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Brieanna Smith is the Managing Editor of The Houston Home Journal. Born in Denver, she spent most of her childhood in Grand Junction, Colorado. She graduated from Colorado Mesa University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and a minor in Graphic Design. She worked as a technical director and associate producer for KREX 5 News in Grand Junction, Colorado, before moving to Georgia and starting her tenure at the Journal in 2022. She and her husband, Devon, currently reside in Warner Robins. When she is not working, Brie finds joy in painting, playing her ukulele, playing cozy video games and exploring new music. — Sandra Hernandez is a Staff Writer for the Houston Home Journal. She can be reached at hhjnewsroom@gmail.com.
A Peach County project could help ease overcrowding at local animal shelters, county leaders say
PEACH COUNTY, Ga. — After a three-year standstill, Peach County is making headway on a $1.3 million animal control center project. This development has been on the county agenda since 2008. It comes after residents of the county have expressed the need for an expanded animal control program in...
NW Ga. Gears Up to Mark Independence Day as NWS Forecasts Chance of Rain
There’s a small chance that rain may put a damper on some of the Independence Day festivities planned around the region, with scattered thunderstorms forecast each day through Monday. The National Weather Service is predicting a 30% chance of showers Wednesday afternoon, when Summerville hosts its Celebrate Independence Festival & Fireworks Show. However, the day is expected to be “mostly sunny,” with a high near 93 cooling off to a low of 74 in the evening. ...
Planning to use fireworks for 4th of July? Here's what you need to know
SAVANNAH, Ga. — As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, many bring fireworks to celebrate, but you should know a few things before igniting the flame. The State of Georgia permits the purchase and use of consumer fireworks, which include everything sold in Georgia retail stores - from bottle rockets to firecrackers and sparklers.
PTC’s Tuggle Named AGC Georgia Board President
Peachtree City resident Joe Tuggle, president of PTC-based Tuggle Construction, was recently elected chapter president of the Associated General Contractors of Georgia. Tuggle, a general contractor in the industrial and commercial markets, has been active with ACG Georgia since 1990. He reportedly has contributed to various committees and task forces, advocating for workforce development, and previously spearheading the Central Georgia Skills Challege for Georgia high school students.
Michael Thurmond holds book signing for "James Oglethorpe, Father of Georgia"
A work 24-plus years in the making that offers a refreshing take on Georgia’s founder had its local formal presentation on Saturday, June 29 at Savannah’s Hyatt Regency. Historian and DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond held a book signing and discussion with Q&A of his latest,. “James Oglethorpe,...
Move over, Michigan: Georgia now leads in building next-generation cars
Since the first Ford Model T rolled off the assembly line in 1908, Detroit has been synonymous with the American automotive industry. But in the age of the electric vehicle, amid a renaissance in domestic manufacturing, Georgia is quietly but confidently emerging as the undisputed national leader in the electrifying auto sector. It sounds like […] The post Move over, Michigan: Georgia now leads in building next-generation cars appeared first on Georgia Recorder.
Will nearly 100-year-old historic New Perry Hotel be demolished? Here’s what we know
Against the backdrop of the city’s 200th birthday celebration and amid public outcry, a nearly 100-year-old historic building is facing demolition. The three-story New Perry Hotel has been part of the fabric of downtown Perry since it was built in 1925. It’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but that does not protect the hotel from demolition. The steep cost of renovation has led current owners to recommend that the building be destroyed.
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