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Shirley Jean Cloat, age 86, of Douglas, Georgia passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on July 10, 1939, in Marion County , GA, the daughter of the late Woodrow Hendricks and the late Bertha Hendricks. Her survivors include: one daughter, Kim (David) Arnett of Douglas, GA; two stepsons, Doug (Debbie) Brewer of KY and Kim Brewer of KY; two grandchildren, Abbey Arnett of Charleston, SC and Bethany Arnett of Douglas, GA; one brother, Frank Hendricks of Buena Vista, GA along with several nieces and nephews. She was preceded…

On August 28, 2025, in Brunswick, Georgia, the Honorable Lisa Godbey Wood sentenced the defendant, Ismael Delgado-Celis, 37, a Mexican national illegally living in Hazlehurst, Georgia, to a term of 215 months of imprisonment for Possession and Attempt to Possess with Intent to Distribute 500 grams or more of Methamphetamine. The sentencing followed a jury trial in the Southern District of Georgia, where the Defendant was found guilty of possessing and attempting to possess with the intent to distribute over four pounds of 100% pure methamphetamine. There is no parole in the federal system. During testimony and evidence presented during…

Linda Bolt, age 68, of Ocilla, GA, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22nd, 2025, following a brief illness. She was born on January 25th, 1957, the daughter of Lamar and Hazel Whitehead. Her survivors include: two daughters, Genae (Christopher) Bolt of Ocilla, GA Kendra (Justin) Rowell of Ocilla, GA; three grandchildren, Layla Rowell, Gracie Tullo, and Casen Tullo; two sisters, Gloria (Randy) Crowley of Douglas, GA and Susan (Terry) Barber of Buford, GA; three brothers, Gilbert (Tammy) Hurst of Brunswick, GA, Ronnie (Susan) Johnson of Douglas, GA, and Johnny (Nita) Whitehead of Douglas, GA; along with several nieces and…

A total of 360 South Georgia State College students have earned a spot on the Summer 2025 Academic Recognition Lists, according to an announcement today by Vice President for Academic & Student Affairs, Sara Selby. 18 students earned a spot on the President’s List, 14 on the Dean’s List, and 328 on the Academic Honors List.Students enrolled in 12 or more semester hours of study with a grade point average of 4.0 are placed on the President’s List for the semester. Students with a semester average of 3.5 to 3.9 on 12 or more semester hours of study are placed on the Dean’s List…

Wendell Purvis, age 72, of Douglas, GA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26th, 2025, following an extended illness. He was born on May 6th, 1953, the son of Mr. Bethel Purvis and Mrs. Myrtice Purvis. His survivors include: his beloved wife, Lynn Maddox Purvis of Douglas, GA; two sons, Shayne (Debbie) Purvis of Douglas, GA and Bruce (Amber) Purvis of Douglas, GA; one daughter, LeAnn Purvis Jackson of Birmingham, AL; seven grandchildren, Buddy (Jordan) Watkins, Ashley (Chip) Payne, Mallory Jackson, Bella Purvis, Colt Jackson, Will Purvis and Emmalyn Purvis; two great grandchildren, Axton Payne and Lloyd Payne; two sisters,…

The National Cotton Council (NCC) in collaboration with the Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC), Southern Cotton Growers, and the Southeastern Cotton Ginners Association is conducting a series of information meetings across Georgia and the rest of the cotton belt to provide cotton producers, industry firms, and agri-businesses with crucial information regarding the 2025 Farm Bill provisions passed in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. These meetings are open to all interested parties and are designed to ensure the industry is well-informed about the new law’s impact. “Understanding the intricacies of the new farm program provisions is vital for the continued success…

Terry Lamar Minchew, age 53, of Fitzgerald, Georgia passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, following a brief illness . He was born on June 12, 1972, in Douglas, GA to Herbert Lee Minchew and Linda Schwindle. His survivors include: his beloved wife, Kristi Minchew of Fitzgerald, GA; two sons, John (Christine) Minchew of Douglas, GA and Cody Minchew of Douglas, GA; one daughter, Kymber Minchew of Blackshear, GA; one stepdaughter, Ashley Sutton of Hahira, GA; one stepson, Shane Kirkland; mother, Linda (Jim) Schwindle of Douglas, GA; three sisters, Sandra (Tony) Soloman, Teresa (Scott) Smith, and Angela (John) Given; grandchildren,…

Rebekah Dufore was an amazing woman. She had a light about her all of her life. Her caring nature showed through her love working as a counselor with children at various children’s homes. Her infectious love, laughter, and goofyness will be missed dearly. She is clothed with strength and dignity and she laughs without fear of the future. Proverbs 31:25 Her survivors include two daughters, Sandy Williams and Tammy Williams; one granddaughter, Angela McDugle; grandson, Christian (Mauren) McDugle; three great-grandchildren, Brayden, Owen, and Adyliah; several nieces and nephews, as well as family and friends. She was preceded in death by:…

Ms. Marie Davis Steedley, age 72, of Douglas, Georgia, passed away Friday afternoon, August 22, 2025 at Hazlehurst Court Care and Rehab following a lengthy illness.Ms. Steedley was born May 29, 1953 in Gastonia, North Carolina, to the late George Edward Davis and the late Mary Bynum Davis. She was a homemaker, as well as a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, games on her phone, cooking, and taking an afternoon outing. She found her greatest joy in time spent with her family and grandchildren.Ms. Steedley leaves behind 4 children: Katrina S. Anderson and husband Charles,…

“Rise up on wings like eagles and fly high…… Till we see you again.” Mrs. Suzette Denille Valley, age 62, of Douglas, Georgia, passed away suddenly, Sunday morning, August 24, 2025, at Coffee Regional Medical Center. Suzette was born October 29, 1962 to Earl Vickers and the late Jacquelyn Palmer Vickers in Douglas, Georgia. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She always had a ready smile, loved to laugh and was a soft and gentle lady. She was a retired registered nurse who began her career at Coffee Regional Medical Center. She loved being a nurse and…