City of Waycross, Government

Don't miss this great opportunity for the youth to learn more about our law enforcement. #jrpoliceacademy

Congratulations Lt. James Jay Rylee!

Congratulations Lt. Lance Card

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Commissioner Strickland.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Sheriff Royal and his family and friends.

Happy Holidays from Commissioner Davis!

Happy Holidays from Commissioner Hopkins

City Hall's Elevator will be down for maintenance on December 16th for 2 weeks.City Hall's Elevator will be down for maintenance on December 16th for 2 weeks.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Commissioner Threat!

Be safe this holiday season...

Menu for Grab-N-Go Meals Tuesday, December 8th Free meals for all children ages 18 & under... Spaghetti, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, Fruit & Milk Stop by Ware County High School or Waycross Middle School between 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. See you tonight!

Comments from Mayor Michael-Angelo James - December 4, 2020 #momentwiththemayor

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Commissioner Solomon-Gaines.

Mayor Michael-Angelo James and City Manager Tonya Miller with Representative Steven Sainz, Representative James Burchett, and Representative John Corbett at the Waycross/Ware County Chamber of Commerce's Legislative Luncheon. Thank you gentlemen for all you do for Waycross and Ware County.

Congratulations to Jonathan Brinkman (Public Works) for being awarded November 2020 Employee of the Month! Thank you for your service!

Happy Thanksgiving !!

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas everywhere you go! If you are in downtown Waycross, stop by City Hall and see our beautiful holiday display in the lobby! #christmas2020 #ohchristmastree #believe

Congratulations Mayor James!!!

Information on the upcoming special election ...

There will not be any 5-item pickups Thanksgiving week. We apologize for the inconvenience.There will not be any 5-item pickups Thanksgiving week. We apologize for the inconvenience.

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) COVID-19 Emotional Support Hotline supports all citizens impacted by COVID-19 via telephone 7 days a week from 8am to 11pm. Services include the following: 1. Assisting individuals in understanding their current situations and reactions to COVID-19 2. Discussing stress management and coping skills when dealing with isolation, high feelings of stress, depression, and being overwhelmed and 3. Providing links to referrals and community resources

How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes! - - Maya Angelou #VeteransDay

Remember, time goes back an hour at midnight or before you go to bed. #wegainanhour #fallback

Happy Halloween. Be safe and protect yourself and your family. And have fun!! #halloween

City of Waycross' Finance Department wore pink today to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness. #october #BreastCancerAwareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. On Tuesday, October 20, City Hall employees and the City Commission wore pink t-shirts to help raise awareness and recognize women who have been and are impacted by this disease. Encouraged your family members to get checked regularly. Make a donation, if possible, so that we can one day eradicate this disease.... #breastcancerawareness #october See more

Please go to the Chamber's page and "like" the City's scarecrow display! #scarecrow #ScarecrowContest

The city of Waycross recognizes one of our centenarians; Mrs. Lois Raynor.

The city of Waycross recognizes one of our centenarians; Mrs. Novadine L. Everett. Novadine Alice Lee Everett Ms. Everett was born on May 17, 1916. Ms. Everett was born in Appling County and moved to Waycross when she was 5 years of age. Her parents are Joseph Caleb Lee and Eula Barnes Lee. Her father worked for ACL until he retired. After, retirement, Mr. Lee and his wife ran the Restaurant Creamland. ... Ms. Novadine married Tracy Louis Everett. Mr. Everett serviced in the navy; then, he and Ms. Novadine ran Tracy’s cleaners. Mr. Everett became a Chevron jobber until he retired. She had four siblings, three (3) deceased Lawanna, twin brothers, James Thomas and James Henry, and a living sister, Patsy. She has (1)one Daughter, Mrs. June Everett Pittman. She has been a member of Central Baptist Church for way over 50 years

The city of Waycross recognizes one of our centenarians; Mrs. Margaret Davis. Margaret Cantrell Davis celebrated her 103rd birthday on July 18th. Formerly a resident of Patterson now residing at Baptist Village in Waycross, Georgia. Her two daughters, Betty Barnard, Clemont, FL, and Judy Rowell, Brunswick, GA were not able to celebrate this joyous day with her due to COVID-19 regulations but rejoiced in prayer for her safety.

The city of Waycross recognizes one of our centenarians; Mrs. Elnora Burrough. Elnora Burrough (100) Ms. Elnora Burrough was born on October 17, 1919, in Wilcox County. She was raised on a farm tending to mules, picking and chopping cotton, stacking peanuts, and much more. She also worked at a laundry mat. She raised two kids in Rochelle Ga. She retired at 80 years old and moved to Waycross, Ga. She had 12 siblings who have all deceased. She has three daughters, Mamie Dean Canty, Louise Dean Craig, and Georgia Mae Easley, and nine grandkids.

