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GA General Assembly

Senator Jones Bill Approved to Increase Penalty for Street Racing

April 3, 2024 Clayton

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 […]

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Locust Grove

Georgia & Norfolk Southern to Build New Rail Line in McDonough

April 3, 2024 Clayton

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 […]

Satellite image showing highway 81 between Upchurch Road and New Hope Road. Concept site plan for new commercial space overlay at Jake Lewis Drive. (Google satellite image / Moore Civil Consulting site plan)
Ola

Coffee Shop and Fast Food Approved for Highway 81 in Ola

April 2, 2024 Clayton

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. […]

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Local Elections

Locust Grove Sets Date for the Mayor Special Election

April 2, 2024 Clayton

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 […]

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People

Board Appoints Michael Price to be Interim District 4 Commissioner

April 1, 2024 Clayton

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. […]

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GA General Assembly

Lawmakers Approved Addy’s Law to Increase the School Bus Fine

March 29, 2024 Clayton

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 […]

Photo shows Rep. Lauren Daniel, baby Zane Daniel and Speaker of the Georgia House Jon Burns in a press conference to announce an increase in the childcare tax credit (Georgia House photo).
GA General Assembly

Rep Daniel Sponsors Bill to Increase the Childcare Tax Credit

March 28, 2024 Clayton

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 […]

Photo shows state route 81 near Old Jackson Road, with a highway 81 road sign posted on the side of the road (Google photo).
Roadway Maintenance and Safety

GDOT Approved Maintenance Contract for Highway 81 in Ola

March 28, 2024 Clayton

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 […]

Photo of three Henry County fire engines at North Ola Park (staff photo)
Community Events

Henry County Fire Hosting an Open House this Saturday

March 27, 2024 Clayton

The Henry County Fire Rescue Department is inviting residents to an open house this Saturday, March 30, from 11 am to 2 pm. The open […]

Photo of downtown Locust Grove with cargo train in the background (Henry County photo).
Atlanta Regional Commission

The Five Projects on the County’s Application for Federal Funds

March 27, 2024 Clayton

Every two to three years, counties and cities in metro Atlanta can nominate transportation projects to receive federal funds. Here are five projects Henry County […]

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Latest Updates

  • Aerial photo shows several subdivisions with homes on small lots (special photo).
    The Numbers are In…Henry County 2024 Population Estimate
    May 15, 2025
  • Photo shows a playground with a restroom building in the background at East Hampton Community Park (Clayton Carte photo).
    East Hampton Community Park Phase III Approved to Build
    May 14, 2025
  • Construction plan shows a new roundabout at McDonough Street and Hampton-Locust Grove Road in Hampton (city document).
    Hampton Approved Construction for a New Roundabout on McDonough Street
    May 14, 2025
  • Photo of the graduation stage and graduates seated on the AMS infield grass at the Luella High School graduation in 2022 (Kimberly Sheppard photo).
    Henry Schools Graduation Ceremonies 2025 are on May 16-22
    May 13, 2025
  • Image shows an overview of the Henry County Schools FY 2025-2026 general fund budget (Henry County Schools graphic).
    Henry Schools $596M Budget Approved for the 2025-2026 Year
    May 13, 2025

Have You Read?

  • Aerial photo shows the Bridges Road at Willow Lane roundabout in McDonough (Henry County photo).

    The Latest Updates on Henry County Road Projects May 2025

    May 12, 2025
    Over two billion dollars are budgeted for transportation projects in Henry County by 2030. This represents a combination of federal, state and local dollars being [...]
  • 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 [...]

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