🌱 Douglasville Man Arrested On Drug Charges + Holiday Yoga Class

Hello, friends! I'm back with your new copy of the Douglasville Daily, fresh off the presses. Let's get this day started off right with a quick guide to everything you need to know about what's happening around town, including updates on...

• Douglasville man arrested on multiple drug charges
• Submit photos of what makes Douglasville special
• Holiday yoga to help you unwind

But first, today's weather:

Rain and a thunderstorm. High: 63 Low: 31.

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Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. Officers from the Coweta County Sheriff's Office have arrested a Douglasville man on multiple drug charges. On Saturday, deputies arrested 38-year-old Nestor Deleon on felony charges for methamphetamine trafficking, five counts of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, felony possession of narcotics with intent to sell, and possession of heroin and fentanyl. Deleon also had numerous outstanding warrants in Douglas County. (Times Herald)
2. If you're a photographer who loves capturing the beauty of Douglasville, the city needs you! The 'Capture Outside The Lines' Fence Gallery on O'Neal Plaza is about to be rotated out for new photos. That's where local photographers come in: Celebrate the undiscovered joys and jewels of Douglasville through photographs and you could see your art hanging from the fence gallery. (Press Release Desk)
3. Douglasville Police are asking the public for help in locating a suspect in an aggravated assault case. Any information which leads to his arrest could be worth a reward of $5,000. The photos released (at the link) show the suspect leaving the Budgetel Inn on Waterway Circle after firing multiple shots – one of which hit the victim. Those with any information on the suspect should contact the Douglasville Police Department at (678) 293-1823. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
4. There's no shortage of things to do in Douglas County Parks this season. Upcoming events include Christmas At Lithia on Dec. 10 and Dec. 11., as well as Cocoa & Jazz on Dec. 16. The full list of events is available on the Douglas County Parks & Recreation website. (Douglas County Parks & Recreation).
5. Yoga can help you to relax, unwind, and let go of some of your holiday stress. The Just Breathe Yoga Center is holding a holiday-themed yoga class inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas on Dec. 3. You'll learn 12 main yoga postures and enjoy a wonderland savasana to cool down. All experience levels are welcome to attend. (All Events)

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Today in Douglasville:

• Business Fundamentals: Forming A Corporation At Douglas County Public Library (12:30 PM)
• Elementary Craft & Story At Douglas County Public Library (3:30 PM)
• Public Arts Commission At Douglasville Conference Center (6:00 PM)
• Divorce Care: Surviving The Holidays At Central Baptist Church (6:00 PM)
• STARR Night Out At STARR Food Hookah Lounge (11:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Douglas County Sheriff's Office swore in new jailers Christopher Heidrich and Angus Hamilton yesterday. Welcome to the team! (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
• This Friday, the City of Douglasville will be holding the Miracle on Main Street Christmas Parade and Celebration! You won't want to miss this joyful event starting at 6:30 p.m. (Douglas County District Attorney's Office via Facebook)
• Join the Douglasville Police Department in their Community Room and try out yoga in a free class! The event will be held tonight at 5:30 p.m. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)

That's it for today! See you tomorrow for 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.