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A 19-year-old allegedly lied about being a juvenile, attempted to flee when an officer tried to arrest him, then punched the officer in the groin before being taken into custody. According to an incident report from the Douglas Police Department, on June 27, 2025, just before 11 p.m., an officer stopped at the North Madison Avenue Park when he saw two individuals in the park. One of the individuals “demanded to know why I was getting out with them.” The officer told the men they were being detained and were not free to leave. The report says that Deuntra Wesly…

Bruce Arnold, age 56, of Douglas, GA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8th, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 30th, 1968, the son of Mr. John Arnold and the late Jean C. Arnold. His survivors include: sis beloved wife, Gail Arnold; three sons, Chandler (Alayna) Arnold of Douglas, GA, Zachary Arnold of Douglas, GA, and Cameron Ray of Garfield, GA; two grandchildren, John Wade Arnold and Jackson Arnold; three brothers, Greg Arnold of Waycross, GA, Allen (Kelly) Arnold of Douglas, GA, and Tim (Laurie) Arnold of Nicholls, GA; two sisters, Felicia…

William Rogerdale Horton, age 70, of Nicholls, GA, passed away peacefully at Emory University Hospital Midtown in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, July 8th, 2025. He was born on September 17th, 1954, the son of Oria Christeen Driggers. His survivors include: beloved partner, Merita Horton of Mountain City, TN; seven daughters, Mindy Horton of Douglas, GA, Lisa (Scott) Taylor of Broxton, GA, Kelly (Jeffery) Barrs of Nicholls, GA, Christy Barton of Ambrose, GA, Lindsay (Shane) Lipsey of Adel, GA, Laken Horton of Knoxville, TN, and Kelly Bonnell of Ocala, FL; one son, Richard (Dayna) Kilgore of Douglas, GA; nineteen grandchildren, twenty…

Dr. Justin Peterson, an OB/GYN at CRH Women’s Center, recently returned from his fifth mission trip to Patate, Ecuador—a region close to his heart. Accompanied by his wife, Meredith, and their two young sons, Dr. Peterson joined members of Carver Baptist Church and others from across the state to serve the community at Camp Chacauco. During the mission, the team hosted Vacation Bible School for nearly 100 local children, sharing the gospel and creating lasting memories. Their time was also spent improving the grounds of the camp — building a new playground and continuing work on a church structure that…

Neil Floyd, age 42 of Douglas, GA, passed away on Tuesday, July 8th, 2025 at Select Specialty Hospital in Savannah, GA. He was born on November 24th, 2025, the son of the Late Neil Joseph Floyd and Ms. Cheryl Adams. His survivors include: one daughter, Joselyn Floyd of Douglas, GA; mother, Cheryl (John) Adams of Douglas, GA; two brothers, Stuart Floyd of Douglas, GA and Bryan (Heather) Vickers of Baxley, GA; mother of his child, Amanda Smith, along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Neil Joseph Floyd. The family will receive friends on…

Robert Desso Surrency, age 68, of Douglas, GA, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7th, 2025, at Coffee Regional Medical Center. He was born on February 16th, 2025, the son of Mr. Desso Surrency and Mrs. Emily Varnedore. His survivors include: five daughters, Teresa F. (Reyes) Surrency of Douglas, GA, Bobbie Jo (Luis) Surrency of Douglas, GA, Abby Gail (Victor) Surrency of Douglas, GA, Cynthia Marie (John) Price of Sparks, GA, and Brittany Surrency of Douglas, GA; one son, Robert Desso Surrency Jr.; one sister, Linda (Larry) Taylor; eleven grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in…

South Georgia State College provides a unique opportunity for students to begin their college journey through the SGSC Entry Program on the Valdosta State University (VSU) campus. The SGSC Entry Program at VSU (SGSC‑EP at VSU) allows students to complete core curriculum coursework in a supportive setting while experiencing VSU’s campus life and resources. Designed to support student success from the very first semester, the SGSC Entry Program at VSU gives students admitted to SGSC the ability to earn up to 30 credit hours on the VSU campus. The program offers students strong academic and transfer advantages. Participants can complete…

By Stan Popovich Many people who struggle with depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues sometimes have a difficult time taking care of their pets. As a result, here are six ways on how to take care of your pets while you deal with your mental health issues. 1. Do what is most important: It is important that you take care of your pet’s main needs when you are struggling with your anxieties. Feeding your pet, making sure their healthy, and making sure they are living in a safe environment is what is most important. Remember to focus on taking care…

A Douglas man was arrested after he allegedly broke into a vehicle in the middle of the day on June 20, 2025. An incident report from the Douglas Police Department states that on June 20 at approximately 3:15 p.m., an officer responded to a Kitchens Avenue address in reference to an entering an auto. The complainant had video footage of an individual, later identified as Eddie Bernard Williams, 47, of Douglas, allegedly entering a 2017 Dodge Durango. While the responding officer was on the scene, he saw a person wearing the same clothing as the individual in the video walking…

A truck driver who operated a “ghost” tax preparation business on the side in Union City, Georgia, awaits sentencing after pleading guilty to executing a mail fraud scheme to defraud the United States by making claims for refunds of false COVID-19 related employment tax credits. Dantavious Jackson, 39, of Union City, Georgia, pled guilty to mail fraud, said Tara M. Lyons, Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia. Jackson now faces a possible sentence of up to 20 years’ imprisonment, a period of supervised release, restitution, and monetary penalties. As described in the plea agreement, Jackson owned and…