Douglas Rotary Club was honored to recognize Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Practical Nursing Student Kaylee Adams as the student of the month for May 2026. Miss Adams earned her Licensed Professional Nurse (LPN) credential and was joined at the recognition ceremony by her mother, father, and grandfather, as well as Wiregrass faculty and staff members Deidta Floyd, Emily Tomlison, Brandy Wilkes, and Will Bostelman. Miss Adams most enjoyed her clinical rotation at an assisted living community and hopes to work in geriatrics. Douglas Rotary is a service organization seeking to advance the service ideals of Rotary International by investing time and…
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The Coffee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Pennsylvania fugitive Justin Eugene Carver following an investigation conducted by a detective with the Coffee County Sex Offender Unit. On May 5, 2026, the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office received information from the public regarding Carver possibly being in Coffee County. During the investigation, authorities confirmed Carver was wanted out of Pennsylvania on charges including Corruption of Minors, Disseminating Explicit Sexual Materials to a Minor, Unlawful Contact with a Minor, Indecent Exposure, and Disorderly Conduct. Pennsylvania authorities confirmed the warrant was active and advised they would extradite. Investigators later learned Carver was working in…
The City of Douglas has been a designated Golf Cart Community since 2018. Motorized carts are allowed only on Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) approved areas within the city limits of Douglas. The Douglas Police Department urges all citizens to follow safety guidelines when operating motorized or golf carts on city roadways. Officers will begin issuing warnings and/or citations to anyone operating motorized carts illegally on city streets or city property. “During the spring and summer months, we often see children driving motorized carts on roadways,” says DPD Chief Brannen Pruette. “Our biggest concern is safety. We want to prevent…
The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that nearly all of Georgia’s Regional Commissions reported lower unemployment rates in March. “There’s no better way to mark Economic Development Week than with measurable results,” said Georgia Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes. “With the state labor force and employment both reaching all-time highs and unemployment falling across all metro areas and nearly all regional commissions, more Georgians are securing good-paying jobs that support families, build the future, and strengthen the communities they call home.” Here is a synopsis of each regional commission: Atlanta Regional Commission Central Savannah River Coastal Georgia Georgia Mountains…
The Martin Theatre Preservation Company, Inc., the nonprofit organization stewarding The Martin Theatre in downtown Douglas, is pleased to announce the appointment of Devis Burnam as its new Executive Director. This appointment marks a significant milestone in the organization’s history. As The Martin Theatre continues to expand its role as a performing arts venue and community gathering space, Burnam becomes the organization’s first full-time executive leader. She will work closely with the Board of Directors to oversee daily operations, strengthen community engagement, guide programming, and support long-term sustainability. Since reopening, The Martin Theatre has been sustained by a community of…
Mayor Tony Paulk has issued a proclamation declaring May 3–9, 2026, as the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC) 57th Professional Municipal Clerks Week. The Proclamation extends appreciation to all Municipal and Deputy Clerks for the services with which they provide their communities. Specifically, the Proclamation cites that the Clerk “serves as the professional link between the citizens, the local governing bodies and agencies of government at other levels.” The Douglas City Clerk plays a key role in the city’s operations as the professional link between the citizens, the local governing bodies and government agencies at other levels. As the…
By Van Yandell James 1:17 “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” Why do singers get the attention, while composers and musicians are the real talent behind the voices? Many can sing but few have the ability to strike the ivories with precision to extract a musical tone. As far back as memory allows, my mother sat at her old Wellington piano and played. Not to brag but she was very good. My musical talents certainly didn’t take after hers, with my ability…
Coffee High School recently welcomed more than 400 first-grade students for its annual “Tiny Trojan Power Up Day,” an exciting and interactive health and wellness fair focused on building healthy habits early in life. Hosted by CHS Nutrition & Food Science, Early Childhood Education, Allied Health students, and FCCLA members, the campus was transformed into hands-on learning stations led by CHS students. These mentors guided the “Tiny Trojans” through fun, engaging activities designed to promote lifelong wellness. From learning about MyPlate guidelines and creating healthy snacks to practicing proper dental hygiene and understanding the importance of bedtime routines, students explored…
The City of Douglas proudly honored the exceptional achievements of the 2025-2026 Mayor’s Youth Council and Douglas–Coffee County Teen Court senior participants during a special recognition ceremony held at the C. E. Weir Center on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The council also honored several mentors at the banquet which included Chevelle Paulk (Community Spotlight of the Year), Mike Bazell (Founder, Ambitious Young Men) Tammy Wilkerson (Founder, Girls Exploring Movements of Success), Ian Sansot (Teen Court Judge), and Dinitra Carithers (Youth Council and Teen Court Coordinator). The celebrations continued at Coffee High School’s Senior Honors Program on Monday, April 27, 2026,…
Several outstanding Coffee High School students were recently recognized at the Georgia Future Educators Signing Day for completing the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Pathway, Teaching as a Profession (TAP) Pathway, and Dual Education Pathway as “Teach in the Peach” graduates. “Teach in the Peach,” an initiative by the Georgia Department of Education, is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and retaining future educators across Georgia. The students who were recognized are: Early Childhood Education (ECE): Kelise Colson, Kayley Cumbass, Alayla Hall, Addison Nipper, Channah Smith, Jada Tanner, and Jadyn Von Waldner.Teaching as a Profession (TAP): Shonteara Jordan, Shana Parker, Eriyanna Smith, and…