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A pair of alleged meth-dealing women are behind bars at the Coffee County Jail following a lengthy investigation by local drug agents. Around noon, Monday, Sept. 18, 2017, detectives with the Douglas-Coffee Drug Unit (DCDU) ended a two-month investigation that resulted in the arrest of 42-year-old Krystel Merritt of Douglas. On Aug. 4, 2017, a Coffee County K-9 deputy conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by 44-year-old Christina Maria Lott of Douglas, for a traffic violation. A brief investigation was conducted, and verbal consent was given for officers to search Lott’s vehicle. During the search, officers discovered approximately one…

Mayor Paulk signs proclamation for American Legion Day On Thursday, September 14, 2017, Mayor Paulk signed a proclamation declaring September 16, 2017 as American Legion Day. Mayor Paulk urges all citizens to support the American Legion and their fundraisers which help raise funds for veteran activities in our community. L-R: Jerome Loving (American Legion Post 515 Commander), Mayor Tony Paulk, and Mr. James Perry (Post 515 Member) Mayor Paulk signs proclamation for “Screen shot ‘We will not’ anti-bullying campaign Mayor Paulk signed a proclamation on September 1, 2017 for the “Screen Shot, ‘We Will Not’” Anti-Bullying Campaign that focuses on…

Mr. Robert Irvin Sprinkle, age 70, of Douglas, GA passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2017, at Coffee Reginal Medical Center Mr. Sprinkle was born on May 14, 1947, in Glynn Co. Georgia to the late Samuel Irvin Sprinkle and Myrtle Louise Ely Sprinkle. Survivors include: wife, Mary Sprinkle of Douglas, GA; sons: Robert (Pamela) Sprinkle of Douglas, GA, Richard Sprinkle of Douglas, GA, Randall (Cynthia) Sprinkle of Douglas, GA; brothers: Elton Steptoe of Jacksonville, FL, Danny Malone of Jacksonville, FL, Wayne Malone of Jacksonville, FL; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service was held on…

Mrs. Donna Sue Hardy Browning, age 51, of Douglas, GA passed away Saturday morning, September 16, 2017 at her residence following a short illness. Mrs. Browning was born in Jasper, TX on October 1, 1965 to the late Dwain Husbands and the late Joanne Hardy. Mrs. Browning was a homemaker. She attended West Ward Church of God. Survivors include: her husband, Donald “Donnie” Browning of Douglas, GA; daughter, Sara Elizabeth Browning of Douglas, GA; sister, Candace Husbands of Texas:; brother, Ronnie Husbands of Texas; several ieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Memorial Services and Inurnment will be held…

Coffee County Schools will be conducting their Substitute Teacher Workshop on Thursday, September 21, 8 a.m.–noon at the Board of Education office, 1311 South Peterson Avenue. This date replaces the original date of September 13 that was cancelled due to inclement weather and power outages. Attendance for the workshop will be based on those individuals who originally registered prior to September 13. A waiting list has been created, if space becomes available the morning of the workshop. The school system appreciates everyone’s understanding with the changes.

By Kevin Tatum 4-H VOLUNTEER LEADER UPDATE MEETING 4-H Volunteer Leaders who are current with their status need to remain current by attending an event, meeting, or activity within a six month window. If someone goes longer than six months, they will have to start the application process all over again to become a volunteer. To help volunteers avoid this problem, there is a 4-H Volunteer Leader Update Meeting scheduled for Monday, September 25th, at 6 PM in the 4-H office meeting room. If you are not sure if you need to attend, please contact the 4-H office at (912)…

The Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that April Doherty, a teacher at Indian Creek Elementary School, will be the keynote speaker at the Women in Business: Think Pink event that celebrates breast cancer survivors this year. The event will be held on Thursday, Oct. 12 at Central Square. On Feb. 25, 2016, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. However, cancer does not define her. April is a wonderful, caring individual who has faced this challenge head-on. She is married to Pat Doherty, who works with the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office. They just celebrated 16 years of…

What good could two men, dressed in black and lurking around a package store in the early morning hours, possibly be doing? Probably not much. This was the scene around 4:30 a.m. Friday when a Coffee County patrol deputy observed two individuals outside Bag’s Package Store off U.S. Highway 221 North in the Oak Park community. The deputy turned his vehicle around and attempted to make contact with the men, at which point they each fled on foot in separate directions. The deputy began searching the area and located one of the suspects hiding in some bushes at a residence…

The demolition of the downtown building located at 106 South Madison Avenue, has been scheduled to begin as soon as possible on Thursday, September 14, 2017. During the demolition, a portion of South Madison Avenue between Ashley Street (SR 32 East) and Ward Street (SR 32 West), will be temporarily closed. At this time, it is unknown how long demolition may take place. As soon as the area and roadway is safely cleared from debris, the roads will re-open. The building scheduled for demolition is located between Trophy World and Shop Eve, and/or across the street from Dewey & Franklin Hayes Attorney offices. Detour and road closure signage…

Mr. Demory Hillman McBee, Jr., age 43, of Douglas, GA passed away Tuesday morning, September 12, 2017 at Coffee Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Mr. McBee was born July 3, 1974 in Augusta, GA to Demory Hillman McBee, Sr. and Carol Lamb McBee Burch. Mr. McBee was preceded in death by a brother Delmar McBee. Mr. McBee was employed by Benton Garage as an auto mechanic. Survivors include: children: Kirsten McBee, Shelby Lynn McBee and Dylan McBee all of Blackshear, GA; father: Demory Hillman McBee, Sr. of Tavares, FL; mother, Carol Lamb Burch of Douglas, GA; brothers: Jamie…