🌱 Wind Down Wednesday Concert + Heatwave Headed For Douglasville

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this warm morning with your fresh copy of the Douglasville Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town, including...

• Wind Down Wednesday summer concert series
• Heatwave headed for Douglasville
• Nearby East Point Independence Day Celebration

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 90 Low: 65.

Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. The free Wednesday Wind Down Concert Series is taking place every Wednesday night until Jul. 26 in Douglasville. The concerts feature DJ music from 6:00-7:00 p.m. and live performances from 7:00-9:30 p.m. Attendees are welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs but are not allowed to bring tables, tarps, plastic ground coverings, or shade structures like tents or canopies. (Douglasville, GA - Government)
2. A substantial heatwave is heading directly for Douglasville this weekend! Significant humidity in the air will add to heat index values as the high-pressure area hovers over the eastern United States. Heat Index values are expected to climb into the hundreds. Remember to take safety precautions such as frequent breaks, and wearing light-colored loose-fitting clothing, if you work or play outdoors. (95.5 WSB)
3. Nearby East Point will host a spectacular Independence Day Celebration. The theme is a "Salute to the Red, White, and Blue Hometown Celebration." Pets are not permitted, and several roads will be closed. Live musical performances will include Vince Ashton, Korine Deanna Lane, Kove and Zack Spade. A fireworks display said to be the largest in South Fulton County, will begin at 9:30 p.m. (South Fulton Neighbor)
4. Douglasville Officer Carroll recently encountered a subject with a mental health issue and utilized her training to handle the situation, keeping her distance and trying to de-escalate it. However, when the agitated suspect attempted to approach a nearby group of civilians, Officer Carroll intervened to protect the public. Bystanders Cesar Betancourt, Aldo Betancourt, and off-duty Deputy Crumley came to her aid, choosing to assist in restraining the suspect rather than just recording the incident on their phones. Chief Sparks commended their actions, emphasizing their commitment to upholding the law and their willingness to support law enforcement when needed. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
5. The new officers of the Georgia Municipal Association were sworn in on Monday, Jun. 26. One of which was council member Sam Davis of Douglasville. The full slate of officers and members of the 2023-2024 board can be found at the link. (Jackson Progress-Argus)

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Today in Douglasville:

Wednesday, June 28

• Wine Down Wednesdays At the Allure Lounge (5:00 PM)
• Black Men's Roundtable At Blu Rose Art Bistro (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Rising Men of Douglasville met with the young men of the Foundational Transformation of Men on Monday evening. They discussed the purpose of men and upcoming events. If you want to learn more about either of these groups call 770-920-3010. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
• The 2023 Douglas County Comprehensive Plan Update is online for citizen review and comment. You can review the drafts here. (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)
• The Douglas County Board of Commissioners, in partnership with the Cobb & Douglas Board of Health, has issued a proclamation to acknowledge and observe "National HIV Testing Day." This day, celebrated every year on Jun. 27, aims to raise awareness about the significance of HIV testing and early detection. The proclamation emphasizes the importance of promoting testing services to ensure early diagnosis and appropriate treatment. You can learn about testing options and more here. (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. 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.