🌱 Douglasville Decorating Contest + I-285/I-20 Project Public Hearing

Hey, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning with the most important things happening in town these days. In today's issue, you'll find these stories and more:

• Douglasville's "Deck the Homes Holiday Decorating Contest"
• GDOT's Public Hearing Open House in Douglas County
• Doulgas County's Lee Road Widening Groundbreaking Ceremony

But first, today's weather:

Sunny. High: 56 Low: 35.

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Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. Did you hear? The City of Douglasville invites residents to enter the free "Deck the Homes Holiday Decorating Contest!" Decorate the exterior of your home, snap a photo, and then submit your photos here by Dec. 5. (City of Douglasville via Twitter)
2. On Tuesday, Dec. 13, Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is hosting an in-person Public Hearing Open House (PHOH) in Douglas County to discuss the I-285/I-20 West Interchange Project. Vice Chair and District 2 Commissioner Kelly Robinson said, "These public hearings are vitally important in allowing citizen input, participation, and ownership in a much-needed solution to interstate congestion on the eastern corridor of I-20." GDOT will also host a virtual option for Dec. 13 and two virtual Question and Answer (Q&A) chat sessions on Dec. 8. (Press Release Desk)
3. The Douglas County Board of Commissioners invites the public to attend the Lee Road Widening Groundbreaking Ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 6. The event will celebrate Phase One of the Lee Road Widening Project. (Celebrate Douglas County)
4. Douglasville native Megan Moroney, the singer of viral hit "Tennessee Orange," spoke to Billboard about what is next in her career. Billboard named her the "November Country Rookie of the Month." (Billboard)
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 park maintenance worker, sanitation supervisor, and code compliance officer. Visit the link for job details and application information. (City of Douglasville)

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Today in Douglasville:

• Business After Hours: Douglas County Chamber At Sam & Rosco's Restaurant (5:00 PM)
• Winter Wonderland Art Gallery: Opening Reception At Cultural Arts Council Douglasville (5:00 PM)
• Puff On The Patio At Red Velvet Bistro (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Don't miss the Therapeutic Recreation Bowling Night on Friday, Dec. 9 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Southern Lanes Bowling in Douglasville! You can sign up here. (City of Douglasville via Twitter)
• Congratulations to the South Paulding High School's Rocket League team! The team made the state playoffs in their inaugural season. (South Paulding High School via Facebook)
• The Douglas County Sheriff's Office's Festival of Trees is this Saturday, Dec. 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Douglas County Board of Education! All proceeds from tree bidding will benefit local families in need this holiday season. Winning bidders must be prepared to take their tree home with them after the event. (Douglas County District Attorney's Office via Facebook)

You're all caught up 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.