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Ms. Judy T. Crawford 63, of Nicholls, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She is the daughter of the late Billy Ray Taylor Sr., and Joan Harris. Ms. Crawford is survived by her son, Jimmy (Cricket) Taylor (Kellie) of Alma; granddaughter Brilee Taylor of Alma; brothers Billy Ray Taylor Jr. (Angie), George Allen Taylor, David Randell Moore (Janell) and Benjamin Taylor (Shermalee); sisters Teresa Palmer (Joseph), Peggy Sue Hutchinson (Demon), Michelle Burch and Brenda Moore; special friend Kim Newcomb and several nieces, nephews and other family members also survive. Other than her parents, Ms. Crawford was…

As America rings in the new year, CRMC Wound Care & Hyperbaric Clinic is reminding its patients that if they or a loved one has a non-healing wound, the clinic can help heal that wound. Approximately 15 percent of Medicare patients in the United States have at least one type of wound or infection. Left untreated, foot or leg wounds may result in limited mobility, lower quality of life and possible amputation. “The new year is a great time to remind patients that if they are suffering from any type of wound, our center can get them on…

As America rings in the new year, CRMC Wound Care & Hyperbaric Clinic is reminding its patients that if they or a loved one has a non-healing wound, the clinic can help heal that wound. Approximately 15 percent of Medicare patients in the United States have at least one type of wound or infection. Left untreated, foot or leg wounds may result in limited mobility, lower quality of life and possible amputation. “The new year is a great time to remind patients that if they are suffering from any type of wound, our center can get them on…

John McLemore, County Extension Agent Coffee County Extension is committed to fostering a healthy and prosperous Georgia by providing science-based information to families, farmers, and communities. In 2019, Coffee County Extension honored this commitment through a variety of programing. We want to share with you our 2019 Annual Report. For more information, please contact the Coffee County Extension office at 912-384-1402. Agriculture Coffee County continues to be one of Georgia’s ten largest agricultural counties. The 2018 agricultural statistics reports Coffee County’s annual farm gate value at over $296.2 million. The UGA Extension Agriculture agent began work in Coffee County in…

On Thursday, January 17, 2020, the Douglas-Coffee County community celebrated the grand re-opening and ribbon cutting for Anytime Fitness with new owner Buddy Watkins and his wife, Jordan. Jay Graham, brother-in-law, provided a prayer for the Watkins family and their new business venture. On behalf of the Douglas-Coffee Co Chamber of Commerce Board, Dr. Tracy McClelland thanked Anytime Fitness for partnering with the chamber and offered support from the board and staff. City of Douglas Mayor Tony Paulk shared his appreciation for the Watkins’ investment in Downtown Douglas and wished them great success. Mr. Watkins extended his sincere appreciation to…

Kevin Tatum, County Extension Coordinator Cloverleaf 4-H Camp is a week of fun and learning as 4-H members meet 4-H members from other counties, experience adventure in the workshops at Rock Eagle, swim in one of the two swimming pools, slide down the two story water slide at pool 2, are entertained by the counselors at the variety show, and much more. 4-H members from Coffee County will leave on Monday, June 1, for five days and four nights of fun. The camp is located just north of Eatonton, Georgia, in the heart of the Georgia Piedmont region. We…

Ms. Georgia Gail Raper Johns, age 70 of Douglas, passed away Tuesday evening, January 21, 2020 at Coffee Regional Medical Center following a brief illness. Ms. Johns was born June 6, 1949 to the late Robert Lee Raper and the late Ethel Stevens Raper. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandchild, Charlie Nicole Bryan. Ms. Johns was a manager with Walmart Distribution Center in Douglas. She loved to travel, fish, cook and play Bingo. She was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include: Daughters: Brenda Bryan and husband Frankie of Millwood, Denise Crosby and…

Ryan Z. White, age 44, of Douglas, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2020 at his residence. Mr. White was born on February 12, 1975 in Coffee County, the son of the late Cleveland Barry White and the late Georgia Alice Seabolt White. Ryan was self-employed and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Darren White and a sister, Sherry Tanner. Survivors include brother, Robin White (Carin) of Douglas; sister, Julie Anderson of Douglas; children, Cheyenne Porter of Douglas and Cleveland White of Douglas; several nieces, nephews and other…

William Carroll Spivey, age 72, of Nicholls, passed away on Monday January, 20, 2020 at Coffee Regional Medical Center. Mr. Spivey was born on May 2, 1947 in Douglas, the son of the late William Spivey and the late Gladys Harper Spivey. Mr. Spivey was a local farmer and a member of Pineview Church of God in West Green. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Sophia Spivey; two brothers, Lee Spivey and Thurman Spivey; and three sisters, Earnestine Dupree, Frances Harper and Ineva Harper. Survivors include his wife, JoAnn Harper Spivey of Nicholls;…

Optima Chemical Group LLC is pleased to announce it has been recognized for its outstanding efforts in improving environmental, health, safety and security (EHS&S) by the Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA), the leading trade association representing specialty and fine chemical manufacturers. Optima Chemical participates in SOCMA’s ChemStewards® program that has for 13 years encouraged and recognized companies for operating their facilities in an environment that promotes safety and environmental compliance to all stakeholders. Optima Chemical President Gene Williams accepted the Silver Performance Improvement Award in Product Stewardship during a ceremony at SOCMA Week in New Orleans…