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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.

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Perry council discusses comprehensive plan, councilmembers speak out against rate increases

The Perry Comprehensive Plan and councilmembers speaking out against rate increases were among the topics discussed at Tuesday's meeting.

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Renita Duncan aims to be the change by running for Georgia House of Representatives: ‘I will fight for our county’

Renita Duncan, a public servant dedicated to uplifting her community, is running for the Georgia House of Representatives, District 147.

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Genesis Joy House founder Margaret Queen-Flowers remains walking in her purpose | Remarkable Women

This week's Remarkable Woman is Dr. Margaret Queen-Flowers who created a safe haven for homeless female veterans.

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Operation ‘Rockin’ Robins’ leads to 24 arrests connected to sex trafficking, commercial sex buyers 

A months-long operation, “Rockin’ Robins,” targeted sex traffickers and commercial sex buyers and led to 24 arrests.

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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