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In an academic twist on athletic signing day, Douglas County High School will celebrate the educational accomplishments of its students with an Academic Signing Day. The third annual event puts the spotlight on the academic achievements of students pursuing education beyond high school. The event will be held Thursday, February 15th at 2:00 in the…
Douglas County, Georgia is celebrating Black History Month by airing a unique program honoring local history makers and recognizing those in their lives who have contributed to their milestones. The educational and inspirational piece of work was the production of dctv23, the Douglas County government access channel, and the Department of Communications and Community Relations.…
The West Georgia Board of Realtors Organization is honoring the 50th Anniversary of the 1968 Fair Housing Act with a community celebration with music, local performers, and speakers. The event will take place on April 11, 2018, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the O’Neal Plaza Downtown Douglasville. The plaza is located at 6695…
Purposity, a giving app that combines purpose with generosity has now launched in the Douglas County School System, giving the community an opportunity to meet the specific needs of deserving students. The platform allows everyone to be a philanthropist by connecting donors with Douglas County students in need. Jill Smith, Homeless Outreach Facilitator for Douglas…
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…
Door 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…
63% 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…
Heritage 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…
Representatives 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…
Douglas 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…