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Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson stated last week that all of Georgia’s Regional Commissions saw a slight increase in January unemployment rates. “Georgia’s January unemployment rate hit its lowest point in over a year,” said Commissioner Thompson. “This speaks volumes about our state’s economic resilience and ability to lead when times get tough. Regionally, we are seeing a slight seasonal uptick in January unemployment, but Georgia continues to be forward-thinking in its policy decisions and focus on sustainable economic growth. While we may see some softening of the economy over the coming months, Georgia is in a better position than…

William Lester Hall, age 84, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Sunday, March 24th, 2024, at Kindred Hospital North Florida, following an extended illness. He was born on November 5th, 1939 the son of the late Earnest Hall and Lilly Conger Hall. His survivors include: Wife; Jean C. Hall of Douglas, GA, One Son; Jonathan G. (Analisa) Hall of Douglas, GA, Three Grandchildren; Mitchell Wyatt Hall, Vanessa (Matthew) Sampson, and Sophia Parrish, One Sister; Martha (Donnie) Kirkland of Nicholls, GA, along with several Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by; Four Brothers; David Hall, Alvin Hall, Carl Hall…

Glennis Coleman, age 68, of Douglas, GA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 24th, 2024, at Special Select Hospital in Savannah, GA, following an extended illness. She was born on July 22nd, 1955. She was the beloved wife of Mr. Raymond Coleman, and beloved Mother of Christopher Coleman. Her survivors include; Husband; Raymond Coleman, One Child; Christopher Coleman, One brother; David Leslie Cleveland, and Mother-in-Law; Laverne Coleman. She was preceded in death by; Father; Mr. Cleveland, and Father; Wilburn Cleveland, and Mother; Wilma Kell Cleveland. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 5th, 2024, at Sims Funeral Home in…

Charles (Chase) Michael Harper II, age 32, of Broxton GA, passed away suddenly at Coffee Regional Medical Center on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024. He was born on February 19th, 1992 the son of Bro. Michael and Sis. Debbie Whitley Harper of Broxton, GA. His survivors include: Father; Bro. Michael Harper of Broxton, GA, Mother; Debbie Harper of Broxton, GA, Two Brothers; Cody (Eliza) Harper, Reed Overstreet, Grandmother; Doris Whitley Holton of Alma, GA, Two Uncles; Marc Harper, Ben Wall, One Aunt; Cathy (Robert) Bennett, Eight Nieces and Nephews; Layden Harper, Caysen Bell, Lilah Bell, Lucien Bell, Alayah Bell, Maverick Harper,…

Jeff Monroe Hutcheson Jr., age 67 of Douglas, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, March 23rd, 2024, following an extended illness. He was born on September 6th, 1956 the son of Jeff Monroe Hutcheson Sr. and Jackie Story Hutcheson. His survivors include; His beloved wife; Yvonne Hutcheson, One Daughter; Shakita Paulk, Three Grandchildren; Shaquil Paulk, Ziyada Leslie, and Aquavious Leslie, One Brother; Allen Hutcheson, Four Sisters; Teresa Jackson, Diane Merritt, Brenda Hutcheson, and Peggy (Damon) Rutherford. He was preceded death by; Father; Jeff Monroe Hutcheson Sr., Mother; Jackie Story Hutcheson, and One Brother; Michael Hutcheson. The family will receive friends on…

The Coffee High Trojans traveled to Vidalia High School on March 21 to attend the Indian Invitational. Brantley County, Jenkins County, Metter, Montgomery County, Portal and Vidalia High School were in attendance. The Trojans and Lady Trojans finished third overall in the team standings for the meet. The Coffee High Trojans will travel to Lowndes County for the Hiram Johnson 6th Annual Underclassman Invitational on March 27, 2024. Hiram Johnson is a retired coach/teacher from Lowndes County. Mr. Johnson is a former graduate of George Washington High School and resident of Coffee County. Here are the first place finishers: Iyani…

Bernice “Susie” E. Lott, age 66, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Candler Hospital in Savannah, GA following an extended illness. Ms. Lott was born on November 1, 1957 to the late Paul and Christine Whitley. Ms. Lott was retired from the Coffee County School System and spent most of her career at Ambrose Elementary School. Survivors include: One Daughter; Whitney Lott and Dustin Walker of Pearson, GA, One Grandson; Lincoln Walker of Pearson, GA, One Granddaughter; Tessa Walker of Pearson, GA, and a Sister-in-Law; Shelby Harrell. Ms. Lott was preceded in death by: Her…

Robert Adams, age 52, of Newnan Georgia, passed away suddenly after a brief illness at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, Georgia. His survivors include; One Daughter; Heather (Christopher) Cleveland of Newnan, GA, One Nephew; Jevon Herbert and family of Franklin, GA, along with several cousins. He was preceded in death by; Father; Danny Kee, and Mother; Mattie Landrum Kee. Funeral services will be held at a later date. Memorialization will be by cremation. Sims Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. DouglasNow is your local news source!

Mary Hilton Davis, age 59, of Elizabethtown, KY, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2024 at University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville. She was born in Ventura, CA, to Charles and Barbara Hilton. She was preceded in death by her Husband; Anthony Davis, Her Parents and One Brother; Darryl Hilton. She is survived by her children, Anthony DeWayne (Taylor) Davis of Douglas, Ga, Rebecca LeAnn (Brandon) Dees of Spring, Tx, Charley Marie (Josh) Hallock of Alpharetta, Ga, One Sister; Debbie (Jerry) Wiseman of Elizabethtown, KY, Two Brothers; Mitchell (Stacy) Hilton of SC, James (Ellen) Hilton of VA, Six Grandchildren, and her…

Jessie Mae Vickers, age 88, of Ambrose, GA, passed away at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, GA, on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, following an extended illness. She was born on March 9, 1935, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tom and Lavada Wooten. Her survivors include: Two Sons; Dudley (Mary) Vickers of Ambrose, GA, and Wesley (Darlene) Vickers of Ambrose, GA, Two Daughters; Debbie (Johnny Mac) Haskins of Douglas, GA, Donna (William) Cady of Ambrose, GA, Nine Grandchildren; Adabeth Elrod, Jessica (Nick) Harper, Ada (Alan) Harper, Danielle (Mark) Courson, Trey (Priscilla) Cady, Bryan (Heather) Vickers, Bridgette (Mardy) Mercer, Andrew…