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The “See Something, Say Something” campaign can be used for issues other than crime reporting. Citizens are encouraged to report discolored/rusty water, “smelly” water, potholes, electrical outages, water leaks, and other related areas of concern. “We hope that citizens will report needed repairs to the city,” say City Manager Terrell Jacobs. ‘See Something, Say Something,’ goes beyond law enforcement related activities. If your water is discolored or smells, a street light is out, a large pothole is on your street, or if you notice a water leak, we want you to report it to us so we can make the…

The South Georgia State College Hawks survived a close first half to pull away for a 112-80 win over the Faith Baptist Post Graduate Crusaders Wednesday night. The win extends the Hawks (12-2) current winning streak to five games. It was a night where it seemed neither team could miss a shot, especially in the first half. The teams combined for 17 three-pointers in the first 20 minutes, each shooting 62 percent from the field. There were six ties and nine lead changes before the Hawks built a 60-48 lead at halftime. The Hawks made a total of 19 three-pointers…

The Douglas Police Department is offering a Citizens Police Academy course that will begin Thursday, February 2. Class hours will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. every Thursday night through March 23. Participants do not have to be a resident of Douglas to attend this course. It is open to anyone over 18 years of age. Registration deadline is January 27, 2017. Registration forms are available from the Douglas Police Department or contact Commander Bart McCulloch at 912-384-2222 Ext. 3616 for more information. – Submitted

Congratulations to Mrs. Tammy Bennett for being named Indian Creek’s Employee of the Month for November! Mrs. Bennett continuously places students first each day. Every child believes they are her favorite because she makes them feel that they are. Mrs. Bennett is a great role model for students and teachers alike, and we appreciate the hard work she does for all of our students and staff! Mrs. Greta Grantham was named ICE Employee of the Month for December 2016! Mrs. Grantham always goes the extra mile to meet the needs of her students as well as helping fellow staff…

First Academy is pleased to recognize those students in grades 1-5 who have earned academic honors for the second quarter of the 2016-17 school year. Students are recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being on the Honor Roll or Headmaster’s List. To qualify for the Honor Roll, a student must maintain a 90 or above per academic subject. To qualify for the Headmaster’s List, a student must maintain a 95 or above per academic subject. Biblical comprehension is included as an academic subject beginning in the second grade. FIRST ACADEMY HONOR ROLL, SECOND QUARTER OF THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR…

Mrs. Jill Pruitt. was recently named Coffee Middle School’s teacher of the month for the month of November. Congratulations, Mrs. Pruitt! – Submitted

JANUARY 4-H MEETING SCHEDULE We will be holding our in-school 4-H club meetings the week of January 9-13. The schedule is as follows: Monday-CCA (5th-8th grades), Indian Creek and Westside (5th grade); Tuesday-Eastside and Satilla (5th grade); Wednesday- Coffee Middle School C, D, & E Clusters (6th grade); Thursday-Ambrose (5th grade) and Coffee Middle School A & B Clusters (6th grade); and Friday-Broxton, Nicholls, and West Green (5th grade) and First Academy (5th & 6th grades). We will also have our after school 4-H meetings that week in the 4-H office. The Senior 4-H Club (9th-12th grades) will meet on…

The Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce invites you to enjoy a quick lunch at the Chamber office on Wednesday, January 18, and learn about how you can experience Venice, Florence and Rome November 4-11, 2017. The lunch will be held in the Chamber Conference room from 12-1 p.m. Please RSVP to Mesha Davis at 912-384-1873 or chamber @ douglasga.org. A representative from Collette Travel will be at the Chamber office on January 18 to explain details of the eight-day trip that includes nine meals. Book before March 15, 2017 and receive $200 off the trip per person. Including this discount,…