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The South Georgia State College Hawks opened the 2023 regular season Saturday afternoon with a 107-64 win over the Reinhardt University (JV) Eagles. Five players scored in double figures for SGSC, led by Kyric Davis (16 points, nine rebounds, and five assists). Joseph Bell had 14 points and 10 rebounds, followed by Devon Rainey (13 points), Lay Davis (11 points), and J’Vonni Roblejo (10 points). The Hawks shot 54.2 percent from the field, missed only three free throws (84.2 percent), and grabbed a total of 58 rebounds. SGSC’s defense held the Eagles to 32.1 percent…

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is among Technical Colleges and University System of Georgia colleges and universities participating in the GEORGIA MATCH direct college admissions initiative. Governor Brian Kemp announced this largest state-run direct admissions initiative in the nation at the Governor’s Workforce Summit last month. Recently over 120,0000 high school seniors in Georgia received a personal letter from Governor Kemp listing the public technical colleges, and universities that are holding a spot for them in the Fall 2024 semester. The letter is based on academic eligibility and is a call to action to begin the next step in applying…

The Valdosta Police Department is reminding citizens to remove valuables from their vehicles and to lock their doors when they exit their cars. It is a quick and easy task that citizens should make a part of their nightly routine. This routine can assist in preventing crime from occurring. Throughout the month of October, the Valdosta Police Department responded to approximately 59 calls for service in reference to thefts from vehicles. These incidents occurred in areas all over the city limits. Out of the 59 incidents, there was only one case where forced entry was observed. During the…

The Alapaha Station Celebration got off the ground as a festival marking the 100th anniversary of Alapaha in 1981. The celebration has transitioned into an annual event held during the second weekend of November extolling community spirit. On Veterans Day, November 11, expect a parade at 10:30 a.m. followed by free concerts, arts and crafts, antique cars and tractors, kids’ rides and games, delicious food, and more genuine fun in a safe family environment. Tifton Chief of Police Stevie Hyman was raised in Alapaha and will lead the parade as grand marshal. Booths are still available…

Coffee Regional Medical Center earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient care. Leapfrog assigns grades to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 national performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries, and infections, as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm. “We are pleased to again earn an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group. Our caregivers and staff work tirelessly to ensure patient care and safety are at the forefront of every decision we make,” said Vicki Lewis, President and…

It may not be the time of year to use a swimming pool but it’s certainly the time of year to build one. If you’ve been wanting a pool, now is the time. Watford Pools is offering $3,000 credit with the purchase of a gunite pool. This is a limited time offer and you don’t want to miss out. Call Watford Pools now at 229-896-POOL.

A 15-year-old juvenile injured a Valdosta police officer and then showed extreme disrespect by eating candy as EMS treated the officer for a serious injury, according to a press release from the Valdosta Police Department. On October 31, 2023, at approximately 10:30 a.m.., a Valdosta police officer located a 15-year-old male juvenile who was reported as a runaway earlier in the morning. The officer transported the juvenile back to his residence in the 700 block of East Jane Street to return him to his mother. While at the residence the juvenile became disrespectful to his mother, using profanity…

On a picturesque fall morning, November 2, 2023, the Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce hosted a momentous ribbon-cutting celebration to mark the grand opening of BE Safe Climate Storage. The brand new facility, located at 526 Bowens Mill Rd SW in Douglas, is locally owned and operated by proud Douglas natives Will Brawner and Ben Evans. The ribbon cutting ceremony was an event filled with excitement and community spirit. The crowd was welcomed by Chamber of Commerce Member Relations Director, Chelsea Preston, who introduced BE Safe Climate Storage to the local community. Pastor of GracePointe Church and Chamber…

On November 1, agents with the Ben Hill County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Unit and investigators with the Fitzgerald Police Department served search warrants on the west side of Ben Hill County. Agents arrested several individuals during the execution of these warrants. Agents recovered several loaded firearms including shotguns and rifles along with recovering a trafficking amount of suspected crystal methamphetamine, several ounces of a green leafy substance suspected to be marijuana, and sets of electronic digital scales with proof of being used in the distribution process of illegal controlled substances. These individuals’ charges will range from trafficking…

This Saturday, Southview Church of God in Douglas will offere emergency baby supplies to families who have such a need. Held the first Saturday of each month at Southview, the Baby Bank will be open from 10 a.m. to noon. Items offered include diapers, formula, clothing, and other items familes need to take care of babies and toddlers. Southview Church of God is located at 1905 Willacoochee Highway just outsde of Douglas. The Baby Bank is an important ministry of Southview Church of God. The church is committed to helping care for the children and families of Douglas…