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Broxton author Mark Elliott Miller has published a new book, Doc Miller’s Prison Prognosis: An Insider’s Examination of Correctional Healthcare. Miller, a health services administrator and university educator, takes the reader inside prison and jail clinics across America to see healthcare behind bars. He shares touching and tragic stories to inspire every reader to look differently at healthcare in our country. In his thoughtful exploration of U.S. healthcare in correctional facilities and the free world, Miller reflects, “While politicians and pundits never tire of debating universal healthcare, the reality today is the only people in America guaranteed to get…

Broxton author Mark Elliott Miller has published a new book, Doc Miller’s Prison Prognosis: An Insider’s Examination of Correctional Healthcare. Miller, a health services administrator and university educator, takes the reader inside prison and jail clinics across America to see healthcare behind bars. He shares touching and tragic stories to inspire every reader to look differently at healthcare in our country. In his thoughtful exploration of U.S. healthcare in correctional facilities and the free world, Miller reflects, “While politicians and pundits never tire of debating universal healthcare, the reality today is the only people in America guaranteed to get…

Zae Wiggins’s three-point shot at the overtime buzzer bounced off the corner of the rim and backboard Wednesday night, giving the Georgia Highlands Chargers an 85-83 win and snapping SGSC’s 10-game winning streak. Carlos Hart led the Hawks (15-4, 4-1 GCAA) with 23 points and eight rebounds. Justin Edmondson had 22 points, while Keith Lamar finished with 13 points and 14 rebounds. Wiggins rounded out the top scorers for SGSC with 11 points. It was another slow start for the Hawks, as SGSC was held scoreless for the first 5:30 of the game. The…

Zae Wiggins’s three-point shot at the overtime buzzer bounced off the corner of the rim and backboard Wednesday night, giving the Georgia Highlands Chargers an 85-83 win and snapping SGSC’s 10-game winning streak. Carlos Hart led the Hawks (15-4, 4-1 GCAA) with 23 points and eight rebounds. Justin Edmondson had 22 points, while Keith Lamar finished with 13 points and 14 rebounds. Wiggins rounded out the top scorers for SGSC with 11 points. It was another slow start for the Hawks, as SGSC was held scoreless for the first 5:30 of the game. The…

The Community Foundation of Central Georgia is currently accepting applications for its annual scholarship programs. Students across central Georgia can apply for scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year through March 15 at noon. The Community Foundation’s scholarship program consists of more than 40 scholarship funds established by donors interested in helping students across the region pursue their educational dreams. Students may apply for specific scholarships and be matched to ones for which they are eligible by completing the common application available through the Foundation’s website. Information about scholarship opportunities is available at www.cfcga.org/for-students. “Each year scholarships…

The Community Foundation of Central Georgia is currently accepting applications for its annual scholarship programs. Students across central Georgia can apply for scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year through March 15 at noon. The Community Foundation’s scholarship program consists of more than 40 scholarship funds established by donors interested in helping students across the region pursue their educational dreams. Students may apply for specific scholarships and be matched to ones for which they are eligible by completing the common application available through the Foundation’s website. Information about scholarship opportunities is available at www.cfcga.org/for-students. “Each year scholarships…

University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue today named Dr. Gregory M. Tanner interim president of South Georgia State College (SGSC), effective Feb. 1, 2023. Tanner currently serves as SGSC’s vice president for advancement, government relations and athletics, and first came to what was then South Georgia College in 2012 as dean of students. The college consolidated with Waycross College in 2013 to form the institution it is today. “Greg knows and loves the SGSC community, has been one of the college’s biggest advocates and has good experience working on the academic side to promote student success in…

University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue today named Dr. Gregory M. Tanner interim president of South Georgia State College (SGSC), effective Feb. 1, 2023. Tanner currently serves as SGSC’s vice president for advancement, government relations and athletics, and first came to what was then South Georgia College in 2012 as dean of students. The college consolidated with Waycross College in 2013 to form the institution it is today. “Greg knows and loves the SGSC community, has been one of the college’s biggest advocates and has good experience working on the academic side to promote student success in…

Douglas Fire Department honored early firefighters with a push-in ceremony on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. While Push-In Ceremonies have been held at fire stations for generations, this is the first that Douglas Fire Department has held to welcome a new fire truck to Fire Station No. 2. “We are here today to honor early firefighters,” said Douglas Fire Chief Casey Wright. “We are excited to hold this Push-In Ceremony to share a part of fire service history with you.” Fire Department Push-In Ceremonies date back to the early years of firefighting when horse-drawn steamer engines were…

Douglas Fire Department honored early firefighters with a push-in ceremony on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. While Push-In Ceremonies have been held at fire stations for generations, this is the first that Douglas Fire Department has held to welcome a new fire truck to Fire Station No. 2. “We are here today to honor early firefighters,” said Douglas Fire Chief Casey Wright. “We are excited to hold this Push-In Ceremony to share a part of fire service history with you.” Fire Department Push-In Ceremonies date back to the early years of firefighting when horse-drawn steamer engines were…