🌱 Douglasville Family Wellness Walk​​ + Douglasville Impact Podcast​

Welcome back, Douglasville. I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town. In today's issue, you'll get updates on...

• Douglasville Family Wellness Walk on Nov. 19
• New Douglasville Impact Podcast (Episode 58) is out now
• Upcoming Douglasville events

But first, today's weather:

Some sun with a stray shower. High: 63 Low: 32.

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Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. Douglasville Parks and Recreation's Family Wellness Walk is on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Hunter Park. There will be prizes for the individuals and families who complete the most steps. Click here to learn more and register for the free event. (City of Douglasville via Twitter)
2. Episode 58 of the Douglasville Impact Podcast is now available. Pat Sendelbach, the President of the Douglas County Master Gardeners, speaks on the latest episode. View the link for more information and to listen to the new podcast. (Press Release Desk )
3. In search of plans for next week? On Nov. 16, First Presbyterian Church Douglasville will be hosting Community Production Company. Christmas Trivia and Bingo will be at O'Neal Plaza on Nov. 18. Head over to the link for the full list of upcoming local events. (Douglasville Calendar)
4. On Sunday, Nov. 13, L & R Alpaca Haven Farm will host a Goat Milk Soap Making Class from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m at 1320 Dorris Road in Douglasville. Learn how to make paraben-free, chemical-free, fragrance-free soap with natural ingredients. View the link for details. (Douglasville Patch)
5. On Tuesday, Nov. 8, neither Democratic incumbent Rev. Raphael Warnock nor Republican Herschel Walker reached the required 50 percent plus one vote to avoid a runoff. On Dec. 6, Georgia voters will again have to choose between Warnock and Walker for U.S. Senate. View the link for more information on voting. (Douglasville Patch)

Today in Douglasville:

• Stained Glass Mosaic 3D Pumpkin Class At 1320 Dorris Road (10:30 AM)
• Holiday Open House At Ben's Antiques And Market (11:00 AM)
• Brunch Day Party At Red Velvet Bistro (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• This Sunday, Nov. 13, is "Southern Soul Sundays with DJ Uncle Verge and Miss Lady Blues" at Tito's Lounge in Douglasville. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. (Miss Lady Blues via Twitter)
• There are approximately 56 active service members and veterans employed by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office who serve and protect the citizens of Douglas County. Sheriff Tim Pounds and his Command Staff posted all their names on Facebook to recognize and honor all of them for Veterans Day. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
• The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is looking for vendors for its "Festival of Trees" which will take place on Dec. 3 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Douglas County Board of Education. The DCSO needs 30 vendors who specialize in holiday products and/or services, such as ornaments, gifts, or holiday decor. You can find information about applying at the link. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)

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Events:

• Books for Africa book collection Sponsored by the West Georgia (GA) Chapter of the Links, Incorporat (November 19)
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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you back in your inbox Monday morning with your next 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.