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Satilla Riverkeeper wrapped up the 2021 Satilla River Fishing Tournament on Sunday, April 25. The tournament ran from April 17 -25. Participants competed by taking photos of their catch and submitting through an app called FishDonkey. Participants were allowed to fish anywhere in the Satilla River or any of its tributaries. Each participant received a measuring bump board, generously donated by Waycross Convention & Visitors Bureau. To be eligible for the cash prizes all fish had to be measured on this official bump board. Youth under 16 were allowed to participate with a registered adult. The Satilla River…

The Coffee High Trojan Track Team hosted Irwin County and Wayne County on Senior Night, which took place on April 20. The Lady Trojans scored 81 points to the Wayne County Lady Jackets’ 50 points. The Trojans scored 72 points to edge out the Wayne County Jackets’ 59 points and Irwin County Indians’ 27 points. Coaches and fans also honored the Coffee High seniors as it was their last home track meet of their high school career: Zach Cooper, Earnest Edwards, Garratt Mancil, Hunter Milhollin, Jason Murray, Jai’Mahrion Reed, Ayshon Reed, Humberto Rivas, Arlis Sutton and Cameron Watson. Ja’Maria…

The last man standing from Operation: Sandy Bottom has been arrested in Jacksonville, Fla. On April 20, 2021, Leo Pender, who had been on the run for 99 days, was arrested by the Jacksonville Narcotics, Violent Crimes, Vice, and Gang Investigations Unit during a traffic stop near I-95. During the stop, Pender identified himself as Anthony White; however, officers quickly discovered that Mr. White was in fact Mr. Pender, a wanted fugitive from Bacon County. And Mr. Pender, who also goes by the aliases Metro or Slime, was allegedly in possession of a significant amount of illegal drugs.…

Lyon Management in Douglas has graciously agreed to provide 1,000 FREE food vouchers in an effort to encourage more community members to be vaccinated from COVID-19. Tuesday, April 27th, and Wednesday, April 28th, CRMC will hold our weekly FREE COVID-19 vaccination clinic with extended hours of 8 am to 4 pm at Central Square Complex in downtown Douglas. No appointment is necessary, and those interested will be able to drive-thru the clinic to be vaccinated. The 2-dose Moderna and Pfizer vaccination will also be administered at this event. Those vaccinated (with their 1st or 2nd dose) will be given a…

Kevin Tatum, County Extension Coordinator On Saturday, April 17, the Tift County Fun Match was held in Tifton for area BB teams. The contest was divided into veteran shooters and first year shooters. In the first year shooters competition, Coffee County had Meagan Batchelor, Raeleigh Batten, Cara Griffis, Eli Hope, Seth Hope, Ainslee Merritt, and Maggie Stewart competing. In the veteran competition, Coffee shooters were Natalie Guthrie, Harleigh Hope, Taylor McClelland, and Mason Stewart. Awards were presented to the top teams and individuals in each position which includes prone, standing, sitting, kneeling, as well as the top overall…

Kevin Tatum, County Extension Coordinator On Saturday, April 17, the Tift County Fun Match was held in Tifton for area BB teams. The contest was divided into veteran shooters and first year shooters. In the first year shooters competition, Coffee County had Meagan Batchelor, Raeleigh Batten, Cara Griffis, Eli Hope, Seth Hope, Ainslee Merritt, and Maggie Stewart competing. In the veteran competition, Coffee shooters were Natalie Guthrie, Harleigh Hope, Taylor McClelland, and Mason Stewart. Awards were presented to the top teams and individuals in each position which includes prone, standing, sitting, kneeling, as well as the top overall…

South Georgia State College’s bid to join the Elite Eight at the NJCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament fell short Wednesday afternoon. The No. 5 seed South Plains College Texans pulled away late in the second half to defeat SGSC 91-80 and snapped the Hawks’ 11-game winning streak. Four Hawks finished the game in double figures – Jalen King led SGSC with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Jordan Coffee had 17 points, while Daniel Parrish finished with 15 points and six assists. Bryce Brown rounded out the top scorers with 11 points. SGSC scored the game’s first basket…

The Coffee High track teams traveled to Richmond Hill to participate in the Papa’s Pizza Apex Invite. The Lady Trojans placed fifth overall in the meet scoring 53 points. The Trojans scored 46 points finishing eighth place overall. Ja’Maria Harvey placed second in the 400 meter dash running a 59.91 seconds. This time qualifying for an Elite Performance at the meet. Ja’Maria placed 7th in the 200 meter dash with a time of 27.19 seconds. Kate Merritt placed second in the 1600 meter run with a time of 5:39.39. Kate had a third place finish with a time…

Mr. Gerald Ray Harrell, 74 of Coffee County, GA, passed away Wednesday April 14, 2021 at Coffee Regional Medical Center with his loved ones by his side. He is the son of the late William Harrell and Adie Carter. Mr. Harrell is survived by his wife; Sheila Harrell of Douglas, GA. Sons; Keith Rocky (Kayce) Harper of Willacoochee, GA. and Rusty Keith (Jamie) Harper of Broxton, GA. Daughters; Keila Marie (Chris) Koivisto of Douglas, GA. and Andrea LaRay (Jimmy Thomas) Harrell of Douglas, GA. Step-Daughters; Belinda Smith and Kaye Harper. Step-Son; Waylon Joiner Sister; Joyce…

Mrs. Monta Sue Armstrong Wagaman, 66 of Douglas, GA passed away Thursday, April 8, 2021 at her home. She was born August 13, 1954. She is the daughter of Davis L. Armstrong and the late Mary Sue Whitehead Armstrong. Other than her father, Mrs. Wagaman is survived by her daughter, Michelle Lynn Hardigree (Michael) of Waverly, GA; sisters Phillis Cunningham of Dumas, MS and Melinda Wicker (Johnny) of Douglas, GA; brother James Armstrong (Jamie) of Booneville, MS; granddaughters Jensen Chinen (Colbey) of St. Marys, GA., Lakelynn Hardigree of Waverly, GA. and Tiffany Hersey (Ryan) of Alma, GA; several nieces,…