COLLEGE PARK, Ga. - College Park is gearing up for a star-studded community celebration Saturday that will bring together music, family fun, and local pride with rapper Young Thug taking part in a rare public appearance as part of his community service.

Young Thug to speak

What we know:

Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Williams, will be interviewed on stage by FOX 5’s Portia Bruner between 4 and 5 p.m. Organizers said the conversation will focus on encouraging young people to make positive choices and will not include discussion of his ongoing legal matters, trial, or co-defendants. The city will also proclaim October 11 as "Jeffery Williams Day" in recognition of his community impact and roots in College Park.

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