🌱 Slain Teens IDed + DCSS School Social Work Week + DPD Safety Expo

Hi all. Sean Peek here with your fresh copy of the Douglasville Patch newsletter, full of all the community news you need to know right now. Today you'll find these stories and more...

• Identities released for the two teens killed in a local house party shooting.
• DCSS honors School Social Work Week to recognize the efforts of its social workers.
• Blairs Bridge Road single-lane closure remains in effect through tomorrow, Mar. 10.

But first, today's weather:

A touch of afternoon rain. High: 56 Low: 47.

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Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. As an update to a previously-reported story, the two teenagers who were killed at a weekend "Sweet 16" house party in Douglasville have now been identified by officials. During a news conference, Douglas County Sheriff's Captain Jon Mauney identified the victims of a shooting as 15-year-old Samuel Moon and 14-year-old Ajanaye Hill. Seven additional teenagers were reportedly injured in the shooting and taken to a local hospital. The Sheriff's Office is offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of a suspect. (Douglasville Patch)
2. The Douglas County School System is recognizing School Social Work Week this week to honor the critical role school social workers play in promoting students' mental health and well-being. The annual celebration, sponsored by the School Social Work Association of America, highlights the essential work of school social workers in creating and maintaining positive and supportive school climates. The theme for National School Social Work Week 2023 is "We Rise," acknowledging the dedication and commitment of school social workers to support their students, families, and school communities. (Douglas County School System)
3. The Douglasville Police Department is hosting a Spring Festival & Safety Expo on Apr. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its headquarters, featuring activities like egg hunts, touch-a-truck, and a K-9 demonstration. The event is free and open to the public, and food, vendors, and other fun activities will available for guests to enjoy. Vendor registration is available until Mar. 20 for a fee of $40. Those interested can contact Sgt. Shannon Dean or Stephanie McClarty for more information. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
4. As a reminder, the Blairs Bridge Road single-lane closure is still in effect until tomorrow, Mar. 10. The Douglasville-Douglas County Water-Sewer Authority (DDCWSA) has been performing work on Blairs Bridge Road this week in relation to the Cobb Sewer Tunnel Connection, resulting in the closure of one westbound lane for approximately 400 feet west of the Blairs Bridge Road/Bob Arnold Boulevard intersection. The closure will remain in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. today and tomorrow, and flaggers will be present to direct traffic. It is recommended that alternate routes be taken if possible. (Douglasville Georgia)
5. Looking for a great entry-level summer job that will kickstart a future career in local government or public service? The City of Douglasville recently listed multiple summer intern positions for numerous city departments, including the city manager's office, parks and recreation, engineering, community relations, and more. Visit the city's website for job details and application information. (City of Douglasville)

Today in Douglasville:

• God's Warriors At Fairplay Middle School (8:15 AM)
• Monthly Matinee: "The Emperor’s New Groove" At Douglas County Public Library (4:30 PM)
• HIIT Class At YouFit Gyms (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• In case you missed Tuesday’s Board of Commissioners meeting, you can catch up with the recorded livestream shared on Facebook. (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)
• Douglas County Vice Chair and District 3 Commissioner Tarenia Carthan will be discussing District 3 updates during an upcoming Townhall Meeting on Thursday, Mar. 23, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Connect Douglas Risk and Safety Training room. (Celebrate Douglas County)
• After a recent debut appearance at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Douglasville native and country singer Megan Moroney will be releasing the title track to her first album “Lucky” tomorrow, Mar. 10. Learn more about this local musician who’s making it big in an interview with CMT. (Country Music Times)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with another 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.