The Douglas County Flash

11/06/2025

Travelers BEWARE! 👀
Click below for a travel update
by wsbtv.com/news/local/atlanta/atlanta

It’s no secret that Hartsfield-Jackson is the world’s busiest airport. The reductions are expected to start as early as Thursday.

11/05/2025

Results from Douglas County Board of Elections for 2025 City Council seats.

11/04/2025

The Municipal General Election for the City of Douglasville on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. This election is for City Councilmembers in Ward 1, Ward 2 Post 1, Ward 3 Post 1, and Ward 3 Post 2.

A Special Election for the Public Service Commission (Districts 2 and 3) is also set for November 4, 2025.
Need voter info? Visit:
https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/

10/02/2025

Check out Douglas County's most recent results for Cobb & Douglas Public Health inspection scores! Click on the link below!

Tyler Technologies - State of Georgia

10/02/2025

Douglasville Grocery Employee Indicted for Surveillance Charges

Recently WSB-TV Channel 2 News reported that a Food Depot employee, Trevion Brown, has been indicted by a Douglas County grand jury for unlawfully spying on a woman in the store’s restroom on February 11, 2024. The Food Depot is located at 3697 Highway 5 in Douglasville.

According to the arrest warrant, Brown entered the women’s restroom and looked over a stall while the woman was inside. He faces felony charges of unlawful eavesdropping, surveillance, and Peeping Tom charges.


Click the link to find out more:

The warrant says he looked over the stall while it was in use.

09/16/2025

A new chapter for fast-casual dining arrives in Douglasville on Thursday, September 18, 2025, as Chick-fil-A formally opens its doors at 9320 The Landing Drive.

The highly anticipated opening event begins at 6 a.m., welcoming residents and guests to experience the restaurant’s signature hospitality led by Owner-Operator Jordan Phillips, a Douglasville native and seasoned leader within Chick-fil-A.

Guests dressed in cow-themed apparel or accessories will receive one complimentary entrée or kid’s meal through the drive-thru or walk-up window, with selections including breakfast or lunch favorites—while supplies last.

The location, represents the brand’s latest approach to drive-thru service and community engagement, while also creating approximately 100 new jobs for Douglasville residents.(chick-fil-A Press Room, 2025).

09/14/2025

DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. — Douglasville celebrated its 150th birthday this weekend with a downtown festival that brought families, friends, and longtime residents together for an afternoon of music, food, and community pride. The celebration, held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, centered at the Greystone Amphitheater, where crowds gathered under sunny skies to mark the city’s historic milestone.

08/24/2025

The new Chick-fil-a could be open
as early as September according to their website. The sign displayed on Douglas Blvd. encourages people who are interested in employment to apply! Visit the website below for more details!

https://www.chick-fil-a.com/locations/ga/chapel-hill-road?utm_source=yext&utm_medium=link

08/17/2025

Douglas County,Ga
On August 13th the Douglas County Sheriff's Department issued a press release about a Douglas County Correctional Officer. The release announced that Christian Nicholas Joe was arrested for Sexual Assault.

The officer employed just 37 days, was arrested after investigators found he had a sexual relationship with a female inmate. He faces charges of Sexual Assault by a Correctional Officer, Aggravated So**my, and Violation of Oath of Office, and was denied bond at his August 15 hearing.

08/07/2025

🔎 Stay Informed, Stay Safe 🚓
Want to know what’s happening in your neighborhood?

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office publishes a Daily Arrest Report to keep the public informed about local arrests, charges, and law enforcement activity.

📅 Updated every day
👀 Transparent and accessible
🏘️ Helps you stay aware of what's going on in our community

Your safety starts with awareness. Share with your neighbors and help keep Douglas County informed! 💬🔐

https://sheriff.douglas.ga.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Daily_Arrests_2025_08_06.pdf