🌱 New Home Chef Distribution Center + Community Enrichment Meeting

Hello, hello! I'm here right on time with your fresh copy of the Douglasville Patch newsletter, full of everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Including updates on:

• New distribution center in Douglasville
• Community Enrichment Meeting at the Douglasville Police Department
• Upcoming Douglasville Fashion Week events

But first, today's weather:

A stray afternoon t-storm. High: 85 Low: 66.

Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. Douglasville is now the site of an 181,477-square-foot distribution facility for Home Chef. The facility will be used for the production, storage, and distribution of Home Chef meal kits. The facility includes nearly 20,000 square feet of freezer space, an additional 18,000 square feet of cooler space, 20 cold docks, and a 10,000 square-foot kitchen. (REBusinessOnline)
2. The Douglasville Police Department will be hosting a Community Enrichment Meeting next week. This event is scheduled for Thursday, Sep. at 7:00 p.m. Attendees will hear about topics that are important to the Douglasville community. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
3. In case you missed it, Douglasville Fashion Week is set to kick off on Friday, Sep. 15 with a Mixer at Main Street from 7:00-9:00 p.m. On Saturday, Sep. 16, you can browse the pop-up shops at O'Neal Plaza from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. The main fashion show will be on Sunday, Sep. 17 at the Douglasville Conference Center from 12:00-4:00 p.m. The events will continue into next week with Food Truck Mondays and Training Tuesdays. Click here to learn more or get free tickets to the fashion show. (City of Douglasville - Government via Facebook)
4. The Night of the Blue Lights Car Show is coming up on Saturday, Sep. 16 at the Douglas County Courthouse. This event is organized by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, and there is still time to register vehicles to be included in the show. Proceeds from this event will support the Boys and Girls Club of Douglas County. This event is being sponsored by several local businesses that have donated a variety of raffle prizes, including gift cards, free rounds of golf at local courses, and more. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
5. If you're looking for fun activities this weekend, Douglasville Calendar has rounded up some great events happening in and around town. On Saturday, Sep. 9, Beyond the Front Porch is hosting an educational field trip to Zoo Atlanta. The Mosaic Multicultural Festival is also happening on Saturday from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at the Cultural Arts Center. Head over to the link for the full list of upcoming local events. (DouglasvilleCalendar)

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Today in Douglasville:

Saturday, September 9

• Outdoor Bootcamp At Fowler Field Park (8:00 AM)
• Family Reunion Workshop At Ike Owings Community Center (9:00 AM)
• Biker Llama: Family Day At Painting With A Twist (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Douglasville Books is hosting author Lisa Jenkins for a book signing event today, Sep. 9 from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Jenkins is the author of "3 Sisters and the Serpent." (Douglasville Books via Facebook)
• The Douglas County Board of Commissioners will recognize National Voter Registration Day with a full week of initiatives from Sep. 18-22. During that time, voter registration assistance will be available in front of the courthouse. Click here to learn more. (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)
• The Douglas County Public Library is holding a Photography for Kids class in partnership with WGRLS STEAM Engine. This class is for children aged 6-12, and attendees are asked to pre-register by calling 770-920-7125 or emailing info.douglas@wgrls.org. (Douglas County Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll catch up with you soon with a new update!

— 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.