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The City of Douglas would like to encourage citizens to practice safety with fireworks and would like to make the public aware of the city ordinance regarding fireworks. Fireworks can be used during the hours of 10 am and 9:00 pm. On July 3 and 4, fireworks can be used for an extended time from 9:00 p.m.-11:59 p.m. It is illegal to use any fireworks indoors. It is unlawful to ignite fireworks within or on a roadway, city/county property, or within 100 yards of a hospital or nursing home. Persons must be at least 18 years of age to purchase,…

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) students received their nursing pins during a recent ceremony. The nurse’s pin is part of the nurse’s uniform and is symbolic of a badge of office, achievement, and a great honor to receive. The ASN graduates will participate in the commencement ceremony to be held at the UGA Conference Center in Tifton in July. Students receiving their pins included Jordyn Ellison of Valdosta, Belinda Thomas of Valdosta, Bethany Phillips of Valdosta, Amber Franzluebbers of Lake Butler, Florida; Keri Tompkins of Valdosta, Hannah Parker of Valdosta, Braxton Hill of…

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) students received their nursing pins during a recent ceremony. The nurse’s pin is part of the nurse’s uniform and is symbolic of a badge of office, achievement, and a great honor to receive. The ASN graduates will participate in the commencement ceremony to be held at the UGA Conference Center in Tifton in July. Students receiving their pins included Jordyn Ellison of Valdosta, Belinda Thomas of Valdosta, Bethany Phillips of Valdosta, Amber Franzluebbers of Lake Butler, Florida; Keri Tompkins of Valdosta, Hannah Parker of Valdosta, Braxton Hill of…

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) students received their nursing pins during a recent ceremony. The nurse’s pin is part of the nurse’s uniform and is symbolic of a badge of office, achievement, and a great honor to receive. The ASN graduates will participate in the commencement ceremony to be held at the UGA Conference Center in Tifton in July. Students receiving their pins included Jordyn Ellison of Valdosta, Belinda Thomas of Valdosta, Bethany Phillips of Valdosta, Amber Franzluebbers of Lake Butler, Florida; Keri Tompkins of Valdosta, Hannah Parker of Valdosta, Braxton Hill of…

Leeia Fields (Class of 2025) of Douglas was recently selected as part of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Rural Pediatric Scholarship Program at Mercer University School of Medicine (MUSM) for the 2023 academic year. MUSM selected current medical students for the scholarship based on their commitment to become pediatricians, strong ties to rural Georgia, character, leadership qualities, community involvement, and their commitment to serving in rural Georgia after their scholarship obligations are met. Rural Pediatrics Scholars will receive full tuition for up to four academic years and must maintain good academic standing. The Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Rural…

Leeia Fields (Class of 2025) of Douglas was recently selected as part of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Rural Pediatric Scholarship Program at Mercer University School of Medicine (MUSM) for the 2023 academic year. MUSM selected current medical students for the scholarship based on their commitment to become pediatricians, strong ties to rural Georgia, character, leadership qualities, community involvement, and their commitment to serving in rural Georgia after their scholarship obligations are met. Rural Pediatrics Scholars will receive full tuition for up to four academic years and must maintain good academic standing. The Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Rural…

The Douglas-Coffee County Board of Realtors has received two Placemaking grants from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) totaling $10,500 to help transform unused space in the Downtown Pocket Park. The grant was designed by NAR to ensure local realtor associations are partnering with other neighboring organizations to plan, organize, implement, and maintain lighter, quicker, cheaper placemaking projects in their communities. The grant funds will be used towards assisting with the second phase of the Downtown Pocket Park. Partnering with the City of Douglas on this project, a portable professional stage, complete with a ramp and wheelchair, and…

The Douglas-Coffee County Board of Realtors has received two Placemaking grants from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) totaling $10,500 to help transform unused space in the Downtown Pocket Park. The grant was designed by NAR to ensure local realtor associations are partnering with other neighboring organizations to plan, organize, implement, and maintain lighter, quicker, cheaper placemaking projects in their communities. The grant funds will be used towards assisting with the second phase of the Downtown Pocket Park. Partnering with the City of Douglas on this project, a portable professional stage, complete with a ramp and wheelchair, and…

The Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting on Friday, June 9, 2023 in honor of the grand opening of Revive Hydration & Functional Health. Revive Hydration & Functional Health offers a new approach to healthcare, and they are elated to be able to provide these innovative services to our community and surrounding areas. They are located at 1150 Ward Street Extension in Suite B1, right next to Moorman, Lindsey, & Crawford Dental. In honor of the grand opening, fellow Chamber member Chick-Fil-A set up their food trailer, and the Revive staff provided the attendees with…

The Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting on Friday, June 9, 2023 in honor of the grand opening of Revive Hydration & Functional Health. Revive Hydration & Functional Health offers a new approach to healthcare, and they are elated to be able to provide these innovative services to our community and surrounding areas. They are located at 1150 Ward Street Extension in Suite B1, right next to Moorman, Lindsey, & Crawford Dental. In honor of the grand opening, fellow Chamber member Chick-Fil-A set up their food trailer, and the Revive staff provided the attendees with…