The Coffee High School Theatre Company has cast and begun practicing for this semester’s play called The Elf on a Shelf Must Die by Don Zolidis. This comedy one-act play is full of Christmas cheer and dad jokes for any family. But shield the eyes and ears of the little ones, as some elves on shelves might be harmed in the process. The play will be directed by Coffee High School’s new Theatre Director, Bryce Carver, and will be cast and crewed solely by CHS students. The cast and crew will be practicing and rehearsing to compete across the region…
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Coffee Regional Medical Center is proud to recognize Brook Griffin, BSN, RN, CEN, an Emergency Department nurse at CRMC, for recently completing both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and earning the Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) credential. Brook’s accomplishments represent a significant investment in professional education and emergency nursing expertise. Her CEN certification is particularly meaningful as Coffee Regional continues its participation in the Kids Alliance for Better Care (KidsABC), a collaboration involving Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Mercer University School of Medicine and the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center focused on strengthening pediatric emergency care in rural communities. Participating KidsABC hospitals are required to have…
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper has announced that the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) has adopted the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) National Fuel Waiver issued on August 20, 2026, to help address fuel supply disruptions impacting refining capacity and energy distribution across the country and lower gas prices for Georgians. “As high fuel prices persist, we’re taking action to give Georgians a break at the gas pump,” said Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper. “By adopting this federal waiver, we’re able to increase the available supply of fuel, while maintaining strict quality standards and certifying pumps across the state to ensure…
Myrtle L. Smith, age 87, of Douglas, Georgia, passed away on August 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Myrtle was born on November 13, 1938, in Douglas, Georgia, to Ira (Buddy) Lott and Lois Lott. She spent her life devoted to her family and the people she loved. Myrtle was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her family was an important part of her life, and the memories they shared with her will continue to be cherished for generations. She is survived by her children, Donna Smeltzer and Vicki Jones (Tommy); grandchildren, Brandi West…
Terry Elaine Johnson, age 66, of Douglas, GA, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, August 27, 2026. She was born on May 3, 1960, the daughter of the late Mr. Charles Wood and the late Mrs. Evelyn Johnson Wood. Her survivors include one brother, Dana Johnson; ten nieces and nephews: Desmond Johnson, Shawana Johnson Boudreaux, Marie Johnson, Jeris Layrisson, Rhett Johnson, Corey Johnson, Kiersten Schnider, Taylor Ikerd, Daniel Wasley, and Andrew Johnson. She was preceded in death by father Charles Wood, mother Evelyn Johnson Wood, and brother Raymond Johnson. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 31,…
The Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce is helping expand one of Coffee County’s successful student entrepreneurship initiatives by bringing together local education partners to broaden participation in Georgia FLEX. Beginning this school year, Citizens Christian Academy will join the Coffee County School System in participating in FLEX, creating new opportunities for students across the community to develop, launch and operate their own businesses while building leadership, financial, communication and entrepreneurial skills. FLEX — the Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurship Experience — is a statewide entrepreneurship program for high school students that immerses participants in the real-world process of starting and operating a business. Students…
Mrs. Susan Annette Sears, age 67, of Nicholls, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday afternoon, August 26, 2026, at Kindred Hospital in Green Cove Springs, Florida, following a recent illness. Susan was born October 3, 1958, in Douglas, Georgia, to the late John William Odum and the late Lula Mae Story Odum. She was a homemaker, and a loving mother who found her greatest joy in time spent with her children and grandchildren, and watching “Little House On the Prairie”. She also enjoyed shopping, thrifting, and playing BINGO. Along with her parents, Susan was preceded in death by her husband,…
September is National Recovery Month and is an opportunity to celebrate that progress, recognize those who make recovery possible, and invite every American to be part of building recovery-ready communities. Unison Behavioral Health officials and Mayor Paulk would like to express the importance of being supportive to a person who is in recovery and to offer guidance to help them remain on the recovery pathway. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SMAHSA), recovery is transforming lives in every community across America. National Recovery Month is an opportunity to celebrate that progress, recognize those who make recovery…
Antonio Rivas, age 84, of Douglas, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at his home. He was born on June 6, 1942. His survivors include his wife, Maria A. Acevedo-Rivas of Douglas, Georgia; seven sons: Jose Antonio Rivas of Douglas, Georgia, Isaias Rivas of Douglas, Georgia, Jose G. Rivas, Humberto Rivas, Jaimie Rivas of Douglas, Georgia, Benigno Rivas of Douglas, Georgia, and Salvador Rivas of Douglas, Georgia; two daughters: Maria Elena Rivas of Douglas, Georgia, and Refugio Rivas of Arkansas; 35 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; three brothers: Salvador Rivas of Mexico, Rafael Rivas of Mexico, and Fidel…
The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that unemployment rates fell in all of Georgia’s Regional Commissions in July. “July brought a clear victory for Georgia: Unemployment fell in every single metro area and region,” said Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes. “When state leaders, local communities and Main Street businesses row in the same direction, results follow. We aren’t slowing down – our focus remains on putting Georgians to work, growing paychecks and building real opportunity in every corner of the state.” Here is a synopsis of each regional commission: Atlanta Regional Commission The unemployment rate was down three-tenths to…