Fitzgerald Herald-Leader

03/06/2025

CSX is working on tracks in Ben Hill County in Fitzgerald. crossings currently closed are: Currently closed:
Merrimac Dr.
Altamaha St.
Oconee St.

Closings to be closed Tuesday are:
Central Ave.
Monitor Dr.
SR107

03/06/2025

We have been asked to post this to help get the word out to people in rural Coffee County.

FEMA’s next housing resource fair will be held at The Atrium at 114 N. Peterson Ave. in downtown Douglas. This location will be open this Saturday, March 8, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The goal is to connect eligible survivors with affordable housing and helping them towards recovery. Here they will meet with local housing organizations, landlords and property owners, the Small Business Administration and much more. “As Georgians continue to recover, we just want them to know that we are here for them, and that they are not alone throughout their recovery journey. We hope to see survivors who may need assistance walk through these doors and get the help that they may need,” says James Wood of FEMA.

01/22/2025

All Wiregrass Georgia Technical campuses will remain closed on Thursday, January 23. The latest report indicates that the snow will not be able to adequately melt to ensure roads are passable tomorrow. All campus updates will be posted on the college’s main page, at Wiregrass.edu, and through the college’s message alert system.

01/21/2025

Things are starting to get back to normal on the roads here in South Georgia. As such, all Southwell physician practices and convenient care clinics will be back open on Friday (1-24-25). Thanks from your friends at Southwell for being safe during this historic weather event.

01/21/2025

ATTENTION: All South Health District clinics and offices will close Tuesday, January 21 at 1:00PM and remain closed all day Wednesday, January 22.

At this time, we plan to reopen on Thursday, January 23. If that decision changes, we will post updates to our website and social media accounts.

We encourage you to follow the National Weather Service for the most up-to-date information on the Winter Storm and your local Emergency Management Agency for information specific to your county, including cold weather shelters and additional recommended safety measures.

01/21/2025

The office of First Baptist Church is closed until Thursday. All Wednesday activities have been canceled.

01/21/2025

Based on the latest weather updates from the National Weather Service and following consultation with our local Emergency Management Agency, Dorminy Medical Center has decided to close our DMC Clinics and Outpatient Services at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, January 21st, with the closure extending all day, Wednesday, January 22nd.

If you require immediate care, please note that our Emergency Department will remain operational 24 hours a day.

01/21/2025

Due to the winter storm warning, our offices will close at 2 p.m. today (Tuesday) and remain closed Wednesday. ❄️⛄️

A wintry mix of snow, sleet and ice is expected with this storm. Ice can significantly increase the weight on power lines. This added weight can cause lines to sag, break or snap. Ice accumulation on tree branches can cause them to break and fall onto power lines, causing power outages.

Our employees are prepared to respond to power outages if necessary. To report an outage, make a payment or check your balance, use our app or online customer service portal. To report an outage by phone, call 888-308-6582. To make a payment or check your balance by phone, call 229-468-7415.

01/21/2025

01/21/2025

01/21/2025

Due to the predicted winter weather, SGSC will move to remote operations for both the Douglas and Waycross campuses beginning at 2 pm on Tuesday, Jan. 21, and continue throughout the day on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

Please check your SGSC email and the SGSC website for important weather-related updates.

www.sgsc.edu

01/21/2025

Weather Update ‼️

01/21/2025

Due to inclement weather coming into our area, Wiregrass Tech will be open tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21, until 3:00 p.m. and will be closed all day on Wednesday, January 22. This is for all 4 campuses. Any updates or announcements will be posted on the college's main page, alert system, and website. The college plans to reopen on Thursday, January 23.

01/21/2025

Irwin County Schools: Irwin County Schools will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

The safety of our students, staff, and families remains our top priority. We are continuing to monitor weather conditions and are in communication with local emergency agencies. Please continue to monitor our website and social media channels for further updates regarding Wednesday, January 22, 2025.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

01/21/2025

From Interim Superintendent Stevie Harden:
Following the 2:30 PM update from the National Weather Service and discussions with our local Emergency Management Agency director, we will proceed with a regular school day on Tuesday. We will NOT have any after school activities on Tuesday.
**We will continue to monitor the weather and conditions throughout the day tomorrow to make an informed decision regarding Wednesday. Thank you! Go Canes!!!

12/05/2024

A FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Center is open in Ben Hill County to give survivors another option to get help applying for federal assistance, receive updates on their applications and learn about the appeals process.
Theresa center is located at the Ben Hill County Extension office at 321 Dewey McGlamry Rd. It will be open today until 7 p,m. and fron 8a.m.-7 p.m. tomorrow and Saturday.