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Cloverleaf Project Achievement is a month away By Kevin Tatum, County Extension Coordinator Students in 4th-6th grades interested in participating in Cloverleaf District Project Achievement (DPA) need to get signed up for their project and started working on it as soon as possible. Cloverleaf DPA will be held in Lyons, on Saturday, November 9. Our registration deadline is October 18. DPA is a contest where a student selects a project area, narrows down their topic, researches that topic, organizes their information, writes a five to six minute speech, prepares visual aids about that speech, practices, and goes to the contest to…

Mr. Jack Edward Steptoe, age 81, of Douglas, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2019, at Coffee Regional Medical Center. Mr. Steptoe was born on July 16, 1938, in Wrightsville, to the late Charlie Felton Steptoe and Lonnie Lee Tapley Steptoe. Survivors include: Wife Doris Marlene Barfield Steptoe of Douglas; daughter Paula (husband, Winston Walker) Steptoe of Savannah; sons Eddie (wife, Denise Josey) Steptoe of Douglas and Scott (husband, Casey Morris) Steptoe of Austin, Texas; grandchildren Jack Steptoe III of Douglas and Andrew Steptoe of Douglas; stepchildren Tammy (husband, Timothy) Fussell of Douglas, Shonie Thomas of Hahira; and step-grandchildren Jad Fussell, Alex…

October promotions at the City of Douglas During the month of October, the City of Douglas will be offering several promotions for their customers. Throughout the month, activities will be designed to educate and show appreciation for Douglas customers. Customer Appreciation Month will be held the entire month of October. Customers are encouraged to register for a $100 credit on their utility account that five lucky customers will win at a drawing on Friday, October 25, 2019 at City Hall. City of Douglas customers will have the opportunity to enjoy FREE hot dogs, chips, and Coke on Friday, October…

Junk drop-off dates for October City of Douglas residents are encouraged to participate in junk drop off dates in 2019. The October date will be Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019 and Saturday, Oct. 19 at the City Pole Yard located at 670 S. Pearl Avenue from 8:30 am-12 noon. Citizens are asked to clean up around their homes and take advantage of this free service. A dumpster will be placed the City Pole Yard, located on Pearl Avenue (behind Post Office), to A dumpster will be placed the City Pole Yard, located on Pearl Avenue, to offer Douglas residents a way to dispose…

Wiregrass and Fort Valley State University sign articulation agreement In an effort to streamline educational opportunities, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College and Fort Valley State University (FVSU) have signed an articulation agreement. Wiregrass graduates who have earned an Associate of Science in General Studies can continue their education by transferring to FVSU to earn a bachelor’s degree. The agreement will allow graduates of Wiregrass’ A.S. in General Studies to transfer the entire program to Fort Valley State University. Fort Valley State University is ranked #1 in the state for public Historically Black College and Universities in Georgia. “Wiregrass is excited about…

Mr. Ted Lynn Adams, age 66 of Douglas, passed away early Tuesday morning, October 1, 2019 at Dorminy Medical Center in Fitzgerald following an extended illness. Mr. Adams was born December 31, 1952 to the late William Chester Adams and the late Fronna Bell Chauncey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, William Mason Adams. Mr. Adams, a native of Coffee County, was self-employed as a tree surgeon. He attended Covenant Christian Church. Survivors include his wife June Solomon Adams of Douglas; children Jason Duren and Stacey Adams, both of Douglas, and Candace Bracewell…

On Saturday, September 28, 2019, the South Georgia State College Lady Hawks hosted the Highlanders of Gordon State College, who are currently leading the way in the Georgia Collegiate Athletic Association (GCAA) as the first place team. After a 3-2 loss back on September 10 in Barnesville, the Lady Hawks expected an exciting game for spectators, and thrilling it was. After a scoreless back-and-forth first half, the deadlock was broke in the 75th minute through some tight combination with Tamoy Phillips and Serena Neslon. Serena finished the chance as the shot was deflected and went past the goalkeeper into…

New clothing store comes to downtown On the afternoon of Friday, September 27, the Douglas-Coffee County community celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting for Prestige: Fine Clothing for Men and Women located at 102 North Peterson Avenue in Douglas. Many friends and family gathered to support business owners Lynda Mobley and her son Dudley Mobley. Mr. Mobley thanked all those in attendance for their support and encouragement for the new business. On behalf of the Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce, Exec. VP Lisa Hodge and Board Chairman Donny Bradshaw shared congratulatory remarks for the Mobley Family’s new venture of opening a…

Late season drought: When should you turn off the irrigation? John McLemore, County Extension Agent This week’s article is a blog post from the University of Georgia pecan web page. Dr. Lenny Wells, UGA Pecan Specialist, wrote an informative article about the current environmental conditions, and solutions to reduce yield loss in pecan orchards. I’ve had a number of calls so far this week and the end of last week asking, “when is it ok to turn off the water?” You can usually cut way back at this point. The problem is that we are in a severe drought which…

Cow Tippers holds ribbon cutting On the morning of Friday, September 27, the Douglas-Coffee County community celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting for Cow Tippers Burger Company located at 216 North Madison Avenue in Douglas. Many friends and family gathered to support the restaurant’s owners, John Deems, Shawn Knight, Rodney Knight, and Jason Knight. Shawn Knight spoke on behalf of his partners and thanked all those in attendance for their support and encouragement for the new business. He also recognized Jason Knight for serving as the restaurant’s managing partner. Pastor Chris Watson from GracePointe Church prayed for blessings on…