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Mr. Henry Lee “Hank” McDaniel and Mrs. Mona Diane Doolittle (Gerald Doolittle) of Fitzgerald, GA, are ecstatic to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Hannah Nicole McDaniel, to Bryce Gavin Carver, son of the late Mr. James Harry Carver and Mrs. Sabrina Jean Carver of Douglas, GA. Hannah McDaniel is the maternal granddaughter of the late Mr. Rosby Lee Mulkey and Mrs. Julia F. Jones and the late Mr. George Jones of Fitzgerald, GA. She is the paternal granddaughter of the late Mr. Henry Leon McDaniel and the late Mrs. Ernestine McDaniel of Irwinville, GA. Bryce Carver…

The City of Douglas and GFL Environmental will continue to offer free residential Junk Drop-Off Days to help citizens rid properties of excess trash and large items. Normally, the dates are on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays (excluding holiday weekends) each month at Shirley Avenue (corner of Shirley Ave. and College Park Dr.) from 8:30am-11:45am. Citizens must be in the drop-off line prior to 11:30am. The drop-off dates for 2025 are as follows: January 4 & 18, February 1 & 15, March 1 & 15, April 5 & 19, May 3 & 17, June 7 & 21, July 19, August…

Hurricane Helene caused significant destruction in Douglas and Coffee County, damaging over 60 years’ worth of trees and vegetation and producing thousands of tons of debris. Coffee County has contracted independent companies to assist with the cleanup of debris from homes and yards. It is estimated that there are about 3 million cubic yards of debris to pick up, and as of December 16, 2024, only 1.7 million cubic yards had been collected. “The debris cleanup from Helene is a massive undertaking. It will take multiple rounds over the next six months to clear all the trees and other debris,”…

Hurst & Hurst CPAs, a leader in tax and accounting for small businesses, announced Tonya McQueen has joined the team as accounting manager. McQueen is a seasoned professional in the accounting industry, has demonstrated a consistent commitment to excellence, and has achieved notable success in her career. With a strong understanding of accounting and a proven track record of building strong client relationships, McQueen is poised to make significant contributions to Hurst & Hurst CPAs. Tonya will be focused on working with the accounting team to deliver client solutions based on her strong background. Tonya’s experience includes payroll, accounting, and…

The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that unemployment claims were down in all of Georgia’s regional commissions during the month of November. “Georgia proves that smart leadership and bold policies drive economic success,” said GDOL Emergency Interim Successor Louis DeBroux. “While other states struggle with overregulation and economic uncertainty, Georgia’s economy is thriving—job numbers are up in 12 regions, unemployment claims are down across the board, and businesses continue to choose our state as the best place to grow and invest. These results don’t happen by accident; they are the product of strong fiscal policies and a commitment to…

Dr. Richard Woods, Georgia Superintendent of Schools, visited Coffee County Schools on December 19, 2024, to honor three schools for their exceptional accomplishments in math and literacy. West Green Elementary, Westside Elementary, and Wiregrass Regional College and Career Academy were recognized for their significant growth and achievement in these critical areas. “Congratulations to our first-ever Math Leader schools!” said Superintendent Woods. “The skill of numeracy is essential for students’ success both in school and in their future lives. These schools and their educators have worked diligently to implement the new K-12 Mathematics Standards and equip all students for life. I…

South Georgia State College’s men’s basketball team has finished the first two months of the regular season 11-2 with the start of the conference schedule just around the corner. The Hawks won their first seven games before falling to Chipola College (73-58) on the road Dec. 3. The next three games included wins over Eastern Florida State (69-65), Brunswick Community College (87-53), and Indian River State (86-74). Eastern Florida snapped the Hawks’ three-game winning streak Dec. 14 in Waycross (74-62). SGSC rebounded Dec. 17 for a 98-79 win over Florida Gateway College. As a team, the Hawks have averaged 83…

The Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce is happy to announce the winners of the 60th Annual Festival of Lights Christmas Parade. The Chamber would like to say a big thank you to everyone who came out and everyone who participated to make this a fantastic parade. The workmanship this year was amazing, especially after all Coffee County has been through these past few months. It was great to see everyone show-up and show-out for our community. It was a tough decision by judges and Chamber staff, but the winners are: Joy to the World Award – This award goes to…

On Friday, December 6, 2024, the Douglas-Coffee County Veterans Park Committee hosted its annual Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Ceremony at 10 AM at Cadet Park, located at 1 Airport Circle. The Citizen’s Christian Academy Choir performed at the ceremony, which was attended by members of the public. This event emphasized the importance of honoring the servicemen and women who were killed or wounded during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, which led to the United States’ entry into World War II on December 7, 1941. Mr. David “Red” Fehr, Jr. Vice Commander of VFW Post 5976, served as the Master…

On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, the GBI arrested and charged Miguel Gonzalez, age 17, of Douglas, GA, with Aggravated Assault, Felony Murder, and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime. On Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at about 2 a.m., the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Douglas was requested by the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office after a 911 call led deputies to the 100 block of Park Place Road in Douglas regarding a shooting incident. Miguel was taken into custody on scene after the initial investigation showed he shot and killed his father, Israel Rivera Cruz, age 45,…