🌱 Search For Missing 17-Year-Old + Juneteenth Event And Art Exhibit

Hi all. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Douglasville Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in the community today. Today you'll read about:

• Police search for a missing 17-year-old boy.
• Community feedback wanted on educational improvement plan.
• Juneteenth celebration and visual art exhibition.

But first, today's weather:

Sunny. High: 87 Low: 67.

Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in locating 17-year-old Alex Williams. Williams is described as a blonde, white male, 5 feet 11 inches tall, and is believed to be a runaway. Anyone with information is asked to contact (770) 920-3914 or email jalmond@sheriff.douglas.ga.us. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
2. Members of the Douglas County community are invited to participate in a review of the Streamlined Consolidated Local Educational Agency Improvement Plan. Students, parents and guardians, school staff, and other interested community members are invited to share their thoughts on the plans to support students in Douglas County Georgia School. Feedback will be accepted via the online form through next Friday, Jun. 16, at 12:00 p.m. (Douglas County Georgia Schools via Facebook)
3. The Douglasville Police Department will host its second annual Cars and Cops Car Show next Saturday, Jun. 17, from 12:00-4:00 p.m. Community members are invited to register their vehicles for $25. The event is free to all community members and will feature music, food trucks, and prize giveaways. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
4. The Independence Exhibition is now on display at the Douglas County Courthouse through Jul. 14. Stop by the exhibit on the third floor, or visit the Community Atrium on Jun. 15 at 6:30 p.m. for the Douglasville Juneteenth Celebration. The event will celebrate African American artistry through dance, visual art, music, food, and more. (Douglas County Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
5. In search of some fun plans for next week? Douglasville Calendar has rounded up the latest happenings in and around town. On Jun. 14, the Douglasville Police Department will be hosting Community Yoga at 5:30 p.m. The Cultural Arts Council will also hold a Georgia Bulldogs Wine Tumbler Workshop at 6:00 p.m. on Jun. 16. Head over to the link for the full list of upcoming local events. (DouglasvilleCalendar)

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Today in Douglasville:

• Aqua Zumba At Boundary Waters Aquatic Center (9:00 AM)
• National Family Health & Fitness Day Family Fun Walk At Hunter Memorial Park (9:00 AM)
• Yoga With Lisa At Alpaca Haven Farm (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• A Douglasville man received a shoutout from his family just in time for Father's Day! Visit the link to learn what makes Harold Scott an "extra special" dad and learn how you can give a father in your life a shoutout. (Douglasville Patch)
• The next installment of the Wednesday Wind Down Concert Series happens Jun. 14 in O'Neal Plaza! This free event will feature performances by Legacy Music Group and Aviated Sound Band. Swing by at 7:00 p.m. to tune in! (City of Douglasville)
• The Douglas County Sheriff's Office will host its Veterans Community Outreach Day today from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Douglas County Courthouse. Stop by for food, music, and an array of resources for veterans. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. 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.