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Dana Diane Brantley Williams, age 61, of Douglas, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, September 7, 2022. Mrs. Williams was born on June 20, 1961 in Douglas, GA to the late Tony Curtis Brantley and the late Pauline Yarberry. Survivors include; Husband: F. Michael Williams of Douglas, GA, Three Sons: Joshua M. (Renee) Williams of Axson, GA, Andrew J. (Lea) Williams of Alma, GA, Joel D. Williams of Douglas, GA, Daughter: Michelle (Matt) Gurley of Pearson, GA, Seven Grandchildren: Savannah Gurley, Madison Gurley, Bristol Williams, Payton Gurley, Oliver Williams, Ezra Williams, Maddie Williams, Two Sisters: Cindy (Sage) Barnwell of…

Bobby James Rish Jr., age 58, of Douglas, Georgia, passed away on Monday, September 5, 2022. Mr. Rish was born on October 30, 1963, in Douglas, GA to the late Bobby James Rish Sr. and Margaret (Peggy) Agnes McDade. Survivors include; Wife: Sheila Gail Rish of Douglas, Ga, Mother: Margaret (Peggy) Agnes McDade of Douglas, GA, Daughter: Abbey Gayle Rish (Justin Justice) of Douglas, GA, Son: Dylan Rish of Douglas, GA, Sister: Donna Rish of Lady Lake, FL, Brother: Stewart Rish of Douglas, Ga, Granddaughter: Tinsley Nicole Justice and several Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death…

The Douglas-Coffee County Veterans Park Committee is conducting a raffle fundraiser to assist with needs for the Veterans Park located at Douglas Municipal Airport. Each person who purchases a raffle ticket will be eligible for the chance to win a 65” Roku ONN. 4K QLED UHD Smart TV with frameless display (valued at $578.00), a $250.00 Gift Certificate to Coley Electric & Plumbing Supply, or a $100 Top Dollar Gun Shop Gift Certificate. “Funds are needed to assist with general upkeep of the park and for our various programs throughout the year,” says Veterans Park Chairman, Jeff Hennesy.…

Andrew Sawyer received the Distinguished Service Award from the National Association of County Agriculture Agents during the 2022 Annual Meeting and Professional Improvement Conference in West Palm Beach, Florida. Andrew Sawyer is the Southeast District Area Pecan Agent. He is recognized for his outstanding leadership and professional accomplishments in Pecan and Forestry programming and research. Key efforts included landowner meetings for those affected by Hurricane Michael, Longleaf Production & Management Field Day, and Low-Input Pecan Variety Trials at the Vidalia Onion Research Farm. NACAA is a nation-wide professional Extension organization geared toward Extension Educators/Agents and other…

The Lady Trojans knocked off a couple of rivals last week with a 3-2 win over 7A Tift and an 11-0 win over region foe Ware, both at Faircloth Field. In the Tift game Erin Robinson got the win striking out 7 through 5 innings and Karlee Thomas picked up a save with 2 innings of work. Erin Robinson also had a pair of hits but the difference was a 3-run homer by freshman Karlee Thomas to seal it. Hannah Capps, Hanna Hutchison, Morgan Hodges, Kaci Thacker, and Imori Paulk also had a hit each. The…

Film producer and Coffee County native Sidney Bryant returned to Douglas to shoot the company’s fourth feature film “Grace to Forgive” July 11-18, 2022. The film’s premiere will take place on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at the Coffee High School Performing Arts Center. Compelling Pictures, formerly known as Sidney Bryant Films, has been producing short films and feature films since early 2010, and now 10 years later, they are bringing back stars from all their previous bodies of work to produce a powerful film entitled “Grace to Forgive,” a story inspired by several real life events including the…

Two people have been charged with aggravated assault following a firearms-related incident that occurred in the Baymeadows subdivision Saturday night. Detectives with the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office responded to an address in the subdivision on Sept. 3 in reference to a report of gunshots being fired. It was later determined that several homes had been struck with gunfire during the incident. Officers discovered that an individual identified as Parker Lee Hines arrived at the location in a vehicle occupied by three other males. Hines engaged in an altercation at the location with an individual identified as Devon James…

Johnson Funeral & Cremation Services announces the memorial service for Ted Jefferson Cothern, age 74, of Hazlehurst, who passed away Thursday, August 30, 2022. Visitation and memorial services will begin at 3:00 PM Sunday, September 4, 2022 at 583 Nina Gay Road Hazlehurst, Georgia 31539. Mr. Cothern was born in Alma, Georgia. He was the son of the late Ottis Cothern & Hattie Bell Taylor Cothern. Mr. Cothern was a retired millwright worker. Survivors include: Wife: Gayle Cothern of Hazlehurst; Daughter: Gina Anderson of Waycross; Sons: Rodney Cothern of Alma & Brandon Cothern of…

Johnson Funeral & Cremation Services announces the memorial service for Jack Ellis, age 80, of Douglas, who passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Visitation and memorial services will begin at 6:00 PM Friday, September 2, 2022 at Johnson Funeral & Cremation Services 2760 US Hwy 441 S, Douglas, Ga. 31535. Mr. Ellis was born in Elkton, Maryland. He was the son of the late Harvey Ellis & Verna Moyer Ellis and was preceded in death by a sister: Cheryl English. Survivors include: Wife: Jean Kitchens Ellis of Douglas; Daughters: Karla Douglas (Kevin) of Douglas,…

Mr. Jimmy Dale Cribb, age 90 of Pearson, Ga. passed away, Monday, September 5, 2022, at his home following an extended illness. Survivors include: Son: Bill Cribb and wife, Jennifer of Valdosta, Ga. 3 Daughters: Dale Cofield and husband, Ronnie of Valdosta, Ga. Pat Brown and husband, Greg of Valdosta, Ga. Robin Cassotta of Lake Park, Ga. Special Friend and Caregiver: Patsy Kirkland of Pearson, Ga. 9 Grandchildren, 8 Great Grandchildren, along with several other nieces, nephews and relatives also survive. Funeral services for Mr. Cribb will be…