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BOC adopts resolution against Inland Port
On Wednesday, January 20, Henry County commissioners adopted a resolution opposing the development of an inland port in the county. The item was added to the agenda at the start […]
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Water Authority gets go-ahead to refinance bonds
Commissioners approved the water authority’s refinance plan on Wednesday, January 6. The board previously denied the water authority’s request in December. The board’s approval allows the water authority to proceed […]
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SDS agreement includes road tax, McDonough fire tax
Henry County commissioners held a special called meeting on Tuesday, December 29, to adopt the latest revisions to the service delivery strategy (SDS) agreement. State law requires each county and […]
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Legislation proposes school systems join annexation disputes
Proposed legislation pre-filed in the Georgia General Assembly would add local school systems to the existing annexation dispute process. State lawmakers return to the Capitol in January for their annual […]
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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 August. The group consists of […]
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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 Park. Hampton Skate Park First, […]
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Board denies refinance plan for water authority
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 a lower interest rate. The […]
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 Grove. The closure is to […]
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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 400 jobs. The project will […]
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Design award for Butler’s Bridge wetland restoration and trails
Henry County commissioners awarded a design contract on November 4 for wetland restoration and future trails off Butler’s Bridge Road in the Ola community. Four proposals were received and reviewed […]