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Donald Brian Chybicki, age 61, of Baxley, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at his residence. Mr. Chybicki was born on February 10, 1960 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late Edward Joseph and Florence Chybicki. Mr. Chybicki worked as a Production Line worker for ElKay Sinks and was a member of Macedonia Church of God, Baxley, Georgia. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death his wife, Sandra Kay Chybicki and 2 nephews, Keith “Biskit” Chybicki and Johnathan Monroe Dykes. Survivors include 2 step-children whom he helped raise as his own children,…

Lynda Sue Dowling, age 67, of Nicholls, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at Memorial Hospital, Savannah, Georgia. Mrs. Dowling was born on May 7, 1954 in Marianna, Florida the daughter of the late Leamon & Evelyn Helen Ezell McCallister. Mrs. Dowling worked for Gold Kist as a supervisor and was a member of Covenant Christian Church. Survivors include husband, Calvin Dowling of Nicholls, GA; 2 sons, DeWayne Dowling (Amber) of Douglas, GA and Dustin Dowling of Douglas, GA; 3 grandchildren, Clara Dowling, Clayton Dowling and JoElla Dowling; 2 sisters, Patti Mercer (Carlie) of Douglas, GA…

Edgar Alberto Tomas-Reynosa, age 35, of Douglas, Georgia passed away on Friday, September 24, 2021 at Emory Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia. Mr. Tomas-Reynosa was born on August 9, 1986 in Guatemala the son of Abelino & Marguina Tomas. Mr. Tomas-Reynosa worked for Pilgrim’s Pride. Survivors include 4 sons, Ivan Tomas-Torez of Bristol, GA, Jario Tomas-Reynosa, Wender Tomas-Reynosa and Calro Tomas-Reynosa all of Douglas, GA; 2 daughters, Daily Tomas-Reynosa and Yenefer Tomas-Reynosa both of Douglas, GA; 3 brothers and 2 sisters; parents, Abelino & Marguina Tomas. Interment will be in Guatemala. Sims Funeral Home is in charge of…

Dorothy Hatten Perry, age 91, of Broxton, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021. Mrs. Perry was born on August 19, 1930 in Coffee County, Georgia the daughter of the late Scott & Linnie Miller Hatton. Mrs. Perry was a homemaker and a member of Pridgen Baptist Church, Pridgen, Georgia. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Ronnie Perry. Survivors include daughter, Cynthia Caucci of Douglas, GA; 2 sons, Larry Highsmith of Valdosta, GA and Stanley Highsmith (Rose) of Valdosta, GA; grandchildren, Mark C. Highsmith of Valdosta, GA, John Darley (Melanie)…

The City of Douglas will join 537 cities across Georgia to celebrate Georgia Cities Week. In collaboration with Georgia Cities Week, the City of Douglas will kick off their annual October promotions. To kickoff initiatives for October, the Public Works Department will offer Tire Amnesty Week that will be held on Monday, October 3 – Friday, October 8, 8:30am-4:30pm. Tire Amnesty Week, will allow citizens of Douglas to dispose of up to 4 tires per resident at the City Pole Yard located at 670 S. Pearl Avenue, adjacent to the Post Office. Proof of residency is required. No commercial…

The City of Douglas held a Citizen Academy Workshop on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 from 4pm-8pm at the Youth Center. The goal of the workshop was to provide participants with the tools and information to become more knowledgeable about city department operations. Those in attendance included citizens, board volunteers, department heads, the City Manager, and Mayor Paulk. “Our goal with offering this class was to educate citizens about the daily functions of the nine city departments and their employee daily responsibilities,” says City Manager Charles Davis. “We hope that those in attendance left with more knowledge of how the…

The Douglas Mayor’s Youth Council (DMYC) discussed childhood cancer awareness, a possible new waterpark for Douglas, and several other items during its first meeting of the 2021-2022 year. Junior Mayor, Jenna Williams, was chosen as the Youth Spotlight for September. Jenna is the daughter of Gina and Marvin Williams. Her accomplishments include perfect attendance since Pre-K, educational excellence, member of the National Honor Society, outstanding achievements in FFA, FCA, Key Club, Leo Club, Literary and One Act Play, a scholar athlete in track, tennis, basketball, cheerleading and for being an inspiration to her peers. Each month, the youth…

The Coffee Lady Trojans have made the state playoffs for at least the sixth straight year. They wrapped the region schedule last week winning 2 out of 3 games, defeating rival Ware County 6-4 and throttling Warner Robins 15-3. Veterans nipped Coffee 3-1 on the road. In Thursday’s game against Ware, Jenna Graham, Emily Robinson, and Hanna Hutchison all had a pair of hits. Hannah Capps, Lacey Stone, Morgan Adams, and Erin Robinson chipped in with a hit to round out the offense. Erin Robinson got the win and Lacey Stone picked up the save. On Tuesday, Coffee…

By: Kevin Tatum, County Extension Coordinator This will be my 34th and last year celebrating National-Georgia 4-H Week as the County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth in Coffee County. I have had a great career working with youth in Coffee County, but what has a beginning must always have an end. My retirement date is set for the end of November, leaving me just two more months in this position. I have enjoyed being able to assist youth in the discovery of their unique abilities, whether it is leadership, service, public speaking, organizing, or just being a good friend to…

Coffee High Academies wrapped up their initial advisory board meetings with the Academy of Fine Arts, Business, & Information Technology (FBIT). Present at the meeting and pictured are Back Row L to R: AJ Thomas – Computer Science Major and math teacher at GWCFC, Stacey Hill – parent representative, Jeannie Amerson – Consultant Impact 21 & business owner (Becky’s Gifts), Dr. Le Lang – Assistant Principal Academy of Fine Arts, Business, & IT, Logan Evans – Director of Information Systems Coffee County School System, Brandy Barlow – CTAE teacher, Brian Norris – Business owner The Martin, Norris Shoes, Lisa Tierney…