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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…

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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,…

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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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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The Jeff Davis County Superior Court unsealed indictments leading to the arrest of several individuals involved in crimes of conspiracy, possession of dangerous drugs and firearms violations. Leading up to the operation, drug investigators concentrated on drug patrol in Jeff Davis County and cuffed some unsuspecting suspects. On December 6, 2022, the Jeff Davis K-9 unit initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation. During the stop, canine Zeta was deployed and detected the odor of narcotics. While speaking to the driver, a bag of suspected cocaine fell out of his hat. The…

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The Jeff Davis County Superior Court unsealed indictments leading to the arrest of several individuals involved in crimes of conspiracy, possession of dangerous drugs and firearms violations. Leading up to the operation, drug investigators concentrated on drug patrol in Jeff Davis County and cuffed some unsuspecting suspects. On December 6, 2022, the Jeff Davis K-9 unit initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation. During the stop, canine Zeta was deployed and detected the odor of narcotics. While speaking to the driver, a bag of suspected cocaine fell out of his hat. The…

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Mr. Donnie James Rush, age 77 of West Green, GA, passed away Tuesday morning, December 20, 2022 at Coffee Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Mr. Rush was born December 10, 1945 to the late Lester Burch Rush and the late Sudie Stewart Rush. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 Siblings: Jonny Lindley, Zeke Buchanan and Ronnie Rush. Mr. Rush, a native of Glenwood, SC, was self-employed as an auto mechanic. He was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include: 7 Children: Robert Nathan Rush of Ninety-Six, SC …

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