🌱 Megan Danielle's 'Summer Live' Streaming Concert + Teens Night Out

Hello again, friends! I'm back with your new copy of the Douglasville Patch newsletter. Let's get this day started off right with a quick review of the most important things going on in town, including updates on:

• "Summer Live" streaming concert by Americal Idol alumni Maddie Poppe and Douglasville's own Megan Danielle.
• Teens Night Out in Douglasville.
• The upcoming DCCS Back-to-School Kickoff event.

But first, today's weather:

A thunderstorm in the p.m. High: 86 Low: 73.

Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. Douglasville native and “American Idol” runner-up Megan Danielle, along with season 16 “Idol” winner Maddie Poppe, will host a streaming concert for the first time this Sunday, Jul. 16. The hometown hero has thus far released two singles — "Dream Girl" and "Faithfully" —and is in the process of creating her debut album. Tickets for the livestream concert, "Summer Live," are currently on sale for $17.99. (Benzinga)
2. Is your teen looking for something fun to fill their social calendar this weekend? Teens Night Out is happening tomorrow evening (Friday, Jul. 14) at the Ike Owings Community Center. The event runs from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. and will feature various engaging activities for teenagers aged 12 to 17, including crafts, games, music, and delicious food. Tickets for entry are $10. (Douglasville Georgia)
3. The Douglas County School System will host its annual Back-to-School Kickoff Event on Saturday, Jul. 22. Students, parents, and community members can head over to the DCSS Central Office for the festivities, running from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Attendees can enjoy free food, games, prizes, and school supplies giveaways, as well as resources from local community agencies and district departments on site. (Douglas County Georgia Schools via Facebook)
4. Calling all Douglasville adults aged 50-plus: You're invited to a picnic! The City of Douglasville will provide games, music, and food at Willing Workers Community Club Park this Saturday, Jul. 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Those attending are welcome (but not required) to bring their own lawn chairs. (Douglasville Georgia)
5. Connect Douglas will host a free workshop on Wednesday, Jul. 19, for minority-owned businesses interested in learning about Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification. The hybrid event aims to help businesses in completing the DBE certification, as well as educate business owners about current projects in Douglas County. Those interested in this free workshop can come out to 8800 Dorris Road at 1:00 p.m. (Douglas County Georgia)

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Today in Douglasville:

• SRP Finale: ATS Comedy Magic Show And Kona Ice At Douglas County Public Library (1:00 PM)
• Summer Pop-Up Party At Cultural Arts Center of Douglasville/ Douglas County (5:00 PM)
• Community Enrichment Meeting At Douglasville Police Department Community Room (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home in Douglasville? Here are two open houses coming up in town on Saturday, Jul. 15! (Douglasville Patch)
• Motor Officer Stager and Sgt. Dean of the Douglasville Police Department recently spoke with Chapelhill Church Christian School students about police officers and their careers. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
• Want to dedicate your career to serving the community? The City of Douglasville is currently hiring for multiple full- and part-time positions. Available openings include a City Hall Laborer a Park Supervisor, and a Tourism Program Coordinator. Visit the link for job details and application information. (City of Douglasville)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with your next update.

— Sean Peek

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