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Hey Douglas County, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s edition: Vintage flea market finds, pet photos with the Easter Bunny, and a $195k trash-trap project + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.

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📰 In the news

Randomness rewards curious shoppers: Bill’s Flea Market in Lithia Springs is a treasure hunt, with indoor comfort and a lively outdoor area. Find surprising vintage gems and collectibles, often priced at $30 or less — read the full story.

After a tree falls: Douglas County Tree Service has released a guide to help Douglasville homeowners handle storm-damaged trees safely, with first steps, documentation tips for insurance, and when to call a professional — read the full story.

New push for cleaner waterways: The City of South Fulton was awarded a $195,000 grant to install trash traps in tributaries feeding the Chattahoochee and will track removed debris to guide future environmental planning — see how debris tracking helps.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Celebrate Black family health and wellness
• Meet the Junior League of Douglas County
• Take the AARP Smart Driver course

🫶 We got your back

Crave-worthy sandwiches, no fuss: When the fridge looks bleak, Suzie’s Wings and Deli delivers hearty deli bites, saucy wings, and crisp sides, all done right. A midweek rotation staple for an easy win you’ll actually crave, no mess, no pretension.

Trail time, zero excuses: Whether you crave a quick nature fix or a full unplug, Sweetwater Creek State Park delivers with shady trails, roaring rapids, a photogenic mill ruin, and calm reservoir views. Lace up, bring water, and let your brain breathe this week… you’ve earned the quiet.

Build something awesome: GoldBrickers in Villa Rica is a brick lover’s dream, with bins of bulk parts, shelves of new and pre-loved sets, and enough minifigs to finally fix that missing head. A spot to spark a kiddo’s creativity, or your own, while trading screen time for hands-on building.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🍎 DeBanquet Farmers Market @ Events Unlimited De Banquet (Villa Rica) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Villa Rica finally gets a proper farmers market, every weekend, spring through October, with crisp produce, naturally made goodies, food trucks, music, and bragging rights. It’s free, and a valid way to call grocery shopping fresh air. Vendors, email [email protected] to snag a spot.

🐰 Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny @ Arbor Place (Douglasville) | Monday (3/16) at 11:00 AM – Grab the leash and head to Arbor Place for pet portraits with the Easter Bunny, because obviously your four-legged kid deserves a spring glamour shot. Visits are free, photos for purchase, walk-ins welcome, reservations wise, leashes or carriers required, pets only in the photo area.

✂ Free Paper Shredding Event @ Lithia Springs Public Library | Wednesday (3/18) at 10:00 AM – Whether you’re tackling tax-season clutter or retiring that teetering stack of important mail, swing by Lithia Springs Public Library for free shredding with Shred360. Bring up to three boxes or bags per car, no need to remove staples, binders, or CDs, bask in satisfying confetti.

🚓 Spring Festival & Safety Expo @ Douglasville Public Safety Complex | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Family day at the Douglasville Public Safety Complex means meeting the folks in blue while the kids climb on touch-a-trucks instead of your furniture, hunt eggs, and watch a K-9 demo. Free event with food vendors, register kids for hunts, vendor booths run $40.

🩺 Black Family Wellness Expo @ Arbor Place (Douglasville) | Saturday (3/21) at 11:30 AM – Douglasville’s Arbor Place Mall is trading retail therapy for real care at the Black Family Wellness Expo, a boost from the West Georgia Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. Expect health resources, movement, and conversations that matter, then reward yourself with a soft pretzel, no judgment.

🍻 Woo With a Brew @ High Vibing Health (Villa Rica) | Saturday (3/21) at 12:00 PM – Whether you’re woo-curious or already on a first-name basis with your intuition, this monthly coffee-and-contemplation hangout slows the pace for intention setting, real talk, and a small energetic tune-up. Bring a mug, an open mind, and leave feeling grounded, connected, maybe even optimistic. Free.

🍞 Mobile Food Pantry & Coat Closet @ Midway United Methodist Church (Douglasville) | Saturday (3/28) at 11:30 AM – Take a breather and swing by the church’s Mobile Food Pantry and Coat Closet, no forms, no fuss, just neighbors helping neighbors. Pick up groceries, find a warm layer for our five-seasons-in-a-day weather, then stick around for real conversation, smiles, and everyone’s welcome.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Douglas County report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 78°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 41%

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 49°F – Precip: 4%

Partly sunny, with a high near 81. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers between 8pm and 2am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

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If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too – here’s the comparison tool I used.

This house is wild

On a cul-de-sac minutes from downtown Douglasville and I-20, this estate blends scale with detail. Gleaming hardwoods and millwork frame a chef’s kitchen with stained cabinetry, stone counters, an island, and double ovens. The main-level owner’s suite adds a sitting room and fireplace. A terrace level ready for an in-law suite, covered patio, and pool complete the resort vibe.

Take a peek inside →