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A Coffee County man was sentenced to federal prison and ordered to pay more than $1.3 million in restitution for fraudulently obtaining funds intended to help businesses struggling financially during the pandemic. Kyle Waldron, 59, of Douglas, Ga., was sentenced to 15 months in prison after pleading guilty to money laundering, said Jill E. Steinberg, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia. U.S. District Court Judge Lisa Godbey Wood also ordered Waldron to pay $1,371,219 in restitution. During the investigation federal agents seized $326,461 from Waldron’s bank accounts, which is subject to forfeiture. Judge Wood ordered Waldron to serve…

The City of Douglas is excited to participate in the 25th anniversary of Georgia Cities Week, sponsored by the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA). The event is designed to highlight and appreciate the various services provided by cities across Georgia. The celebration will take place from April 20-27, 2024, and will feature various events. This year’s Georgia Cities Week theme is “Soaring to New Heights.” “We are immensely proud of our city and the services we offer to our residents and visitors,” said Mayor Tony Paulk. “Cities play a vital role in providing necessary infrastructure and services that facilitate business growth…

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bryan Preston, Jr. of Douglas, Georgia are pleased to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Chelsea Ann, to Colby Taylor Graham, son of Mr. and Mrs. Keith Thomas Graham, also of Douglas. Miss Preston is the maternal granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wendell DeLoyd Bryant of Douglas. She is the paternal granddaughter of Mrs. Janice Pope Preston and the late Mr. Thomas Bryan Preston, Sr. also of Douglas. Miss Preston is a 2014 graduate of Coffee High School, and went on to attend South Georgia State College before transferring her studies to Valdosta…

The Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Sea Shells Seafood, a long-awaited addition to the culinary landscape of Downtown Douglas. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on Monday, April 1, 2024, marked the official introduction of this seafood haven to the community. Sea Shells opened their doors to the public on April 2. Sea Shells Seafood traces its roots back to 2016 when Marcus Hancock, a proud Douglas native, embarked on a mission to bring affordable quality seafood to Middle Georgia. With years of dedication and passion, Marcus perfected his craft, garnering admiration from residents…

On March 23, Coffee County 4-H attended Cloverleaf District Project Achievement hosted at Bacon County Middle/High school in Alma. Eight Coffee County students presented projects on various topics; each of them brought home a medal. These students worked for several weeks preparing a speech and presentation. Fourth graders Macie Buese and Jessa Hall, fifth Grader Kady McClendon and sixth graders Scott Smith and Alyia Hall, received first place in their respective projects. second place winners included fifth grader Laken Paulk and sixth grader Mason Harper. Ben Buese, a sixth grader placed third or his project. The goal of Macie’s and…

Deborah Adams Merritt Barrett , age 71, of Douglas, GA, passed away peacefully at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, GA, on Sunday, March 31st, 2024, following an extended illness. She was born on May 29th, 1952 the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney and Colleen Adams. She was a retired school teacher with the coffee county school system for many years. She helped to teach the young minds of so many children and prepare them for a bright future. She taught at West Green Elementary, Eastside Elementary, Coffee Junior High, and Citizens Christian Academy. She loved her students and…

Mrs. Nadine Burnam Lewis, age 87, of Douglas, Georgia passed away peacefully, Saturday morning, March 30, 2024 at her residence surrounded by loved ones. Mrs. Lewis was born October 31, 1936, in Douglas, GA to the late Kight Burnam and the late Estelle Batten Burnam. She made her career as a bookkeeper with Johnny Morris and Morris Oil Company. Along with her parents, Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Ralph Y. Lewis, and a son, Ralph Larry Lewis; 3 brothers: Jack Burnam, Homer Burnam and Waverly Burnam and 1 sister Edith Burnam Norton. Mrs.…

Patsy Colleen King, age 70, of Ambrose, Ga, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 30th, 2024, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta, Ga. She was born on February 20th, 1954 the daughter of Mr. Herman Roscoe Adkins and Mrs. Viola Kirkland Adkins. Mrs. Patsy was a loving wife, mother and a beloved grandmother. She was a member of Trinity Non-denomination Church in Douglas, Ga. Mrs. Patsy was caring and always there to lend a hand to those who came to her. She now rests in the arms of the Lord and she will forever be remembered…

Mr. Murl Webb Trulove, age 97, of Douglas, Georgia passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024 at Savannah Memorial Hospital in Savannah, Georgia from injuries sustained in an accident, one day shy of his 98th birthday. Mr. Trulove was born March 29, 1926 in Golden, Mississippi to the late Harbart Virgil Trulove and the late Kate Webb Trulove. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and he made his civilian career in the timber industry for many years. Mr. Trulove worked hard, played hard, and loved his family deeply. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death…

Mr. Ricky Eugene Davis, 54 of Douglas, GA. passed away early Thursday morning March 28, 2024 at his home with his loved ones by his side. He was born on August 12, 1969 in FL. to the late Mr. Mr. Robert Davis and Mrs. Emma Jean Bryant Davis. Mr. Davis is survived by his Wife; Tanqa Davis of Douglas, GA. 3 Sons; Cameron Davis, Cade Davis and Adam Reyes. 3 Brother; Robert Davis, Owen Davis and Eric Goodwin 1 Sister; Tina Bullock 3 Grandchildren; Ashlyn Davis, Emmitt Davis and June Eugene Davis Several Nieces, Nephews and other family members also…