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Douglas County Sheriff's Office looking for missing 10-year-old
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ga. — The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is looking for 10-year-old Taylor Rose Graham. The sheriff's office released the alert on Friday. The girl was last seen at her home, but the sheriff's office did not share when. It is unknown what she was wearing at the time.
Former Douglas County judge disputes charges
Former Douglas County Judge Christina Peterson is asking that charges against her in Fulton County be dropped. Peterson was arrested last month after a heated confrontation with Atlanta police at a Buckhead nightclub at 3 a.m.
Drought continues across north Georgia but more rain is in sight
ATLANTA — Drought persists across north Georgia heading into the end of July. In the latest U.S. Drought Monitor, released July 18, parts of Fulton, Cobb, Douglas, Cherokee, Bartow, and Paulding counties remain in a Level 2 'severe' drought. Additionally, portions of far north Georgia, from Dade County to...
Arts council receives $22,000 in grants for local programs
The Cultural Arts Council of Douglasville and Douglas County received a recent boost in through three grants totaling just more than $22,000. The Georgia Council for the Arts (GAC) provided two of the awards – a $7,050 arts education grant and a $3,000 bridge grant. Enterprise Mobility presented the third grant of $12,240.
Sheriff's office looking for runaway Douglas County teen
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ga. — The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is looking for a 15-year-old girl they have classified as a runaway. Madison Lynn Collins was last seen at her home in Douglas County on July 13. Collins is a Black female with brown eyes and brown hair. She is 5-foot-3 and weighs 125 lbs. It is unknown what she was last wearing.
Trump rally shooting | Why the shot Secret Service counter sniper took was a difficult one
DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. — After a shooter fired several shots at former President Donald Trump's rally, a counter-sniper in Douglas County is giving his perspective. The gunman, now identified as 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, killed one spectator, seriously hurt two others and the former president's ear. Crooks was killed on the roof of a nearby building by a Secret Service Counter Sniper.
Missing Georgia Teen Sparks Urgent Search: Have You Seen Madison Lynn Collins?
A 15-year-old girl named Madison Lynn Collins has gone missing from her home in Douglas County, Georgia, prompting local authorities to launch a search operation. 🚨 Why It Matters: The disappearance of a minor is always a serious concern for communities. Quick action and public awareness can be crucial in locating missing individuals and ensuring their safe return.
Former Douglas County Judge Christina Peterson's Court Hearing Cancelled Amid Charges Stemming from Buckhead Nightclub Incident
Former Douglas County Judge Christina Peterson, who was arrested at the Red Martini Restaurant and Lounge in Buckhead on June 20, had her court hearing scheduled for Friday morning canceled, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta. The reason for the cancellation remains unclear, and there's currently no information available about when the hearing might be rescheduled.
NAACP leader remembered for "servant's heart"
Joy Ponder Bates is being remembered as a leader and servant of the Douglas County community for her work as a child advocate. Bates died Friday after an automobile accident while traveling to the airport to attend the NAACP convention in Las Vegas.
Become a CAC member for a chance to win big
Become immersed in the vibrant cultural scene of Douglasville by becoming a member of the Cultural Arts Council of Douglasville/Douglas County (CAC). As a dynamic hub of creativity, the CAC offers a plethora of classes, captivating monthly exhibits, diverse community events, and valuable volunteer opportunities. Discover the enriching cultural life of our community and become a CAC member today.
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