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The Douglas Mayor’s Youth Council (DMYC) recognized outstanding youth and citizens in the community at its most recent. The youth council also heard city updates from Mayor Tony Paulk and COVID-19 updates from Dr. Lydia Tanner. For the month of March 2021, Addy Harris was the youth council member that was spotlighted. Addy is a freshman at Citizens Christian Academy and an active member of The Sanctuary Church. She is a team member on CCA’s basketball and softball teams, as well as a member of Key Club, Leo Club, GGA and the Douglas Mayor’s Youth Council. After graduating, Addy…

South Georgia State College kept its hold on the number two spot in the GCAA standings Thursday night with a 95-69 win over the Gordon State Highlanders. Jayce Moore led the Hawks (17-3, 11-3) with 21 points, five rebounds and four assists. Zae Wiggins had 15 points and seven assists, while Bryce Brown finished with 14 points, seven rebounds and seven blocked shots. The Hawks missed one free throw the entire game (13-of-14, 92.9 percent) while shooting 55.2 percent from the field. SGSC held Gordon State to 37.7 percent shooting and forced a total of 18…

Kevin Tatum, County Extension Coordinator On Saturday, March 20, Coffee County 4-H Shotgun Team members traveled to Macon to the Meadows Gun Club to compete in the Georgia 4-H Sporting Clay Match. 4-H members competing included Alex Dunn, Gavin Grantham, Cara Lott, Hudson Lott, Michael Roberts, and Weston Vickers, and coaches who attended the match included Emily Purvis and Jody Ridlehoover. Emily Purvis also shot in the adult competition. Alex Dunn was recognized as the first place senior 4-H winner with a score of 96 out of 100 and Hudson Lott as the fifth place senior 4-H winner…

The COVID-19 vaccine will be available to all Georgia residents aged 16 and above beginning this Thursday, March 25 as announced by Governor Brian Kemp Tuesday. This announcement comes after the state received additional doses this week and officials are confident that there are ample appointment times and supply now available for those eligible individuals. Kemp indicated, in a recent press conference, that vaccination efforts thus far have reached enough older adults to now open up inoculation to the broadest possible population. Figures from the Georgia Department of Public Health show just under 20% of the adult population in…

Two would-be thieves and another individual were arrested recently following two extremely botched criminal incidents. Coffee County detectives responded to an address off Ga. Hwy. 32 East on March 12 to investigate a possible burglary. When they arrived, authorities immediately observed a vehicle in the yard that had bogged down behind the residence. Further investigation revealed the vehicle contained several items that had been reported stolen from the home and an outbuilding on the property. Detectives learned the vehicle was registered to Michele Adams of Coffee County, who authorities also discovered had attempted to report the vehicle stolen…

Two would-be thieves and another individual were arrested recently following two extremely botched criminal incidents. Coffee County detectives responded to an address off Ga. Hwy. 32 East on March 12 to investigate a possible burglary. When they arrived, authorities immediately observed a vehicle in the yard that had bogged down behind the residence. Further investigation revealed the vehicle contained several items that had been reported stolen from the home and an outbuilding on the property. Detectives learned the vehicle was registered to Michele Adams of Coffee County, who authorities also discovered had attempted to report the vehicle stolen…

Premium Peanut is paving the way for students interested in pursuing a career in the field of engineering technology at South Georgia State College. The company has committed to make the first gift in support of SGSC’s plans to offer a new bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology (MET). SGSC President Dr. Ingrid Thompson-Sellers noted, “As a small community in a rural area, we know the value of strong partnerships that create mutual long-term benefits. As such, this is the kind of investment that will cultivate dividends for years to come.” Premium Peanut, the single-largest peanut shelling facility…

“We are excited to launch this tournament in a new format this year,” said Laura Early, Satilla Riverkeeper. “The Satilla River Fishing Tournament has been a fun way to celebrate the Satilla River, her bounty, and unique recreational opportunities with the community.” This year, participants will register and record their catches through a smart phone app called FishDonkey. The app is free to download, and spectators can watch the leaderboards during the tournament, as well. There will be no in-person gathering this year and will allow anglers to participate and still practice social distancing. The app will allow participants…

Mrs. Ottie Lou Maine Smith, age 77 of Douglas, passed away Sunday, March 14, 2021 at her home following an extended illness. A native of Atkinson County, Mrs. Smith was born September 25, 1943, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Q.B. and Ozelle Davis Maine. After graduating from Atkinson County High School, she attended Waycross Area Vocational School to receive her LPN license and worked as a Hospice Nurse. Mrs. Smith also went to Fayetteville Jr. College in North Carolina where she obtained her AA Degree in Funeral Science to become the first female funeral director ever elected to the…

Rebecca Crosby McKinnon, age 77, of Douglas, GA passed away at home Monday, March 15, 2021 of an extended illness, while surrounded by her loved ones. Becky was born January 31, 1944 in Axson, GA to the late Lige and Cecelia Crosby. She attended Atkinson County High School and married her high school sweetheart, Bobby Eugene McKinnon. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in September of last year. Becky spent many years as Bobby’s helpmate on the family farm. Whether it was cooking for the summer’s tobacco crew, picking bell peppers, or tending the family garden, Becky was always there…