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Amy Hancock recently attended the Phi Theta Kappa Advisor Institute at the University of Mississippi in Oxford, Miss. Hancock is a South Georgia State College advisor for the Kappa Sigma and Alpha Rho Omega chapters of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and Associate Regional Coordinator for Georgia. The Advisor Institute is designed to equip new and seasoned advisors with tools and techniques to help the colleges reap the benefits of a fully engaged Phi Theta Kappa chapter. Currently, each of SGSC’s chapters holds the distinction of being a Five Star Chapter, which is the Society’s highest ranking. The Institute was…

Students, parents, teachers, and administrators enjoyed a night filled with frightful, educational fun at Westside Elementary School on ‘Spooky Science Night’ on Oct. 8. Those in attendance wore spooky costumes, were entertained by fabulous first grade singers, learned about the connection between informational reading and writing, and conducted science experiments. The evening was topped off with a free hot dog supper in the Westside Café. Special thanks to Academic Coach Kim Caves for planning this frightfully fun and educational event. – Submitted

South Georgia State College’s cross country teams recently traveled to Americus to compete in the sixth annual Georgia Southwestern Invitational Remembrance Run. Nathan Dukes, a sophomore from Jesup, ran three miles in 17:41 and placed 15th out of 40 runners. SGSC’s leading female runner, Laura Parsley, a freshman from Arbroath, Great Britain, ran three miles in 24:45 and placed 22nd out of 34 runners. “This year’s runners are dedicated to their training and are preparing themselves to compete at a high level during the GCAA regional meet,” said head coach Nichole Levering. “I believe their hard work will pay off,…

The month of October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the City of Douglas Police Department would like to bring public awareness and educate citizens about domestic violence. The Douglas Police Department will host a Domestic Violence Awareness Workshop that will be free to the public on Thursday, October 22, 2015 at 6 p.m. at the CE Weir Center located at 307 E. Bryan Street. The workshop will focus on the cycle of violence, identifying the signs of abuse, what to do if involved in an abusive relationship, intervention, children and domestic violence, going through the legal process, victim assistance…

Mozell Hensel, age 81, of Douglas, GA passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2015, at Oxton Place following an extended illness. Mrs. Hensel was born on June 15, 1934, in Broxton, GA to the late Roscoe Merritt and Velma Harper Merritt. Survivors include: her daughter, Debbie Lankford of Broxton, GA; sister, Mary Faye (John) Hodge of Macclenny, FL; three grandchildren, Amy Walker, Bart Swearingen, and Marie Swearingen; several great grandchildren; aunt, Tempa Knight of Broxton, GA; uncle, Clyde Harper of Broxton, GA; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Hensel. Visitation will…

Rodney Gray of Gray Computer Resources, Inc. was the speaker at the Douglas Kiwanis Club meeting Tuesday, Oct. 6, at the Flyin’ Cowboy restaurant. Mr. Gray gave a presentation on computer and internet security. The Kiwanis Club members enjoyed and appreciated his talk. – Submitted

Donnie Lemuel Little, age 67, of Douglas, GA passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2015, at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Little was born on April 27, 1948, in Douglas, GA to the late Thomas Lemuel Little and Mary Lois Clement Little. Survivors include: his sister, Gail Ferra of Douglas, GA; brother, Tommy Little of Douglas, GA; two nephews, Tommy Ferra and Derek Little both of Douglas, GA; niece, Diane Tanner Douglas, GA. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Douglas City Cemetery with Rev. Edgar Musgrove officiating. Sims…

Having a meaningful and worthwhile philanthropy is a paramount issue for any Greek organization, and Beta Sigma Phi, Kappa Beta Chapter, proudly announces a donation of $6,472 presented to the Childhood Cancer Group of Coffee County (CCAGCC). The generous donation was a result of contributions from benefactors who purchased gold mums in honor of childhood cancer awareness month and the fifth annual childhood cancer awareness auction and fundraiser. This is the third year the service sorority has donated proceeds from their annual mum sale to the CCAGCC, and the Kappa Beta sisters are pleased to have almost doubled their first…

Longtime Douglas – Coffee Co. Chamber of Commerce President and Economic Development Authority Executive Director Joanne Lewis abruptly tendered her letter of resignation Monday during a meeting of the Chamber executive board and EDA members. After regular business was discussed, Lewis surprised the group by announcing her retirement. In her letter of resignation, Lewis stated: “Since January 12, 2004, I have been employed as Executive Director for the Douglas-Coffee County Economic Development Authority (Authority) and also served as the President of the Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce (Chamber). Although the job requires wearing two hats and answering to two managing…