Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
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🚨 Crime
Demetrius Jones, 38, of Warner Robins was convicted on June 12 of two counts of identity fraud and sentenced to 12 years—8 to be served in prison; he had nine previous felony convictions for theft and drug possession.
A Florida student pilot pleaded guilty to stealing a private plane from the Perry-Houston County Airport hangar in May 2024 and flew it to North Carolina and back without proper credentials – he now faces up to 10 years in prison and a fine, with sentencing set for September 17.
🎭 Culture
Obsidian Hope and the City of Warner Robins will host the fourth annual Juneteenth celebration Thursday, June 19, from 3-8 p.m. at the North Houston Sports Complex — the event includes a kids area, DJ, line dancing, 60 vendors and 11 food trucks indoors to beat the heat.
🏛️ Government
A dedicated team at Robins Air Force Base keeps aircrew safe by inspecting and maintaining life-saving equipment — such as parachutes and life rafts.
🏈 Sports
Middle Georgia State named former North Carolina A&T assistant Steven Rhodes as the new head coach of its women’s basketball team after a tough 3-19 season — he said he looks forward to building the team from the ground up and launching a fresh era for the Knights.
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