🌱 Missing Minors In Douglas County + Clinton Nature Dog Park Meeting

Hello, Douglasville! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Douglasville Patch newsletter. Let's get this Saturday started off right, with a quick review of everything you need to know about what's going on in town these days. Today's issue includes news about...

• A BOLO was issued for a missing juvenile.
• Information about a meeting for the contested Clinton Nature Dog Park.
• Vendor applications for the police department's upcoming music festival.

But first, today's weather:

Clouds and sunshine. High: 78 Low: 58.

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Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. Christian Leadrew Johnson, 16, was reported missing in Douglas County. He is described by the sheriff's office as a black male with brown eyes and black dreads, 5'8", and 145 lbs. Anyone with information can contact Investigator Julius Almond at (770) 920-3914. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
2. Attend an upcoming meeting to determine a new location for Clinton Nature Dog Park. District 4 Commissioner and Douglas County Parks and Rec Department plan to hold an informational meeting on May 1 to discuss with the community the location for a new dog park in the Clinton Nature Preserve. It will be held at Shelter 5 in the preserve. (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)
3. The Douglasville Police Department is looking for vendors and talent for its upcoming Music Festival. The festival, set to occur on May 12 from noon to 5:00 p.m., will be held in front of the police department. The festival has a limited number of spaces for vendors, so contact the police department and get your application in by May 5. Vendor spaces cost $40 to rent. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
4. Does your graduating senior rodeo — or want to be recognized for their graduation? SAY-Rodeo is planning a special celebration for 2023 graduating seniors. Submit the student's name, school, and photo in Rodeo attire by May 20th for recognition at the June Rodeo performance. (SAY-Rodeo via Facebook)
5. In honor of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the Douglas County District Attorney's Office has restocked and upgraded its quiet and safe soft interview room with books, coloring supplies, a video game console, and more to provide victims and witnesses with a calming space before entering the courtroom. The office posted on Facebook, "Court days can be long and stressful for victims, but our hope is that this room will bring a sense of calmness before they step into the courtroom." (Douglas County District Attorney's Office via Facebook)

Today in Douglasville:

• Autism Family Fun Day 2023 At Brighten Academy Charter School (Noon)
• Candle-Making and DIY Painting At Studio Unlimited (Noon)
• Paint Party At L&R Alpaca Haven Farm (1:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• South Paulding High School has named a new athletic director. Congratulations to Mrs. Shannon Toler, who has a heart for athletes and is excited to lead all of the high school's amazing athletic programs. (South Paulding High School via Facebook)
• Be on the lookout for a missing juvenile: Kennedy Newton. Kennedy, 16 years of age, was last seen at her home in Douglas County. While investigators don't know what she was last seen wearing, Kennedy is described as a black female, 5’4”, 220lbs, with black hair and brown eyes. She was wearing a black, long-haired wig when she left. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
• The Douglas County Education Foundation Awarded $45K in Scholarships to Class of 2023. Recently, the recipients got a chance to meet their donors. Students expressed their gratitude at the scholarship reception. Click for more on banquet and donors. (Douglas County Georgia Schools via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• Vendors we need you Eastpoint Wednesday Wind Down in the Point (May 3)
• Clinton Nature Preserve Exploration Challenge Group Hike (May 13)
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You're officially in the loop 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.