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Peggy B. Davis, age 67, of Douglas, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mrs. Davis was born on December 1, 1950, the daughter of the late William Lankford Brantley and Lena Mae Rawlins Brantley Vickers. She retired from PCC after 31 years of service and attended Saving Grace Ministries. Survivors include: her husband, Terrell Davis of Douglas, GA; daughters: Sabrina Patton and husband Ronnie of Douglas, GA and Selena Ann Busby and husband Bobby of Douglas, GA; son, Andy Davis and spouse Keith Stewart of Lexington, Kentucky; 8 grandchildren…

By Hannah Spivey, GWCFC journalism On Thursday, May 10, 2018, Future Farmers of America (FFA) members from around the area traveled to Waycross, Georgia where the annual Area 6 FFA banquet was held. At the banquet, students were fed and honored for their achievements throughout the year. The George Washington Carver Freshman Campus (GWCFC) chapter received several awards throughout the night. The chapter earned a total of eight plaques throughout the night. The chapter treasurer, Jordan Wright, received an award for his treasure book, which is a detailed record of the chapter’s receipts and disbursements. The Horse Judging team was…

As the parent or guardian of a student currently enrolled in our school district, we are writing to notify you that under state law you may request to transfer your child to another public school in the Coffee County School System for the upcoming 2018-2019 school year. Parent ResponsibilitiesAs a parent or guardian, you can request to have your child transferred to another public school within your school district of residence as long as the school district has determined that there is available classroom space at the school after all assigned students have been enrolled. Please keep in mind that…

The Douglas Fire Department is happy to announce the promotion of Brantley Anderson to Fire Inspector. In 1997, Anderson entered the Fire Department as a firefighter and has held various leadership positions such as Lieutenant and Shift Captain. Chief Wilson states, “The decision was made by management in view of his support for the department during the 21 years that he has served with the Douglas Fire Department.” As Fire Inspector, Anderson will handle downtown business inspections and fire prevention education for the citizens of Douglas.

Local law enforcement agencies were thanked by the Douglas Mayor’s Youth Council for their service at the DYMC meeting on Thursday, May 17, 2018.

At the regular Douglas Mayor’s Youth Council on Thursday, May 17, 2018, the DYMC recognized the youngest member of the Chamber of Commerce, Zipporiah Wilcox. Ms. Wilcox utilizes her Christian faith to promote “girl power” among young ladies throughout the community. A designer of t-shirts and jewelry, Ms. Wilcox plans to expand her business to include faith-based items for young men. “Ms. Wilcox is a very good example of youth in our community and their leadership qualities,” says Mayor Tony Paulk. “I am sure we will see some great things from this young entrepreneur in the future.”

The Board of the Georgia Academy for Economic Development announces Coffee County graduates from the 2018 Region 11 Multi-Day Training Program. Class participants represented a number of professional and non-professional economic development fields, including elected officials, public servants, business leaders, educators, and social service providers from 18 counties in South Central Georgia. The Academy provided each of the graduates an opportunity to gain a unique understanding of the complexities of economic and community development on the local, regional, and state levels. Coffee County graduates at the May 22 ceremony included: Lisa Hodge and Tracy McClelland. Created in 1993, the Academy…

South Georgia State College (SGSC) will celebrate the inauguration of its eighth president, Dr. Ingrid Thompson-Sellers, with a series of events slated for the week of September 17-21, 2018. These events will culminate with the investiture ceremony led by University System of Georgia Chancellor Steve Wrigley on Friday, September 21, 2018, at 9:30 a.m. in McGouirk Auditorium in Peterson Hall on the Douglas Campus. Prior to becoming president at South Georgia State College, Thompson-Sellers served as a Senior Associate Dean and professor of Business Information Systems at Georgia State University. In addition, she served in a variety of roles at…

The Commodore Oliver Bowen Chapter, National Society Daughters of American Revolution of Douglas recently installed new officers for the upcoming year. Regent: Deborah Patton; Vice Regent: Harriet Youngblood; Secretary: Beverly Thomas; Chaplain: Joy Roberson; Treasurer: Jan MacQuinn; Registrar: Linda Smith; Historian: Ann Sheppard; Parliamentarian: Sandra Mingledorff The objectives of the Commodore Oliver Bowen Chapter NSDAR are to promote historic preservation along with encouraging active participation in educational and patriotic endeavors.

Rev. Douglas Walker, Pastor, Douglas First United Methodist Church was the speaker at the Douglas Kiwanis Club meeting on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at the Flyin’ Cowboy restaurant. He spoke about his recent trip to the Holy Land. The Kiwanis Club members enjoyed and appreciated his presentation.