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Mahlon Tyler Jones pleads guilty to charges – sentenced to 30 years

Superior Court of Houston County sentences Mahlon Tyler Jones to 30 years, with the first 18 to be in prison.

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The woman and man are in front of pizza ingredients. She's spreading sauce on pizzas and he's adding the cheese and other toppings.
Pizza Inn opens in Warner Robins for carryout, drive-thru 

The new pizzeria known for its all-you-can-eat buffet is expected to open the dining room with the buffet next week. Here’s more.

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Arrest made after viral incident that occurred at the Georgia National Fair

Perry Police Department has arrested Austin Mullis, 38, of Perry for Obscene Internet Contact with a Child a few days after he was confronted by a third party predator catching group led by YouTuber Skeeter Jean.

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Family of doughnut makers wins the hearts of GNF-goers — again

It’s no surprise The Donut Family took home a third blue ribbon based on fairgoers’ votes in the 2026 GNF Food Fight. The family has been making mini doughnuts for more than 50 years.

Wreaths Across America

A group of volunteers is urging, encouraging, imploring the Houston County community to donate to Wreaths Across America.

DPH Measles investigation identifies potential public exposures

Georgia Department of Public Health warns of potential measle exposure.

Road closure scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 17, for WRPD Glow Run

Motorists should be aware of a temporary road closure on Saturday, Oct. 17, due to the Warner Robins Police Department’s Glow Run 5K.

A sense of ‘duty’

The Georgia Board of Public Safety named a stretch of highway in honor of murdered Florida State Patrolman Charles Campbell during their meeting Wednesday.

The owner is holding up a glass shaped like a bird in one hand and the bird bam tile in the other while seated at a mahjong table.
New ‘mahjong and more’ parlor opening in downtown Perry

Say hello to the owner, who shares her vision and how The Social Joker came about.

Perry Historical Society offering guided tours of Evergreen Cemetery next Saturday 

The Perry Area Historical Society will showcase the rich history of Evergreen Cemetery with guided tours on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 3 to 5 p.m. Tickets cost $10 per person.

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