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Barbara Ann Lott, age 70, of Willacoochee, GA passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2017, at Navicent Health following an extended illness. Mrs. Lott was born on July 30, 1946, in Ambrose, GA to the late Enoch Marvin Hampton and Ruby Simmons Hampton. Survivors include: her two daughters, Melissa (Myron Jack) McKinnon of Pearson, GA and Megan (Charles , Sr.) Lukes of Willacoochee, GA; son, Macom Lott, III of Willacoochee, GA; brother, Emmett Hampton of Ambrose, GA; sister, Vicki Chancey of Blackshear, GA; two grandchildren, Jackalyn McKinnon and M.J. McKinnon both of Pearson, GA; several nieces and nephews. She was…

Henry Richard Stone, age 65, of Douglas, GA passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Stone was born on April 17, 1951, in Hazlehurst, GA to the late Henry M. Stone and Martha Hutchinson Stone. Survivors include: his special friend Lavern Altman of Douglas, GA and her son, Jamie (Julie) Altman of Seneca, SC; his son, Brian Stone of Savannah, GA; his daughter, Jennifer (Tim) Ayers of Middleburg, FL; brother, J.W. (Kay) Stone of South Carolina; four sisters, Wanda Mullinnix of Gaffney, SC, Ouida Faye (Ronald) Roberson of Ocilla, GA,…

Mr. Jimmy Caves Blankenship, age 55, of Douglas passed away Wednesday afternoon, January 11, 2017 at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Blankenship was born January 28, 1961 to Ms. Lavern Blankenship. Survivors include: His Wife: Tracey Angela Bullock Blankenship of Douglas, GA, 2 Sons: Michael Whitley of Pridgen, GA Jason Blankenship of Douglas, GA Mother: Laverne Blankenship of West Green, GA 1 Brother: James Elmer Deen of West Green, GA 3 Grandchildren: Ashton Whitley and Jeran Whitley of Pridgen, GA Waylon Blankenship of Douglas, GA Several Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives and Friends. Graveside Services and Interment will be…

Julie Macomber, Satilla Regional Library, was the speaker at the Douglas Kiwanis Club meeting Tuesday, Jan. 10, at the Flyin’ Cowboy restaurant. Ms. Macomber spoke about the youth programs and services for the upcoming months. She also noted that the library is in the process of obtaining e-books for those who prefer their books in electronic format. The Kiwanis Club members enjoyed and appreciated her presentation. – Submitted

During the fall 2016 semester, 661 South Georgia State College students earned honors for exemplary academic achievement, according to Dr. Robert Page, vice president for academic affairs. A total of 138 students earned a spot on the President’s List, 215 on the Dean’s List, and 308 on the Academic Honors List. Students enrolled in 12 or more semester hours of study with a grade point average of 4.0 are placed on the President’s List for the semester. Students with a semester average of 3.5 to 3.9 on 12 or more semester hours of study are placed on the Dean’s List…

The Coffee County School System will be conducting a substitute teacher workshop on Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Board of Education office, 1311 South Peterson Avenue in Douglas. Anyone interested in working as a substitute teacher should stop by the Board of Education office beginning Friday, Jan. 13, between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and pick up an application packet. The school system offers flexible hours, a daily rate of pay, selection of schools and levels, along with opportunities leading to full-time employment with the school system. All interested applicants are required…

Mr. Michael Glenn McKinnon, age 44, of Willacoochee and the Mora Community, passed away Monday evening, January 9, 2017, at his residence following a brief illness. Mr. McKinnon was born February 29, 1972 to Monroe McKinnon, Jr. and Linda Marie Harper McKinnon. Survivors include: His Wife: Cynthia Whittaker McKinnon of Willacoochee, GA 1 Son: Devin McKinnon of Willacoochee, GA 1 Daughter: Kimberly McKinnon of Willacoochee, GA His Parents: Monroe and Linda Marie Harper McKinnon, Jr. of Willacoochee, GA 1 Brother: Travis McKinnon of Willacoochee, GA 1 Sister: Shanda Marie Worth of Willacoochee, GA Several Uncles, Aunts, Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives…

The SGSC Foundation hosted a holiday reception at the Atrium in downtown Douglas on Dec. 8, 2016. The event was an opportunity for the community to meet South Georgia State College’s Interim President, Dr. Ingrid Thompson-Sellers, and to show the college’s appreciation to all of the individuals, businesses, and government officials for their support throughout the past year. During the event, two SGSC Foundation scholarship recipients shared their appreciation for tuition support as well as their current and future goals. Miss Sarah Lorin Tucker from Broxton is a 2016 honor graduate from Coffee High School and is the recipient of…

The South Georgia State College Hawk swimmers reported back to campus early last week for winter training and also had their first meet of 2017. After a busy week of weight workouts and two-a-day swimming sessions, the team had a good showing at the sprint meet against two four-year schools. The SGSC women’s team won the competition by defeating University of the Cumberlands from Williamsburg, Kentucky and Thomas University. The SGSC men finished third behind first place Thomas and second place University of the Cumberlands. Winning two events for the Hawks were Kiana Ocasio Molina from Jacksonville, Fla., in the…

Improvements are being made to the exterior of the Martin Centre that include a new VIP entrance and a fresh coat of exterior paint. The Martin can also expect repairs to the broken exterior neon lights in the near future. These improvements will help keep the Martin Centre shining bright as a meeting destination for cultural, history, and quality of life events. Thanks to Douglas Mayor Tony Paulk and the city commission for approving these repairs. For bookings or information on the Martin Centre, call Outfront Management at 9123-384-6070. – Submitted