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SGSC receives funding for African-American Male Initiative program South Georgia State College (SGSC) has received a $7,000 award from the University System of Georgia (USG) to fund the 2019-2020 African-American Male Initiative program for its students. The USG AAMI’s goal is to significantly increase the graduation rates and the number of degrees conferred upon African-American males at SGSC. Participants will experience cultural events and educational trips in addition to workshops designed to cover topics of relevance to African-American males. “The activities and opportunities will fall in line with our college’s vision to prepare and graduate students who will accomplish their career goals…

MC Electrical Services makes equipment donation to Wiregrass The Industrial Systems Technology programs on the Valdosta and Coffee Campuses received equipment donations from MC Electrical Services, Inc. valued around $7,500 for both campuses. The equipment generously donated was 5 Schneider Electric Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Altivar 71 units. The equipment has many uses in relation to the field of Industrial Systems. Some of the ways the instructors will be able to utilize it in the classroom include: helping students use the drives to understand industrial motor controls, draw a wiring diagram to show the electrical connection of the VFD, and…

Pet Therapy Club visits Vista Park By: Kevin Tatum, County Extension Coordinator We want to thank our 4-H members who participated in the 4-H Pet Therapy Visitation at Vista Park on Monday, October 14. Participants included: CCA: Kensley Day and Mary Lynn Peacock; Eastside: Lillyann Clark and Chloe Ferris; Junior: Glenn O’Steen; Senior: Dawson Miller and Kimberly Wright; and Westside: Delilah Merritt. Adults: Kaci H. Day, Glenda Ferris, Fran Merritt, Jason O’Steen, Victor Peacock, and Patti Wright. 4-H members who have friendly pets are invited to join our 4-H Pet Therapy Club which will take friendly pets to visit the residents at the local assisted…

Katie Lin McKeon, age 35, of Kennesaw, passed away on Monday October 14, 2019 following an extended illness. Katie was born January 19, 1984 in Marietta. Katie had a zest for life. Her positive outlook, along with her sparkling spirit remained bright in spite of a lifetime of chronic illnesses. Her sweet spirit touched everyone she met. Katie held her family and friends close to her with nothing but pure love. Katie had a special gift as a caretaker and caring for her family in their time of need. She also accomplished her certification as a Hospice Volunteer and had aspirations…

Three points. That’s how close the South Georgia State College cross country team came from winning the GCAA region championship Wednesday afternoon in Milledgeville. Three Hawks placed in the top 10 and one, sophomore Shanya Washington (Ware County), finished third overall with a 22:15 and a spot on the All Region team. Georgia Military College finished in first place with 36 points while SGSC came in next with 39. In a cruel twist, SGSC’s average team time was nine seconds faster than Georgia Military’s time. The Hawks knew they were in a good position heading into the final…

Mrs. Evelyn Fay “Nina” Waldhour, age 88, of Dougas (formerly of Rincon), passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, at Lakeside Assisted Living Home. Mrs. Waldhour was born on July 15, 1931, in Savannah to the late Ralph Thomas Hinely and Evelyn Lucille Morgan Hinely. Survivors include: Daughters Claire (husband Randy) Braswell of Douglas and Elaine Holloway of Griffin; and a son, Richard (wife Sue) Waldhour of Costa Rica; grandchildren Teresa Waldhour, Jamie Waldhour, Joanna Waldhour, Jared (wife Ruth Ann) Holloway, Jacob (wife Priscilla) Holloway, Josiah (wife Darlena) Holloway, Hannah Grace Holloway, Sarah E. Braswell, Rev. Luke (wife Brianne) Braswell, Anna Braswell, Mary Esther…

Your Décor Outlet opens with ribbon cutting this past Tuesday Friends, family and community members gathered to help celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Your Décor Outlet on Tuesday, October 15 at 511 South Peterson Avenue in Douglas. Store owners Michelle Edmisten and her husband, Police Chief Shane Edmisten, recently moved to Douglas to make it their new home. After searching for the best location to open a business, followed by several weeks working on renovations (previously ProCare Home Healthcare Services), they have transformed the building into a showcase for furniture and home accessories at amazingly low prices.…

Walmart has grants available for community organizations In 1962, Sam Walton opened the doors of the first Walmart. He recognized the value of bringing affordable products to people in small towns. Walmart has been helping people save money – and live better – ever since. In 1982, the Walmart Foundation was created to help support the communities Walmart serves. Together, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation generally provide more than $1 billion in cash and in-kind annual giving. We focus on areas where we can do the most good – combining the unique strengths of the business alongside our philanthropy. Our…

Wiregrass, GSW answering the need for long-term care management Within the next 11 years all baby boomers will be older than 65 causing them to outnumber children for the first time in U.S. history according to the U.S. Census.gov. With this increasing number of senior adults the need for more workers in the long-term care field is growing. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Labor the demand for Medical and Health Services Managers will increase in the next 10 years by 18 percent, which is much faster than average. This includes healthcare facilities, including hospitals, and nursing homes. …

Sandra Walker, age 80, of Ambrose, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2019, at Coffee Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Walker was born on September 5, 1939, in Douglas to the late Clark Dennis Vickers and Clara Virginia Paulk Vickers. Survivors include: Daughter Trina (husband Dr. Steve) Wilkerson of Willachoochee; son Dr. Trey (wife Wendy) Denton of Statesboro; brother Kirby Vickers of Ambrose; sister Virginia Mayers of Ponte Vedra, Fla.; granddaughters Dustin Deen, Michele Donahue, Shay Wilkerson, Dr. Esta Shah and Dr. Kimberly Koch; grandsons Daniel Denton and Gage Wilkerson; great-great children Eliza Vaughn, Macey Smith, Demi Donahue, Lily Denton, Kindle…