General
McDonough to Add Electric Vehicle Chargers Throughout the City
The McDonough council has approved a plan to add electric vehicle chargers throughout the city. The chargers are being paid for by Georgia Power. The […]
McDonough
McDonough
One-Mile Buffer Approved, New Gas Stations Effectively Banned in McDonough
The McDonough council approved revisions to the city’s zoning code on January 2, 2025. A new one-mile buffer requirement on gas stations was among the […]
Parks and Recreation
Outdoor Fitness Court Install is Moving Forward in McDonough
The city of McDonough received a grant in October 2024 for a new outdoor fitness court. They approved the court’s installation in January 2025. It […]
McDonough
Magnolia Tea Room Opening This Month in Downtown McDonough
Magnolia Tea Room is looking to bring a new elegance to downtown McDonough when they open in January 2025. The new business will be one […]
Public Safety
McDonough Council Approved the Purchase of New Police Cars
The McDonough Police Department will be adding a few new vehicles to its fleet. The city council approved the purchase of five new vehicles in […]
Stockbridge
First Whataburger in Henry County Sets Opening Date
Henry County fans of Whataburger can rejoice! An opening date has been set for the county’s first location. The Jodeco Road location opens on Monday, […]
McDonough
A Gas Station Distance Buffer? Two Cities to Consider It in Near Future
Should local cities pass buffer requirements for certain business types? What about for gas stations in particular? Two local cities, McDonough and Stockbridge, are set […]
McDonough
The Lake Dow Self-Storage Request Withdraws its Application
A proposed self-storage business off Lake Dow Road in McDonough has withdrawn their application. They can resubmit it in 2025. If so, then the zoning […]
Meetings This Week
A Look at Meetings the Week of November 18, 2024
Several meetings are happening the week of November 18, 2024. Because of the Thanksgiving holiday, there are more meetings than usual this week. Here’s a […]
Roadway Maintenance and Safety
Dual Roundabouts in McDonough Delayed to Next Year
Budget adjustments by Georgia DOT have delayed the start of construction on dual roundabouts in downtown McDonough. The project will build two roundabouts at state […]