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Clayton Carte is the founder and owner of The Henry Reporter. He founded the site in 2017 to highlight transportation projects. Over time, he began covering other topics like new development so residents can best know what’s happening in our community.
Photo shows exterior rendering for three-story townhomes on East Atlanta Road in Stockbridge (Y Studio LLC photo).
Stockbridge

New Townhomes Approved to Build in Downtown Stockbridge

February 25, 2024 Clayton

Two developers looking to build townhomes in downtown Stockbridge received approval in February 2024. They join several other townhome projects underway in the vicinity. The […]

Photo shows the exterior Publix logo over the front entrance at Shops at Walnut Creek located on Jonesboro Road (Dart Retail photo).
Dutchtown

New Publix on Jonesboro Road Opens in March 2024

February 25, 2024 Clayton

Henry County’s latest grocery store, and its newest Publix, will soon open in March 2024. The new Publix on Jonesboro Road is set to open […]

Henry County Chair Carlotta Harrell speaks before the Senate Economic Development & Tourism Committee on February 22, 2024 (Henry County photo).
GA General Assembly

Push to Allow Casinos in Georgia Draws Support of Henry County Leader

February 24, 2024 Clayton

Henry County Chair Carlotta Harrell was the latest this week to voice her support for casinos in Georgia. The topic advanced out of senate committee on Thursday, February 22, but it remains to be seen whether the full senate will consider the bill. […]

Photo of Dr. Carl Knowlton and school board members in February 2024 (Henry County Schools photo).
Henry County Schools

School Board Names Dr. Carl Knowlton to be Interim Superintendent

February 24, 2024 Clayton

Henry County Schools has named Dr. Carl Knowlton as the interim superintendent. This occurs following the resignation of Superintendent Mary Elizabeth Davis. Cherokee County Schools […]

Photo showing Locust Grove annexation map 2024 (Georgia map).
GA General Assembly

Locust Grove Annexation Approved in State House and Senate

February 20, 2024 Clayton

State lawmakers have approved a bill allowing for a legislative annexation in Locust Grove. If the governor signs the bill, then residents will vote in […]

Photo shows the logo for the Henry County bus stop study (county photo).
Public Transit

The Henry County Bus Stop Study is Now Underway

February 19, 2024 Clayton

Henry County has kicked off its local bus stop study. The plan is looking at how best to implement bus stops along the county’s upcoming bus route. The new transit service plans to start in summer 2024. […]

Concept layout for state route 155 at McDonough Parkway (Henry County photo).
Major Projects

Two Major Road Extensions are Now Accepting Construction Bids

February 19, 2024 Clayton

Henry County has started accepting construction bids for two major road extensions. They are the McDonough Parkway extension and Flippen Road extension. Bids are due […]

Aerial photo shows several subdivisions with homes on small lots (special photo).
Communities and Development

New Population Forecast Takes a Look at Henry County in 2050

February 19, 2024 Clayton

Henry County could be home to almost 350,000 residents in 2050, according to a new population forecast. The Atlanta Regional Commission shared an updated forecast on Wednesday, February 14. […]

Photo shows a group of school buses lined up in a parking lot (stock photo).
GA General Assembly

State Lawmakers Introduce “Addy’s Law” at the State Capitol

February 17, 2024 Clayton

This week, state lawmakers introduced ”Addy’s Law” to change how school districts determine bus routes. The bill follows the passing of an 8-year-old girl, Adalynn […]

Photo of big green sign on I-75 northbound at Walt Stephens Road bridge (Trucks.com photo/Brian Hadden)
General

Freight Gridlock: Henry County in the Top 100 Traffic Hotspots

February 15, 2024 Clayton

Interstate 75 in Henry County remains one of the worst spots for truck congestion, according to the 2024 rankings. The location is the nation’s 16th-worst freight bottleneck, an improvement from last year. McDonough ranked 13th-worst in 2023. […]

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Latest Updates

  • Map shows the Jodeco Road widening project between I-75 and Hudson Bridge Road (Clayton Carte / The Henry Reporter map created with Datawrapper).
    County Hires the Jodeco Road Widening Design Engineer
    May 8, 2025
  • Map shows the Oak Grove Road widening project between Jodeco and Jonesboro Roads (Clayton Carte / The Henry Reporter map created with Datawrapper).
    Oak Grove Road Widening Design Engineer Approved
    May 8, 2025
  • Map shows the Jonesboro Road widening (west), phase II project between North Mt. Carmel Road and Clayton County (Clayton Carte / The Henry Reporter map created with Datawrapper).
    County Hires Design Engineer for Jonesboro Road West Widening
    May 7, 2025
  • Photo shows a Henry County Transit bus in front of the Henry County Courthouse (Henry County photo).
    Henry County Approved Plan for a New Local Bus Route
    May 6, 2025
  • Photo shows Google streetview of Eagles Landing Parkway near Country Club Drive (Google photo).
    The Eagles Landing Parkway and Major Roads Resurfacing Approved
    May 6, 2025

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  • Aerial photo of a moderately-sized subdivision (Adobe Stock photo).

    Henry County Extends Moratorium on New Residential Requests

    April 18, 2025
    Henry County has voted to extend its residential moratorium for six months until October 2025 on new residential rezoning requests. Any requests already submitted may [...]
  • Aerial photo shows the Bridges Road at Willow Lane roundabout in McDonough (Henry County photo).

    The Latest Updates on Henry County Road Projects January 2025

    February 3, 2025
    Over two billion dollars in transportation projects are happening in Henry County this decade. Here’s the latest updates on Henry County road projects as of [...]

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