🌱 Douglasville PD Search For Shoplifter + Students In Fatal Car Crash

Hello, hello. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Daily. Here's all the local news you need to know right now. In today's issue, you'll find:

• Douglasville police need help identifying shoplifting suspect
• King Way’s Christian School students in fatal car crash
• Christmas tree disposal on Jan. 7

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 52 Low: 36.

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Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. Douglasville police are searching for a suspect who shoplifted jewelry from the Diamonds Forever store at the Arbor Place Mall on Sunday, Dec. 11. Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect and posted the security camera photographs. Contact the Douglasville Police Department at 678-293-1747 with any information regarding this incident. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
2. King Way’s Christian School has confirmed that two seniors were involved in the Dec. 7 crash off Highway 5 in Douglasville. Julie Howell, 17, died on impact, and another student, who has not been identified, was transported to a local hospital. The two students were on their way to school that morning. (WSB Atlanta)
3. Keep Douglasville Beautiful will be hosting "Bring One for the Chipper," a drive-thru event where citizens can dispose of their Christmas trees. The event is on Jan. 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Home Depot, located at 7399 Douglas Boulevard in Douglasville. Trees can be dropped off at the Home Depot prior to the event starting the day after Christmas, Dec. 26, but the drop-off will be unmanned. (Press Release Desk)
4. Yesterday, Dec. 15, the Atlanta Regional Commission announced that local communities will get $235 million in federal funding for a variety of road, trail, and transit improvements. The commission approved funding for 35 road projects, 25 bicycle-pedestrian trails, eight transit projects, and nine planning studies. Click here for a full project list, including reconfiguring an I-20 ramp at Chapel Hill Road in Douglas County to improve safety and reduce congestion. (Mass Transit)
5. Looking for something to do with the whole family this holiday season? The Douglas County branches of the West Georgia Regional Library System have plenty of winter fun for everyone. Head over to Douglas County Library for "Cookies and Pictures with Santa" on Dec. 19, or enjoy "Winter Wonderland Family Movie Night" at Lithia Springs Library on Dec. 20. Or make your own ornament at "Secret Garden Club – Pressed Flower Ornaments" on Dec. 21 at Lithia Springs Library. Visit the library website to view everything happening at the Dog River, Douglas County, and Lithia Springs branches. (West Georgia Regional Library System)

Today in Douglasville:

• Santa Pictures At The Farmer's Table & Sweet Shop (9:00 AM)
• Puff On The Patio At Red Velvet Bistro (5:00 PM)
• 1st Annual B.E.E. Holiday Karaoke and Toy Drive At Legacy Hall Event Center (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Atlanta made the list of "Top Holiday Destinations for Remote Workers!" Atlanta was listed number five out of 15 holiday destinations that are perfect for combining business and leisure. (CoworkingCafe.com)
• Meet Coco, an adorable Pit Bull Terrier puppy looking for her forever family! View the link to see Coco and more adoptable pets in the Douglasville area. (Douglasville Patch)
• Looking for a new home or just want to stay up-to-date on the housing market in your area? Click the link to see the latest homes for sale in the Douglasville area, including a three-bedroom on Timber Valley Drive for $249,900. (Douglasville Patch)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.

— 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.