Friday, May 24, 2013
The Douglas County Chamber is pleased to announce the 25 members of the Leadership Douglas Class of 2014.
By Sara Ray, Douglas County Chamber The Douglas County Chamber is pleased to announce the 25 members of the Leadership Douglas Class of 2014. Leadership Douglas is a program of the Douglas County Chamber Foundation. It selects diverse and qualified individuals to provide a structured program that enhances leadership skills and community involvement for the betterment of all citizens, businesses, organizations and governments in Douglas County. Through presentations, discussions and work sessions, the program seeks to inspire those who are willing to get involved. Participants are given the opportunity to meet and interact with current community and business leaders throughout the program. Participants in Leadership Douglas benefit from …
The City of Douglasville will hold its annual Summer Sampler on May 31 at the Le Jardin Blanc.
The City of Douglasville will hold its annual Summer Sampler on May 31 at the Le Jardin Blanc. The Summer Sampler is a fundraising event presented by the Douglasville Downtown Development Authority. Tickets entitle each guest to a Summer Sampler souvenir glass, light hors d’oeuvres, live music and sample wine and food tasting. The event will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are $20; $25 at the door. Purchase tickets here. For more information, call 770-947-5920.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
More county residents found jobs in April.
Douglas County's unemployment rate fell below 8 percent to 7.9 percent in April. There were approximately 380 fewer people unemployed, with 63,236 residents working. Paulding County's jobless rate dropped by half a percent to 7.2 percent. Out of the 73,122 people in the work force, 5,262 were unemployed in April. The unemployment rate in Cobb County dropped below 7 percent in April, a fall of three tenths of a percent. Almost 1,000 more county residents were working than in the previous month. Of the 377,630 people in the Cobb County labor force, 25,896 were unemployed in April. A year ago the unemployment rate was up to 8 percent. Just to the north, Cherokee County's jobless rate dipped closer to 6 percent, falling four tenths of a …
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
A church in metro Atlanta is needed for filming of the movie All Saints.
A church in metro Atlanta is needed for filming of the movie All Saints. This movie is based on a true story about a young pastor who helps save a struggling church in Tennessee by helping the parishioners open their own farm next door. This is a very family-friendly movie, according to Kevin W. Kirby, Paulding Chamber of Commerce. Pictures of the two churches (attached) are similar to what they are looking for. Here are the particulars of what is needed: 1. The church needs to sit next to a large field (30 acres or so) that could possibly be turned into farm land with crops. 2. Needs to be large enough to have a fellowship hall and offices so one-room churches won’t work. 3. Denomination is not important, but the church in the script …
Letz Get Fit celebrated their recent opening with a Chamber ribbon cutting on May 15 at their location; 3565 Highway 5 in Douglasville.
By Sara Ray, Douglas County Chamber Owner Kim Roberts and her staff have announced the opening of Letz Get Fit in Douglasville. Letz Get Fit celebrated their recent opening with a Chamber ribbon cutting on May 15 at their location; 3565 Highway 5 in Douglasville. Letz Get Fit is focused on providing an effective and fun workout by the best instructors so you can accomplish your fitness goals faster. They serve anyone who is interested in Zumba classes or for those clients who prefer more cardio, they offer spin classes on indoor stationary bikes. The instructors at Letz Get Fit strive to do everything they can to meet and exceed all client expectations. Letz Get Fit offers the first class on their dime and will always provide water and a …
Friday, May 17, 2013
Pet Things owner Terry Brlecic and his family recently donated 925 pounds of cat and dog food to the Douglas County Animal Shelter.
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Friday, May 17
Because helping animals is “in my heart,” Pet Things owner Terry Brlecic and his family recently donated 925 pounds of cat and dog food to the Douglas County Animal Shelter. The Brlecic family - Terry, wife Cathy, and son Brandon - own five dogs of their own and have been very active in the placing animals with forever families, including hosting adoption clinics at their store almost every Saturday. Pet Things also takes animal adoption requests and posts them in the store in an effort to match animal and owner. The Brlecic family has also been involved in the reorganization of the Douglas County Animal Shelter by attending every Animal Control Advisory Board meeting since its inception, and offering volunteer services and equipment - as …
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Douglasville's Medical and Rehabilitation Center is the largest state-of-the-art multi-disciplinary health facility west of Atlanta.
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Thursday, May 16
By Sara Ray, Douglas County Chamber Dr. Eric Ziegler and Dr. Jorge Bueno are pleased to announce the opening of Stewart Parkway Medical and Rehabilitation Center in Douglasville. Stewart Parkway Medical celebrated their recent opening with a Chamber ribbon cutting on May 8 at their location; 5977 Stewart Parkway in Douglasville. Medical and Rehabilitation Center is the largest state-of-the-art multi-disciplinary health facility west of Atlanta, where Dr. Ziegler and Dr. Bueno have more than 20 years of combined experience, designed to provide the very best care for their patients. The combination of quality healthcare consisting of family practice, physical therapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, and diagnostic testing that provides …
Primary Fitness serves the immediate Douglasville community as well as the surrounding Douglas, Cobb, Paulding, and Fulton counties.
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Thursday, May 16
By Sara Ray, Douglas County Chamber Primary Fitness owner and instructor Tracy Lymus celebrated one year in business with a Chamber ribbon cutting on May 9. Primary Fitness is located at 921 Dallas Highway in Primary Fitness’ motto is to “keep fitness fun” and this is the one studio where clients will get just that with their private parties, exotic fitness, and nightclub fitness events! Experience the physical, physiological, social, and spiritual benefits of dance fitness, focused strength and flexibility training. They are dedicated to providing clients with the highest caliber of group fitness classes, small group training and personal training with no mandated enrollment, annual, or hidden fees. People of all ages can reach their …
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Douglasville's Bagel Meister restaurant was closed at lunch time today and customers were asked to leave.
Update: 1:28 p.m. The Bagel Meister has reopened. Patch has contacted the Georgia Department of Revenue to find out more information but the call has not been returned. Original story: Douglasville's Bagel Meister restaurant was closed at lunch time today and customers asked to leave. A Georgia Department of Revenue sign is on the door saying the restaurant is temporarily closed but does not give a reason. Several of the restaurant's employess are currently sitting outside the restaurant and said they don't know what is going on but were "ushered out." The restaurant's Facebook page does not give any details. No other details are known at this time.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Zen Massage Center celebrated their grand opening with a Douglas County Chamber ribbon cutting on April 26 at their location; 7475 Douglas Boulevard in Douglasville.
By Sara Ray, Douglas County Chamber Owner Mickey Jefferson and his staff announced the opening of their new location in Douglasville. Zen Massage Center celebrated their grand opening with a Chamber ribbon cutting on April 26 at their location; 7475 Douglas Boulevard in Douglasville. Zen Massage Center offers clients a variety of massage and facial services with no contracts. Home of the $39.95 Swedish massage, Zen offers a variety of massages such as deep tissue, sports massage, pregnancy massage, couples massages, and hot stone massage. Facial services range from express facials and age smart facials, to medibac and customized facials specific to each client’s personal needs. The client’s health and wellness always come first at Zen. …
Joan Gates
2:45 pm on Friday, May 24, 2013
I am prone to agreeing with Emily. I would like to know where these jobs are at and how a person qualifies for the job. I am still seeing people, single and whole families holding up sign asking for help. If you can say where these jobs are located I would be thrillled to advise these jobless people where they might go and apply. Thank you more ›