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The GBI has arrested and charged Kiel Smith, age 25, of Lumber City, and Brad Smith, age 18, of Lumber City, with Aggravated Assault and Felony Murder. Kaniya Maxwell Fletcher, age 24 of Hazlehurst, was also arrested for Conspiracy to Commit a Crime and Felony Murder. These crimes are related to the killing of Leceddrick Mitchell. On Monday, January 1, 2024, the Hazlehurst Police Department asked the GBI to conduct a death investigation. The investigation shows that Fletcher had an argument with Mitchell earlier on December 31, 2023, while at a party on Danny Street in Hazlehurst. Fletcher coordinated with Kiel and Brad to come to the party. Kiel and Brad shot and killed Mitchell. The GBI…

Jo Jo Bell scored 31 points and three other players finished in double figures Saturday afternoon as South Georgia State College rolled to a 98-42 win over the North Florida Prep Myrmidons. Kyric Davis had 16 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and three blocked shots. Devon Rainey and Yannis Woods each finished with 12 points. Rainey had four assists. The Hawks held the Myrmidons to 23.3 percent shooting and forced a total of 28 turnovers, including 12 steals. SGSC shot 51.5 percent from the field and finished 5-for-10 from the beyond the arc. Saturday’s game…

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College President DeAnnia Clements is pleased to announce the Fall Semester President’s List and Dean’s List. The President’s List includes outstanding students who were enrolled full-time for 12 credit hours or more and achieved a grade point average of 3.8 or higher on a 4.0 scale during the Fall Semester 2023. The following students from Coffee and Atkinson counties are on the President’s List for Fall Semester 2023: Atkinson: Cody Hayes, Jennifer Rodriguez, Brandi Spivey, Adrian Tinajero, and Bonifacio Torres Coffee: Fidel Altamirano, Kristy Bagley, Skyler Buchan, Ashontee Clark, Shaylin Cottingham, Natalie Gaona,…

Mrs. Alisha Nichole Martin, 40 of Nicholls, GA. passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Coffee Regional Medical Center. She was born on July 27, 1983 in Pearisburg, VA to Mr. Ronnie McDowell Lucas and Mrs. Sandra Lynn Kimmey. Other than her parents, she is survived by her Husband; James Donald Martin of Nicholls, GA, 3 Daughters; Taylor Martin, Christian Martin and Samantha Martin all of Nicholls, GA. 1 Son; Matt Martin of Nicholls, GA. 1 Sister; Natacha Whitlow of Pembroke, GA. 2 Granddaughters; Jordan Jackson and Madalynn Jackson both of Douglas, GA. Mother-in-law; Rose Martin of Nicholls, GA. Several…

Mrs. Tammy Lynn Lindsey, 41 of Axson, GA passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Coffee Regional Medical Center with her loved ones by her side. She was born in Douglas, GA on July 1, 1982 to Mr. Junior Hubert Reliford and Mrs. Debra Gail Street. She is survived by her Husband; Dallas Lindsey of Axson, GA Daughter; Shyanne Deloach (Josha) of Pearson, GA Grandson; Ezekiel Deloach of Pearson, GA Brother; Hercules Reliford of Douglas, GA 3 Sisters; Karen Alexander (Michael) of Pearson, GA, Linnie Johnson of Blackshear, GA and Tina Reliford (Cory) of Pearson, GA Aunt; Sheila Mowen of…

Students who achieved academic excellence in their course work during the fall semester were recently recognized at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. ABAC cites its top academic students each semester on the President’s Honor List, the Dean’s Honor List, and the Distinguished Achievement List. The President’s Honor List is the highest academic honor possible for ABAC students. ABAC President Tracy Brundage said each student on the list attained an “A” in every subject, resulting in a perfect 4.0 grade point average. The students had to carry a minimum of 12 hours of academic work. Dr. Amy Willis, Interim Provost and…

Mr. Jerry Lee Edmonds, 73 of Douglas, Ga. passed away January 2, 2024 at his home with his loved ones by his side. He was born on January 8, 1950 in Asheville, North Carolina to the late Mr. James Regan Edmonds JR. & Mrs. Lillian Leona Edmonds. He is survived by his 3 Brothers; Nelson (Caroline) Edmonds, Nick (Audrey) Edmonds and Robert (Linda) Edmonds.1 Sister; Carolyn Joyce Melton.Nieces; Lucy Marie Young Cribb (Chester Gregg) of Douglas, GA and Dana Melton.Other family members; Justin Deen, Lillian Leona Nepa, Jeremy Edmonds, Jeffery Edmonds, Mark Edmonds and Donna Collins.Several other Family Members, Friends…

Mr. Fred Douglas SR., 87 of Douglas, GA. passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024 in the care of Community Hospice of Jacksonville, FL. He was born on November 30, 1936 to the late Dainel Arlington Douglas & Genell Carter Douglas. He is survived by 1 Son; Fred Douglas JR (Rhonda) of Willacoochee, GA. 1 Daughter; Myra Belk (Glenn) of Smiths Station, AL. 4 Granddaughters; Rachel Douglas Peterson (Blake) of Douglas, GA, Perris Taylor of Orlando, FL, Scarlett Martin (Travis) of Phenix City, AL and Rebecca Douglas Crowder (Chris) of Valdosta, GA. 4 Great-Grandsons; Jeremiah Taylor of Smiths Station, AL, Malilki…

The following statistics represent investigations conducted by Coffee County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit (CCDU) for 2023. The CCDU applied for and was granted 332 arrest warrants. These arrests stemmed from investigations into violations of the Georgia Controlled Substances Act and other crimes. Fourteen (14) of these investigations involved incidents of drug trafficking. The CCDU also seized 88 firearms, three of which had been reported stolen and were ultimately returned to their owners. Following is a breakdown of specific drugs seized in 2023, along with their street values: Drugs Seized Methamphetamine/MDMA: 14.63…

By Stan Popovich Many people underestimate the impact that mental illness can have on an individual or family. It can be difficult to admit that you have a mental health problem in your life. Secondly, it can be just as difficult in getting the people you know to understand your situation without making any kinds of judgments. As a result, here are six reasons why you should make your mental health an important priority in your life. 1. Your situation will improve if you get help: Your anxieties and fears can be challenging to manage…