Judith Ann Paulk, age 79, of Douglas, Georgia passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at her residence . She was born on February 12, 1947 in Douglas, GA to the late Grady Vickers and the late Bertha Vickers. Her survivors include her beloved husband, Rev. George Carroll Paulk of Douglas, GA; two daughters, Debra (Delbert) Davis and Lori (Andy) Lott; son in law, Victor Paulk; seven grandchildren: Ashley (Dale) Spivey, Kayla (Vince) Oconner, Andrew (Emily Miller) Lott, Karli Cato, Martin Cato Jr, Hunter Lott, and Vic (Shaela) Paulk; nine great grandchildren: Lexi Stone, Collyns Spivey, Dallas Spivey, Ally Spivey,…
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The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (USG) today named Dr. Gregory M. Tanner president of South Georgia State College (SGSC), effective immediately. Tanner currently serves as SGSC’s interim president, a position he has held since Feb. 1, 2023. “Greg Tanner hasn’t missed a beat over the past three years, providing the kind of steady, student-focused leadership South Georgia State College needs,” USG Chancellor Sonny Perdue said. “He’s kept the focus where it belongs and believes in the college’s mission. Greg’s worked hard to earn the trust of the students and families SGSC serves, and we’re excited…
The GBI has arrested and charged Breanalee Nichole Lollie, age 24, of Douglas, with party to the crime of murder; Raymond Ressler, age 18, of Douglas, with aggravated assault; and a 16-year-old from Douglas, with murder and aggravated assault, in connection with the death of Dustin Ryan Bowen, age 34, of Douglas. The Coffee County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI to investigate. On Sunday, June 7, 2026, the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported shooting at a home on Broxton West Green Highway in Coffee County. Deputies arrived at the home and found Bowen with multiple gunshot wounds.…
Walter Barron Jardine passed away on June 6, 2026, at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, Georgia, at the age of 78. Born on November 16, 1947, Walter lived his entire life in Douglas, Georgia. He spent his summers at camp, in Fernandina Beach, and traveling with his parents, Dr. Dan Arthur Jardine and Charlotte Williams Jardine, who instilled in him a lifelong love of travel and a deep curiosity about the world beyond his beloved hometown. Walter graduated from The Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and later earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Education from the University of…
James Hunter “Day Day” Taylor, age 20, of Nashville, GA, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 5, 2026. He was born on December 23, 2005, the son of Mr. James Stacy Taylor and Jeri W. Barrs. His survivors include his father, James Stacy (Brooke) Taylor of Nashville, GA; mother, Jeri W. Barrs; two brothers, Jay Rowe of Douglas, GA and Shawn Taylor of Douglas, GA; two sisters, Shanlee (Dakota) Taylor of Douglas, GA and Zanoviah Trotter of Barrian, CO; grandparents, Whalen and Sharon Taft of West Green, GA; grandmother, Jean Graham of Douglas, GA; one nephew, Kane Corbitt; two nieces,…
The Georgia Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program will host a series of farmers markets across the Southeast Health District in the coming weeks, providing eligible WIC participants with access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables at no cost. Through the Georgia WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP), eligible participants can receive benefits valued at $30* to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from participating local farmers while supplies last. Benefits are issued once per year on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants are invited to visit the WIC Farmers Market at the Coffee County Health Department on Wednesday, June 10,…
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has once again earned national recognition for marketing excellence in the 2026 Collegiate Advertising Awards (CAA) program. The prestigious competition honors outstanding achievement in marketing, advertising, and communications among colleges, universities, and educational organizations across the United States and Canada. The 2026 CAA received entries from institutions of all sizes—ranging from small community colleges to large universities. Submissions were evaluated by a national panel of industry experts based on a 100-point scoring system, with entries competing against similarly sized institutions in designated categories. Wiregrass Georgia Tech’s Marketing and Public Relations team earned multiple national honors in…
Douglas Rotary Club met at Douglas First Methodist Church on June 4, 2026 to celebrate Wiregrass Technical College Student of the Month Jermaine Riley as an early childhood program student of distinction and to hear from new Salvation Army Service Center Director Jessie Copcutt. Mr. Riley was introduced by his instructor, Songelyn Smith, and joined at the meeting by Adult Education Dean Kelly Peacock. He had previously been honored by Douglas Rotary in 2025 as a top adult learner. He shared an amazing journey with members and guests and is most deserving of two recognitions. He received a framed certificate…
On June 3, 2026, officers with the Douglas Police Department responded to shots fired in the area of Unity Park. Upon arrival, officers conducted an area search and began gathering information related to the incident. During the investigation, officers learned that an individual had arrived at the hospital with gunshot related injuries. Witnesses in the area reported hearing multiple gunshots and observing several individuals fleeing the scene. The DPD’s Criminal Investigations Unit continues to follow up on leads. Officers are asking for the public’s assistance. Even the smallest piece of information could be valuable to investigators and help move this…
South Georgia State College celebrated its graduates during annual commencement ceremonies May 14, 2026, on the Douglas Campus and May 15, 2026, on the Waycross Campus. Family members and friends gathered to cheer on a portion of the 350 graduates from summer and fall 2025 and spring 2026. SGSC President Dr. Greg Tanner opened the ceremonies with congratulations to the Class of 2026 and recognized the hard work, long nights, perseverance, and faith that brought graduates to commencement day. He noted that this year is especially meaningful. For 120 years, South Georgia State College has been a place of opportunity…