🌱 Foul Odor On Bob White Lane + Veterans Community Outreach Day

Hello all. Sean Peek here with your Friday edition of the Douglasville Patch newsletter, full of all the community news you need to know right now. Including updates on:

• Major drug trafficking organization dismantled following multi-agency effort across Atlanta metro
• Residents of Bob White Lane complain of foul odor
• Douglasville's Music Festival and BBQ Cook-Off will feature new food options this year

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Rain and drizzle in the p.m. High: 78 Low: 62.

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Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. A multi-agency effort has successfully dismantled an Atlanta-based drug trafficking organization, the Northern District of Georgia U.S. Attorney's Office reports. In addition to federal and state law enforcement officials, several local police departments — including the Douglasville Police Department — assisted in the investigation. Eight defendants pleaded guilty to drug trafficking conspiracy in connection with an organization led by Kevin Clark, who operated in and around his southwest Atlanta home. (Department of Justice)
2. A former law enforcement officer who previously worked in Douglasville has been sentenced for the molestation of a 7-year-old girl. Matthew Atkins, a former Austell police sergeant who previously served with the Powder Springs and Douglasville Police Departments, will serve a 20-year sentence. Police say the incident occurred in March of 2021 when Atkins was off duty; the victim reported the crime to her grandmother. (WSB Atlanta)
3. Residents of Bob White Lane in Douglasville are complaining about a foul odor that has been affecting their neighborhood for weeks. The home in question is owned by Connecticut-based Starwood Property Trust and is being managed by Excalibur Homes. According to Excalibur, the problem was caused by clogged septic tank lines due to "abuse or neglect," placing the onus on the tenant to pay for repairs. (WSB Atlanta)
4. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is inviting veterans to the 2nd Annual Veterans Community Outreach Day. Attendees can expect food, vendors, music, and representatives from a variety of veteran organizations. The outreach day will be held at the Douglas County Sheriff's Office from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, Jun. 10. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
5. Douglasville's upcoming 2nd Annual Music Festival and BBQ Cook-Off will feature a few new food options this year. Besides barbecue (of course), Marshalls Jerk Spot and Chick-fil-A Arbor Place will also sell food during the event. Attendees can expect a fun-filled day of eating and entertainment at the Douglasville Police Department tomorrow (Saturday, May 13) from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)

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Today in Douglasville:

• Get Waisted - With Waistbeads! At V2 Spaces (2:00 PM)
• Rug Tufting At Studio Unlimited (5:30 PM)
• Ladies Night At Starr Food Hookah Lounge (7:00 PM)
• Blooming Beauty At Painting With A Twist (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Looking to add a new furry friend to your family? Start your search with these adorable, adoptable pets, currently available in Douglasville area shelters. (Douglasville Patch)
• A former paraprofessional at Alexander High in Douglasville has been charged with sexual battery against one of his female students. Ferrell Breston, 26, was denied bond earlier this week. (Douglas County Sentinel)
• A Douglasville mom is being recognized for her "adventurous spirit" she passed along to her daughter. Visit the link to hear from Kelly Cobb on why her mom, Dina Greer, deserves a shout-out this Mother's Day. (Douglasville Patch)

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You're officially in the loop for today! See you all tomorrow for another update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.