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PHOTOS: Culture celebrated during fifth annual Perry International Festival

Photos from this year's Perry International Festival. Attendees explored the world during the award-winning event on Saturday, March 7.

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Reynolds man convicted of family violence-related aggravated assault in Centerville

Devin Robinson of Reynolds was sentenced to 20 years with the first seven to be served in prison for aggravated assault-family violence for attacking his girlfriend in Centerville.

City of Perry adds kid-friendly upgrades to Welcome Park 

The City of Perry has added new additions to Welcome Park. The city and Main Street Advisory Board celebrated these upgrades with a ribbon-cutting on Thursday.

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 Rutha Jackson announces candidacy for Houston County Commissioner, post two: ‘Yes, we can!’

Rutha Jackson announced she will be running for Houston County Commissioner, Post Two in front of the Houston County Annex on Thursday.

Dan Perdue vying for second term as Houston County Commissioner Chair

Long-time Houston County resident and Chairman of the Houston County Board of Commissioners, Dan Perdue, is seeking reelection for a second term as Chairman.

Centerville city council approves budget calendar, mobile home ordinance revision

Centerville City Council honored finance staff during Government Finance Professional Appreciation Week, approved the fiscal year 2027 budget calendar, and updated mobile home safety regulations, including higher inspection fees.

Warner Robins city council approves graveyard relocation to Magnolia Park Cemetery

Warner Robins City Council discussed raising lifeguard pay to address a staffing shortage, approved relocating a historic cemetery to Magnolia Park, and authorized planting new trees along Russell Parkway as part of a beautification project.

Commissioners hear from Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, proclaim March as Theatre in Our Schools Month 

Houston County Commissioners heard from Lt. Col. Joel Conrad, Commander of the 116th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and issued a proclamation recognizing school theatre.

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Perry Council approves playground name, citizen speaks for the trees

Perry City Council approves the recommended name for an inclusive park. Council also heard concerns related to their current tree ordinance.

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Former Veterans High School football coach arrested after transporting marijuana in Ben Hill County

The Ben Hill County Sheriff's Officer arrested Kerrion Smith, a former teacher and football coach at Veterans High School on Monday, March 2.

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