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Sheriff speaks on scams circling around the county, spreads awareness 

Houston County Sheriff Matt Moulton spoke on the recent text message scams effecting the county and strives to continually spread awareness on these issues.

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Houston County School District breaks ground on future STEM and Career Academy

Houston County School District hosted a groundbreaking of its future STEM and Career Academy. The expected completion date is August 2027.

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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.

Law enforcement and firefighters square off in softball tournament for charity next weekend

Operation Arresting Hunger will host a softball tournament garnering friendly competition between local law enforcement and firefighters.

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.

Burn ban in effect for Houston County, fire chief provides updates

The state has recently issued a mandatory burn ban for 91 counties including Houston as wildfires continue to effect areas in Brantley and Clinch County.

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Atrium Health Navicent to provide virtual therapy in Houston County schools for students, parents

Atrium Health Navicent is making it easier for students and families to take care of their mental health with its program.

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Heart of Georgia Hospice Thrift store, hospice facility to be under one roof this fall

Heart of Georgia Hospice Thrift store and administrative office will move to 1725 Watson Boulevard this fall.

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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. 

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