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Douglas-based Broadcast South Media recently accepted the ‘Media of the Year’ award from the Georgia Peanut Commission in Tifton. The award is given each year to one media entity for contributions in making the public aware of agricultural-related issues. This year’s award specifically recognized WKZZ Radio, The Farm, for its efforts. Pictured above, Broadcast South CEO John Higgs (right) and WKZZ Director of Ag News and Marketing Becky Davis accept the award from Georgia Peanut Commission Chairman Armond Morris.

Mrs. Ola Smith Stone, age 93, of Douglas, passed away Tuesday evening, January 13, 2015, at her residence, following an extended illness. She was born January 1, 1922 to the late Manning George Smith and the late Rhoda Gaff Smith. Survivors include: Children: Willene S. McNatt of Ocilla, Ga. ; Aline & Clyde Williams of Douglas, Ga., Shirlene “Shirley” Merritt of Douglas, Ga. ; Woodrow & Brenda Stone of Pearson, Ga., Stanley & Libby Stone ; Clifford & Sylvia Stone, all of Douglas, Ga., Alphine & Dale Davis of Manor, Ga. ; Chester & Judy Stone of Douglas, Ga., Ola…

Tim Allen Buchan, age 68, of Ambrose, GA passed away on Monday, January 12, 2015, at Kennestone Hospital following a brief illness. Mr. Buchan was born on September 29, 1946, in Jacksonville, FL to the late Tim Buchan and Florene Tindel Buchan. Survivors include: his wife, Janet Ferguson Buchan of Ambrose, GA; two daughters, Kathy (George) Bordeaux of Douglas, GA and Donna (Ken) Cook of Woodstock, GA; son, Waylon (Michelle) Buchan of Yucca Valley, CA; three sisters, Jennie Leggett of Sylvester, GA, Jo Moses of Rochelle, GA, and Rosa Lee of West Green, GA; eight grandchildren, Whitney White, Adam Day,…

The No. 17 South Georgia State College Hawks utilized a 14-4 run midway through the second half Wednesday night to survive an upset bid by East Georgia State, defeating the Bobcats, 89-75. The win extends the Hawks’ (17-1, 6-0) current winning streak to 12 games and keeps them atop the GCAA Conference. “We forced 11 turnovers in the second half, and some of them were during that big run,” said head coach Cory Baldwin. “That was the turning point in the game.” Prior to the scoring run, the teams endured 16 ties and 19 lead changes. Jovante’ Spivey once again…

A new docent, Kelly Hoomes, has joined the World War II Flight Training Museum. Kelly is certified by the National Association of Interpretation as an interpretive guide and interpretive planner. She also possesses historic aviation knowledge that she gained while working at the Wright Brothers National Memorial at the Museum of Alabama in Montgomery. Kelly is experienced in education programs and tour development, and her primary goal is to provide a meaningful and positive tour for our Museum visitors. The base and museum is one of the most intact World War II Army Air Corps flying schools in the country…

The City of Douglas has two vacancies on the Downtown Development Authority. There are two upcoming appointments to the Downtown Development Authority. Anyone desiring to serve on the DDA must meet the stipulations listed below. (1) Taxpayers residing in the municipal corporation for which the authority is created; (2) Owners or operators of businesses located within the downtown development area and who shall be taxpayers residing in the county in which is located the municipal corporation for which the authority is created; or (3) Persons having a combination of the qualifications specified in paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection.…

The City of Douglas and Transwaste are offering a Junk Drop-Off Day in January to help citizens get rid of excess trash. The date will be Saturday, January 17, 2015 at the 9th Grade Academy located on the corner of Pine Street and Gaskin Avenue from 8 a.m. -12 p.m. On Community Junk Drop-Off Days, a dumpster will be placed in a different neighborhood to offer residents a way to dispose of large, non-hazardous items and electronic items at no cost. Acceptable brown and white good items include furniture, washing machines, refrigerators, dryers, stoves, microwaves, televisions, etc. This does not…

Rebecca (Becky) Moore Elliott recently received the distinction of being named to the inaugural “40 Under 40” Class of 2014 by the Georgia Southern University Alumni Association. From more than 30,000 alumni under 40-years-old, the “40 Under 40” program recognizes the top 40 alumni under the age of 40 who are leading the way in business, leadership, community, educational and/or philanthropic endeavors. Definitely deserving of this honor is Rebecca (Becky) Moore Elliott. Upon graduation from GSU with a degree in Industrial Engineering Technology, Elliott began her career at Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, Georgia, in January, 1998. During her…

Mr. Benny Lindsey Whittington, age 65, of Douglas passed away early Saturday morning, January 10, 2015, at the Mayo Clinic, in Jacksonville, Florida, following a short illness. He was born October 15, 1949 to the late Benny Cornelius Whittington and the late Hazel Louise Ross Whittington. Mr. Whittington, a native of Hartford, Alabama, was a Truck Driver for Wal-Mart for 25 years. He had been living in the Coffee County area for several years. Mr. Whittington was an active member of the Covenant Christian Church. Survivors Include: His Wife: Mitzi Swain Whittington of Douglas, Ga. 1 Son: Tolton Whittington of…

The Bikes, Blues, and BBQ Festival will be held in Douglas on Friday, April 10 and on Saturday, April 11, 2015. The outdoor event will feature all types of event vendors relating to arts & crafts, food, motorcycles, BBQ, aviation and more. Activities will include a BBQ competition, NAPA/Brooks Auto car show, motorcycle show, poker run, displays of vintage aircraft, and live blues music bands with Friday headliner Albert Castiglia and Saturday headliner The Victor Wainwright Band. “We are seeking all types of vendors for this event ,” says Georgia Henderson, Public Information Department Director. “We already have a few…