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On March 14, 2022 the boys and girls tennis teams traveled to Tifton to compete in the Big 5 Conference Tournament. The Boys team ended their season at 4-2 and were the #2 Seed in the tournament. The girls finished their season undefeated and were the #1 Seed going into the the tournament. Five of the seven players went through the season totally undefeated. The boys’ team won their match in Round 1 but lost in a tough 2nd round match that included 3 super tie breaks. Boy’s top 7 players are 1st Singles Phillip Ross, 2 Singles…

Mr. Fermin Plascencia Jr., 16, of Axson, GA. passed away Tuesday night, March 15, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 26, 2005 to his Father; Fermin Plascencia SR and Mother; Cristina Mondoza. Other then his parents he is survived by 3 Siblings; Christopher Plascencia, Sebastain Plascencia and Yoselin Plascencia. Nephew; Jesse Jovani Utrera Grandmothers; Lidia Gomez Trejo and Alma Alejos. Other family members; Rosio Felix, Laura Mendoza, Monica Mendoza, Jose Luis Mendoza, Francisco Mendoza, Arturo Mendoza, Alejandro Mendoza, Lorenzo Plascencia, Agapito Plascencia, Flavia Gonzales, Ernestina Traide and Florinda Perez. Visitation will be in…

Mr. Robert McKinley Taylor, Jr., age 77 of Douglas, GA, passed away Tuesday afternoon, March 15, 2022 at Coffee Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Mr. Taylor was born June 14, 1944 to the late Robert McKinley Taylor, Sr. and the late Gussie Southerland Taylor. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ed H. Taylor and a sister, Linda Gail Taylor Foster. Mr. Taylor, a native of Waycross, GA, was a real estate developer. He was also a veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include: 1 Brother: Denny Taylor of…

Delbert Ray Pritchard, age 76, of Pearson, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2022 at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Pritchard was born on November 5, 1945, in Carroll County, Tennessee, to the late Freddie Leon Pritchard and Dannie Lucille Carroll Welch. Survivors include: Daughter; Rebecca Louella Chaney (Jerome) of Pearson, GA, Son; Robert Wayne Pritchard of Douglas, GA, Daughter; Robin Elaine Fisher of Douglas, GA, Daughter; Jennifer Mull Ayers (Jason) of Pennsylvania, Step-Daughter; Melinda Mobley of Douglas, GA, Several Grandchildren, Great- Grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. Mr. Prichard was preceded in death…

April Lynn Pinder, age 33, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2022 following injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Mrs. Pinder was born on April 12, 1988, in Douglas, Georgia, to Steve Head and the late Patricia Lynn Head. Survivors include: Husband; Chris Pinder of Valdosta, GA, Father; Steve (Janice) Head of Douglas, GA, Daughter, Lakyn Hulett of Valdosta, GA, Step Daughter; Jewel Pinder of Valdosta, GA, Son; Step-son Maddox Pinder of Valdosta, GA, One Sister; Amber Renee’ (Chris) Edge of Douglas, GA, and One Step-Brother Justin (Brandy) Morris. She was preceded in death by her Mother; Patricia Lynn…

They sow crop seeds and raise animals. They care for both as they grow. In doing so, Georgia’s farmers ensure that the rest of us have what we need not only to live, but to thrive. It is not a stretch to view them as heroes, though it’s unlikely you’ll find one wearing a cape. Georgia farmers produce more chickens, peanuts and pecans than any other state. Georgia is second among U.S. states in production of cotton lint, cotton seed and watermelons. The state is third in cantaloupe and peach production and fourth in blueberry production. All told, Georgia’s farmers…

Mr. Charles B. Eames, Jr., of Waycross, Ga., enjoys helping others while expecting nothing in return. Through his work in supporting higher education, helping preschool students develop a love for reading, and many other efforts, Eames has been recognized with local honors and recognitions for his selfless generosity. This fall, everyone in Georgia will know about this quiet community servant. The University System of Georgia (USG) Foundation has announced its plans to present Eames with the University System of Georgia Regents’ Hall of Fame Alumni and Distinguished Friends Award. Eames is slated to receive the honor in person at the…

Coffee High FCCLA hosted the 2022 annual Region 8 STAR Events Competitions, Saturday, February, 12. Georgia FCCLA Region 8 Adviser Tara Carver and CHS FCCLA Adviser Mrs. Lea Roberts worked tirelessly to pull off hosting 100+ FCCLA members and advisers and organizing 38 different events. In addition to Coffee High FCCLA serving as the Region 8 STAR Events host, Coffee High FCCLA members competed and all earned the highest ranking, scoring 90-100. Emma Wilkerson competed in Promotional Presentation, Level 3, and received gold. Kylie Woods competed in Focus on Children, Level 3, and received gold. Harmone’ Merritt competed in Job…

A $100,000 reward is offered for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the fire at Shann Peanut Company. The fire occurred around 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 13, 2021, and caused heavy damage to the 30-year-old, 4,000- square-foot structure. Crews with the Coffee County Fire Department fought the fire all day, but the double roof on the wood framed structure hindered firefighting efforts. Following the fire, Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John King stated that his investigators found evidence that the fire had been intentionally set. Anyone with information about this…

On March 2, 2022 Compel Inner-Province LLC. announced the premiere dates for their first feature film under the new Compel brand, “Believe” for a slated date of 03/26/2022 at 6:00PM and a red carpet gathering at 5:30PM. Upon the release of this date; it was brought to the attention of the producers that this date and time conflicts with the Coffee High School Annual Senior Prom. Due to this conflict in schedule, Executive Producer Sidney Bryant Sr. has elected to honor this day for those seniors and their families and to allow them enjoy this monumental occasion. A…