🌱 Video Of Man Yelling Slurs Goes Viral + Local's Novel Published

Hello, friends! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Douglasville Daily — here to tell you everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town these days. Including news about:

• Viral video shows Douglasville man yelling racial slurs
• Douglasville local publishes her first novel
• Newest dogs and cats up for adoption in the area

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and cooler. High: 55 Low: 36.

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Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. A Twitter video that shows a Douglasville resident yelling racial slurs has gone viral. FedEx employees were verbally berated by the man, who used some extremely vicious words in his fury. The employees remained calm during the interaction despite the abuse being hurled at them. FedEx is reviewing the incident. (Narcity Canada)
2. A Douglasville local has published their first novel. Rachael Webb has published "We Bury Our Dead Well," a novel inspired by her own personal experiences. It offers a powerful and insightful look at the lives of EMT workers, and how connections make people stronger. The book is published by Dorrance Publishing. (PR Leap)
3. Looking to add a shaggy ball of four-legged love and affection to your family and give back to the Douglasville community at the same time? Perhaps it's the right time to adopt a pet! Facilities in Douglasville have adoptable dogs, cats, and other animals ready to go to new homes. Whether you’re looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. (Douglasville Patch)
4. In October of last year, 36-year-old William Hale of Douglasville and 44-year-old Frank Allison of Callahan, Florida were arrested on charges of attempted murder during a road rage incident. The two exchanged gunfire, injuring a child in each vehicle. The victims, who both survived the event, were five and 14. Neither of the men have been arraigned or charged at this time, according to a January press conference. (FirstCoastNews.com WTLV-WJXX)
5. Having fun isn't hard when you've got a library card! The Douglas County branches of the West Georgia Regional Library System have plenty of events for the whole family to enjoy. Head over to Douglas County Public Library for Page Turners Book Club on Jan. 23, or enjoy Middle/High Homeschool Group: Debate at Dog River Public Library on Jan. 31. Visit the library website to view everything happening at the Douglas County, Dog River, and Lithia Springs branches. (West Georgia Regional Library System)

Today in and around Douglasville:

• Terrific Toddlers! Learn And Play Storytime At College Park Library, College Park (10:30 AM)
• Get Waisted With Waistbeads At V2 Spaces (2:00 PM)
• **LADIES NIGHT** - Put On Your Crown At Painting With A Twist (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The 3rd Annual Day of Unity will be held on Feb. 18 starting at 10:00 a.m. The event will be held on the front steps of the Douglasville Public Safety Complex. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
• Looking for scholarship opportunities for Douglas County high school seniors? This list is a great way to get started! (Douglas County Georgia Schools via Facebook)
• The Douglasville Police Department and Douglasville Parks and Recreation are going to host a Youth Basketball Spring League! The league will be held at the Alice J. Hawthorne Gym every Friday starting on Apr. 14. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. 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.