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Sandra Hernandez/HHJ Staff Writer

Sandra Hernandez is a Staff Writer for the Houston Home Journal. Although she was born in Perry, she grew up in Warner Robins and is a Houston County native. She graduated from Middle Georgia State University in 2024 with a Bachelor of Arts in New Media and Communication. While in college, she served as Editor-in-Chief for the school’s newspaper The Statement. During her junior year, she started working with the Journal in 2023 and has been informing and connecting with her community since then. When she is not in the newsroom or chasing a story, she enjoys reading, watching movies/shows, listening to music, and spending time with her family and friends. She can be reached at sandra@hhjonline.com.

Sandra Hernandez/HHJ Staff Writer's Latest Articles

Fort Valley man sentenced to 25 years in prison for child molestation

Corey Alan Husk, 34, of Fort Valley, was convicted of five counts of child molestation by a Houston County jury on Wednesday, March 11.

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Houston County Sheriff’s Office, police departments join combined task force to reduce drug trafficking and gang violence

The Houston County Sheriff’s Office and other local agencies have joined a combined task force, targeting drug trafficking and gang violence. 

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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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 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.

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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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Houston County School Board Candidate Andy Thomas answering a call to serve

Andy Thomas is being guided by his faith to run for District 6 at-large. The General Election is on May 19.

Fourth person convicted in Child Trafficking Case in Houston County

Demaria Williams, 36, of Byron has pleaded guilty to his involvement in the trafficking and exploitation of a 13-year-old female.

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Duck Donuts waddling to middle Georgia with Byron location

Duck Donuts is guaranteed to give everyone something to quack about when the business officially opens on Saturday, Feb. 28. 

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Middle Georgia native to film psychological thriller in Macon, Warner Robins

Lights, camera, action! A Warner Robins native is gearing up to start production on his first film, “Bar Exam,” set for release in 2027.

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