiring for multiple full-time positions. Available openings include Special Projects Coordinator, Assistant Finance Director, and Afterschool Counselor. Visit the link for job details and application information. (City of Douglasville)

Today in Douglasville:

• Santa Is Coming To The Clubhouse at The Never Alone Clubhouse RCO (6:00 PM)
• A Bright Christmas 2 at Painting With A Twist (7:00 PM)
• Karaoke Thursday at STARR Food Lounge (9:00 PM)
• Puff On The Patio at Veterans Memorial Highway (10:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Santa Claus was at the Douglas County Sheriff's Office the other day. But don't worry, he's not in trouble — Santa was just saying hi to officers! (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
• The Douglasville Police Department got to spend the day with Santa! They delivered donated toys to children in the area. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
• Lithonia's boy's basketball team is facing off against Chapel Hill High School this Friday. Go out and cheer your team on! (AllEvents)

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— 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.