Brantley seeks reelection
Greg Brantley is officially announcing that he has qualified to seek re-election to the Board of Education for the Blackburn seat. Brantley expressed his appreciation to the community for the opportunity to serve. “Thank you for allowing me to serve you, our children, and this county for 16 years,” he said. Brantley stated that his…
Read MoreBusiness owners oppose GDOT plan
A room full of local business owners met Monday at city hall with representatives of the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). And once again the group left no doubt that there was unanimous opposition to GDOT’s plans to make changes to Coffee and Jarman streets through Hazlehurst. After a GDOT representative went over the history…
Read MoreCommissioner races have a crowded field
There will be a crowded field of candidates for the 2026 elections in Jeff Davis County as six men qualified for two positions on the Jeff Davis County Board of Commissioners. Incumbent Ocmulgee District (District 5) County Commissioner Vann Wooten drew two opponents — Mike Nester and Greg Sears. And three men qualified for the…
Read MoreKing announces candidacy
Micah Meshach King has announced his candidacy for the Georgia State House of Representatives in District 157, launching a campaign centered on practical solutions, economic opportunity, and strong support for rural communities across Tattnall, Evans, Jeff Davis, and Appling counties. King, a lifelong advocate for working families and small businesses, says his campaign will focus…
Read MoreMr. Jeffery Leland Bohannon, 59
Mr. Jeffery Leland Bohannon, 59, of Hazlehurst, passed away March 3 at his home. Jeff was born Oct. 4, 1966, in Hazlehurst, to Faye Rewis Crews and the late Leland Albert Bohannon. He graduated from Jeff Davis High School in 1985 and went on to build a life defined by hard work and determination. He…
Read MoreMr. Larry Marlon Butler, 82
Mr. Larry Marlon Butler, 82, of Hazlehurst, passed away March 9 at his home under the gentle care of Coastal Hospice, surrounded by his small family. Larry was born July 31, 1943, during the tumultuous period of WWII in the home of his late parents who were sharecroppers, Fred and Lola Butler in Bacon County.…
Read MoreMr. Atris Ray Jr., 88
Mr. Atris Ray Jr., 88, of Denton, passed away March 2 at Jeff Davis Hospital in Hazlehurst. He was born Oct. 16, 1937, in Hazlehurst to the late Atris Ray Sr. and Carrie Ellis Ray. He was a native and lifelong resident of Denton and attended Denton Baptist Church. He was a carpenter by trade…
Read MoreMrs. Gina Smith Rozier, 56
Mrs. Gina Smith Rozier, 56, passed away March 4. She was born April 14, 1969, in Douglas to Alfred Smith and the late Jenny Smith. Since 2011, she fought a long and courageous battle with cancer, showing incredible strength and determination throughout the years. To know Gina was truly to love her. She had a…
Read MoreBaseball takes 2 of 3 against Berrien
Jeff Davis High’s baseball team moved into its region schedule last week, winning 2 of 3 games against Berrien. Last Tuesday, the Jackets lost 1-0 in Nashville. Thursday in Hazlehurst JD took a 4-0 win and Friday in Nashville the Jackets won 4-0. The Jackets improved to 5-7 overall and 2-1 in region play. Berrien…
Read MoreSoccer girls continue to roll
This past week Jeff Davis soccer had two matches: Appling County and Berrien County. The first matchup was on Tuesday at home against Appling County. The girls continued their impressive form taking an 8-0 victory over the Pirates. Alex Arano scored 5 of the 8 goals, while Abby Harper, Mayrani Trejo and Alera Vann scored…
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