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🌱 Last Day To Give Input On Douglasville Strategy + Movie At The Park

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Douglasville.

Hello all. I'm back with your new edition of the Douglasville Daily, fresh off the presses. Let's get this Monday started off right, with a quick guide to the most important things happening these days in town. Today's issue includes updates on:

  • One more day to comment on the Douglasville Town Center Implementation Strategy
  • Watch a movie with loved ones while under the stars at "Screen on the Green"
  • Adults 50-year-old and up get free ice cream at"Ice Cream Social for Adults 50 Plus"

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 75 Low: 51.

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Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

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  1. The first Douglasville Town Center Implementation Strategy Kickoff Meeting is over, but today, Oct. 10, is the last day for residents to comment. Explore the interactive map and drop a pin in locations where you would like to see improved conditions. Click here to get started. (Douglasville Patch)
  2. On Friday, Oct. 28, Douglasville Parks and Recreation will host "Screen on the Green!" The event includes exciting games, food, the movie "Luca," and more. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to Hunter Park and enjoy a movie under the stars! Click here for details. (City of Douglasville via Twitter)
  3. Adults deserve to have fun too! Don't miss Douglasville's "Ice Cream Social for Adults 50 Plus!" Enjoy music, line dancing, card games, free ice cream, and more. The event is happening on Oct. 14, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Alice J. Hawthorne Community Center. (City of Douglasville)
  4. Looking for a fun way to make friends or spend some quality time with your family? Click on the link and see the Douglas County Public Library's calendar! There are so many events to choose from, including a Monthly Movie, Halloween Wreaths, Legos at the Library, a Free Book Fair, and much more. (West Georgia Regional Library System)
  5. Calling all prospective homeowners: An amazing four-bedroom home with a unique shape is for sale on Western Pines Drive in Douglasville! View the link to see the latest homes on the market in your area. (Douglasville Patch)

Today in Douglasville:

  • Fall Break Camp At Code Ninjas Douglasville (8:30 AM)
  • Ribbon Cutting At Ben Hill Renovations (10:00 AM)
  • STARR Night Out At 2135 Fairburn Road (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Douglasville Police Department's thoughts and prayers are with their partners at the Georgia State Patrol on the loss of K9 Figo, who was shot and killed in the line of duty today. Our deepest condolences go out to his handler and his GSP family. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
  • Douglasville Police Department will host a "Fall Community Yard Sale" at the Douglasville Police Department on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. View the link for details. (Douglasville Police Department)
  • Parents and students: Fall Break is here! Douglas County School System's schools will be closed today, Oct. 10, and tomorrow, Oct. 11. (Douglas County Georgia Schools via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday! 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.

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