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Mary Charmaine Polk, age 73, 345 Strawberry Road, Douglas, GA, died, Thursday, October 5, 2023, at Hospice House, Waycross, GA. She was born October 10, 1949 to the late Charles Joe Polk, Sr. and Frances Belle Pritchett Polk. She is the wife of William “Billy” Snider. She is survived by her husband William “Billy” Snider, of Douglas, GA; two brothers, Charles Joe Polk, Jr., Douglas, Georgia and James M. (Lynn) Polk, Douglas, GA. She is preceded in death by one sister April Lucetta Polk (infant), Valdosta, Ga. The family requests any memorial contributions be made to the…

Ms. Patricia I. “Patti” Nugent, age 83 of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida passed away October 4, 2023, at Trustbridge Hospice in Palm Beach Gardens. Ms. Nugent was born October 15, 1939 in Alma, Georgia to the late Willie S. Nugent and the late Gladys Bennett Nugent. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers: Chris Nugent and Tony Nugent. Following her graduation from Coffee County High School in 1957, Ms. Nugent graduated from St. Joseph’s Infirmary School of Nursing in Atlanta, Georgia. She obtained the degrees of Bachelor of Science in Health Occupations Education…

Trula J. Steptoe, age 82, of Douglas, GA passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs. Steptoe was born on January 30, 1941, in Key West, FL to the late Ottis Oscar Norris and Ruby Knowles Norris. Survivors include: Husband; Travis Steptoe of Douglas, GA, Two Daughters; Donna (Russell) Hunter of Marietta, GA, Rhonda McIntire of Douglas, GA, Six Grandchildren; Linda (James) Revis, Anna Chutino, Vincent Chutino, Jules McIntire, Lewis (Shannon) Rivers, Santana (Joseph) Williams, Seven Great Grandchildren, and a Special Niece; Dawn Norris. Mrs. Steptoe was preceded in death by:…

Mike J. Dickerson, age 83, of Douglas, Georgia passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at Lakeside Senior Care. Mr. Dickerson was born on April 29, 1940, in Lansing, MI to the late Michael Dickerson and the late Helen Dickerson. Survivors include Daughter; Dana (Todd) Wade of Douglas, GA, Granddaughter, Ashleigh (Logan) Gillis of Axson, GA, Granddaughter, Alli (Trevor) Bramblett of Fayetteville, GA, Four Great Grandchildren, Slade Gillis, Sawyer Gillis, Gainer Bramblett, Boden Bramblett, Several Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by: Father, Michael Dickerson, Mother, Helen Dickerson, sister, Diane Warden, and wife, Frances…

Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that all of Georgia’s Regional Commissions reported a drop in September unemployment rates. “Georgia reigns as the ultimate destination for business and economic opportunity,” said Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson. “However, with recent workforce reductions at Geico, Yellow Freight, and other companies throughout the state, we need to be cognizant of the financial pressures creating some instability within our existing business community. In today’s ever-shifting global market, we must remain vigilant and lead with innovation.” The labor force rose in all areas, except the Coastal Georgia Regional Commission. …

Marlene Francis King, age 86, of Douglas, GA passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at The Landings in Douglas, GA following an extended illness. Ms. King was born on July 7, 1937, in Homestead, FL, to the late Gordon Clarence King and Mary Francis Wilkes King. Survivors include: One Daughter; Dianne Bush (Eston) Waldron of Douglas, GA, One Son; Clarence G. Bush (Clint) Campbell of Kennesaw, GA, Three Grandchildren; Leslie Snowberger of Augusta, GA, Rebecca W. (Shannon) Sumner of Douglas, GA, Kate W. (Al)Silver of Douglas, GA, Six Great Grandchildren; Cameron Ricketson, Caitlyn Ricketson, Emma Jade Sumner,…

Agnes Patricia “Aggie Pat” Belger Dockery, age 75, of Douglas, GA passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at Atrium Health in Macon, GA following a brief illness. Mrs. Dockery was born on September 22, 1948 to the late Murray Elmo Belger and Martha Barnes Belger. Survivors include: Husband; Jimmy Dockery of Douglas, GA, One Son; William Belger (Angela) Dockery of Eatonton, GA, One Sister; Nancy Terrell of Jacksonville, FL, along with several Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 1:00PM, in the Family Ministry…

Lora Patsy McMillan, age 80, of Douglas, GA passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs. McMillan was born on March 28, 1943 in Glennwood, GA to the late David Robert Samson Woodard and Sallie Jane Barlow Woodard. Survivors include: Two Sons; Robert McMillan of Douglas, GA, Ricky (Lois) McMillan of Douglas, GA, Three Brothers; J.D. Woodard of Nicholls, GA, William (Shelby) Woodard of Adel, GA, Donald Barlow, Nine Grandchildren; Wayne (Jessica) McMillan, Cory Bender, Matt (Kandice) Bender, Kayla (Matt)Gaddy, Brandon (Leslie) McMillan, Mason (Kaydee) McMillan, Leann McMillan, Rachel McMillan, Philip…

Beginning in November, most all of Coffee County starts making holiday plans. From concerts to sales to parades, Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year. Christian Wise came up with this year’s parade theme of “Christmas in a Small Town” and we can certainly show everyone around how great it is to live in this small town. Here are a few of the great things going on and stay tuned to the Facebook events page Christmas in Coffee for even more. Downtown Holiday Open House – Sunday, November 19, 1-5pm in Downtown Douglas: The Downtown Holiday Open House…

Mayor Tony Paulk has proclaimed Sunday, November 5, 2023 as Retired Educator’s Day in Douglas and Coffee County. The State of Georgia is home to more than 142,000 retired educators and they make invaluable contributions to the welfare of communities throughout Georgia. Citizens are encouraged to express appreciation for the contributions educators have made and continue to make for the betterment of human lives and society.