GA General Assembly
School Impact Fees Fail in the Georgia House
A draft constitutional amendment to allow school development impact fees in Georgia failed to receive enough votes in the state house. The state senate approved […]
Year: 2024
Dutchtown
County to Consider Appeal of New Car Wash on Jonesboro Road
A proposed car wash on Jonesboro Road is appealing the county’s buffer requirements for new locations. The commissioners will consider the appeal on Tuesday, April […]
GA General Assembly
Senator Jones Bill Approved to Increase Penalty for Street Racing
Senate Bill 10, first introduced in 2023 by Senator Emanuel Jones, received final passage in March. The bill increases the penalty for reckless driving and […]
Locust Grove
Georgia & Norfolk Southern to Build New Rail Line in McDonough
Georgia DOT and Norfolk Southern are partnering to build a new rail line in Henry County. The new passing track will be between McDonough and […]
Ola
Coffee Shop and Fast Food Approved for Highway 81 in Ola
Henry County approved a commercial rezoning request at SR 81 and Jake Lewis Drive. The land owner is planning a coffee shop and fast-food restaurant. […]
Local Elections
Locust Grove Sets Date for the Mayor Special Election
Locust Grove has approved the date to hold the mayor special election. The election is to fill the vacancy following the passing of Mayor Robert […]
People
Board Appoints Michael Price to be Interim District 4 Commissioner
Henry County commissioners held a called meeting on Thursday, March 28. At such time, they appointed Michael Price to be the interim district 4 commissioner. […]
GA General Assembly
Lawmakers Approved Addy’s Law to Increase the School Bus Fine
State lawmakers gave their approval on Thursday to Addy’s Law. The bill increases the fine for motorists who pass a stopped school bus when its […]
GA General Assembly
Rep Daniel Sponsors Bill to Increase the Childcare Tax Credit
Parents in Georgia can receive a little more back from their state taxes, following a bill to increase the childcare tax credit. State Rep. Lauren […]
Roadway Maintenance and Safety
GDOT Approved Maintenance Contract for Highway 81 in Ola
Residents in Ola will soon see road work along highway 81. Georgia DOT approved a maintenance contract for crack sealing and new pavement markers. This […]