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The city of Waycross recognizes one of our centenarians; Mrs. Jewell Spence Davis. JEWELL SPENCE DAVIS (103) Mrs. Jewell Spence Davis, 103, lifelong resident of Waresboro and retired teacher at Waresboro Elementary was born to Luke and Nettie Cribb Spence on March 8th, 1917 on the family farm near Waresboro. She had seven brothers and sisters, three reached their mid to late 90s, all deceased. She graduated from Waresboro High school, South Georgia College in Douglas, Ge...orgia Southern in Statesboro, and Valdosta State College. At the age of 18, she began her teaching career at Waresboro and retired from that same school 37 years later. She married Joseph Clayton Davis son of Early A. Davis and Lilly Hodges Davis of Telmore April 7, 1939. They have 2 children; Joseph Spence Davis (Elaine) of Waresboro and Betty Davis Lee (Quitman) of Waresboro. She has 3 grandchildren, Dana Lee Smith, Alicia Lee Johnson (James) all of Waresboro, and Dr. Brett Griffin of Los Angeles California. She also has 2 Great Granddaughters, Hannah Smith of Warner Robbins and Maggie Barnes of Statesboro, and a grandson, Kayan Griffin. Mrs. Davis has lived in Waresboro all of her life and has attended Waresboro First United Methodist Church all her life. In the Church, she has held many offices in it such as Sunday school teacher, lay speaker, secretary, treasurer, and trustee. She’s an avid card player, fisherwoman, bingo enthusiast, and loves to travel.

The city of Waycross recognizes one of our centenarians; Mrs. Inez Robinson Studvient. Inez Robinson Studvient Inez Robinson Studvient daughter of the late Robert James Robinson of Whitesville (Columbia County) North Carolina, and the late Leatha Brinkley Robinson of Telmore (Ware County) Georgia, was born January 22, 1919, and received her elementary education in Telmore, Ga. She then attended Center High School and graduated from eleventh grade as valedictorian of her cla...ss. Inez later attended Mrs. I.V.L. Alkinson’s Sunlight Beauty School and became a first-class cosmetologist (hairdresser). This Career was practiced until she married the love of her life. She lived in San Diego, California, Trenton, New Jersey, Newport, Rhode Island, and Jacksonville, Fla.as he went on several tours of duty. After nearly twenty-three years of service, they settled in Jacksonville, Fla. She became an LPN in Jacksonville and was employed in the nursing field for several years. She finally traveled to Waycross weekly to be her father’s nurse who was almost 103 years old, so that her sister could continue teaching school. Inez was his nurse until his demise in 1983. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church where she became a member during her high school years. Several years following the death of her husband she moved back to Waycross in 1990 and was restored to her former membership where she proudly served in several ministries as long as she was able. Inez is one of ten siblings, five brothers, and four sisters. Robert, Loretta, Moses, Richard, Edward, and Ferman are deceased. Evelyn, Ruthea, and Rosetta remain to rejoice with her. She has no natural children, but she is well-loved because she has been a mother figure to all the young in the family including sisters and brothers. Inez is humble, yet outspoken, preserving, yet generous, exact, yet fair, strong-willed, yet loving, daring, yet cautious. Her life is gentle and the elements so mixed in her that mature might stand up and say to all the world This is a Woman.

A centenarian is a person who has reached the age of 100 years. Because life expectancies worldwide are below 100 years, the term is invariably associated with longevity. In 2012, the United Nations estimated that there were 316,600 living centenarians worldwide. The city of Waycross recognizes one of our centenarians; Mr. Joe Wilkins. Mr. Joe Wilkins was born on March 5, 1920, in Brantley County. He worked in turpentine most of his life. He has two sons. He resides at Harb...orview in Waycross, Ga. #100 #centenarian See more

Contractors for the City of Waycross will soon begin Extensive Road Construction on Tebeau Street. This work will be along Tebeau Street from Brunswick Avenue to North City Boulevard. Construction work may begin as soon as Monday, October 19th until completed. There may be lane closures, detours, etc., Please heed all construction signs.... THE PUBLIC IS URGED TO USE ALTERNATE ROUTES AND DRIVE WITH CAUTION.

City Parks are opening!!! However, please give us a few days to clean, place signage, and to get the swings and nets back up. Then enjoy the fall weather in one of many Waycross parks. Have fun, be active, and be safe!! #playtime #cityparks

In honor of those who served and those who are serving to protect our freedoms and way of life. The City of Waycross and the Waycross Police Department thanks you! #veteran #AirForce #Army #CoastGuard #Marines #Navy

You wear one to protect me and I will wear one to protect you. It's a small gesture but has a major impact on the health and well-being of our citizens. #maskupbeahero #WaycrossSafe

Complete your 2020 Census before the rapidly approaching deadline. *It's quick and easy. The 2020 Census questionnaire will take about 10 minutes to complete. *It's safe, secure, and confidential. Your information and privacy are protected. *Your response helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services. *Results from the 2020 Census will be used to determine the number of seats each state has in Congres...s and your political representation at all levels of government. www.my2020census.gov

Free COVID-19 testing is now available at your local health department. Please visit covid19.dph.ga.gov to schedule an appointment now! Testing is available by appointment only, so please make sure you pre-register.

