🌱 Woman Convicted Of Douglasville Murder + 2023 CelebrateHER Awards

Hey, Douglasville! Sean Peek here with your Wednesday edition of the Douglasville Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's going on in town. Today we'll cover these stories and more...

• Woman convicted of murder in a 2020 Douglasville incident
• 2023 CelebrateHER Awards coming up next month
• Douglasville Police Department's inaugural "Rising Men Taking Authority" conference

But first, today's weather:

Warmer with periods of sun. High: 78 Low: 52.

Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. A Douglas County jury has convicted 48-year-old Ronika Carswell of felony murder and aggravated battery for an incident that occurred in April 2020. According to an investigation by the Douglasville Police Department, Carswell and her boyfriend had gotten into a dispute at a Quiktrip. As Carswell left the Quiktrip in her vehicle, the boyfriend clung on until he eventually fell off on the ramp to I-20; the victim succumbed to his injuries at Grady Hospital. (Douglas County District Attorney's Office via Facebook)
2. The Douglas County Chamber recently shared the honorees for the 2023 CelebrateHER Awards. The event, which aims to uplift and celebrate Douglas County women making a difference in the community, will be held on Thursday, Jun. 8 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Douglasville Conference Center. Those who wish to learn more about the event or register for a spot can do so on the Douglas County website. (Douglas County Chamber via Instagram)
3. The Oregon Ducks women's basketball team has welcomed Kennedi Williams, a Douglasville native, to their roster for the 2023-24 season. Williams showcased her skills during her four-year tenure with the Liberty Flames, playing in all 124 games and earning accolades for her performance. She also ranked as the third-best assist provider in the state of Georgia, where she impressed during her high school career at Greater Atlanta Christian School in Norcross. (GoDucks.com)
4. The Douglasville Police Department's inaugural "Rising Men Taking Authority Conference' is scheduled to take place on Jun. 3 at the department's Community Room. The conference will run from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and focus on men's medical issues, financial planning, and family leadership. All young males must be accompanied by a male adult; those looking to RSVP are asked to contact Sgt. Shannon Dean at deans@douglasvillega.gov or (678) 293-1621. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
5. There's no shortage of things to do in Douglas County Parks this season. Upcoming events include a Father-Daughter Paint Night on Friday, Jun. 9, and a Wax Candle Making Class on Wednesday, Jun. 14, both at the Boundary Waters Activity Center. For the full list, explore the Douglas County Parks & Recreation online catalog. (Douglas County Parks & Recreation)

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Today in Douglasville:

• Morning In The Garden: Community Service Work Day At Nichols Center (10:00 AM)
• Pranayama Breathing Class, Virtual Event Hosted By Soul Dimension (1:00 PM)
• Wine Down Wednesdays At Allure Lounge Douglasville (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Heads up, local house hunters! Even more new homes have been listed for sale in and around Douglasville. (Douglasville Patch)
• REMINDER: Douglas County Schools will have a half-day today (Wednesday, May 24) to end the semester. Hello, summer! (Douglas County Georgia Schools via Facebook)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you tomorrow morning for 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.