Robert Nipper, age 80 of Nicholls, Georgia, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in Lake City, Florida. He was born on October 26, 1945, to the late Wright Nipper and Pearl Spell. His survivors include: His two daughters, Nancy Hill of Lake City, Florida, and Jan Marie (Joseph) Cannon of Homerville, Georgia. Seven grandchildren: Anisa Royals, James Hayden Davis, JamieLee (Gio) Davis, Kyle Lee (Haylee) Strickland, Jason Wayne Strickland, Kameron Knight, and Karissa Cannon; five great-grandchildren: Akeera Murphy, Memphis Brady, Natelee Strickland, Kaylee Strickland, and Audrey Strickland; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins, and extended family members. A memorial…
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The team at All American Panel, LLC, is celebrating another remarkable achievement after being named the 2026 Arrowquip Dealer of the Year. The Arrowquip Dealer of the Year Award is the most prestigious recognition given to an Arrowquip dealership, acknowledging excellence in market penetration, retail sales, brand commitment, operational performance, and long-term partnership. This award recognizes a dealership that consistently supports its customers, invests in growth, and upholds the Arrowquip brand reputation over time — not simply through one successful year, but through continued dedication and performance. And this isn’t the first time All American Panel has received this honor.…
The Douglas Mayor’s Youth Council (D.M.Y.C.) held their first official meeting of the 2026-2027 school year on August 17, 2026, 5:00 p.m., at City Hall. The student leaders set a great tone for the months ahead by establishing goals for the upcoming term and focusing on planning community events, and upcoming school partnerships. The meeting was called to order by Jr. Mayor Jaleigha Williams, followed by a prayer from Jr. Commissioner Ny’Liya Simpson and Jr. City Manager Savion Studstill led the Pledge of Allegiance. This meeting was a Work Session focused on discussions about their jacket order, selecting a name…
Coffee Regional Medical Center is celebrating a significant achievement for its Internal Medicine Residency Program as two resident physicians have had their research abstracts selected for oral presentations at the American College of Physicians (ACP) Georgia Chapter Meeting, taking place October 9–11 in Atlanta, Georgia. The selection represents a meaningful honor for both residents and is a reflection of the growing academic strength of Coffee Regional Medical Center’s Internal Medicine Residency Program. Having two resident physicians selected to present their work at a statewide professional meeting provides an opportunity for their research to be shared with physicians, educators and healthcare professionals…
The Salvation Army Douglas Service Center is celebrating 31 years of serving Coffee County with a grand reopening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, September 14, at noon. The celebration will also introduce the community to the Service Center Director, Jessica Copcutt, who is eager to build strong relationships throughout the community and work hands-on with local residents, civic leaders, and community partners to help Coffee County neighbors in need. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 12:00 p.m. at The Salvation Army Douglas Service Center, 110 Gaskin Ave. S., Douglas, Georgia. The public is invited to attend. “This…
Glenda Rhonda Meeks, age 72, of Douglas, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. She was born January 17, 1954, to the late Hymerick and Florie R. Woods. Her survivors include three sons: Mark Cribb (Lisa) of Winder, Georgia, Joseph Frank Meeks Jr. (Lisa) of Cartersville, Georgia, and Darrell Lonnie Meeks of Douglas, Georgia; three grandchildren: Corey Cribb (Cydny Bass), Morgan Cribb, and Tiana Meeks; two great-grandchildren: Cora Cribb and Maisley Cribb; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Glenda is preceded in death not only by her parents but also by her one brother, Buddy Woods.…
The City of Douglas encourages citizens to attend public meetings or consider joining a volunteer board. Currently, the city has one vacancy on the Planning Commission. The volunteer should live in the city limits of Douglas. The Planning Commission is a joint city-county advisory that makes recommendations to the city commission regarding the Joint Coffee County-City of Douglas Comprehensive Plan, Unified Land Development Code, Zoning Map in the form of zoning and rezoning and annexations into the city as well as other duties. Below is the September 2026 schedule for boards and committees. All meetings are open to the public, and…
Georgia’s ports support 605,616 full- and part-time jobs at Peach State businesses, yielding $44 billion in annual income, according to the latest study from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business. “This report confirms what we’ve seen for years: our Ports are exceptional drivers of job creation and economic activity, both in the booming coastal region and in communities across Georgia,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “As we continue to invest in these unrivaled assets statewide and our broader logistics network, we will build on the positive momentum of recent years and further promote opportunities for hardworking Georgians. On behalf…
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, the City of Douglas held a collaborative meeting with apartment complex managers at 10 a.m. in City Hall. The purpose of the meeting was to continue positive discussions aimed at supporting managers in creating safer living environments for their tenants through partnerships with city officials and local law enforcement. “We are moving in a positive direction with a shared goal for the neighborhoods surrounding our apartment complexes,” said Mayor Tony Paulk. “Everyone wants to live in a safe community, and we will continue working together to make that happen.” Building on prior conversations about safety…
The Coffee High School Theatre Company has cast and begun practicing for this semester’s play called The Elf on a Shelf Must Die by Don Zolidis. This comedy one-act play is full of Christmas cheer and dad jokes for any family. But shield the eyes and ears of the little ones, as some elves on shelves might be harmed in the process. The play will be directed by Coffee High School’s new Theatre Director, Bryce Carver, and will be cast and crewed solely by CHS students. The cast and crew will be practicing and rehearsing to compete across the region…