Author: Donna Wilcox

As students prepare to return to the classroom in Jeff Davis County Schools, we are reminding families of the district’s cell phone policy for the 2026-27 school year following new Georgia laws restricting student cell phone use during the school day. While the state has implemented new legislation addressing student cell phone use, Jeff Davis County Schools have already had similar expectations in place, and those policies will continue this school year. “Our goal is a safe, focused learning environment with fewer distractions and more opportunities for student success.” Phones Should Be Stored Away During the School Day Under the…

Looking for something fun to do this month? The Jeff Davis County Library has a full calendar of activities planned throughout August, offering opportunities for children, teens, adults, and families to learn, create, and connect. From engaging storytimes for young readers to creative craft projects, games, movies, and special programs for all ages, the library is inviting the community to stop by and discover everything it has to offer. In addition to its monthly activities, the library is launching a new initiative designed to help local families prepare for Halloween. Throughout the month of August, the library will be collecting…

For generations of Jeff Davis Yellow Jackets, football has been about far more than wins, losses, and championships. It has been about building young men of character, creating lifelong friendships, and becoming part of something bigger than yourself. That philosophy is at the heart of 4TB – For the Brotherhood, a culture that continues to unite former players, current athletes, and coaches under one common purpose..While The Brotherhood has been growing over the past few years, the launch of jeffdavisfootball.com has created a central hub where alumni can reconnect, stay informed, and continue investing in the future of Jeff Davis…

As Jeff Davis County prepares to welcome students into the new Jeff Davis Primary School, the district’s youngest learners will also begin an exciting new chapter. Jeff Davis Pre-K, under the leadership of Dr. Denise Haley, will be housed in the new facility, providing students with a bright, modern learning environment designed to support early childhood education. With the start of school just around the corner, Dr. Haley is welcoming families and inviting them to visit the new school during Open House on Thursday, August 6, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Parents and students will have the opportunity to…

The 2026 season is set to begin for the Jeff Davis Yellow Jackets Softball Team, and while this year’s roster may be young, expectations remain high for a program coming off another successful campaign. Head Coach Brooke Wilcox enters her second season at the helm after guiding the Lady Jackets to an impressive 22-12 record in 2025. She’ll once again be joined by assistant coaches Kaleb Brown, Hunter Foster, and Jeff McGowan as the team looks to build on last year’s success. Despite having just two seniors and one junior on this year’s varsity roster, Wilcox believes the team’s work…

Welcome Madison Britt as the county’s new 4-H Agent! Madison is bringing with her experience in youth development, agriculture, and educational programming. Britt joins the Jeff Davis County Extension team after serving four years as the Coffee County 4-H Agent, where she led educational programs, coordinated the 4-H livestock program and BB team, and assisted with agriculture and natural resources programming. In announcing her arrival, Jeff Davis County Extension shared the following message:  “Please help Jeff Davis County Extension | 4-H welcome Madison Britt as the new Jeff Davis County 4-H Agent. After graduating from the University of Georgia with…

The excitement is building across Jeff Davis County as another season of Yellow Jacket football draws near. The 2026 Jeff Davis Yellow Jackets will officially kick off the season at home on Friday, August 7, welcoming Appling County to town for the first preseason scrimmage. The Jackets will also host Dublin on August 14 before opening the regular season at home against Vidalia on August 21 in the annual Pack the Pinelands game. As fans begin making plans for another exciting season, Jeff Davis County Schools has announced that Century Club Sports Passes are now available for purchase. The Century…

Excitement is building across Jeff Davis County as students prepare to begin the school year in the brand-new Jeff Davis Primary School. Serving students in Pre-K through second grade, the new campus represents a significant investment in the future of education and will welcome over 800 young learners when school begins. Leading the school is Principal, Dr. Shelly McBride, alongside Assistant Principal, Mr. Michael Creamer and Pre-K Director, Dr. Denise Haley, who will oversee the district’s Pre-K program housed at the new primary school. Together, they and the faculty have spent the last few weeks preparing classrooms, organizing the new…

For generations, tobacco has been woven into the agricultural heritage of Jeff Davis County. While the crop itself has changed over the years, one thing has remained constant—the dedication of local farmers committed to producing high-quality tobacco and advancing the industry through research. For the past six years, Williams Farms, operated by Jason and the late Kenneth Williams, has served as an on-farm collaborator for the Regional Tobacco Farm Test (RFT), an important research project conducted across three states. The program evaluates promising new tobacco varieties that may one day be released for commercial production. Each year, researchers compare eight…

As another school year approaches, the Jeff Davis County Family Connection Council is once again helping local families prepare by hosting its Annual Back-to-School Giveaway on Thursday, August 6, at the Multipurpose Agricultural Center Building on Pat Dixon Road, located next to the football stadium.The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. and is open to Jeff Davis County residents only. Students attending the event will receive free backpacks filled with school supplies while supplies last, helping ensure they have the tools they need for a successful start to the school year. In addition to distributing school…