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Owen Jones

Owen Jones attended the University of North Georgia and graduated with a Bachelor in Communications and Multimedia Journalism. He started writing general sports for Sportslens.com before joining the HHJ in March 2024. In his free time, he loves hanging out with friends, family, and his dog Joey, playing video games, and watching his favorite sports teams, including UGA football, Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Hawks, and the Atlanta Falcons.

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Houston County honors Warner Robins High School Senior Resource Officer and firefighters who aided Brantley County 

Houston County Commissioners recognized Deputy Cody Nelson and county firemen in Tuesday's meeting.

Houston County government is fully rolling back their millage rate. What does this mean for citizens?

County government approved to roll-back the millage rate. How does this affect citizens?

Board Office in Perry
Houston County Board of Education pass the lowest millage since 1992

The Board approved the school district's lowest millage rate in over 30 years at their August meeting.

Georgia State Patrol to spread awareness on drunk driving and build relationships with the public with fall festival 

The second annual Georgia State Patrol Fall Festival will be Sept. 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. located at GSP Post 15.

Houston County Courthouse building with a symmetrical, modern facade featuring large windows, columns, and trimmed shrubs on a dry lawn under a sunny sky.
Warner Robins man abuses trust of family friend’s child, sentenced to 20 years for child molestation and sexual exploitation 

Leroy Layton, 64, of Warner Robins was sentenced to 20 years in prison for child molestation and sexual exploitation of children charges.

Student shot and injured at Warner Robins High School after altercation in bathroom, suspect in custody

One student was shot and injured yesterday afternoon at Warner Robins High School after a dispute in a bathroom. The shooter, Denzelle Willis Jr. is in custody. The incident is still under investigation.

Shooting reported at Warner Robins High School, roads closed until further notice 

Law enforcement says to avoid the area at this time. The HHJ will update you when more information becomes available.

Warner Robins ‘death dealer’ sentenced to 30 years for trafficking methamphetamine

Parris Bighems, 37, of Warner Robins was sentenced to 30 years for trafficking methamphetamine in Houston County.

Rescue Ranch hopes to bring affordable spay and neuter clinic to Perry

A popular spay and neuter clinic is expanding to Perry. Officials hope for a fall 2026 opening.

Perry High School art teacher named Houston County Teacher of the Year

Brianna Walker was named the district's Teacher of the Year. Here's her story.

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