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Department of Justice reaches $3 million settlement with various Georgia Boards for alleged violations of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act 

The DOJ has reached a $3 million settlement with 42 Georgia Boards to resolve allegations that they did not recognize the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.

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Lori Johnson hoping to continue putting students and faculty first while serving on the Board of Education

Lori Johnson is running for reelection for Board of Education District 2 and hopes to continue her commitment to the students and faculty of the Houston County School District.

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Warner Robins shooting leaves two injured, police say

Law enforcement also found and detained a suspect.

Anya Turpin promoting Perry, reflects on purpose, parenthood | Remarkable Women

Turpin, the executive director of Visit Perry, brings several qualities to the role that align with her experience as a woman.

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Local mother Courtney Driver enters race for Houston County School Board, post two

Courtney Driver will be running against incumbent Lori Johnson. The General Primary Election is Tuesday, May 19.

Warner Robins unveils new artwork for ‘Adopt-A-Box’ Program: Bringing technique to traffic boxes

Eight newly decorated traffic boxes stretch across N. Davis Drive.

Hawkinsville man sentenced for trafficking methamphetamine in Houston County 

Draymond Brooks of Hawkinsville was sentenced to 30 years with the first 15 years to be served in prison for trafficking methamphetamine in Houston County. Brooks also has to pay a $200,000 fine and will be banished from the county.

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Young entrepreneur set to open Brass Tap in Warner Robins this summer: ‘A community investment’

A 24-year-old entrepreneur is venturing into a career in business by bringing a new community spot to his hometown.

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Centerville Councilwoman Velicia Lowe believes empowered women empower women

Centerville Councilwoman Velicia Lowe shared what womanhood means to her, and how she remains a leader in her community.

Shane Gottwals hoping to continue chapter of serving Houston County’s citizens

Shane Gottwals is hoping to continue his service to the citizens of Houston County by running for reelection for Houston County Board of Commissioners Post 2.

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