🌱 Mariam's Law Proposal + Fowler Field Park Splash 'N' Play Event

Hi all! I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in Douglasville.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and very hot. High: 96 Low: 72.

Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. After 27 year old Mariam Abdulrab was kidnapped and killed last August in Atlanta, an organization, Mariam Forever, is proposing a new legislation, Mariam's Law, to keep the state and the Atlanta area safe from sex offenders. The law's mission is to stop preventable crimes that offenders commit. One of the ways they are trying to keep the community safe is by issuing identification cards with their status as a sex offender printed on them. The organization is actively encouraging state officials to consider this law and is not only fighting to seek justice for Mariam, but to also help and protect community members from the people who did this to her. (Atlanta Patch)
2. Need to get in shape this summer? Main Street Douglasville and Peach Drop Nutrition have you covered! From now through Jul. 26, there will be "Training Tuesdays," where community members of all ages and experience levels will be able to partake in a variety of workouts, like Yoga and Zumba at the O'Neal Plaza every Tuesday night. Come out and join the fun! (Douglasville Georgia)
3. Cool down tomorrow at Fowler Field Park for Splash 'N' Play, a free event for all Douglasville community members! Not only is this event a fun way to spend your Thursday, but it's also a great way to stay cool outside in the heat! Come out for a day full of games, water slides, and fun for the whole family! (Douglasville Georgia)
4. There is still time to register for the The Douglasville Parks & Recreation Department's youth baseball mini clinics on Jul. 11 and 12! If you have kids ages 5 through 8 who are interested in playing baseball, this is a perfect way for them to learn about America's favorite sport! Instructors will work with each child to teach them about all different aspects of baseball, like rules and mechanics. The fee is $35 per session and registration is open until July 11th! (Douglasville Georgia)
5. Check out Patch's weekly Douglasville Real Estate Roundup! There are plenty of beautiful recent listings in the Douglasville area for sale. Whether you are looking for a new place to expand your family or know someone who is looking to move to the area, these listings have you covered. Catch these amazing homes before they fly off the market! (Douglasville Patch)

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Today in Douglasville:

• Softball Camp At Chapel Hill High School (9:30 AM)
• Preschool Storytime At Douglas County Public Library (10:30 AM)
• Wednesday Wind Down Concert Series At O'Neal Plaza (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Douglasville Police Department's Citizens Law Enforcement Academy is now open for registration! Sign up now through Aug. 26 to secure your spot! (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
• The SAY Rodeo will host a Saturday full of family fun this weekend! Activities like face painting and an inflatable slip and slide are a perfect way to keep the kiddos active and cooled off during these hot summer days! (Facebook)
• The Georgia Office of the Attorney General needs help in identifying a person of interest. Anyone who has information about the whereabouts of a man with a tattoo that reads "Florida Boy" with a reptile next to it is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers Atlanta immediately. A photo of the police sketch is linked here. (Facebook)

You're all caught up for today! 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.