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Brown Bag Concert Series

April 03, 2025

Come enjoy a great, free concert at the GreyStone Power Amphitheater on the Douglasville Town Green. Don't forget your lunch!

2025 Snack Attack

April 04, 2025

Shows kids how to snack healthy!

Therapeutic Recreation Glowing Garden Spring Dance

April 04, 2025

The Spring Formal is a celebratory event designed for individuals in the special needs community, offering a fun and inclusive evening with music, dancing, and refreshments.
It's a night to enjoy, connect, and create lasting memories in a welcoming and supportive environment.
All are welcome to attend.

2025 Green Guardians

April 05, 2025

Come build a love for nature and a sense of community responsibility.

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2025 State of the City Address

Published on March 31, 2025

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended the 2025 State of the City Address as we celebrated 150 years of Douglasville’s rich history. The evening was a remarkable reflection of our past, our present, and the bright future ahead. Guided by the rhythm of the Mighty Marching Jaguars, we were inspired by Mayor Rochelle Robinson’s powerful speech.

2024 Annual Report

Published on March 10, 2025

Have a look at the Douglasville Parks & Recreation Department's 2024 Annual Report!

Douglasville Police Department Releases 2024 End of the Year Report

Published on February 18, 2025

To continuously better ourselves and maintain the highest level of professionalism, we monitor several aspects of our operations at the police department. We then review this data to ensure that we are providing fair, transparent, community-based police service to all of our citizens. This data is compiled in an “End of the Year Report” which I review with my command staff so that we have renewed

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