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Will Houston County make pageant history again? Here are some of the 2026 contestants for Miss Georgia. 

Ten Houston County girls are headed to Columbus, Georgia, and will compete to be crowned the 2026 Miss Georgia or Miss Georgia's teen.

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Reporting family violence and other crimes in Houston County just got easier with new Crimestoppers app

After a deadly year of domestic violence in 2025, the Sheriff's Office and Crimestoppers are releasing an app to make reporting that much easier.

Larry Walker, Jr. dies at 84, public officials react to his life and legacy

Former state Senate majority leader Larry Walker Jr. died at the age of 84, and many have felt his loss. 

Warner Robins man sentenced to 18 years in prison after buying stolen golf carts, possessing methamphetamine

Kerry Mikeal Holt, Jr., 51, pleaded guilty just before his scheduled trial on Monday, June 8. The case stemmed from a 2024 investigation.

‘Cops at Donut Shops’ fundraiser helps Warner Robins police raise money for Special Olympics

Officers raised over $2,000 through the Law Enforcement Torch Run.

Multiple buildings searched by local, state and federal agencies in Warner Robins

A coordinated law enforcement effort resulted in search warrants at multiple locations in Warner Robins on Wednesday. 

Street tacos, Star Wars and Slice and Spice delights HHJ staff | Warner Robins Take Flight Tour reviews

Take a journey with the HHJ Newsroom as we try flights from the City of Warner Robins' Take Flight Tour.

Drink a Star Wars flight or eat one as a reminder of home at Woodlands Cafe: HHJ Eats

Woodlands has fruity drinks from a far away galaxy and satisfying southern comfort food for the Take Flight Tour. Here's how both tasted.

Chicken wings laid on a red and white checkered paper.
Slice and Spice offers flavorful wings for the city’s tour | HHJ Eats

Slice and Spice featured chicken wings bursting with Indian spices and flavors for the city's Take Flight tour.

Salsa’s street tacos are solid | HHJ Eats

What the restaurant lacked in actual salsa flavor, it more than made up for with the tacos.

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