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The United States Department of Education has announced that Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has been awarded $1,371,256 for an Institutional Resilience – Virtual and Augmented Reality Development Grant. The priority for this project is the development of a Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) library of lab applications for students. This technology will allow students to experience off-site learning instead of attending on-campus labs. With the pandemic and subsequent issues of keeping students socially distanced when meeting in person, this new delivery of lab curriculum in specific programs will allow hands-on training to meet course competencies also ensuring student…

The United States Department of Education has announced that Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has been awarded $1,371,256 for an Institutional Resilience – Virtual and Augmented Reality Development Grant. The priority for this project is the development of a Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) library of lab applications for students. This technology will allow students to experience off-site learning instead of attending on-campus labs. With the pandemic and subsequent issues of keeping students socially distanced when meeting in person, this new delivery of lab curriculum in specific programs will allow hands-on training to meet course competencies also ensuring student…

Here the candidates who have qualified for the municipal elections, which will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021. Douglas Cindy McNeil – Ward 5 City Commissioner (incumbent) Edwin Taylor – Ward 1 City Commissioner (incumbent) Michael Gowan – Ward 4 City Commissioner (incumbent) Ambrose Jearrell B Vickers – Mayor Shelton M Paulk – City Council Andrew L Jowers – City Council Daniel S Paulk – City Council Josh Milhollin – City Council Denise Paulk – City Council (Write-in) Alison Paulk – City Council (Write-in) Nicholls David Taylor – Mayor James R Burch –…

A convicted Florida felon and identified gang member was jailed on firearms charges by Coffee County Sheriff’s Office detectives last week. Detectives learned on Aug. 18 that an individual identified as Brandon Lowe of Duval County, Fla., was in the Coffee County area and in unlawful possession of a firearm. Lowe was located following a brief investigation and was found to be in possession of a handgun. During the investigation, it was discovered Lowe has been convicted of numerous felonies and had been validated as a gang member through the Florida Department of Corrections. He was subsequently arrested by Coffee County…

The Keep Douglas Beautiful Board will be conducting the Community Appearance Index throughout the month of August, a tool designed by Keep America Beautiful to visually assess the overall appearance of communities through indicators such as litter, illegal signs, graffiti, abandoned/junk vehicles and outside storage. A team of community, business and government representatives will be conducting the visual analysis using a scoring system ranging from 1-4, with “1” being the best to “4” being the worst. The Community Appearance Index is designed to gather data annually and the results are used to develop a local plan to change attitudes…

As part of continuing education and training in the administration of law enforcement, Chief Shane Edmisten, Deputy Chief Brannen Pruette and Chief Marshal Rodger Goddard, recently attended the 53rd Annual Summer Training conference sponsored by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP). Approximately 650 heads of law enforcement agencies from throughout the state participated in the four-day conference. “In this new era of law enforcement, chiefs are constantly finding new ways to manage their departments. From the type of officers that we are hiring today, to the concerns of the public we serve to the way we police…

Mr. Juan Jimenez, age 28, of Pearson, Ga. passed away Monday, August 16, 2021, in Pearson, Ga. Survivors include: Parents: Maria V. Garcia and Ismal Torres of Pearson, Ga. Daughter: Amari Jimenez 2 Brothers: Able Garcia and wife Alexa of Dupont, Ga. Ivan Munoz of Pearson, Ga. 3 Sisters: Guadulupe Marquez Pearson, Ga. Adalmira Jimenez and husband Pedro Guzmen of Douglas, Ga. Felicina Jimenez and husband Sergio Ordonez of Pearson, Ga. Several Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and other relatives, also survive. Funeral services for Mr. Jimenez will be held Friday, August 20, 2021 at 12:00…

Mr. William Carl “Bill” Biddy, age 74, passed away on Sunday morning, August 15, 2021, at his home in Pearson, GA, following a brief illness. Bill was the son of the late Pat M. Biddy, Sr. and Ruth (Autry) Biddy Coffee of Pearson, and a member of First Baptist Church. Bill’s wit, sense of humor, and ability to tell a great story were trademarks that will be greatly missed by his friends, family, and community. A familiar face at the Atkinson County Courthouse for a number of years, Bill retired from working day to day at the Tax Assessors Office…

Mrs. Joan Marie Stone, 72 of Nicholls GA passed away Friday August 20, 2021. She was born March 5, 1949 to the late Harvey and Gusta Canada. She was the wife of Elias Stone. She is survived by her brother Tex (Carol) Canada. Several nieces, nephews, and other family members also survived. Other than her parents she is proceeded in death by her sister, Mary Ellis, Brother, Udell Canada, Niece, Tina Naylor. Visitation will be held Monday August 23, 2021 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Graveside service will take place at Mount Pleasant Church…

Mr. Shawn Randall Martin, age 56 of Broxton, GA passed away August 20, 2021 at his residence. Mr. Martin was born January 14, 1965 to the late George H. Martin and the late Elizabeth Z. Alderman Martin. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Sabrina Johnson. Mr. Martin worked in road construction including Douglas Asphalt in his younger years until he became disabled. He was an avid hunter and loved nature. He loved the simple things in life and loved with his whole heart. He grew up in Marlinton, West Virginia and has lived in…