Tilley named to UGA ’40 under 40′
Sen. Blake Tillery (R – Vidalia) was recently named to the University of Georgia’s “40 Under 40” Class of 2019 by the UGA Alumni Association. This program celebrates the personal, professional and philanthropic achievements of successful UGA graduates under the age of 40. “I am honored to be among the distinguished graduates of UGA being…
Read MoreMrs. Betty Jean Rowell Brown, 85
Mrs. Betty Jean Rowell Brown, 85, of Hazlehurst, died June 29 at Navicent Healthcare in Macon. Ms. Brown was born Jan. 10, 1934, in Jeff Davis County to the late Odell Rowell and the late Bessie Selph Rowell. She was retired from Bank of Hazlehurst and a member of Southside Baptist Church. She is preceded…
Read MoreMs. Malissia Lynn Brown Dupree, 52
Ms. Malissia Lynn Brown Dupree, 52, of Hazlehurst, died June 23 at Jeff Davis Hospital. Ms. Durpee was born Jan. 29, 1967, in Bacon County. She had lived most of her life in Jeff Davis County and was a photographer. She is preceded in death by her father, Raymond Brown and grandson, Alex Hinnant. Survivors…
Read MoreMs. Madelene Wigley Gray, 78
Ms. Madelene Wigley Gray, 78, of Hazlehurst, died June 24 from injuries received in an automobile accident in Hazlehurst. Ms. Gray was born in Jeff Davis County to the late Clyde Daniel Wigley and the late Alba Chrystine Powell Wigley. She was a housewife and is preceded in death by her brothers, Dwight Wigley, Dewey…
Read MoreMrs. Angela Michelle ‘Angie’ Hall, 55
Mrs. Angela Michelle “Angie” Hall, 55, of Baxley passed away June 24 at Appling Healthcare System. Mrs. Hall was born Oct. 25, 1963, in Griffin and was a correctional officer at Georgia Department of Correction in Bacon County. She was preceded in death by her step-father, A.J. Rowell, brother, Scott Mims and aunt, Mildred Miller.…
Read MoreMr. Roger Dale Hesters, 64
Mr. Roger Dale Hesters, 64, of Graham, died June 26 at Appling Healthcare. Mr. Hester was born July 31, 1954, in Appling County to the late Hilton Lee Hesters and the late Mary Rentz Hesters. He was employed with Hazlehurst Mills and is preceded in death by his siblings, Dolly Mae Dyal, Dorothy Carter, William…
Read MoreMiscellaneous — By Tommy Purser
A few things I learned while looking for something else: There are 15 Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles crisscrossing the United States each year. They take people on rides, hang out at grocery stores handing out Wiener Whistles and coupons, chat with people, take photos, attend events, do media interviews and otherwise promote the company. The word…
Read MoreGardens And Neighbors — By John Reed
Much has been written about the difference between city people and country folks. Those living in small towns are considered more neighborly, friendlier, more likely to help those in need. I’m sure there are lots of reasons for this, but I’m betting at least one comes from the activities people did as kids growing up…
Read MoreJack Of All Trades — By Tommy Purser
It’s been a little over seven years since Olen Googe died at the age of 80. For newcomers to our community, Olen Googe is the namesake of Googes, Inc. Before his sons took over the operation of the convenience store, it was called Googe’s Superette. Notice that Googe’s in Googe’s Superette is singular and Googes,…
Read MoreKersey Will Keep Funds For Collecting City Taxes
Georgia law makes it possible for county tax commissioners to enter into contractual agreements to collect taxes for municipalities in their counties. And receive personal payments for the service. Last year, like in most Georgia counties, the Jeff Davis County Tax Commissioner has collected the City of Hazlehurst’s taxes and the payments for the service…
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