🌱 Douglas Co. Millage Rate + Back To School Jam + Grief Seminar

Morning, Douglasville! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Douglasville Patch newsletter. Follow along for the most important things happening in town. Today you'll read about:

• Douglas County plans to retain millage rate
• Back to school jam "Uptown Funk-Tastic"
• Upcoming transformative seminar at Douglasville Library

But first, today's weather:

Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 88 Low: 71.

Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. The Douglas County Board of Commissioners is reviewing a proposal to retain the existing millage rate of 12.563, consistent since 2020. Deliberations will be accompanied by a sequence of public hearings addressing the 2023 millage rate and its potential impact on property taxes. The hearings are scheduled for Aug. 15 at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., as well as Aug. 24 at 10:00 a.m., taking place at Citizens Hall within the Douglas County Courthouse located at 8700 Hospital Drive. (Celebrate Douglas County)
2. The city of Douglasville is hosting a funky Back-to-School Jam named "Uptown Funk-Tastic" at Webb Field in Hunter Park (8830 Gurley Road) on Aug. 19, as school resumes. The event will run from 7:00-9:00 p.m., with attendees allowed to arrive from 6:00 p.m. onwards. Remember to bring your own chair or blanket, and enjoy the evening with concessions and food trucks available on-site. (City of Douglasville - Government via Facebook)
3. Discover solace amidst the pain of losing a loved one by participating in a transformative seminar hosted by Heart and Soul Wellness Solutions. Guided by seasoned grief therapist Latanya Farrar, LCSW, the seminar offers invaluable assistance for those grappling with grief, equipping them with practical strategies to comprehend their emotions, foster healing, and manage loss. The event will take place at Douglasville Public Library on Aug. 19, and the best part is, that this one-hour session is open to all, free of charge. Secure your spot by RSVPing at (404) 383-4498. (Douglas County Public Library via Facebook)
4. The upcoming Citizens Law Enforcement Academy class starts on Sep. 12 and aims to provide insight into the roles and responsibilities of police officers, rather than training participants to become officers themselves. Graduates will gain an enhanced understanding of the daily tasks and difficulties faced by law enforcement. Interested individuals can enroll by contacting Cpl. Dominic Snyder at 678.293.1625 or DPDTraining@douglasvillega.gov. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
5. Twice a month on Wednesday evenings, Douglasville Police Department hosts a free evening yoga class. The next class is scheduled for Aug. 16 and will be held in the Community Room next to the police department. There is no need to sign up ahead of time, just grab a mat and show up. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)

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Today in Douglasville:

Thursday, August 10

• Bingo Night At Painting With A Twist (7:00 PM)
• Karaoke/Open Mic At Fiesta Azteca (7:00 PM)
• Comedian Janet Dollar At Griff's Comedy Club (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Storytime is back on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Douglasville Public Library! Stories will begin at 10:30 a.m. (Douglasville Public Library via Facebook)
• Do you need to update your resume skills? Check out the upcoming Land A Job Series on Aug. 14 at Douglasville Public Library. Learn more at the link. (Douglas County Public Library via Facebook)
• Meet Buggs, a spunky and energetic one-year-old cattle dog mix looking for her fur-ever home. More information about Bugg's can be found at the link. (Douglas County Animal Services - Georgia via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you around!

— 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.