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Editor: My name is Cassie Coley. I am writing this letter to advocate for, and hopefully, to raise awareness about the mental health needs of U.S. Veterans. Although we do have legislation in place that aims to ensure that veteran mental health needs are met, there continues to be a high rate of suicide among war veterans as well as a gap in the delivery of services to address mental illness. It has been found that 1 in 4 veterans commit suicide in direct relation of a mental health illness. My goal is to raise awareness in the Coffee County…

A 26-year-old Douglas woman faces domestic violence charges after allegedly beating her ex-boyfriend during a Wednesday incident before tossing a container of weed killer through a window at his home. Deputies responded to a residence off Highway 32 East around 1 p.m., May 3, in reference to a domestic dispute. The victim stated the offender, identified as Amanda Katherine Davis, entered his home and began hitting and scratching him. The victim added Davis then threw a container of Round-Up through a window of the residence as she was leaving. Deputies observed scratches on the victim’s chest and shoulder, along with…

Optima Chemical and the American Chemical Society (ACS) Southwest Georgia Chapter recognized outstanding chemistry undergraduate students from nine universities and colleges in the region. The awards luncheon was held at the Douglas Golf & Country Club on Saturday, April 29, 2017. This year’s award makes the 10th year anniversary supporting this great cause for Science Education. Student award winners, accompanied by parents and nominated professors, were in attendance along with representation from Optima. The purpose of the award is to recognize and encourage outstanding students in their pursuit of careers in chemistry, engineering and related sciences. ACS is the world’s…

Dr. James Banks, assistant superintendent for Coffee County Schools, spoke at the Douglas Kiwanis Club meeting on Tuesday, May 2 at the Flyin’ Cowboy restaurant. He gave a presentation of Coffee County Schools by the Numbers and also spoke about recent events and future plans. The Kiwanis club members enjoyed and appreciated his presentation.

Indian Creek Elementary School loves and appreciates its administration assistants. Kandi Anderson, Margie Belcher, and Landy Phillips work very hard every day to assist others and help to ensure our school runs smoothly. Many thanks to them and Happy Administration Assistants Day!

Indian Creek Cardinals are smart and hard-working, but they are also beautiful and handsome. Congratulations to all students who participated in the Mr. and Miss Indian Creek Pageant. Also, the Pre-K department appreciates everyone who assisted with the event.

West Green Elementary School is proud to recognize the students who were the TRIBE Kids for the months of March and April. Students demonstrated the character traits of dependability and self-control and were rewarded with a certificate and a t-shirt. Pictured are the TRIBE Kids for April. Way to go, West Green Warriors!

It’s the time of the year for scholarships and the Lions Club is the latest organization to announce its round of awards. Lions Club President Brian Norris (l) and Program Chairman Scott Smith (r) congratulate two scholarship award winners Tuesday. Allie Morgan (center, right,pictured with parents) received the Willie Pearl Davis Scholarship. D’Carius Clark (center left with parents) received the Buck Preston scholarship. Both scholarships recognize outstanding academic performance and leadership qualities.

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is hosting a fun and educational camp this summer. The Coffee Campus will be hosting a Cosmo Camp for Kids, June 6 – 8. The Cosmetology Department is hosting the camp for students in grades second to eighth. Students will perform manicures, pedicures, and more. They will get to create nail art while learning proper sanitation measures. The camp will be held on the Coffee Campus from 8:00 a.m. until noon. Registration is $40 which includes materials, snacks, t-shirt and pizza party. For more information about this camp, please contact Nancy Mitchell in the Wiregrass Continuing Education Department…

There were several special recognitions at the Coffee County Board of Education’s April 27th School Board Meeting. Recognitions included Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year, CTAE National Winners, 2017 Young Authors System Winners, and Mrs. Sherri Berry for 100 percent attendance at the most recent Parent Teacher Conferences. Sharnae Pegues, Coffee High student, was recognized for being named the local and state Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year. The organization explains the program in saying, “Youth of the Year is our signature effort to foster a new generation of leaders, fully prepared to live and lead in…