Time is Running Out for an Accurate 2020 Census Count! The deadline for the 2020 Census is September 30. As of September 16, Georgia ranked #46 in total census response rates (self-response + door-to-door collections). There are less than two weeks left to maximize collections to ensure our community receives its fair share of federal funding and has reliable data to use for redistricting, planning, and service delivery. The 2020 Census only takes 10 minutes to complete and will have an impact on our community for 10 years. www.2020census.gov #2020Census

September 18th's Moment with the Mayor.

Contact the Ware County Board of Elections if you have any questions about mail-in ballots.

Waycross' medical staff featured again. Congratulations Memorial Satilla Health!

Don't miss this crucial conversation!

Get Georgia Well is a group of business leaders, community leaders, and volunteers who urgently want to stop the spread of COVID-19 and return Georgia to a healthy state, both for our people and our economy. An initiative of the Georgia Hospital Association, Metro Atlanta Chamber and Central Atlanta Progress, its focus is to urge people to change simple behaviors to protect the health of themselves and their loved ones.

Mask up Waycross! Be a hero from your Mayor and Commissioners.

Due to increment weather, ESG Management has postponed Street Closure on Wednesday, September 16. Street Closure, rescheduled for Monday, September 21, 2020 same time and location.

Make sure you complete your 2020 Census form!

On September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks killed 2,977 people and injured thousands at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. The City of Waycross' Mayor, city manager, and staff pay respect to those who lost their lives and were injured on that tragic day in the United States of America.

Congratulations Howard's Cafe on your Ribbon Cutting ceremony with the Waycross-Ware County Chamber of Commerce. We wish you much success! #maskup #Congratulations #goodfood

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 1, 2020 Okefenokee Swamp Park signs Concession Agreement with the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge to operate Okefenokee Adventures in Folkston Waycross, Ware County, Georgia...Continue reading

Congratulations to Keith Brown from Public Works-Garage for being awarded Employee of the Month for the month of September! Thank you Keith for all you do for the City of Waycross!

A moment with the Mayor; August 28, 2020. #completeyourcensus

UNINSURED PATIENT ADVISOR HOTLINE: 833-541-5757 The nation is still seeing very large numbers of people filing for unemployment. For those who have lost jobs, this often means losing their healthcare coverage. To help people manage their health insurance, our free service helps patients find their best coverage options for their individual situations. In mid-May, we opened our uninsured patient hotline and we have been able to help patients with a variety of issues understan...d their coverage options. WE ARE NOT SELLING INSURANCE. We are helping people make sense of the myriad of options so they can safeguard their health during this unprecedented time. HCA Healthcare created this dedicated hotline for patients that may have recently lost their jobs (laid off or furloughed) providing the following: Evaluate eligibility for COBRA, Healthcare Marketplace/Exchange Plans, and/or Medicaid and potential resources that may offset the cost of insurance premiums Understand, complete and submit eligibility applications on the patients' behalf (if desired) Follow up with county or state to complete eligibility process (if needed)

Complete Mask Ordinance.... ORDINANCE NO. O20-13 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WAYCROSS, GEORGIA, REQUIRING ...Continue reading

A city-wide mask mandate has been ordained by the City Commission of the City of Waycross, Georgia, that for the protection of members of the public, facial coverings or masks shall be required within the City to slow the spread of COVID-19. The mandate is effective immediately. Below are the important facts that Waycross business owners and citizens should be aware of: For purposes of this Ordinance, the following terms are hereby defined as follows: (1) Entity means any p...Continue reading

Here is a summary of the mask ordinance for the City of Waycross. The ordinance is effective immediately.

Congratulations to the Employee of the month for August 2020. Driver Engineer with Waycross Fire Department, Mr. Daniel Dileo! Thank you for your service!

If you need help completing your 2020 Census, stop by Macedonia Baptist Church (702 Arnold McKinney Drive) on Friday from 9a - 2pm. Let's make Waycross/Ware County count!

Today’s moment with Mayor James

Friday Press Conference - City of Waycross will be starting shortly.

Have you reached out to your neighbor to see if they have completed their Census? Call, text or swing by and encourage them to help make a difference for our community. Complete your 2020 Census today by going to, https://my2020census.gov/ or by calling 1-844-330-2020. #Census #community #chamber

The results of the 2020 Census will help communities plan for the future. And they will shape how hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funding are distributed across the countryfor business development, rural education, and much more. Complete your 2020 Census today by going to, https://my2020census.gov/ or by calling 1-844-330-2020.

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A special update from Mayor James...

PSA from Bobby McCullough; CEO of Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross, Georgia. Complete your 2020 Census as soon as possible. Last day to self-complete is September 30th. www.2020census.gov #census #waycrosscounts

Free COVID-19 testing at CityHall on Thursday, August 13, 2020 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

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Complete your 2020 Census today! www.2020census.gov The census is counting on you!