Houston Home Journal’s Sandra Hernandez wins top honors in state newspaper contest
Hernandez's photos from cultural events in 2025 took home first and second place in the contest, respectively.
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101-year-old World War II veteran recounts his time serving in Europe as a bombardier in the United States Air Force
World War II veteran J. Keith Lancaster sat down with the HHJ and discussed his time serving as a bombardier in the United States Air Force.
Houston County celebrates the Fourth of July | PHOTOS
Houston County went big this year for America's 250th anniversary with parties held by each of the three cities.
Houston Home Journal — July 4, 2026
Happy Independence Day from the HHJ!
Elko man charged with animal cruelty after neglecting dogs. Here’s how the law protects animals in Houston County
Houston County Animal Control share what happens after a person is charged with animal cruelty, and how they aim to keep residents informed.
AI literacy, drone technology among other skills taught at Academy of Innovation beginning this fall
Here's an inside look at Houston County School District's Academy of Innovation starting this upcoming school year.
The Assembly at Warner Robins kicks off Fourth of July celebrations with fireworks, fun at Celebrate Freedom event
Wednesday was the first of the major Fourth of July celebrations this week in Houston County with a spectacular fireworks display at the Assembly.
Houston County’s painting for America’s 250th anniversary embodies the meaning of the community
The painting showcases all scenes from Houston County and is unveiled as the county's celebration for America's 250th.
‘Career criminal’ sentenced to 10 years in prison for stealing copper pipe and wire at hotel
James Ray Clower, 53, pleaded guilty to five counts of burglary in the second degree after attempting to steal metal from a Ramada Inn.
What Dr. Vernard Hodges of ‘Critter Fixers’ says about keeping pets safe on the Fourth of July
With fireworks, cookouts and summer heat all posing risks, Critter Fixers veterinarian Dr. Vernard Hodges shares practical tips to help keep pets safe and calm this Fourth of July.
101-year-old World War II veteran recounts his time serving in Europe as a bombardier in the United States Air Force
World War II veteran J. Keith Lancaster sat down with the HHJ and discussed his time serving as a bombardier in the United States Air Force.
Houston County celebrates the Fourth of July | PHOTOS
Houston County went big this year for America's 250th anniversary with parties held by each of the three cities.
Houston Home Journal — July 4, 2026
Happy Independence Day from the HHJ!
Elko man charged with animal cruelty after neglecting dogs. Here’s how the law protects animals in Houston County
Houston County Animal Control share what happens after a person is charged with animal cruelty, and how they aim to keep residents informed.
AI literacy, drone technology among other skills taught at Academy of Innovation beginning this fall
Here's an inside look at Houston County School District's Academy of Innovation starting this upcoming school year.
The Assembly at Warner Robins kicks off Fourth of July celebrations with fireworks, fun at Celebrate Freedom event
Wednesday was the first of the major Fourth of July celebrations this week in Houston County with a spectacular fireworks display at the Assembly.
Houston County’s painting for America’s 250th anniversary embodies the meaning of the community
The painting showcases all scenes from Houston County and is unveiled as the county's celebration for America's 250th.
‘Career criminal’ sentenced to 10 years in prison for stealing copper pipe and wire at hotel
James Ray Clower, 53, pleaded guilty to five counts of burglary in the second degree after attempting to steal metal from a Ramada Inn.
What Dr. Vernard Hodges of ‘Critter Fixers’ says about keeping pets safe on the Fourth of July
With fireworks, cookouts and summer heat all posing risks, Critter Fixers veterinarian Dr. Vernard Hodges shares practical tips to help keep pets safe and calm this Fourth of July.