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James Pearson Johnson, age 85, of Douglas, GA passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2015, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Johnson was born on April 30, 1930, in Brunswick, GA to the late James McCarthy Johnson and Birdie Lee Sweat Johnson Buie. Survivors include: his two sons, John (Lisa) Johnson of Waycross, GA and Jimmy Lee (Mary) Johnson of Alma, GA; half brother, Edgar Johnson of Amelia Island, FL; four grandchildren, Ashleigh Johnson, Beanna Johnson, Jessica Johnson and Jennifer Johnson; two great grandchildren, Ashton Adams and Landon Harper; several nieces and nephews; and special friend,…

The turkey is history and Black Friday is well done. Now it’s time to do something fun with your little ones. The 3rd Annual Santa’s North Pole Plaza opens this coming Saturday at Atkinson Plaza (across from the courthouse) in beautiful downtown Douglas. The gate opens at 11 a.m., and eight different stations with crafts await little hands this year. There will be cookies and hot chocolate with Mrs. Claus, they can visit with Elsa and Anna, The Grinch, Max, and Cindy Lou Who, and Thing 1 and Thing 2, and finally they can tell Santa just what is on…

Rose Marie Klinger, age 78, of Fleming Island, FL passed away on Friday, November 27, 2015, at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs. Klinger was born on October 22, 1937, in Chicago, IL to the late Leo Harry Iwinski and Rose Lenski Iwinski. Survivors include: her son, Mark (LeAnn) Klinger of Neptune Beach, FL; three daughters, Cheryl Davis, Karen (Freddie) Wilkerson of Fleming Island, FL and Mary Ann Parker; nine grandchildren, Bill Saunders, Hannah Parker, Amanda Trotter, Mackenzie Wilkerson, Ryan Davis, Kate Wilkerson, Emily Davis, Bella Wilkerson, and Nick Wilkerson; four great grandchildren, Mally Saunders, Addison Nipper, Will Saunders,…

Lola Smith, age 85, of Broxton, GA passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2015, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mrs. Smith was born on August 18, 1930, in Milan, GA to the late Calvin Yawn and Annie Dowdy Yawn. Survivors include: her daughter, Judy (Elzie) Graham of Broxton, GA; three sons, Roy (Betty) Smith of Nicholls, GA, Milton (Jenny) Smith of Reidsville, GA and Jamie (Lynne) Smith of Broxton, GA; sister, Mary Gray of Hartwell, GA; eight grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her…

Maria Reyes Corona-Sanchez, age 80, of Nicholls, GA passed away on Monday, November 23, 2015, at her residence following an extended illness. Mrs. Sanchez was born on January 6, 1935, in A Paso De Alto, Mexico to the late Jesus Corona and Guadalupe Perez Corona. Survivors include: her five sons, Juan Sanchez-Corona, Gregorio Sanchez-Corona, Martin Sanchez-Corona, Miguel Sanchez-Corona, Marcelion Sanchez-Corona; five daughters, Yolanda Rodriguez-Sanchez, Margarita Sanchez-Corona, Laura Sanchez-Corona, Maria del Carmen Sanchez, Josefina Sanchez-Corona; several grandchildren; several great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonardo Sanchez. Visitation will be held on Thursday,…

Satilla Regional Library will be holding the following programs during the month of December for children and teens. For more information about upcoming children and teen programs, call Julie Macomber, Children’s and Young Adult Librarian, at (912) 384-4667 ext. 222 or visit our website, www.srlsys.org. Holiday Closings Satilla Regional Library will be closed Thursday, December 24 throughSaturday, December 26, 2015 in observance of the Christmas holiday. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Board Games, Cards, and Puzzles for Children and Teens All branches include an assortment of board games, cards, and puzzles that can be played at any time. Come…

As the holiday season approaches, the City of Douglas Police Department would like to remind everyone that holiday shopping can present some danger. During the holiday season, people become less attentive as their lives become more hectic, which could make them susceptible to crime and danger. Taking a few prevention measures can help ensure a jovial holiday season. “The holiday shopping season can cause some people to be more at risk to theft and other holiday crime,” says Chief Casteloes. “We hope that by sharing these safety tips, it will remind people to be more prepared by being watchful and…

The South Georgia State College Hawks became the only remaining undefeated team in the GCAA Tuesday night with a 112-64 win over Combine Academy. The Hawks (9-0) had four players finish in double digits, led by Andre Elam’s 20 points, 13 rebounds, three assists, three steals, and one block. Tyrone Sam had 17 points, five rebounds, and six assists, while Dunavon Robinson finished with 17 points, eight rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Richard Love rounded out the top scorers with 13 points. Love shot 75 percent from the three-point line. Tuesday night’s win follows three other wins in the…

The South Georgia State College (SGSC) School of Nursing is pleased to announce Associate Professor of Nursing Bobby Jean Musgrove has received a 2016 Elsevier Leading Stars in Education Award. SGSC President Dr. Virginia Carson states, “Ms. Bobby Jean Musgrove is a true example of the faculty members at South Georgia State College making a difference in students’ lives. I congratulate Ms. Musgrove on her award and am pleased to have such a high caliber professor as part of our nursing team that is continually inspiring our students.” Musgrove was nominated by SGSC Dean of Nursing Dr. Scott Thigpen and…

Instructors at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College have nominated 20 of their students for the Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) competition, according to Lydia Hubert, coordinator for the college’s GOAL program. GOAL, a statewide program of the Technical College System of Georgia, honors excellence in academics and leadership among the state’s technical college students. GOAL winners are selected at each of the state’s 22 technical colleges as well as one Board of Regents college with a technical education division. Wiregrass’ 2016 GOAL Nominees are listed with their program areas by county; Clinch- Dakota Knudsen, Auto Collision Repair Coffee- Meghan Brigmond,…