🌱 Greystone Amphitheater Opens + Douglas Co. Student Achievements

Good morning, neighbors! I'm back with your new copy of the Douglasville Patch newsletter. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town. In today's issue, we'll touch on:

• Successful opening of Douglasville Amphitheater
• Students awarded for academic achievements
• Upcoming community bike ride with Douglasville Police Department

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and hot. High: 92 Low: 68.

Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. Gladys Knight took over the stage on the opening night of the Greystone Amphitheater in Douglasville, Metro Atlanta's newest outdoor concert venue. The venue marks the culmination of a multi-year effort to bring top-tier entertainment to the region. The opening night was a sold-out concert by the legendary Knight, and the Greystone Amphitheater has lined up impressive acts like "Boney James" and LeAnn Rimes for upcoming performances, making it a premier destination for music enthusiasts in the region. (Fox 5 Atlanta)
2. Seven students from nearby Lithia Springs High School, known as the Lions, have received prestigious academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These awards acknowledge the students' exceptional achievements in high school and their impressive academic performance, both in the classroom and on College Board assessments. Principal Felicia Jones expressed pride in the students' accomplishments, emphasizing their uniqueness and how this recognition is an asset for their future endeavors. (Douglas County School System)
3. A bike ride event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 7 from 8:00-10:00 a.m. at the Douglasville Police Department (2083 Fairburn Road). This event is for ages 18 and up, covering over 27 miles, and it will take place rain or shine. For more information, you can contact Stephanie McClarty at (678) 293-1797, Sgt. Shannon Dean at (678) 293-1621, or email dpdcommunityoutreach@douglasvillega.gov. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
4. The American Red Cross is organizing a blood drive on Oct. 3 in Douglasville, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Interested donors can schedule an appointment through the Red Cross website. All donors will receive a $10 Amazon gift card via email. (Fox 5 Atlanta)
5. The Douglasville Police Department hosts a free handgun clinic for the public on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The classes will cover fundamental aspects such as gun laws, handgun safety, and basic shooting skills. To attend, participants must be 18 years old and make a reservation by contacting DPDTraining@douglasvillega.gov or calling Cpl. Dominic Snyder at (678) 293-1625. The next clinic is scheduled for Oct. 3, and there is still space available for those interested. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)

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Today in Douglasville:

Wednesday, September 6

• Open Studio At Painting With A Twist (6:00 PM)
• Planning Commission - Public Hearing At Douglasville Conference Center (6:00 PM)
• Teen Talk Group Therapy At Starting Point Development Center (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Join Douglasville police for evening yoga today, Sep. 6, at 5:30 p.m. Click the link to learn more. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
• Main Street Douglasville and 2ONE Life Fitness Studio are hosting Zumba sessions at O'Neal Plaza every Tuesday from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Registration is encouraged; you can contact Main Street Coordinator Tashae Sterling at sterlingt@douglasvillega.gov for more details. (City of Douglasville - Government via Facebook)
• Heads up house hunters, five new homes are on the market in Douglasville! Click the link to learn more. (Douglasville Patch)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you around!

— 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.