Mrs. Glinis Cumbass Carver, age 92, of Douglas, Georgia passed away Monday morning, June 29, 2026, at Palemon Gaskins Memorial Nursing Home, in Ocilla, Georgia, surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Carver was born December 24, 1933, to the late Pearlie Cumbass and the late Missouri Ricketson Cumbass. She was married to the late Carlis Carver who passed away in 1973. She lived out her life as a widow, loving and caring for her children and grandchildren. She found great joy in working outside. She was a chicken farmer and loved working in her yard, growing flowers, and fishing. She…
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The City of Douglas, Pilgrim’s, and other great sponsors will host the 2026 Freedom Fest celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at JC Adams Municipal Park – Jardine Stadium. The gates will open at 5 p.m., and stadium seating will be provided. Admission and parking are free. Families will love the free rides at the Rucker Family Kids Carnival, food and general vendors, and don’t miss the fireworks at dark! Food vendors include Backyard BBQ & Catering, Bennett’s Cool Treats, LA Twister Fun Cups, Paradise Island Cuisine, QT Treats, Super Dawg, Gracious Table Catering & More, Kona Ice of Lowndes,…
The GBI has arrested 11 people following “Operation Crimson Snow,” a joint drug investigation by the Warner Robins Police Department (WRPD), GBI Middle Georgia Gang Task Force (MGGTF), GBI West Metro Regional Drug Enforcement Office (WMRDEO), Georgia State Patrol (GSP), Georgia Department of Community Supervision (DCS), Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC), Houston County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), Bibb County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), Clayton County Police Department (CCPD), Lovejoy Police Department (LPD), U.S. Marshal’s Service (USMS), and the Houston County District Attorney’s Office. On Wednesday, June 10, 2026, following a 24-month investigation, Warner Robins PD SWAT, GBI Special Enforcement Team (SET), U.S.…
As Independence Day approaches, the City of Douglas is here to remind citizens to use caution during celebrations especially when it comes to using fireworks. Fireworks are allowed from 10 AM to 9 PM, with an extended window on July 3 and July 4 from 9 PM to 11:59 PM. The use of fireworks indoors is a definite NO, and it’s against the law to ignite them on roadways, near city/county properties, or within 100 yards of hospitals or nursing homes. Also, you must be at least 18 years old to buy, possess, or ignite fireworks. “We want everyone to…
When a Georgia Forestry Commission Ranger visited Clay Murray’s middle school to talk about careers, it sparked an interest that would shape his future. Today, Clay serves as a Ranger in Ware County, where he gets to do exactly what inspired him years ago — serve his community, operate heavy equipment, and fight wildfires. Growing up in a large family near the Okefenokee Swamp helped prepare him for life outdoors. Along the way, he developed a love for hunting deer and dove and learned how to safely navigate waterways shared with one of South Georgia’s most famous residents — the…
The Douglas Mayor’s Youth Council officially welcomed new and returning members to the 2026-2027 Mayor’s Youth Council during the annual orientation session earlier this summer. The session was filled with learning, connection, and motivation which inspired many of the youth in attendance. Learning sessions kicked off in the morning for the members with sessions with Mayor Tony Paulk, who shared his vision for the city. Each city department also gave insightful overviews of their roles and responsibilities, helping the Youth Council better understand how local government operates. Team building exercises were held throughout the orientation as well. A special highlight…
Patricia Joan Thompson passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026 at the age of 88 after a prolonged illness. She was a lifelong Baptist and her family finds peace in the knowledge that she was joyfully accepted into the arms of her savior, Jesus Christ. Patty relocated to Douglas, Georgia ten years ago to be near family. Prior to that move she grew up and spent her life in southern Ohio and that is where she will be laid to rest. We will always remember her for her love of all animals, traveling, country music, the outdoors, camping, and working…
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is seeking information regarding the disappearance of a woman who was last seen 25 years ago. Altomease Sallet, age 37, was last seen on the night of June 28, 2001, at about 11:00 p.m., when she left work at the Cady Bag Company in Pearson. At the time of her dissapearance, Sallet was wearing a blue short-sleeved flowered shirt and blue jeans. On July 2, 2001, at about 8:00 p.m., Sallet’s vehicle was found abandoned on the shoulder of Highway 64 in Atkinson County north of Pearson. The front driver’s side window was rolled down,…
Mr. Jim “Bodie” Dotson, age 60, of Douglas, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday morning, June 27, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. Bodie was born February 9, 1966, in Wauchula, Florida, to June Hall Eldridge and the late Jimmy Dotson. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corp. Following his military service, he became an electrical lineman and worked for a number of years with Jingoli Power Company. He was a pilot and he loved to fly his plane and see the world from above. When he wasn’t flying, he could often…
Louis Cecil Harper, 91, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, at his home in Douglas, Georgia, surrounded by his wife and four children. He was born June 21, 1935 in Pierce County, Georgia, to William Berry and Catherine Davis Harper. He joined the Army in 1952 and proudly served his country in the Korean War. Following his military service, he married his long time sweetheart Ruby and they moved to Fernandina Beach, Florida. After moving back to Douglas, Louis joined Fleetwood Mobile Homes in the early years of the company, which required him and his family to live in…