🌱 HOTWORX Studio Opens Today + Douglasville Shooting Athlete Awarded

Hey, Douglasville. I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including updates on...

• A "24/7 infrared fitness studio" opens today in Douglasville
• Douglasville pistol athlete recognized with prestigious award
• Afternoon with Authors event returns this weekend

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy, a shower in the p.m.. High: 71 Low: 49.

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Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. The Douglas County Chamber will be celebrating the grand opening of HOTWORX Studio today. HOTWORX is a "24/7 infrared fitness studio" with multiple different workout styles available. The ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at 2858 Chapel Hill Road in Douglasville. (Douglas County Chamber via Burbio)
2. A Douglasville athlete is one of six to receive the prestigious U.S. Distinguished International Shooter Badge in 2022. Katelyn Abeln, 21, is a pistol athlete currently attending Ohio State University. Abeln won a silver medal in the 2018 World Shooting Championship, as well as a gold medal and 2024 Olympic Quota Place at the 2022 Shooting Championship of the Americas in Lima, Peru. (USA Shooting)
3. The 18th Annual Afternoon with Authors event will return to the Cultural Arts Center in Douglasville/Douglas County this Sunday, Feb. 19. The event will feature a lineup of local authors and poets who will present readings and performances from their published works. Attendees can also view the CAC's Black History Month exhibit, Descendants Ascending. (Press Release Desk)
4. REMINDER: Applications for the Douglas County Board of Commissioner's Citizen's Academy are officially live as of Feb. 14. The program aims to educate and inform the public about the functions of the local government and will include interactive meetings with experts from various areas of governmental affairs. The academy will run for seven consecutive weekly sessions from Mar. 14; participation is open to anyone over the age of 18 who resides or has a business in Douglas County. (Press Release Desk)
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 financial analyst, executive assistant to the mayor, and senior project manager. Visit the link for job details and application information. (City of Douglasville)

Today in Douglasville:

• Ani-Makes! At Douglas County Public Library (4:30 PM)
• Cocktails & Conversations At Village Premier Collection (4:00 PM)
• Tiny Brushes - Design A Castle! At Cultural Arts Center (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home in Douglasville? There's an open house this Saturday, Feb. 18 at 2 p.m. for a four-bedroom, three-bathroom on Gillespie Place. (Douglasville Patch)
• When it comes to doling out municipal fines and fees, Georgia ranks fourth in the nation. According to an analysis of 2020 Census Bureau data, the Reason Foundation found that Peach State cities collected nearly $377 million in fines and fees from residents across the state that year. That’s about $35.16 per person, compared to the national average of $27 per resident. (The Center Square)
• Though a Georgia resident won $10,000 in the Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday, no one has won the $67 million prize, according to the Georgia Lottery. The next drawing will take place tomorrow (Friday, Feb. 17). (Georgia Patch)

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— 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.