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Would you like to learn more about your local government? If so, you should register for the free Douglas 101: Citizen’s Academy program. Students of this program will learn about the day to day operations of the different departments that help to run the City. “We are looking for motivated citizens who are excited to learn more about the daily operations of the City of Douglas,” says Georgia Henderson, Public Information Director. “The classes will be educational with hands-on activities and tours of city departments.” Anticipated class dates will be in the second quarter of 2015 and will be determined…

The City of Douglas is in the process of resurfacing several streets within the city limits and apologizes for any inconveniences drivers may experience during our time of progress. Drivers can expect Shirley Avenue to be partially or fully closed at times during the next week. -Submitted by the City of Douglas

Andrew Daniels, a member of South Georgia State College’s (SGSC) men’s basketball team, was awarded the Eames Scholarship by the James M. Dye Foundation for the 2014-2015 academic year. The scholarship was established in 2008 by Charles Eames, pictured at right with Daniels in the above photo, for students on SGSC’s Waycross Campus. A 2014 graduate of Shiloh Christian School in Springdale, Ark., Daniels plans to transfer to a four-year college or university to major in sports management/sports training. Daniels is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey C. Daniels of Fayetteville, Ark. The James M. Dye Foundation wishes to…

Mary Lee Logue, age 68, of Douglas, GA passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2015, at Candler County Hospital in Metter, GA following an extended illness. Mrs. Logue was born on January 26, 1946, in Ware County, GA to the late Joel Edward Lee and Evelyn Barwick Lee. Survivors include: her daughter, Tedica (Robert) Roberson of Ambrose, GA; two sons, Ted William (Tammy) Logue, Jr. and Lee Edward (Angela) Logue both of Douglas, GA; fifteen grandchildren; one great granddaughter; two brothers, Joel Lee of Lauderdale, FL and Dennis Lee of Douglas, GA; sister, Gloria Lee of Lowell, MA; and several…

Mrs. Wanda Adams Stone, age 63, of Douglas, GA, passed away Sunday morning, January 4, 2015, at her residence following an extended illness. She was born September 21, 1951 to the late John Quincy Adams and the late Nell Ellis Adams. Survivors include: Her Husband: Rev. Larry Stone of Douglas, GA; 1 Son: Keith Lawrence (Kim) Stone of Douglas, GA; 2 Daughters: Kimberly Lynn (Terry) Tatum of Douglas, GA, Karen Leslie (Matt) Eldridge of Douglas, GA; 4 Brothers: Woodrow Adams of Hinesville, GA, John Wendell Adams of Jonesboro, GA, Kenny Adams and Randy Adams, both of Douglas, GA; 2 Sisters:…

Ms. Cindy Solomon Bounds, age 34, of Ambrose passed away Saturday, January 3, 2015, at her residence, following a brief illness. She was born October 8, 1980 to Ronald Glenn and Katherine Young Solomon. Survivors include: 3 Children: Seth Bounds, Haley Bounds, and Caleb Bounds, all of West Green, Ga. Her Parents: Ronald Glenn Solomon and Katherine Young Solomon of Ambrose, Ga.; Former Spouse: Marshall Bounds of Douglas, GA; Many Friends, Cousins, and Other Relatives. Funeral Arrangements are incomplete. Ricketson Funeral Home is in charge of the Arrangements.

Mr. Billy Ray Wright, age 65, of Douglas, GA, passed away late Saturday evening, January 3, 2015, at his residence following an extended illness. He was born February 21, 1949 to the late Tommie J. Wright and the late Louise Carelock Wright. Survivors include: His Wife: Robin Stinson Wright of Douglas, GA; 1 Daughter: Kaci Elyse (Joe) Brown of Ambrose, GA; Mother of His Daughter: June Brantley Rowell of Ambrose, GA; 1 Grandson: Grayson Brown of Ambrose, GA; 2 Step-Sons: Jonathan Stinson and Jeremy Stinson both of Douglas, GA; 1 Sister: Anna Faye (Terry) Freeman of Donnelsville, Ohio; 2 Nephews:…

Mr. Charles Edward Lewis, Age 90, of Douglas, GA passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at his home following a brief illness. Mr. Lewis was born, July 16, 1924, in Broxton, GA to the late Henry F. Lewis and Dora Merritt Lewis. He was a native of Coffee County, a Veteran of WW II Army Air Corp, a member of Reedy Branch Baptist Church, and was Owner and Operator of Charles E. Lewis Construction. Mr. Lewis was preceded in death by his wife, Selis English Lewis and Son, Danny D. Lewis. He is survived by his sons: Ronnie (Janice)…

Mr. Wendell Boyd English, age 63, of Douglas, GA , a local Attorney, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2015 at his home following an extended illness. Mr. English was born, October 8, 1951 in Douglas, GA to the late Calvis Olis English and Gladys Levens English. Mr. English was preceded in death by his wife, Cheryl Ellis English. He is survived by his brother: Wade English of Douglas, GA and two sisters: Betty Lee of Douglas, GA and Peggy (Lloyd) Kinchen of Lake Park, GA. four step-children: Kelly (Jon) Barrett of Broxton, GA, Brandon Blount, Lee Blount and Christi…