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TAG holds first meeting, sets 2021 schedule
Henry County’s newly formed transportation advisory group (TAG) held its first meeting on November 16, 2020. The board of commissioners approved the group’s formation in […]
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Parks Upgrades Approved in Hampton, Fairview
The Hampton city council and Henry County Board of Commissioners approved upgrades at local parks in December. The improvements cover McBrayer Park and Hidden Valley […]
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Board Denied Water Authority Plan to Refinance Bond Debt
On Tuesday, December 1, Henry County commissioners voted 3-3 to deny the water authority’s ability to pay off existing bond debt through new bonds at […]
Announcements
Colvin Drive closed beginning Monday, November 30, for roadwork
A portion of Colvin Drive will be closed beginning on Monday, November 30, based on information shared late Sunday night by the city of Locust […]
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Job announcement in Jackson to create nearly 400 positions
Governor Kemp announced on Tuesday, November 17, that MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. will open a Southeastern U.S. manufacturing and distribution hub in Butts County, creating nearly […]
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Express lanes reach $4.00 in the afternoons
Many residents have commented on social media or messaged the page asking about higher-than-normal pricing this month on the I-75 South Metro Express Lanes. Toll […]
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Solar lights to be installed in McDonough
The McDonough city council approved a plan on Monday night to install solar lights within the city. City administrator Preston Dorsey stated his goal is […]
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New bandstand to be constructed at Alexander Park
The city of McDonough approved a contract earlier this month to construct a new bandstand at Alexander Park West off Jonesboro Road. The design will […]
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County approves roof replacement at public safety HQ
Henry County commissioners approved an agreement on October 6 to replace the roof at the public safety complex in McDonough. The item was approved as […]
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Board splits on streetlight proposal
Henry County commissioners voted 4-2 earlier this month to table several street lighting agreements until county staff can complete a traffic / safety report for […]