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Henry County, Georgia
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Investigation into fatal shooting of teen could take months
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is continuing its inquiry into the fatal shooting of a teenager by a Henry County police officer on Nov. 3. Local officials say the investigation could take months. The shooting…
Apartment development takes nearby homeowners by surprise: ‘All of my peace was taken away’
Homeowners in Henry and Clayton counties say they were surprised when trees behind their homes were cleared for a development of more than 300 apartments. Residents say they had received no notice and expected the trees…
Union Grove's Adonai Dudley on Atlanta Tipoff Club's Player of the Year Watch List
Union Grove High School junior Adonai Dudley has been named to the Atlanta Tipoff Club’s Metro Atlanta Girls Player of the Year Preseason Watch List. The 5-foot-5 point guard, who has earned honorable mention All-Region…
Henry County’s Mobile Health Clinic earns ARC recognition
Henry County’s new mobile health clinic has received recognition from the Atlanta Regional Commission for its work expanding healthcare access to uninsured residents. The clinic brings services directly to people who…
Six Henry players named to Atlanta Tipoff Club’s Metro Atlanta Boys Player of the Year Watch List
Six Henry County high school basketball players were named to the Atlanta Tipoff Club’s preseason Metro Atlanta Boys Player of the Year watch list. The selections include players from Eagle’s Landing Christian…
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HENRY FOOTBALL ROUNDUP: Local teams headed to state playoffs
Local high school football teams in the Henry County area are preparing for the upcoming state playoffs. Following a competitive regular season, these teams have secured their spots in the postseason brackets. Players…
Shaquille O’Neal-backed youth centre attracts 400+ children after $1.1 million makeover
A youth centre in Henry County, Georgia, backed by Shaquille O’Neal, has seen a surge in attendance, welcoming over 400 children following a $1.1 million renovation. The facility, formerly a middle school, was…
Henry County freight study plan taking shape
Henry County is advancing its freight study initiative, nearly two months after the Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to proceed with the project. The study aims to evaluate logistics and transportation…
Henry and Fulton county senior center schedules
The Henry County Senior Center has released its updated schedule of activities for local residents. The center provides a variety of programs and social opportunities designed to engage the senior community. Interested…
HENRY FOOTBALL ROUNDUP: Dutchtown, Locust Grove, Stockbridge earn wins
Three Henry County high school football teams—Dutchtown, Locust Grove, and Stockbridge—secured victories in their respective games last Friday. With only one week remaining in the regular season, these wins provide a…
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Henry County officials search for ‘critical’ missing 17-year-old girl
The McDonough Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating 17-year-old Dalyia James, who was reported missing on Halloween evening. She was last seen in the area of Woodruff Street in McDonough…
Renewal Logistics’ expansion signals bigger ambitions
Renewal Logistics has officially opened a new 295,000-square-foot facility in McDonough, marking a significant expansion of its operations in Henry County. The company plans to create 60 new jobs over the next three…
Tonya Taylor to be recognized at Celebrate Life event
Tonya Taylor, a resident of McDonough, will be honored as a cancer survivor at the City of Hope Cancer Center Atlanta’s annual Celebrate Life event on November 6. Taylor, who successfully navigated two separate cancer…
Henry County Restaurant Report Card
The Georgia Department of Public Health has released its latest round of food service inspection reports for Henry County. These routine evaluations assess local restaurants on sanitation standards and food safety…
Breast cancer survivors reflect on life after ringing the bell
One year after sharing her breast cancer journey, McDonough hairstylist Tameisha Effinger and fellow survivor Michelle Avery reflect on the challenges of life after treatment. While ringing the bell marks a milestone…
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Henry County real estate transfers
Recent real estate records for Henry County indicate a property transfer involving Florin F. Damman and Jakob Myles. The transaction concerns a two-acre parcel located at the southwest corner of section 16. This report…