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Sandra Hernandez

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.

Sandra's Latest Articles

Goodbyes are always bittersweet

Staff Writer Sandra Hernandez writes about her time at the Houston Home Journal and what she has learned over the years.

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Confrontation at Georgia National Fair under investigation, Perry police says

The Perry Police Department says they are investigating a confrontation that happened at the Georgia National Fair on Tuesday.

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Governor Brian Kemp attends last opening ceremony for Georgia National Fair

The Georgia National Fair held its annual Opening Ceremony to kick off the season at Reaves Arena on Thursday, Oct.8.

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Filipino American History month recognized at Warner Robins council meeting

Mayor LaRhonda Patrick and council recognized Filipino American History month during the council meeting on Monday, Oct.5.

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Confederate monument and trucks discussed at recent Perry council meeting

Perry city council discussed the confederate monument and heavy commercial trucks during their council meeting on Tuesday, Oct.6.

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New Italian food truck is offering new flavors to middle Georgia

Sapori d’Italia is bringing a piece of Italy to middle Georgia. The new food truck is gearing up for local events and offering new flavors. 

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100 Black Women Middle Georgia chapter holds chartering ceremony

The Middle Georgia Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women inducted 56 women during a chartering ceremony on Saturday. 

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Two arrested in connection to a scam targeting elderly Perry resident

The Perry Police Department is investigating a scheme involving an elderly resident who withdrew about $70,000.

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New Georgia ‘I Voted’ sticker announced for 2026 Midterm Elections

The Georgia Secretary of State's office debut its new "I Voted" sticker on Tuesday for the upcoming Midterm Elections.

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GDOT shares tips, data on roundabouts

Houston County has a couple of roundabouts. Georgia Department of Transportation gives tips on how to get by safely.

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