🌱 ITT Tech Student Debt Wiped + City Hall Closed For Roof Repairs

Good morning, everybody! It's Wednesday in Douglasville and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally. Let's do it...

First, today's weather:

Periods of rain and a thunderstorm. High: 81 Low: 68.

👀 Attention local businesses & marketers: Attract more customers in Douglasville by sponsoring this daily newsletter, which gets read by the same people you're trying to reach. Click here to learn more.

Here are the top 5 stories in Douglasville today:

1. On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Education announced that $3.9 billion in loan debt will be wiped out for students who attended ITT Technical Institute from January 2005 through its closure in September 2016. ITT had four different locations throughout metro Atlanta, including one campus in Douglasville. According to federal officials, the school misled students about helping graduates find high-paying jobs and also used deceptive recruiting tactics. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
2. The City Of Douglasville City Hall will be closed through this Friday, Aug. 19, while the final phase of roofing repairs is completed. During this time, departments that typically operate from City Hall will be working remotely from other City of Douglasville facilities. The building is expected to reopen next Monday, Aug. 22, unless the renovation schedule is extended due to weather conditions. (Press Release Desk )
3. A Douglasville native will play in his fourth season of football with the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers this fall after sustaining a serious knee injury in 2020. Linebacker Braelen Oliver's injuries included multiple torn knee ligaments and a torn hamstring, a dislocated knee, and nerve damage through his foot. Oliver returned to the field for the 2021 season, where he started in seven games. (Saturday Tradition)
4. Registration is now open for the Citizen's Law Enforcement Academy, hosted by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO). During this 12-week class, students will learn about jail operations, administration, patrol operations, investigations, and more. Classes begin next Thursday, Aug. 25, and interested parties can register online or by picking up a form in the DCSO lobby. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
5. The Cultural Arts Council of Douglasville has announced plans for the First Annual Multicultural Festival. The event will feature live performances, food vendors, cultural art exhibits, and more. Stop by the Arts Council Grounds on Sep. 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a chance to experience the rich diversity of the Douglasville community. (Cultural Arts Council Douglasville / Douglas County via Facebook)

Today in Douglasville:

• Journaling Workshop At Douglas County Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Preschool Storytime At Douglas County Public Library (10:30 AM)
• Community Impact Luncheon: State Of Education At Douglasville Conference Center (11:45 AM)

From my notebook:

• Are you searching for a new home in the Douglasville area? Don't miss this roundup of new homes hitting the market in Douglas County. (Douglasville Patch)
• Douglasville celebrated the completed transformation of Highway 92 at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday! Mayor Rochelle Robinson, the Douglasville City Council, and the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) cut the ribbon to officially open the roadway. (Press Release Desk )
• Parents: Tomorrow, Aug. 18, is the last chance to participate in a virtual Parent Technology Training session through Douglas County Georgia Schools! Reserve your space in the 6:00 p.m. class by registering online today. (Douglas County Georgia Schools via Facebook)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Gigs & services:

• Piano Lessons in Lithia Springs/Douglasville (Details)
• Add your gig or service

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with a new 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.