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Good morning Douglasville! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a deadly Douglasville dispute ended with life in prison
  • How a Douglasville couple erased a shocking $1,500 water bill
  • Which Douglasville standout just boosted Tennessee’s 2026 football class?

Also on today's calendar: Unveiled: Masquerade Burlesque Show and 8 more events.

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Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 59 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Thursday: A couple of afternoon showers, temps: high: 58, low: 39.
  • Friday: Breezy in the morning; sunny, with a high of 50 and low of 29 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Man pleads guilty, gets life sentence in Douglasville domestic killing (fox5atlanta.com) — A Douglasville woman was killed during a domestic dispute at her home, and her husband has now received a life-plus-25-year sentence after pleading guilty. The case, handled by Douglas County authorities, underscores the risks of domestic violence and prompted emotional statements from the victim’s family. Local residents are reminded that Douglas-based organizations offer confidential help and resources for anyone experiencing abuse.
   

• Metro couple fighting high water bill gets results following ANF Investigation (atlantanewsfirst.com) — A Douglasville couple who saw their water and sewer bill spike to nearly $1,500 because of leaking toilets has now received a full refund from their property management company. After months of confusion between billing firms and the city water department, media pressure helped resolve the balance, leaving the renters relieved and able to stay in the home they love.
   

• How Tennessee Football's 2026 Signing Class Ranks Following Release of Legend Bey (rockytopinsider.com) — A Tennessee Volunteers football recruiting roundup highlights defensive end Jordan Carter from Douglasville as part of the Vols’ 2026 class, even after four-star athlete Legend Bey was released from his letter of intent. The piece breaks down national rankings, SEC standing, and star ratings for each signee, showing how Tennessee stacks up without Bey in the fold.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Took all my children to go feed the less fortunate.
    They got to pass out clothes, my son cut hair, and passed out food. This is what Christmas is about. Not receiving gifts but giving back. This… (Nextdoor Chapel Hills)
  • Missing: my baby girl blackie has been missing since thanksgiving.
    I wasn’t home & my dad left the door open & she got out. If anyone has seen her please let me know. I have called for her around the neighborhood, I… (Nextdoor Stewart Mill Estates)
  • Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Baker and Packager Associate in Douglasville. Apply here.
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Douglasville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Douglasville here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Execution halted for Georgia man convicted in Powder Springs killings (fox5atlanta.com)
  • Blue Thanksgiving gala raises funds to help officers in crisis (fox5atlanta.com)
  • Virginia Tech targeting Georgia Tech's Norval McKenzie as new RB coach (gobblercountry.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don’t know. I can never finish drinking the hot bath!
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