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Brieanna Smith/Managing Editor

Brieanna Smith is the Managing Editor of The Houston Home Journal. Born in Denver, she spent most of her childhood in Grand Junction, Colorado. She graduated from Colorado Mesa University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and a minor in Graphic Design. She worked as a technical director and associate producer for KREX 5 News in Grand Junction, Colorado, before moving to Georgia and starting her tenure at the Journal in 2022. She and her husband, Devon, currently reside in Warner Robins. When she is not working, Brie finds joy in painting, playing her ukulele, playing cozy video games and exploring new music.

Brieanna's Latest Articles

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Centerville man sentenced for fatal 2024 gas station shooting

A man pled guilty to a murder charge and was sentenced after a shooting in 2024, the Houston County District Attorney’s Office announced.

Centerville man sentenced to life for sexual battery

A man faces life in prison for attacking his girlfriend, according to the Houston County District Attorney’s Office.

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Four injured after wall collapse at construction site, police say

Police are investigating Wednesday after a construction accident on Perry Parkway. 

Centerville hosting Food Truck Friday this weekend

April showers bring May flowers. April showers also cancelled an event in Centerville, bit it’ll make a return this weekend. 

Autism sensory kits available to sheriff’s deputies, thanks to local organization: ‘A game changer’

The Houston County Sheriff’s Office now has a tool in their belt to help the neurodivergent community, thanks to a gift from Operation Arresting Hunger.

All about melons

Melons are a favorite of many gardeners.

Man released from prison after previous life sentence for armed robbery

Jessie Askew walked into a Houston County courtroom in handcuffs Friday morning, but left free after a hearing years in the making.

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Warner Robins Council transfers funds to Haven Hope House, explains donation process

Haven Hope House, Warner Robins’ homeless shelter, is one step closer to full operation after funding was transferred to the shelter’s operating partner.

Where science meets service: Robins’ Chemistry Lab essential for base operations

If it’s a critical substance, there’s a chance it has come through the Chemical Analysis Laboratory on Robins Air Force Base.

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Man found dead in middle of the road, police investigating

Local police are investigating a death on a local road Tuesday morning.

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