Governor Brian Kemp has announced residents in 25 additional Georgia counties affected by Hurricane Idalia are now eligible to apply for disaster assistance. The disaster declaration now covers Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Berrien, Brantley, Brooks, Bullock, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Clinch, Coffee, Colquitt, Echols, Emanuel, Jeff Davis, Jenkins, Lanier, Pierce, Screven, Tattnall, Thomas, Tift, Ware and Wayne Counties for Public Assistance. Cook, Glynn and Lowndes Counties now include Categories C-G: permanent work, which is already designated for Individual Assistance, and assistance for debris removal and emergency protective measures. Individual Assistance can fund individual and family recovery efforts, which…
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Coffee Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has named paramedic Dell Atkins as its BEE Award winner for the second quarter of the year. Dell is an experienced paramedic with CRMC EMS. Dell received two outstanding nominations this quarter from her teammates. After responding to a severe motor vehicle accident with multiple critical injuries, her professionalism and leadership resulted in this nomination. Her team shared, “She is a prime example of what great leadership is for EMS. After the call, she went to each crew member involved in that scene to personally checked on them. She truly is an inspiration…
Brittany Hughes, a Licensed Practical Nurse at CRMC, has received the DAISY Award for the second quarter of the year. She was recognized on September 6, 2023, in a ceremony held at CRMC. Brittany was nominated by two different patients. One of her nominations stated, “I could not have gotten a better nurse to help care for me and my needs. She was so respectful and eager to do what she could to help me feel better and answer any questions that I had. It’s so good to have a nurse come in with a smile on her face and…
The Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce was delighted to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony in honor of the grand opening of Kara Adams Designs, a full-service floral design business located right here in Douglas, Georgia. Born and raised in Coffee County, Kara Adams discovered her passion for floral design several years ago, primarily focusing on crafting exquisite wedding and event arrangements. Today, she takes a significant step in her entrepreneurial journey by launching her business full-time, offering an extensive array of services, from everyday floral orders and deliveries to creating heartfelt sympathy arrangements and elevating every special occasion in…
Visit beautiful downtown Douglas, Georgia for the 4th Annual Gopher Tortoise Festival. Enjoy a full day of live music, arts and crafts, fun activities, delicious food and so much more. The festival is located outdoors, behind the Central Square Gym Complex at 216 S. Madison Ave. in Douglas, Georgia. It will be held on Saturday, October 7 from 9am – 5pm and admission is free. Stick around for the Mark Chesnutt concert Saturday evening at The Martin Centre Theater. The Gopher Tortoise Festival is a handmade, homemade arts and crafts festival featuring some amazing artists selling everything from candles to…
Charles “Buddy” Sylvester Wrye, 80, was born on May 6, 1943. He was born in Millen, Georgia and preceded in death by his parents, Clement and Maurice Wrye as well as his sister, Clementine Saccareccia. On Sunday, September 3rd, 2023, he peacefully took the hand of God and went home to Heaven. Buddy is survived by his wife of 50 years, Barbara, his four children; Charles Wrye (Sandra), Tonya Kirkland (Bruce), Richard Wrye (Erin) and Michelle Appleberg (Brett); his grandchildren, Eric (Katie), Christopher (Megan), Cody, Morgan, and Colin and six great-grandchildren, Emery, Dorian, Kieran, Ronan, Beckett, and Remy. …
Tommie Jean Patton, age 78, of Coffee County Georgia, passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at her residence. Ms. Patton was born on January 4, 1946 to Mr. Oscar Patton Sr., and Mrs. Iva Hinson Patton. Ms. Patton was known for her wonderful pound cakes, and her beautiful home. She spent her time taking care of her yard for her family and friends to enjoy. Ms. Patton loved her family, friends and her sweet poodle (Cracker). Above all, she loved God. We know that she is happy in the Lords loving embrace. Survivors include: Two…
Robby Mylron Hutto, age 71, of Ambrose, GA passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at Hospice of the Golden Isles. He was born on May 19, 1952, in Albany, Georgia to Mr. Vernon Hutto and Mrs. Elizabeth Branch Hutto. Survivors include; His beloved Wife; Ella Jane Jowers Hutto of Ambrose, GA, One Daughter; Angela (Scott) Heys of Brunswick, Georgia, Two Sons; Robby Marlon Hutto of Ambrose, GA, and Rocky Lee (Susan) Hutto of Lafayette, Indiana, Two Sisters; Cathy Ross of Tifton, Georgia and Tilda (Ronnie) Butts of Mystic, GA, One Brother; Tom Hutto of Hazlehurst, GA,…
Mr. Robert Lee Johnson, age 86, of Nicholls, GA passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Johnson was born on December 17, 1936, in Coffee County to Mr. Buster Johnson and Mrs. Vermell Cato Johnson. Mr. Johnson was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and spending time with the grandchildren. He was an inspirational teacher to all who came after him, and will leave a lasting impact on so many lives. Survivors include: Beloved Wife of 68 years; Mrs. Maxine Walsh…
Pauline B. Horten, age 94, of Ray City, GA passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023 at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, GA following an extended illness. Ms. Horten was born on April 6, 1929 to the late Sylvester and Lillie Metts Benefield. Survivors include: One Son; Wayne Horten (Jemima) of Douglas, GA, Two Daughters; Shelia Hilliard of Waycross, GA, Phyllis Cady of Marietta, GA, Five Grandchildren, 12 Great Grandchildren, and 4 Great Great Grandchildren. Ms. Horten was preceded in death by: Husband; Talmadge Horten, Two Brothers, and One Sister. The family will receive friends on…