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The City of Douglas invites residents in Douglas and Coffee County to join the race on www.cMEcompete.com and get active in our community. Active Georgia is an innovative program, in partnership with the Georgia Municipal Association, highlighting community health, community programs and personal stories of accomplishments. Participant accomplishments earn points which roll up to our City – County total. “This is a unique way to socially connect with residents and businesses in our community,” says City Manager Terrell Jacobs. “We have an active community, and we want our Georgia partners to know that we support healthy initiatives for our residents.”…

For the second year in a row, a South Georgia State College (SGSC) basketball player has been named to the NJCAA All-American Team. Tyrone Sam, a 6’6” sophomore from Roswell, Ga., was a second team selection. He follows former teammate Jovante’ Spivey who was a first team selection last season. “I am excited for Tyrone,” said head coach Cory Baldwin. “This is awesome exposure for him and SGSC. Having back-to-back All-Americans is more than I could have imagined as a head coach.” Sam credited his teammates and coaches for his success. “My coaches and teammates pushed me all year to…

The Southern Home Vintage Market (SHVM) was held on Friday, April 8 and Saturday, April 9 at Central Square Complex in Douglas. The event was a collaborative effort between Joanne Lott, owner and event organizer of the SHVM, and the City of Douglas. The SHVM is an event that appeals to collectors of items such as vintage and antique dishes, linens, jewelry, glass, furnishings, tools, accessories, décor, and more. “We are very pleased with the outcome of the show,” says Georgia Henderson, Public Information Director. “From a tourism prospective, we are always looking for events that will put Douglas on…

The South Georgia State College (SGSC) Lady Hawks (27-6, 9-1) took two wins over Georgia Military College (GMC) in Milledgeville this past Saturday with scores of 4-1 and 4-2. SGSC not only remains in first place in the GCAA but is also setting team and individual records. Chelsea Lyons of Jesup, Ga., is currently fourth in the NJCAA with 51 stolen bases, bringing the team record to a total of 102. Whitney Oliver of Dublin, Ga., is currently ninth in the NJCAA with an ERA of 1.29. The Lady Hawks lead the conference with a team ERA of 1.51. In…

In honor of South Georgia State College’s (SGSC) men’s and women’s swim teams’ runner-up finish at the NJCAA Swimming and Diving Championships, a reception will be held on Tuesday, April 26 at 4 p.m. in Room 220 of Engram Hall on the Douglas Campus. SGSC’s men’s and women’s swim teams earned the runner-up honors at the national championship meet in Fort Pierce, Fla., in early March. The host school, Indian River State College, won both sides of the meet for the 43rd consecutive year. On the women’s side, SGSC took second place, and Monroe Community College was third. For the…

Corrections Corporations of America’s (CCA) Coffee Correctional Facility in Nicholls will break ground this week for its new Inmate Vocational Training Center. The building will house new vocational training programs in welding and diesel maintenance offered in partnership with the Georgia Department of Corrections and Wiregrass Georgia Technical College. The groundbreaking event complements National Reentry Week (April 24-30), a week designated by the U.S. Department of Justice to highlight the importance of preparing inmates for release and reducing recidivism. Reentry is a core commitment for both CCA and the GDC, and research shows that inmates who receive education while incarcerated…

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College (WGTC) students recently brought home nine gold, three silver, and two bronze medals from SkillsUSA state competitions in Atlanta held in March. SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry representatives working together to ensure America has a skilled work force. It is a national nonprofit organization serving teachers, high school and college students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skills service occupations, including health occupations. The SkillsUSA program hosts local, state, and national competition for students to showcase their skills learned through hands-on training in the classroom. “Wiregrass is extremely proud…

Coffee Middle School’s sixth grade faculty recently celebrated Assistant Principals Week with their Assistant Principal for Instruction Vette Stern and Assistant Principal Ben Horner. Thanks for all you do! – Submitted

The 12th District Republican Convention was held in Douglas Saturday, April 16, at Coffee Middle School. Georgia Representative Barry Fleming served as chair and U.S. Congressman Rick Allen was the keynote speaker. One hundred twenty-two delegates, alternates, and guests from all 19 counties in the 12th District came to Coffee County with the purpose of electing delegates and alternates to the 2016 Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Ohio July 18-21, 2016. Chris Papierz from Coffee County was selected as a delegate to represent the 12th District at the national convention. – Submitted

Mr. Leroy Day, age 78, of Wray passed away early Saturday morning, April 16, 2016, at the home of his daughter, Pam and Dwayne Gillis, following an extended illness. He was born January 18, 1938 to the late George H. Day and the late Annie Mae Jackson Day. Survivors include, His Wife, Margaret Smith Day of Wray, GA; 1 Daughter, Pam (Dwayne) Gillis of Douglas, GA; 1 Son, Greg Day of Douglas, GA; 4 Grandchildren, Jessica (Matt) Baker, Hamp (Emily) Gillis, Justin Day, and Grant (Diana) Gillis; 4 Great Grandchildren, Ella Baker, Annaclaire Baker, Briggs Baker, and Henry Gillis; 1…