In Douglasville News This Week: Father Also Arrested In Molestation Case

Marco's Pizza Is Now Open

Their prices are reasonable and the convenient location at the intersection of Bright Star Rd. and Douglas Boulevard puts Marco’s on a large number of commuters in Douglasville making it a quick and convenient stop on the way home! See the full Douglasville Patch story here.

Heirling Given Life in Prison for 2002 Armed Robbery

Christopher Britt Heirling was sentenced to life in prison, plus five consecutive years, for the armed robbery of Scott Hudson, who runs local BBQ landmark Hudson’s Hickory House with his father, Buford. See the full Douglasville Patch story here.

Update: Father Also Arrested In Molestation Case

Christopher Michael Newell, 28, of Lithia Springs, has also been arrested and charged with molesting his two children, both under 10 years of age, according to investigator Joshua Miller. See the full Douglasville Patch story here.

Courthouse Hosts Flu Shot Clinic

The Douglas County Courthouse will be hosting a flu shot clinic on Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Courthouse Atrium. See the full Douglasville Patch story here.

The Case For and Against Sunday Sales

The case for and against Sunday alcohol sales was made during a political forum hosted by the Junior League of Douglas County and the National Coalition of 100 Black Women on Tuesday night at the Downtown Conference Center. See the full Douglasville Patch story here.

Repeat Offender Sentenced 30 Years for Multiple Robberies

A nine-time convicted felon was caught after robbing a local grocery store driving a stolen vehicle was sentenced to 30 years following his conviction this week, according to Douglas County District Attorney David McDade. See the full Douglasville Patch story here.