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The Douglas Rotary and Exchange Clubs held a joint meeting on Thursday and welcomed guest speaker Mr. Brian Owens, Commissioner of the Georigia Department of Corrections. Mr. Owens discussed the decline in prison population as a result of state efforts to rehabilitate those incarcerated for drug convictions and other non-violent crimes. Commissioner Owens explained that the state is constantly working to improve job options for felons. He said that the State of Georgia is taking steps to better prepare and socialize incarcerated convicts in an effort to help them not only find jobs but, most importantly, keep those jobs once…

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College held the Summer 2014 commencement exercises on Friday, August 29, at the Grand Theatre in Fitzgerald. The ceremony honored 258 students who were awarded their associate degrees, diplomas or technical certificates of credit, as well as 13 GED® graduates. Wiregrass is proud to announce the Summer 2014 graduates for technical certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees listed below by county. (Atkinson County) Sarai Abonza, Jessica Bacilio, Edna Estrada, Josh Gidddens, and Adrianna K. Gillis (Ben Hill County) Angela D. Barker, Cori M. Bentz, Abigail L. Bostick, Suzannah M. Cravey, Cedreca D. Harris, Erin K. Hester, Frederick Jones,…

The Douglas Police Department and Douglas Fire Department are working together to continue investigations into criminal activities which have occurred over the last few months. The Douglas Police Department is soliciting any information in regards to suspicious fires and burglaries. “We are asking all citizens to stay vigilant and to report any suspicious activity,” says Mayor James H. Dennis. “We appreciate everyone who has provided information to aid our investigations in the past and encourage citizens to report tips to our ‘See Something, Say Something’ crime tip line at (912) 260-3600.” For crime or suspicious activity that is occurring and…

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The Certified Literate Community Program (CLCP) is a non-profit collaborative organized to promote, support, and enhance community literacy efforts locally. Communities participating in the program analyze community needs, create awareness of the needs, ensure that learning opportunities are offered, and evaluate progress so that the majority of citizens needing to improve their skills do so within 10 years. A network is formed to coordinate business, church, volunteer, social service, local government and schools, media and other efforts in the community to reach, influence and support those who want to improve their education. The CLCP is hosting a trivia night event…

In honor of Grandparents Day, West Green Elementary School hosted ‘Grits with Grands’ on September 5. Pre-K students and their grandparents enjoyed eating delicious grits prepared by the lunchroom staff. Special thanks to all of the grandparents who attended this special event. -Submitted by West Green Elementary School

Animaland Is Coming! WHERE: First Assembly of God Church (Social Hall) 1200 North Chester Ave. Douglas, GA 31533 WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 4 TIME: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. You will get to: Select an animal (and there are MANY to choose from) Make a wish on a special star to place inside your animalHelp stuff the animal at the “funtastic” Fluff and Stuff Machine. Receive a birth certificate and give your animal their own unique name. Select an outfit (from some of the cutest around) to give your animal personality and style. Silver Package: $15 (includes animal, wishing star and birth…

The Douglas Rotary Club welcomed Mr. Richard Woods of Tifton as their guest speaker for their September 4 meeting. Mr. Woods discussed his take on the state of public education in Georgia and reflected on what things he felt would improve Georgia’s education system. Mr. Woods has over 22 years of experience in public education. The club would like to thank Mr. Woods for taking time to speak with us. -Submitted by Sarah Lott Brown

The Douglas Kiwanis Club will have its annual chicken que on Tuesday, September 30. The meal will consist of half chicken bbq plates with baked beans, coleslaw, bread, and cake. The cost is $9. Checks should be made payable to the Kiwanis Club. Cash will be accepted and all proceeds will go to fund Kiwanis youth projects in Douglas and Coffee County. The meal will be prepared by Flying Cowboy on 441 South. Tickets are available from Kiwanis members. School system employees can purchase tickets at all schools and the board of education. Tickets are also on sale at Edward Jones…