Former Superior Court Judge Dwayne Gillis has announced his candidacy for the Georgia State Senate District 19 seat in the Republican Primary scheduled for May 19, 2026. Dwayne Gillis brings 24 years of experience, a lifetime of service to South Georgia, and unwavering conservative values to the race. “After two decades on the bench serving the people of South Georgia, I could retire to my farm and enjoy time with my grandkids,” said Gillis. “But while on a mission trip, I felt called to serve in a new way. As a man of faith, I feel compelled to answer that…
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Sunni June Davison, age 81, of Douglas, GA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, GA. She was born on November 2, 1944 the daughter of the late Joseph Stephen Henderson and the late Maxine London Henderson. Her survivors include: two sons, Dave Davison of Tennessee and Dean (Heather) Davison of Tennessee; one daughter, Dea Davison of Douglas, GA; three grandchildren, Cayden (Kirby Connell) Davison, Cami Davison and Carter (Brylee) Davison; and one brother, Dan Henderson of Tifton, GA. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bob Davison; father, Joseph…
Students from CMS FBLA proudly represented their school at CTSO Day at the Capitol, joining hundreds of student leaders from across the state to celebrate career and technical education and student leadership development. CMS members attended alongside students from fellow Career and Technical Student Organizations including CHS FBLA, HOSA, SkillsUSA, and FCCLA. The event brought together students who are preparing for careers in business, healthcare, skilled trades, leadership, and family and consumer sciences. Throughout the day, students had the opportunity to: For CMS FBLA members, the experience was both educational and inspiring. Students saw firsthand how leadership, communication, and career…
Vicky Huckaby, age 89, of Douglas, GA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Lakeside Senior Living in Douglas, GA. She was born on May 8, 1936 the daughter of the late Mr. Roger Johnson and the late Mrs. Beula Adams Perry. She loved the Lord first and then her family and friends. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church until she became unable to attend, but she continued to support the church that she loved. She was a nurse for the majority of her life as well as a faithful wife and mother. She enjoyed…
Sharon Lee Hester wright age 79 of Douglas passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at CRMC Surrounded by her family and friends. Sharon was born May 6, 1946, the first of three Children to the late George R. Hester, Sr. and Ophelia Nettles Hester of Douglas. She was preceded in death by her husband Ethridge Wright Jr. She is survived by one daughter, Regina Wright Spires and husband Howard of Douglas, granddaughter Candace Davis Daniels and husband Craig Of Alma, three great-grandchildren, Addalyn Davis, Bryleigh Daniels and Bryson Daniels of Alma. She was also survived by four-step grandchildren…
By Michael Dockery In South Georgia, public safety isn’t an abstract idea. It’s personal. It’s the deputy who knows your family. The firefighter who shows up at your neighbor’s house at 2 a.m. The EMT who drives the same roads your kids ride every day. Public safety works best when people know who to call — and when someone actually answers. Over the last several weeks, as I’ve traveled our communities and talked with folks one-on-one, I’ve heard a common frustration: “I don’t even know who to reach anymore.” Even worse, many have said that when they do reach out…
Do you care about the environment and want to make a difference in Douglas? If so, Keep Douglas Beautiful needs you. The Keep Douglas Beautiful Committee is searching for motivated individuals who want to make a difference in the community as a volunteer for community projects. Currently the next volunteer activities with Keep Douglas Beautiful are the Clear Your Clutter Event on March 7, 2026 and the Great American Cleanup on April 18, 2026. For more volunteer activities or to obtain a volunteer application, please go to the city website cityofdouglasga.gov/volunteer or stop by the Community Development Grant Administration Office…
Coffee County Schools is proud to celebrate an outstanding achievement by the Coffee High School Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) program. During the annual NJROTC Area Manager’s Inspection held Tuesday, January 27, at Coffee High School, Johnathon Shaw, Area 10 Commander for U.S. Navy NJROTC, formally recognized the Coffee High School NJROTC program as one of the top programs in America. The review took place at 10 a.m.in the Coffee County NJROTC Building and showcased the exceptional preparation, professionalism, and leadership of CHS cadets. “This recognition speaks volumes about the discipline, leadership, and character of our cadets,” said…
Jackie Byron Dixon, age 68 of Jacksonville, FL passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026 at Community Hospice in Jacksonville, FL. Mr. Dixon was born on August 3, 1957 in Coffee County, GA, to the late Jack Byron Dixon and Bonnie Dixon Pridgen. Survivors include: one daughter, Kristi Dixon Smith of St. Augustine, FL; one son, Matthew Dixon of Middleburg, FL; four grandchildren, Sierra Waters (Tyler Sherer), Kelli Dixon, Isabella Dixon and Zane Dixon; and one sister, Julie (Robert) Hewitt of Broxton, GA. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 10, 2025, from 10:00 am until 11:00 am at…
Virginia Lee Griffis, age 87 of Broxton, GA passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at her residence. She was born on October 2, 1938, the daughter of the late Mr. Ottis Corbitt and the late Mrs. Mabel Corbitt. Her survivors include: one son, Greg (Angela) Griffis of Broxton, GA; one daughter, Janet (Louie) Strom of Broxton, GA; five grandchildren, Haley (Robert) Wooten, Kelli Griffis, Kayla (Caleb) Eason, Holly (Mart) Wicker and Chris (Cassie) Griffis; twelve great grandchildren, Jacob (Katie) Kight, Ashlyn (James Eason) Gray, Madison (Gaven) Peterson, Kadin Gray, Gracie Ellis, Rayla Morris, Rayce Sturges, Nicole Odum, Julia…