Posts by Sara Ray
Del Taco Opens in Douglasville
Del Taco area director, Jason McFarland, staff, and Chamber representatives celebrated their grand opening by holding a DC Chamber Ribbon Cutting on October 9th. The Del Taco specializes in American-style Mexican cuisine in addition to American foods, Del Taco’s menu features tacos, burritos, salads, burgers, and sweet treats. They are located at 9552 Highway 5 in…
Read MoreBe a Partner in Operation Christmas!
The Douglas County Chamber is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Operation Christmas Toys For Tots Douglas County to encourage Chamber members to host gift collection boxes at their businesses for employees and members of the public to make donations for the 2018 season. Operation Christmas serves Douglas County children who: receive free and…
Read MoreTroncalli Insurance Celebrates Opening in Villa Rica
Troncalli Insurance Owner, Vic Troncalli, customers, and Chamber representatives gathered to celebrate his business by holding a Ribbon Cutting on October 3rd. Troncalli Insurance offers solutions for life, health, Medicare, and medical plans from the nation’s premier insurance companies. Troncalli Insurance is located at 105 North Avenue in Villa Rica. Vic Troncalli, a native of…
Read MoreNew Manchester Elementary’s Brittania Wright Crowned Douglas County Teacher of Year
New Manchester Elementary School fourth grade teacher Brittania Wright now holds the title of Douglas County Teacher of the Year. Judges selected Wright from a field of 34 finalists and ultimately crowned her Douglas County’s Teacher of the Year. Wright achieved the recognition Thursday night during a suspense-filled ceremony at Central Baptist Church in Douglasville.…
Read MoreThe Varsity Food Truck Surprises DCHS Stellar Students
The Varsity Food Truck cruised through the parking of Douglas County High Tuesday, delivering the Atlanta restaurant’s popular comfort food to students who made the grade. Students who made straight “A’s” all school year last year were invited to the lunch treat and enjoyed their choice of hot off the grill hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries,…
Read MoreAlexander High School Students Shine During Law Enforcement Internship
Alexander High School (AHS) Seniors Courtney Hause and Tyler Benson and Junior Kate Mitcham are participating in a competitive internship program that coincides with their academic success in AHS’s Law Enforcement Services Program. Students enrolled in a Career Technical Agriculture Education pathway (which includes Law Enforcement) take a sequence of courses designed to help them…
Read MoreGA Partnership for Excellence in Education names Fall 2018 College Access Grant Winners
GA Partnership for Excellence in Education names Fall 2018 College Access Grant Winners Eight Chambers of Commerce will use funds to encourage post-secondary education MEDIA CONTACT: Robert Gaines, rgaines@gpee.org, 404-223-2464 -Follow the GA Partnership on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram September 24, 2018 – The Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education has selected eight local chambers of…
Read MoreHome2 Suites by Hilton Atlanta West Lithia Springs Celebrates Grand Opening
Home2 Suites Manager Trent White, Dr. Patel, President of Kana Hotel Group, staff and Chamber representatives celebrated their grand opening by holding a DC Chamber Ribbon Cutting on September 13th. Home2 Suites by Hilton Atlanta West Lithia Springs is an “all-suite” hotel. The vibrant, modern suites have plenty of room to work or relax. They…
Read MoreRule the School with “Principal 4 A Day” on November 29th
The Douglas County Chamber is pleased to partner with the Douglas County School System and Brighten Academy for the eighth annual “Principal 4 a Day” on Thursday, November 29th. This program allows members of the business community to visit one of the 36 schools in Douglas County or Brighten Academy and shadow the principal for…
Read MoreDouglas County Chamber Announces the Top Ten Young Professionals of 2018
Advancing Modern Professionals in Douglas (AMP’D), a program of the Douglas County Chamber, is pleased to announce its Top Ten Young Professionals of 2018. The Top Ten Young Professionals of the Year is an annual recognition of young professionals in Douglasville and Douglas County who embody the mission and vision of AMP’D. The recognition ceremony was…
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