Good morning, Warner Robins.

A local chapter in Warner Robins honored Herbert Petty on Friday (May 29) with a Congressional Gold Medal for his service as a Montford Point Marine; his daughter expressed pride in his dedication, and the association will convene awardees in Baltimore from July 8 to July 12.

A Warner Robins firefighter recounted his personal burn experience ahead of a weekend fundraiser to support burn survivors across Georgia.

The event, set for this weekend, will raise awareness and funds for recovery efforts.

Local businesses will offer a special 10-dollar flight of treats, including cinnamon roll and cocktail flights, starting June 5.

The Take Flight Tour runs until June 14 (from 16 restaurants) to boost visits and celebrate the city’s new brand.

The Houston County School District is serving free meals to children through its Summer Feeding Program (May 26 to July 24) with mobile vans covering Warner Robins and other neighborhoods, and daily meals at Northside and Perry High Schools from 8 a.m. to noon except on certain Fridays.

The Georgia DNR advises locals to be GatorWise this summer as rising alligator sightings prompt warnings to keep a safe distance from water and to dispose of bait fish properly while urging supervision of children and leashed pets near water.

Georgia Power customers will see lower bills starting in June as state regulators approved a plan to reduce fuel and storm recovery fees and extend a freeze on new base rate increases through 2028, saving a typical user about $50 yearly.

The move comes amid efforts to ease energy costs.

Houston County Habitat for Humanity will open its affordable homeownership program applications later this summer for locals meeting income and volunteer requirements.

The community build on Tiffany Lane is projected to be ready by July - offering new homeowners a 0% interest purchase option.

Summer Forever Celebration

9 PM - 11:59 PM — Friends On The Hill — Free entry — Celebrate the summer with vibrant performances and a lively party atmosphere.

Buzzkill Summer Trivia Night

7-11:30 p.m. — Reverb Room — $5 entry — Test your knowledge in nerd culture and movie trivia for prizes and fun.