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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

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Be safe while fireworks are bursting in the air
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June 23, 2025

Houston County Fire Chief Chris Stoner shared firework safety tips to remember this upcoming Fourth of July.

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Perry City Council denies townhouse development on Airport Road
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June 19, 2025

Houston Springs and Airport Road residents left satisfied after the city council denied a proposed townhouse development on Airport Road.

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J. Micheal Evans wins Centerville Mayor Special Election
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June 18, 2025

J. Micheal Evans has been elected Mayor of Centerville and will fill the unexpired term of former Mayor John Harley.

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Hundreds gathered in Warner Robins for nationwide ‘No Kings Day’ rally
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June 16, 2025

Chants were heard, signs were held, and people united at Perkins Field on Saturday, June 14, for a nationwide “No Kings Day” movement.

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Florida student pilot pleads guilty to stealing plane from Perry Airport
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June 16, 2025

A student pilot faces up to 10 years in prison for stealing private plane from the Perry-Houston County Airport hangar.

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Stay lightning safe during summer storms
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June 12, 2025

Senior Meteorologist Dylan Lusk at the National Weather Service shared tips on staying safe during the stormy season. 

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Center Park opens sensory-friendly playground for toddlers
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June 11, 2025

Center Park has expanded just in time for summer fun, making it both a toddler and sensory-friendly place to take the kids.

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Perry to celebrate annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Festival this Saturday
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June 9, 2025

Experience art, support local Black-owned businesses and celebrate Juneteenth at Rozar Park on Saturday, June 14, from noon to 3 p.m.

Woman steals $375K from Perdue over the course of two years, faces one count of bank fraud
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June 9, 2025

The GDI employee faces one count of bank fraud after stealing $375,757.69 from Perdue "ghost employees" for two years.

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Resident speaks out on proposed townhouse development on Airport Road
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June 5, 2025

Perry council heard a citizen's concern, recognized officers and a civilian and approved new additions to parks during Tuesday's meeting.

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