🌱 Douglasville Resident Named To Health Commission + SPLOST Meeting

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. Here's the lowdown.

First, today's weather:

A couple of thunderstorms. High: 85 Low: 71.

Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. On Friday, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced his Healthcare Workforce Commission appointees, including one Douglasville resident. Despina "Debi" Dalton was named to the commission to help tackle significant challenges facing the healthcare industry in Georgia. Dalton currently serves as Vice President of Medical Affairs for Wellstar Douglas Hospital in Douglasville. (Gov.Georgia.gov.)
2. Douglasville Parks and Recreation have announced registration is now open for the 2022 Hunter Park Fall Girls Softball League. The league is for girls ages five through 12 and teaches softball skills, being a part of a team, and sportsmanship. Players of all skill levels and experience are welcome to sign up. (City of Douglasville)
3. Next Thursday, the city of Douglasville will be hosting a SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax) informational meeting next week. The meeting is for residents in ward 1 to discuss the one-cent sales tax that provides funding exclusively for capital projects – roads, buildings, vehicles and major equipment, and other long-lived improvements. The SPLOST informational meeting will take place at the Arbor Station Clubhouse at 5:00 pm. (City of Douglasville)
4. Wednesday night, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners voted to approve funding to improve three county parks. The parks receiving funding are the Punkintown Nature Preserve, Bill Arp Park, and Fairplay Park. The renovations at the Bill Arp and Fairplay Parks, both located in Douglasville, include new fencing and dugouts and an added wall for safety. (Press Release Desk)
5. The Douglas County Board of Commissioners will be hosting the 2022 Leadership Academy in Douglasville. The program is for area seniors who are looking to receive intense, comprehensive, and robust professional development. The three-day program will take place from Jul. 11 to Jul. 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Douglasville Conference Center. (Press Release Desk )

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Today in Douglasville:

• Yoga With Terrie At Alpaca Haven (9:00 AM)
• 2022 Georgia Games Fishing Derby At Hunter Park (1:00 PM)
• Fill My Cup Chari-Tea Fundraiser At Family Life Center (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Douglasville Police Department has several certified instructors among its ranks. These instructors teach within the department and also teach at the North Central GA Law Enforcement Academy. Law enforcement instructors often use scenario-based training to prepare both new recruits and veteran officers for situations they may be faced with in real life. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
• There are plenty of activities for all ages this Summer at each Douglas County Library. Check them out on their Facebook Page for more information. (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)
• The Douglas County School System will be offering free meals to all children 18 years old or younger throughout the summer. Meals cannot be delivered and must be consumed onsite. For more information, call 770-651-2300. (Douglas County Georgia Schools via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop 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.