🌱 Douglasville Kid Asks Santa To Bring Back Dad + Sewer & Water Poll

Hey, friends. It's Thursday in Douglasville and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in the community. In today's issue, you'll learn about:

• The daughter of a deceased Douglasville Marine asked Santa to bring back her dad
• Poll asking whether Douglasville-Douglas County Water Sewer Authority should create a Facebook
• Douglas County Animal Services (DCAS) closed for rest of week for repairs

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and mild. High: 63 Low: 41.

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Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. Seven-year-old Sa'Raya, the youngest daughter of 37-year-old Joshua Mitchell, wrote a heartbreaking letter to Santa Claus asking to have her "daddy back" after he was shot and killed. Mitchell, a father-of-three and Marine from Douglasville, was shot to death in his driveway on Dec. 17. In the letter to Santa, Sa'Raya did not want any presents except for "God to bring [her father] back." (Daily Mail)
2. Douglas County & West Georgia News posted a Twitter poll to ask the community whether the Douglasville-Douglas County Water Sewer Authority should create a Facebook page. After the recent water issues in the metro area, a Facebook page could help inform citizens of potential water issues. (Douglas County & West GA News via Twitter)
3. The Douglas County Animal Services (DCAS) will remain closed for the remainder of the week and will operate by appointment only while workers clean and repair damages. On Dec. 27, the facility was without running water and portions were without power. The DCAS is asking for help from the community, including donations of clean towels and bedding. To donate items or set up an adoption appointment, contact DCAS by emailing animalshelter@douglascountyga.gov or calling (770) 942-5961. (WSB Atlanta)
4. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has a job opening for a records clerk. The job is described as skilled clerical and administrative work for $34,447.32 annually. Click here to learn more and to apply online. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office via Twitter)
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 economic development manager, special projects coordinator, marketing & events coordinator, and assistant finance director. Visit the link for job details and application information. (City of Douglasville)

Today in Douglasville:

• Musical Theater Thursday! At Douglas County Public Library (4:30 PM)
• Winter Lunar Galaxy At Painting With A Twist Douglasville (7:00 PM)
• Karaoke Thursdays At Starr Lounge (9:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Registration is now open for the 2023 Spring Girls Softball League with Douglasville Parks and Recreation for young ladies aged five to 12. Click here to register. Registration ends Feb. 3. (City of Douglasville via Twitter)
• Are you a victim of domestic violence or do you know someone who is? The Douglasville Police Department posted about the S.H.A.R.E. HOUSE crisis line at (770) 489-7513 to learn about local resources to help escape the cycle. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
• Enjoy a video of the eighth and final segment of "Christmas Concerts at the Courthouse" with Bill Arp & Mount Caramel! (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow 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.