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Leo Gilliard, age 70, of Douglas, Georgia passed away on Monday, May 25, 2021 at Coffee Regional Medical Center. Mr. Gilliard was born on September 22, 1950 in Axson, Georgia the son of the late George Washington and Emma Dora Thigpen Gilliard. Mr. Gilliard was a contractor in the construction business, a member and deacon of Eastside Baptist Church, Douglas, GA and was a veteran of the United States Army. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 4 brothers, Reavis, Talmadge, Larry and Leroy Gilliard. Survivors include his wife, Barbara G. Gilliard of Douglas,…

The Coffee County Grand Jury today has issued a Special Presentment, charging Paul L. Nally and Bobby Worthy with Filing False Documents. On March 5, 2021, a Petition was filed with the Clerk of Court, allegedly by Mr. Nally and Mr. Worthy, requesting that they be given an opportunity to present evidence to the Coffee County Grand Jury and requesting that they file a Special Presentment. In Georgia, if evidence of criminal conduct comes withing the knowledge of a Grand Jury, the Grand Jury may file a Special Presentment, charging a person with a crime. A Special Presentment functions…

Mrs. Josie Nicole Maldonado Acosta, 30 of Coffee County, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021 with her loved ones by her side. She is the daughter of Joel Maldonado Carrera and Elvia Ruelas. Mrs. Acosta is survived by her Husband; Jesus Acosta Jr. of Douglas, GA. 3 Daughters; Angel Acosta, Lezlie Acosta and Cataleya Acosta. 2 Sons; Jovoni Acosta and Joaquin Acosta. 2 Brothers; Joel Maldonado Jr of Douglas, GA and Brandon Maldonado of Douglas, GA. Several Nieces, Nephews and other Family members also survived. Wake will be Thursday May 27, 2021 in the…

Miss Linda Joyce Vickers, age 76 of Douglas passed away, Monday afternoon, May 24, 2021 at Memorial Health in Savannah following an extended illness. Miss Vickers was born June 28, 1944 to the late Herbert Vickers and the late Lucille Joyce Vickers. Linda, a native of Coffee County, was a homemaker. She was an active member of Harrell Grove Baptist Church and serving other churches in the area. She was loved by all that knew her. Survivors include: Special Friends: Geraldine Beasley of Douglas, GA Van Beasley and wife Cindy of Douglas, GA Stan Beasley and wife Kim of Douglas,…

Miss Linda Joyce Vickers, age 76 of Douglas passed away, Monday afternoon, May 24, 2021 at Memorial Health in Savannah following an extended illness. Miss Vickers was born June 28, 1944 to the late Herbert Vickers and the late Lucille Joyce Vickers. Linda, a native of Coffee County, was a homemaker. She was an active member of Harrell Grove Baptist Church and serving other churches in the area. She was loved by all that knew her. Survivors include: Special Friends: Geraldine Beasley of Douglas, GA Van Beasley and wife Cindy of Douglas, GA Stan Beasley and wife Kim of Douglas,…

Johnny Harlan Johnson of Coffee County left his earthly home in the arms of his Lord and Savior on May 23, 2021 surrounded by his family. Born in Coffee County on December 8, 1952, he was the son of the late Johnny Homer Johnson and Ruby (Ricketson) Johnson. John was a small business owner of Johnson’s Auto and Tire repair for over 42 years. Running a 24 hour wrecker service he strived to be anywhere in the county within 20 minutes. John was a phone call away or an open ear at any hour to offer empathy and sympathy. His…

A ribbon cutting and open house will be held on June 1 for O’Malley Musical Instruments at its new location 903 South Madison Avenue. The Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce will coordinate the event and owner Danny Maley invites friends to attend the opening at 10 a.m. There will be refreshments followed by a tour and demonstration of the many musical instruments. O’Malley has a full line of instruments and accessories, guitars, keyboards and recording consoles. The firm, which opened in Douglas in 2015 offers a very successful instrument lease to schools as for north as Macon, and similarly to the south, east…

The vaccine clinic operated by Coffee Regional Medical Center has relocated from Central Square Complex in downtown Douglas to the Coffee Regional Medical Center cafeteria located in the hospital at 1101 Ocilla Road, Douglas. Designated parking for those being vaccinated will be available adjacent to the handicap parking area on the east side of Coffee Regional Medical Center. No appointment is necessary and all individuals ages 12 and older are eligible to be vaccinated at this clinic. Additionally, in an effort to accommodate family schedules, the CRMC vaccination clinic hours have been expanded. The new vaccination clinic times are:…

Emory University held a special graduation ceremony on Saturday, May 15, 2021, to recognize the achievements of the Class of 2020, whose celebration had been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Included among those recognized from the Class of 2020 was Diantha Virginia Ellis who graduated with honors with her Master of Laws (LL.M., Business Law) from Emory University School of Law on May 11, 2020. In addition to her LL.M. from Emory Law, Ms. Ellis holds a Juris Doctor (J.D., Class of 2018) from Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law; a Certificate in Advanced Legal Writing, Research, and Drafting for distinguished…

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College and the Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Authority hosted a grand opening of the newly expanded and renovated Manufacturing Technology Training Center at the Wiregrass campus. The event was held Thursday, May 20 from 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm with a grand opening ceremony that started at 4:45 pm. Lidell Greenway, Wiregrass Vice President for Facilities, welcomed the crowd. Philip Smith, Elixir Extrusions Plant Manager, gave an invocation followed by DeAnnia Clements, Wiregrass Interim President. Stuart Smith, Douglas National Bank President and Chairman of the Douglas-Coffee Economic Development Authority closed the ceremony speaking…