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Gregory Michael Sims, age 70, of Douglas Georgia, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022. Mr. Sims was born on December 19, 1952 in Pensacola, FL to Dr. Hughes Melton Sims and Martha Dryden Sims. Survivors include; Mother: Martha Dryden Sims of Douglas, GA, Sister: Brenda Paulk (Doyle) of Ambrose, GA, Brother: Brent Sims of Hazlehurst, GA and several Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by: Father: Dr. Hughes Melton Sims and Brother: Mel Sims. The family will receive friends Thursday, December 29, 2022 from 1:00PM to 2:00PM at Sims Funeral Home. …

Johnny W. Harper, age 58, of Moultrie, Georgia passed away on Friday, December 23, 2022. Mr. Harper was born on November 22, 1964, in Coffee County, GA to Johnny Harper Jr. and Betty Jean Melton Harper. Survivors include: Brother: Bobby Harper and several Nieces and Nephews. The family will receive friends Wednesday, December 28, 2022 from 12:00PM to 1:30PM at Sims Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at 2:00PM at Franklin Holiness Baptist Cemetery with Rev. Gene Chaney officiating. Active Pallbearers will be: Brandon Singleton, Kevin Cromer, Dusty…

Johnny W. Harper, age 58, of Moultrie, Georgia passed away on Friday, December 23, 2022. Mr. Harper was born on November 22, 1964, in Coffee County, GA to Johnny Harper Jr. and Betty Jean Melton Harper. Survivors include: Brother: Bobby Harper and several Nieces and Nephews. The family will receive friends Wednesday, December 28, 2022 from 12:00PM to 1:30PM at Sims Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at 2:00PM at Franklin Holiness Baptist Cemetery with Rev. Gene Chaney officiating. Active Pallbearers will be: Brandon Singleton, Kevin Cromer, Dusty…

In 2018, Coffee Regional Medical Center (CRMC) made the initial commitment and charted a plan to provide top-notch oncology services for Douglas-Coffee County. Each year CRMC has committed additional resources and enhanced services to deliver on this goal.    On Tuesday, December 20, 2022, CRMC announced official unveiling and naming of the Hanna Family Cancer Center.  The center is named in memory of the Hanna family’s beloved grandmother, Mrs. Josephine Hanna, who lived most of her adult life in Douglas. She was a leader in her church and the community during this time. She served as president…

In 2018, Coffee Regional Medical Center (CRMC) made the initial commitment and charted a plan to provide top-notch oncology services for Douglas-Coffee County. Each year CRMC has committed additional resources and enhanced services to deliver on this goal.    On Tuesday, December 20, 2022, CRMC announced official unveiling and naming of the Hanna Family Cancer Center.  The center is named in memory of the Hanna family’s beloved grandmother, Mrs. Josephine Hanna, who lived most of her adult life in Douglas. She was a leader in her church and the community during this time. She served as president…

The Community Toy Drive Committee helped provide Christmas joy to children on Wednesday, December 21, 2022. Christmas toys were distributed to approximately 65 families in Douglas and Coffee County. “Through the efforts of the Community Toy Drive Committee, over 100 children received gifts from Santa this year,” says Mayor Tony Paulk. “We were able to give these toys to families in need because of community support from people and businesses in Douglas and Coffee County.” Special thanks to CSRA Probation Services, Southwire, Douglas Police Department, Douglas Fire Department, City of Douglas, Douglas Lions Club, El 1800,…

The Community Toy Drive Committee helped provide Christmas joy to children on Wednesday, December 21, 2022. Christmas toys were distributed to approximately 65 families in Douglas and Coffee County. “Through the efforts of the Community Toy Drive Committee, over 100 children received gifts from Santa this year,” says Mayor Tony Paulk. “We were able to give these toys to families in need because of community support from people and businesses in Douglas and Coffee County.” Special thanks to CSRA Probation Services, Southwire, Douglas Police Department, Douglas Fire Department, City of Douglas, Douglas Lions Club, El 1800,…

Colony Bank has donated $50,000 to Coffee Regional Medical Center through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program. This is one of 10 hospitals across the state to receive a donation from Colony Bank. The Georgia HEART Hospital Program aims to support rural hospitals by increasing their funding and their ability to provide healthcare to many patients throughout Georgia’s communities. Commenting on the announcement, Scott Miller, Regional President, said, “It’s a privilege that we are able to donate this money back into our community through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program. This money can be used at Coffee Regional…

Colony Bank has donated $50,000 to Coffee Regional Medical Center through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program. This is one of 10 hospitals across the state to receive a donation from Colony Bank. The Georgia HEART Hospital Program aims to support rural hospitals by increasing their funding and their ability to provide healthcare to many patients throughout Georgia’s communities. Commenting on the announcement, Scott Miller, Regional President, said, “It’s a privilege that we are able to donate this money back into our community through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program. This money can be used at Coffee Regional…

The Douglas Mayor’s Youth Council Jr. Mayor Pro Tem Joana Mazariegos was chosen as the Youth Spotlight for the December Youth Council meeting. Joana is a senior at Coffee High School, where she is active in FBLA, Honor Society, and Advanced Choir. She attends Sienda De Vida where she is on the Dance Team, Praise & Worship Team and a youth leader for Catalyst Generation Youth. Joana has been a member of the Youth Council for two years and also participates as a Juror and Attorney for Teen Court. Joana chose her mentor, Lori Bailey, for…