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The Cultural Arts Council of Douglasville/Douglas County (CAC) brought in a new year of art and culture. The opening reception, in celebration of Black History Month, was a huge success. The CAC is showcasing artwork from contemporary artists of color in Together We Rise through February 21, 2018. Gallery admission, tours and receptions are always…
Read MoreDoor decorations, wax museums, and song and dance are some of the creative ways students in Douglas County will learn about historical figures and important contributions of African Americans during the month of February. New Manchester and Lithia Springs High Schools will feature programs that will be open to the public. The FAME program at…
Read More63% of people in their twenties want to be their own boss, according to a 2013 University of Phoenix study. And while it’s arduous work, the lure of the freelance and entrepreneurial culture these days is incredibly strong. Some people are called to it with a unique idea or talent, while others spend years mulling…
Read MoreHeritage Bag plant manager, Jeff Classen, staff, and Chamber representatives celebrated their new facility by holding a DC Chamber Ribbon Cutting on January 25th. Heritage Bag is located at 8096 East Highway 78 in Villa Rica. Heritage Bag is a division of Novolex, a product packaging company. Heritage Bag is one of 45 locations of…
Read MoreRepresentatives of Mercer University and West Georgia Technical College gathered in Douglas County January 24 to sign an addendum to the current statewide articulation agreement between Mercer and the Technical College System of Georgia. Under this updated agreement, Mercer and WGTC affirm that both entities will support the smooth transition of qualified students enrolled in…
Read MoreDouglas County Schools will convert early release days to regular school full days to make up for seven days of missed instructional time due to inclement weather due to Hurricane Irma and two winter snow storms. This decision was designed to provide all of our students with the highest level of instruction and to ensure…
Read MoreDouglas County Commissioner Kelly G. Robinson leads support for New Homeowner Protection Legislation
Douglas County Vice-Chair Kelly G. Robinson, Commissioner of District 2, is leading a bipartisan group of county and state officials in a regional collaborative support of legislation that would protect homeowners at the local and state levels. State Rep. William K. Boddie Jr. (D-62) introduced the legislation today called “The Community Association Protection & Transparency…
Read MoreNinety-three students in the Douglas County School System competed in the county-wide Middle and High School Science and Engineering Fair on January 16. With intriguing names including “Snap Crackle Pop Bridge Building” and “Inducing Jasmonic Acid Production in Potato Plants,” the projects covered a wide range of topics. As part of the competition, students displayed…
Read MoreThe Douglas County Board of Commissioners proclaimed February 6, 2018, as Firefighters Recognition Day. The proclamation was announced at the Board of Commission meeting by the Douglas County Fire Chief, Scott Spencer on January 23, 2018. The Firefighters Recognition Day Proclamation recognizes and honors the brave men and women who protect the life and property…
Read MoreDouglas County was recognized for its commitment to the environment by achieving certification as a Green Community, advancing to the Silver level. The Atlanta Regional Commission, the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency for the 10-county Atlanta region, made the announcement at its Board Meeting held in downtown Atlanta on Wednesday, January 24, 2018. Douglas…
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