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Houston Home Journal — July 4, 2026
Happy Independence Day from the HHJ!
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.
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.
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Qualifying for Talbotton Special Election Will Begin on July 13th
Sharita Trice, chairperson of the Talbot County Board of Elections and Registration has announced a special election for the City of Talbotton is scheduled for November and qualifying for the election will begin on July 13.
Time for Fire Up the Valley BBQ
Coming on Saturday, July 4th is the annual Fire Up the Valley BBQ in Pine Mountain Valley.
Greenville Man Facing Charges After Shooting
A Greenville man is facing charges after a shooting incident that occurred in the Rocky Mount area on Sunday, June 21, according to Sheriff Chuck Smith.
According to Sheriff Smith, on Sunday, June 21 at approximately 6:48 p.m., the Meriwether County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call reporting a person had been shot at 5428 Luthersville Road in Luthersville.
Horton, Mahone Sentenced
Zion Horton and Jaquan Mahone, residents of Talbot County, appeared in Muscogee County Superior Court on Tuesday, June 23 to be sentenced in the murder of Daryus Bryant of Manchester. Both were sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
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Perry boys basketball settling in with new coach, breaking down bad habits
It’s been about six weeks since Jason Stephens was introduced to the community as Perry High School’s new boys basketball coach.
Northside’s basketball programs have been revitalized under new coaches. What does the culture look like entering year three?
Two years ago Buck Harris and ChoRhonda Gwaltney-Harris were brought in to overhaul the Northside basketball programs.