In the News

Douglas County’s Dog River Library will celebrate its first anniversary with “Arts and Crafts in the Woods” this Saturday, November 3rd, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on the grounds of the library at 6100 Georgia Highway 5. The Dog River Library is known as the “library in the woods” due to its rustic location…

The Douglas County Courthouse will host a flu shot clinic for the Public on Tuesday, November 6th, from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Courthouse Atrium. Flu shots will be available to any person age 9 and older, and will be administered by the Douglas Public Health Department. The cost of the flu shot…

Why Choose UnitedHealthcare? Health plans should be about more than just benefit coverage. It’s about being there when you and your employees need us and providing the service that you expect and need. With the Healthy Business Alliance™ Chamber-sponsored program through Purchasing Alliance Solutions, Inc. (PAS), you have more reasons than ever to choose UnitedHealthcare…

The 13th Annual Veterans Day Lighted Parade will step off Sunday night, November 11th, at 7 p.m. from Douglas County High School, and the Public is invited to join the parade or line the streets to salute our military, veterans, and our Nation’s flag. This year’s parade will be led by members of the Sweetwater…

Marco’s Pizza, located at 3112 Bright Star Road in Douglasville celebrated the grand opening of their newest location on October 22 with a Chamber Ribbon Cutting.  Marco’s Pizza – Douglasville is led by Manan Gandhi. Headquartered in Toledo,OH,Marco’s Pizza is the fastest-growing pizza company in the U.S. Marco’s was founded by Pasquale “Pat” Giammarco and…

Thanks to WellStar Health System for contributing: HEALTH SYSTEM OFFERING LUNG CANCER SCREENING TO VETERANS DURING SPECIAL EVENT Veterans at higher risk of lung cancer due to exposure to known carcinogens MARIETTA, Ga. (Oct. 22, 2012) – WellStar Health System is reaching out to local military veterans to receive lung cancer and respiratory risk screenings…

Crossroads for Life Ministries located at 6976 Bankhead Highway in Douglasville celebrated the grand opening of their most recent venture, Vision 21 on October 9.  Crossroads for Life Ministries is led by Pastor Edwin Ford. Vision 21 Concepts, Inc. hosts the only men’s homeless shelter West of Atlanta. They have made a commitment to address the…

Thanks to Purchasing Alliance Solutions for always keeping our members updated! The Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) is a requirement of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), the new Federal Healthcare Law, and must be provided to covered members — for some as early as September 23, 2012. The final regulation requires…

The Douglas County Chamber sends a BIG THANK YOU! With members like you, we are able to provide a sustainable business community in Douglas County as well as foster growth and positive change. Only through your support can we continue to fund important community initiatives and lead the way for business.   Your Chamber now…

Thanks to Kaiser Permanente for the content!! Kaiser Permanente Georgia has been named the highest ranked commercial health plan in the state for the eighth consecutive year, according to the National Committee for Quality Assurance. Kaiser Permanente Georgia ranked 36th among 474 plans nationwide, climbing 16 spots in the past year. NCQA, managed care’s major…