🌱 Local Student Awarded Fulbright + Free Handgun Safety Clinic Today

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Douglasville Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in town these days. Today you'll find news about...

• Douglasville graduate named Fulbright Award recipient
• Open auditions for "Old Timers The Musical"
• A free handgun safety clinic today

But first, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 87 Low: 66.

Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. A Douglasville native has been named a recipient of a Fulbright Award. Neal Daniel is currently a sophomore at the University of Miami, where he is majoring in innovation, technology, and design. Daniel has been selected to study at the Glasgow School of Art and the University of Strathclyde in Scotland this summer. (University of Miami News)
2. A Place in the Heart Theatre Company is hosting auditions today for roles in "Old Timers The Musical," a gospel-based production. Performers ages seven and up are encouraged to audition for a variety of roles including singers, dancers, actors, and actresses. Auditions will take place at 8434 Price Avenue from 6:00-10:00 p.m. tonight. (Eventbrite)
3. The Douglasville Police Department is hosting a free public handgun clinic today, and spots are still open. Instruction will be offered in basic gun laws, handgun safety, and shooting skills. To sign up, email DPDTraining@douglasvillega.gov or call (678) 293-1625. Can't make it this time? The Douglasville Police Department offers the public handgun clinic on the first Tuesday of each month. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
4. The location for the upcoming Veterans Community Outreach Day, hosted by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, has been moved. The event has been relocated to the Douglas County Courthouse and is scheduled to take place from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Jun. 10. Community members are invited to stop by for food, music, and a selection of resources for veterans. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
5. Looking for a new career opportunity that connects you with the greater Douglas community? Douglas County is looking to hire for multiple full-time positions, including Code Enforcement Officer, Mechanic, and Park Security Officer. Job details and application information can be found at the link. (Douglas County Gov)

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Today in Douglasville:

• Youth Villages Groundbreaking Ceremony At Inner Harbour Campus (10:00 AM)
• Tai-Chi For Seniors At Douglas County Public Library (11:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• Douglas County District One Commissioner Ricky Dobbs is hosting a meet and greet this Saturday, Jun. 10! Stop by the Allure Lounge from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to learn more about his vision for the Douglasville community. (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)
• The Southern Association Youth Rodeo Organization down the road in Franklin will celebrate its 2023 graduates on Saturday, Jun. 17. Don't miss this chance to celebrate this year's seniors during the ceremony, which will begin after the grand entry at 9:30 a.m. (SAY-Rodeo via Facebook)
• The Douglasville Police Department has shared an important message from the American Red Cross urging type O blood donors to give now. Donors who give blood in June will receive a $10 gift card and will also be entered into a backyard theater package giveaway. Click here to schedule an appointment and enter code "CDPD." (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right! 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.