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Douglas was recently ranked as one of the top micropolitan cities in the U.S. for new and expanding industrial facilities for bySite Selection magazine, the official publication of the Global FDI Association and the Industrial Asset Management Council. The magazine ranked 576 of the nation’s micropolitan areas, cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people which cover at least one county. In addition, the State of Georgia claimed the number 5 spot on the top 10 list for most micropolitans. “Douglas-Coffee County is proud to be ranked as one of the top micropolitan communities in the United States, and to have contributed to…

Mr. Billy Monroe Jowers, age 77, of Ambrose passed away Thursday, June 23, 2016 at the Manor House in Douglas, following an extended illness. Mr. Jowers was born March 6, 1939 to the late William Lawrence Jowers and the late Margaret Luree Mullis Jowers. Survivors include: His wife: Helen Dale Jowers of Ambrose, GA; 1 Daughter: Krista Dale (Stephen Thomas) Stapleton of Douglasville, GA ;1 Sister: Jane Jowers Hutto of Ambrose, GA; 2 Grandchildren: Jack Andrew Stapleton and Luke Pearo Stapleton of Douglasville, GA; Several Nieces, Nephews, Friends and Other Relatives. Funeral Services will be Sunday, June 26, 2016 at…

FINAL GOAT TAGGING DAY We had a great turnout for the 4-H/FFA Goat Show meeting on June 23. We have approximately 20 students who are registering to participate in the State and County Goat Shows this year. That means there will be approximately 40 goats in this year’s county show. If you are a 4-H or FFA member who plans to participate but missed the meeting, please mark your calendars for the final tagging day for goats. It will be held at the Coffee High School Animal Science Building on Tuesday, July 12, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Remember, this…

At the regularly scheduled meeting for the Magnolia Midlands Travel Association on Thursday, June 23, City of Douglas Public Information Director Georgia Henderson was elected to serve as the president for the association. The Magnolia Midlands Travel Association is one of the nine travel regions classified by the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD). The Magnolia Midlands Travel Association consists of 24 counties in Southeast Georgia. As the president of MMTA, Mrs. Henderson shall be responsible for presiding over all monthly meetings and shall have the duties normally conferred as parliamentarian usage of this office. The president is also responsible…

Meaghan Smith, a leader with the Bahamas U17 national team and captain of the Grand Bahamas Champions League winner Borussia Dortmund, has signed with the South Georgia State College (SGSC) women’s soccer team. Smith was named MVP of the Bahamas U17 match against Turks & Caicos. She was also the two-time MVP of the Grand Bahama Secondary School Association where she played for the seven-time defending champion Sunland Baptist Academy. A clear “dual threat” competitor – outstanding in the classroom and on the field – Smith has benefited from tremendous preparation with her high school coach Eon Austin and her…

94-year-old Carl Bishop, the oldest member of the Douglas Kiwanis Club, assisted recently during the Kiwanis Pizza Night fundraiser at Hungry Howie’s. Mr. Bishop has been a Kiwanian for more than 50 years and has been with the local club for 44 years. Those members present were very glad to have him participate and and they are thankful for his many years of faithful service. – Submitted

Mr. Andrew Jacobs of the Jacksonville Zoo visited Satilla Regional Library in Douglas and Pearson Wednesday. He presented a zoo show with a reptile, mammal, and amphibian including a salamander, Florida box turtle, and short-tailed opposom. Mr. Jacobs also explained each animal and gave interesting talks about each one. He walked around and everyone had the opportunity to see the animals, with the option of petting the Florida box turtle. He answered many questions from the audience, and everyone had a great time! The next Summer Reading Program performance will be Mr. Bill Packard of Magic Man Entertainment who will…

Mr. Eddie Stone, age 59 of West Green, GA, passed away at his residence, Tuesday, June 21, 2016 following an extended illness. He was born May 27, 1957 to the late Harvey Stone and Helen Geneva Worth Stone. Survivors include: His Wife: Robin Lee H. Stone of Westgreen, GA; 2 Daughters: Bambi Day of Ambrose, GA, Christine Stone of Westgreen, GA; 1 Son: Eddie L. Stone of Douglas, GA; Mother: Helen Geneva Worth Stone of Westgreen, GA; 2 Brothers: Larry Stone of Westgreen, GA, Ronnie Stone of Snipesville, GA; 11 Grandchildren Several Nieces, Nephews, Friends and Other Relatives. Funeral Services…

There is a fantastic new program being offered in Coffee County called Food Talk. This program was created by the University of Georgia Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (UGA SNAP-Ed.) and classes are taught by your Coffee County Extension Office. Food Talk offers six lessons that cover topics like how to make healthy choices when dining out; adapt traditional Southern recipes to reduce sodium and increase vegetable servings; and how to plan meals and shopping trips to save money. Recipe samples are served in class and participants who successfully complete Food Talk earn a certificate of completion and receive additional…