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The Keep Douglas Beautiful Committee held its first Trash Dash Plogging Event on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Over 60 volunteers walked the Greenway Trail to help pick up litter and collect debris along the trail. Two groups walked the trail from Chester Avenue to Douglas Square and collected over 50 bags of trash and two shopping carts. “We were so excited to see how many came and supported our event,” says Keep Douglas Beautiful Board Executive Director, Christian Mikell. “We had a fantastic turnout and enjoyed the beautiful morning plogging along the trail.” According to Keep…

A Richmond County man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to persuading a child to produce sexually explicit images. Tibius Edwards, 26, of Augusta, was sentenced to 180 months in prison after pleading guilty to Production of Child Pornography, said Jill E. Steinberg, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia. U.S. District Court Chief Judge J. Randal Hall also ordered Edwards to register as a sex offender and to serve 20 years of supervised release upon completion of his prison term. There is no parole in the federal system. …

Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that all of Georgia’s Regional Commissions reported marginal changes in October unemployment rates. “Georgia’s unemployment rate remains below the national average, but businesses face growing pressure, including finding and retaining top-tier talent,” said Commissioner Bruce Thompson. “As we attract diverse companies across the state, we must remain focused on developing the skills needed to meet critical workforce demands without reallocating talent between industries. By prioritizing our labor force, we can further strengthen Georgia as a place where both businesses and individuals can thrive together.” The labor force rose in the…

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Collaboration between South Georgia State College (SGSC), Wiregrass Technical College (WGTC), and Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC) was strengthened recently with the signing of new articulation agreements that provide additional educational opportunities for students. The agreements signify a commitment among the three institutions to expand upon the transfer of core curriculum courses between the Technical College System of Georgia and the University System of Georgia. A WGTC or CPTC student who completes coursework towards a diploma or associate degree, is in good standing at the respective institution, and meets the appropriate SGSC admissions requirements will be ensured that…

Collins Cardiology is uniquely equipped to provide the best cardiac care in South Georgia. With board certified cardiologists serving clinics in five different South Georgia communities, Collins can provide the services you need to ensure your heart is healthy and functioning properly. Collins can provide echocardiography, Doppler ultrasound, catheterizations, stress testing, chest pain treatment, sleep studies and much, much more. Visit one of Collins Cardiology’s locations in one of the following South Georgia communities: Douglas, Valdosta, Homerville, Hazlehurst, and Fitzgerald.

A Burke County man has been sentenced to federal prison after investigators discovered a massive cache of images of sexually exploited children on devices in his possession. Jason Bonds Connelly, 61, of Waynesboro, Ga., was sentenced to 110 months in prison after pleading guilty to Possession of Child Pornography, said Jill E. Steinberg, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia. U.S. District Court Chief Judge J. Randal Hall also ordered Connelly to pay a fine and assessment of $2,000, and to register as a sex offender and serve 15 years of supervised release upon completion of his…

Blondale Thomas, Douglas Lions Club Treasurer, presents Douglas Police Chief Brannen Pruette and Sgt. Chad Williams with the annual donation from the Douglas Lions Club for the Community Toy Drive. Donations to the Community Toy Drive will allow 30 additional children to receive toys this year from Shop with a Cop. Special thanks to everyone who contributed to the annual Big Buck Contest which allows the Douglas Lions Club opportunities to give back to the community.

South Georgia State College won both games of the 10th annual Applebee’s Okefenokee College Classic this past weekend on SGSC’s Waycross Campus. In addition, Kyric Davis was named the Georgia Collegiate Athletic Association’s Division I Men’s Basketball Player of the Week. The Hawks (3-2) took advantage of strong shooting Friday to defeat the Wake Technical Community College Eagles 80-63. Davis led SGSC with 22 points, eight rebounds, two assists and two steals. Jamon Mangusho had 17 points, followed by Yannis Woods with 15 points, 10 rebounds, and three blocked shots. SGSC shot 52.8 percent from the…

If you need health insurance, there is no better time to find a policy than right now. Brandon McMillan has plans available from Ambetter, Blue Cross (Anthem), and Alliant. In addition to health insurance, he offers individual life insurance (term, whole, and final expense) as well as employer sponsored benefits that include health, dental, vision, life, disability, cancer, and accident policies. Open enrollment is going on from now until December 15, 2023. Brandon serves families and individuals in Georgia and Florida. Brandon is a Coffee County native who has been an insurance agent since 2015 (National…