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Mr. Kyle Aubrey Murray, age 52 of Douglas, passed away Friday, April 5, 2019 at his residence following a short illness. Mr. Murray was born June 2, 1966 to the late Clinton Murray and the late Ruby Inez Rentz Murray. Mr. Murray was a self-employed farmer. Survivors include: Daughters Kiala Alisha Murray of Dublin and Kaci Alyssa Murray of Douglas; son Tony Lee Wilson of Cordele; three grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. The memorial service will be held Thursday, April 11, 2019 at 3:00 P.M. at the Chapel of Ricketson Funeral Home with eulogies…

Mrs. Jane Frances Tanner Vincent, age 82 of Axson, passed away Wednesday morning, March 27, 2019 at Baptist Village in Waycross following an extended illness. Mrs. Vincent was born October 10, 1936 to the late Thomas Jonathan Tanner and the late Beadie Guthrie Tanner. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Vincent and four brothers, Ralph Tanner, Ben Tanner, Mark Tanner and Jonathan Tanner. Mrs. Vincent was a homemaker. She was a lifelong member of Stokesville Baptist Church. Survivors include: Sisters: Elva Butler of Axson, Bonnie Griffis and husband Dick of Axson, and several nieces,…

Touchton David Tarrance, age 79, of West Green, passed away on Saturday April 6, 2019 at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Tarrance was born on February 10, 1940 in Nicholls, the son of the late Ivy Touchton Tarrance and Lula Kirkland Tarrance. He was a prominent tobacco auctioneer, a farmer and a member of West Green Church of God. He was also was a member of the Georgia National Guard from 1957 to 1969. Mr. Tarrance was preceded in death by a son, David Martin Tarrance. Survivors include his wife of fifty-seven years, Jacquelyn C. Tarrance of…

Venita Joan Milhollin, age 92, of Douglas, passed away on Friday April 5, 2019 at her residence. Mrs. Milhollin was born on March 19, 1927, in Douglas. She was the daughter of the late Ralph Jacob Paulk and Una Mixon Paulk. We all knew her as Mama or Granny. She taught kindergarten, read stories over the radio for the library of the University of Georgia children’s hour, served as the wife of a Georgia legislator, raised a family teaching us to love one another and love God. For over seventy years, she hosted an Easter celebration and egg hunt…

James Wooten, age 53, of Douglas, passed away on Wednesday April 3, 2019 at Coffee Regional Medical Center. James was born on October 14, 1965 in Atlanta, the son of James Tyrone Wooten and Nellie Mae Mulkey Wooten. Mr. Wooten was a park ranger with General Coffee State Park, an interpreter at Florance Marina State Park and an interpreter at Picketts Mill Battle Field in Dallas, Ga. Survivors include his wife, Lucy L. Wooten of Douglas; two sons, Gordon Wooten of Valdosta and Richard Wooten of Valdosta; parents, James T. and Nellie Mae Wooten of Douglas. Funeral services…

Ant control for homeowners John McLemore County Extension Agent It’s finally arrived! SPRING! It’s time to inspect your lawn for spring yard maintenance. This spring I’m sure you as well as others will be spending time in your yard enjoying spring activities. In the midst of outdoor spring activities you notice several ant hills (pictured above). Ants are common pest in and around homes. They form channels inside mounds for transportation and bedding. Ants feed on different types of food such as fats, starches, and sweets. Knowing the proper chemical to use for ant control is important. Any liquid or…

April is National Safe Digging Month When spring arrives, people start to dig in their yards, plant flowers, trees, and perform other landscaping activities. Did you know that you could damage Georgia’s underground utility system by cutting a line when you begin to dig? The month of April is National Safe Digging Month, and the City of Douglas Utilities Department, wants you to dig safely. According to Georgia 811, Georgia law mandates that, before beginning any mechanized digging or excavation work, you must contact Georgia 811 by using eRequest on www.Georgia811.com or by calling 811 or 1-800-282-7411 at least 48 hours but…

City looking to sell Martin Centre The City of Douglas is looking for individuals or businesses that would like to purchase the historic Martin Centre and continue the foundation that has been laid for quality theatre and cultural performances downtown. Originally built in late 1939 – 1941 as a “Martin” movie house, the theater is now being utilized for rentals, dance recitals, and concerts. “After many years of discussion, the city has decided to sell the Martin Centre,” says Georgia Henderson, Community Development Director. “It was a very tough decision on behalf of the city, however, we had to realize…

DFD holding fundraisers to help one of its own During difficult times or sickness, people often discover the goodness inside of each other. City of Douglas employees are rallying to help aid one of their fellow workmates who has recently been diagnosed with cancer. Firefighter John Brown, works with the Douglas Fire Department, and has been diagnosed with a rare form of sarcoma cancer named Ewings Sarcoma. John is a single father, raising two daughters, who are 12 and 14 years old. To fight the cancer in his body, he has begun aggressive chemotherapy that will last for three months.…

Camera Ready film team visits Douglas On Tuesday, March 26, 2019, and Wednesday, March 27, 2019, Atlanta based Craig Miller Productions, visited Douglas and Coffee County. Craig Miller (Owner/Producer) and Kit Vinsick (Director), came to Douglas to see the World War II Airbase and Flight Training Museum. Jennifer Chilton (Chamber of Commerce Tourism Director) and Blondale Thomas (Douglas Public Information Manager), led the team on a “world tour” of Coffee County featuring the airbase, museum, downtown, restaurants, and the State Park. “While the team was here, we decided to show several film locations in Douglas and Coffee County,” says Blondale…