Local news for Houston and Peach counties including Warner Robins, GA

Houston & Peach

Child run over by mom in Centerville getaway in critical condition, police say

A 25-year-old Macon woman allegedly fleeing store security ran over her 4-year-old son in the parking lot of the Houston County Galleria in Centerville.

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EDUCATION

Houston principal named Georgia’s 2013 National Distinguished Principal

A Houston County principal has received some of the highest praise from his peers in the profession.
POLITICS

Warner Robins budget includes new positions, pay raises

WARNER ROBINS -- Warner Robins’ proposed budget includes pay raises, extra positions and no additional taxes for next fiscal year.
HOUSTON & PEACH

Warner Robins Noon Optimist Club honors outstanding cops

WARNER ROBINS -- The Warner Robins Noon Optimist Club honored outstanding cops from law enforcement agencies in Houston County on Thursday.
MILITARY

C-5 maintainers finish challenging job

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE -- Maintainers at Robins have just completed an especially challenging overhaul and repair on a C-5M, and officials say the experience will help with future aircraft.
HOUSTON & PEACH

Perry approves new fire engine purchase

Perry’s newest fire station has landed another truck.
HOUSTON & PEACH

Centerville council explores ways to connect with local legislative delegation

CENTERVILLE -- City Council heard Tuesday about a program that will bring it and state legislators together to discuss issues and concerns.
HOUSTON & PEACH

Stray dog tests positive for rabies in Houston County

A pit bull mix that bit a person in the face in the Shamrock Circle neighborhood off Dunbar Road in north Houston County has tested positive for rabies, according to a Wednesday news release from the Houston County Health Department.
CRIME

40 people indicted in Houston County in alleged drug-ring bust

PERRY -- Forty people have been indicted in connection with a major drug ring operating in Houston County.
HOUSTON & PEACH

Byron receives $374,377 grant to benefit new hospital

The city of Byron has received a $374,377 grant to help with public road and sewer system improvements in relation to Peach County’s new hospital.
HOUSTON & PEACH

Peach hospital recognized for patient safety

Peach Regional Medical Center has been recognized for patient safety.