Coffee Regional Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and…
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Betty Doris Dees, age 86, of Douglas, GA, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at Coffee Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. Ms. Dees was born on October 6, 1938, in Ware County, GA, to the late Herbert Purvis and Ernestine Barnhill Purvis. Survivors include: one daughter, Delia D. (Randy) Garrett of St. Simons Island, GA; two sons, Danny (Sheri) Dees of Willacoochee, GA and Michael Dees of Douglas, GA; eight grandchildren, Chris (Felicia) Grantham, Sonya Grantham, Jacob (Hannah) Dees, Brice (Sarah) Garrett, Brant(Peighton) Garrett, Jade (Drew) Morris, Levi (Courtney) Dees, and Chase Dees; ten great grandchildren, Grace…
The Keep Douglas Beautiful (KDB) Board held its annual retreat on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at City Hall in the city commission chambers. The retreat set the stage for yearly goals and also focused on community awareness and local involvement. “I want our board to excel and be more visible this year,” says Alyssa Fussell, KDB Executive Director. “Our commitment to a cleaner Douglas is unwavering, and with the new restructuring of the stewardship program, we are ready to engage more with our community, amplify our outreach efforts, and boost our volunteer numbers.” Allisa Jackson, the President of KDB, opened the retreat with encouraging…
The Douglas Rotary Club welcomes its board of directors for 2025-2026. The twenty-five member service organization seeks to advance the service ideals of Rotary International by investing time and resources in programs for children and youth, community development, disease prevention, family support, environmental health, and leadership development. The board of directors for this year are President Jim Cottingham, Treasurer John Day, Past President Clay Lott, Director Tom Smith, Past President Robert Preston Jr., and Secretary Mark Miller. Douglas Rotarians meet on Thursdays from noon to 1 pm at the Covered Wagon, 2639 US-441 South in Douglas. Visitors and prospective members…
Mrs. Marsha Hope Woodruff Lowe, age 88, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away peacefully Sunday, July 13, 2025 with her family by her side. She was born in Jacksonville, FL. She was the only daughter to the late Bill and Clara Dell Woodruff. Mrs. Lowe earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia. She took great pride in being a homemaker to her family. Mrs. Lowe and her husband enjoyed taking tours to Hawaii, Alaska, the Canadian Rockies, and Yellowstone National Park. They relished their time at Surfside Beach, SC where their children and grandchildren spent time together. She was…
Join the Douglas-Coffee County Parks and Recreation Department (DCCPRD) for Parks and Recreation Month to celebrate how Douglas and Coffee County is stronger, more vibrant, and more resilient because of neighborhood parks and recreation activities. Parks and Recreation Appreciation Day will be held on Friday, July 25, 2025, from 11 AM to 2 PM at the City Pool, located at 807 W. Bryan Street. “Parks and Recreation Month is July, and our recreation department wants to thank all involved with recreation and special programs throughout the year, especially our players who worked hard this past year,” says Parks and Recreation Director Stevie…
On July 12, 2025 at approximately 2:07 p.m., officers with the Douglas Police Department responded to a call regarding a shooting that took place near the intersection of McLean and Sears Streets. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the victim had sustained a gunshot wound to the abdomen. The subject was quickly transported to a local hospital for initial treatment, before being airlifted to another medical facility for further care. The shooting is still under investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the event or has any information related to the case is urged to contact Sgt. Robert Sprinkle at the Douglas…
Dr. Walter “Gary” Huckaby went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday July 13, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. Gary was born in Douglas, Georgia on December 28, 1953, to Walter Cecil Huckaby and Nell Steptoe Smith. He graduated from Coffee County High School in 1973 and earned a degree in Biology at Valdosta State College in June 1975. Gary went on to study at the Medical College of Georgia before obtaining his Pharmacy degree at the University of Georgia in 1980 and a Pharmacy Doctorate degree in 2002. He worked at…
The Douglas Stingrays wrapped up an exciting summer season by finishing second overall in the state at the Georgia Recreation and Park Association (GRPA) Class B Championships — just a few points shy of the top spot. While the team had its sights set on the championship title, the Stingrays still have plenty to celebrate after an impressive season filled with hard work, growth, and determination. Over the course of the summer, these athletes dedicated countless hours to practice and competition. Their commitment paid off with strong performances throughout the season and especially at the State Meet. We are incredibly…
Rosendo Vega Martinez, age 40, of Douglas, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Coffee Regional Medical Center. Mr. Martinez was born on November 24, 1984, in GuanaJato Mexico to the late Alfonso Martinez and the late Maria Felicidad Vega. Survivors include: one son, Rafocel Martinez of Douglas, GA; six brothers, Luis Martinez, Sergio Martinez, Raul Martinez, Guadalupe Martinez, Fernando Martinez, Gregorio Martinez; three sisters, Anayeli Martinez, Engracia Martinez, and Lorensa Martinez. He was preceded in death by his mother, Maria Felicidad Vega and father, Alfonso Martinez . The family will receive friends Sunday, July 13, 2025 from…