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Index Advertisers 6How Henry Stacks Up 8► GOVERNMENTState Legislature 12County Commission 13McDonough Council 14Stockbridge Council 15 Hampton Council 16Locust Grove Council 17► EDUCATIONBoard of Education 18Academy For Advanced Studies 19Public School Scores 20-24Accelerated Career 25Impact Academy 27Private School Listing 29► COMMUNITYQueen of Coffee 30Oldest Scout Troop 38HC Library Services 32Social Media Pages 34-36Home Grown In Henry 40-44► ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTTop 10 Employers 46HCCC Small Business Center 47Piedmont Henry Expansion 48Renewal By Andersen 50► SPORTS & RECREATIONAquatic Center 52Sports & Athletic Programs 54-57Watering Can Mentorship Program 58Above The Net Organization 57Park Directory 60-61Recreation Center Directory 63► FAITHTurner United Methodist History 68Church Listing 70-73Virtuous Women Academy 76► SENIOR LIVINGSenior Center Listing 78Henry Co. Senior Service Fast Facts 79Hudgens’ Diamond Anniversary 80Navigating Social Security 82 256880605248CONTENTS

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5MCABEEMEDIA.COMA publication of McAbee MediaCONTRIBUTORSCristy McAbeePublishercristy@henryeats.comScott FarrarContributorLogan LowreyWriterGrace RobertsonInternCOVER PHOTO McDonough CourthouseCristy McAbeemcabeemedia.comPUBLISHER’S NOTECristy McAbee is the publisher of the Henry Factbook. She is a native to Henry County and alumnus of Henry County High School 03’. Cristy currently resides in downtown McDonough with her husband Rhett and two kids. McAbee Media currently produces HENRYeats, the Henry Factbook, and the Henry Focus Podcast. Cristy pictured with her two greatest blessings: Reagan McAbee (4) & Macie McAbee (almost 2!). I truly cannot express in words how excited I am to bring you the inaugural issue of the Henry Factbook! is publication has been in production for several months. My intern, Grace Robertson and I have spent hundreds of hours compiling information and speaking with sources to compose this wonderful resource for the residents of Henry County.  A BIG thank you goes out to all of our advertisers who contributed in bringing the annual Henry Factbook to production, both in print and online! ese pages are lled with data and stats, but also contain feature content highlighting the wonderful education opportunities in and around Henry County, recreation and leisure programs, vital economic development news, community happenings and even celebrations!  My hope is that you nd this guide helpful in navigating this fantastic and diverse community, while also helping you become more connected. Know, this e- book contains exclusive video and digital content not found in the pages of the printed edition. ere are hun-dreds of hyperlinks, as well, that can help provide more information and get you better connected to resources available online,  If you have any content ideas for future issues of the Henry Factbook you can email me at cristy@henryeats.com. You can also email if you have a question about Henry County. If I don’t know the answer, I likely know someone who does! Cristy

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6 HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025MCDONOUGH SQUAREpiedmont.org10234-0222INDEX OF ADVERTISERSAnchor Cleaning Services 63Anthony’s Pizza & Pasta 75Autos Buy Don 57Aylo Health 84Brian Andrews- State Farm 39Community Christian School 21Creekside Christian Academy 23Eagles Landing OBGYN 03Daisy Mae Cakes 34 F & F Floor Covering 73Get It Done Boss 37Gordon State College 22Harding Plumbing Heating & Cooling 13Henry County Chamber of Commerce 50HENRYeats 65Italian Oven 83KBN-TV 14Kirby G’s Diner & Pub 17Mainstreet McDonough 31McDonough Gold, Silver, Platinum & Diamond 15McDonough Methodist Academy 24McDonough Presbyterian Children’s Academy 27Our World School 18Piedmont Healthcare 07 Print Charming 36Salem Christian Academy 28Serafino’s Italian Bistro 49S e v e n W i r e d 4 3 Southside Realtors 59Story On The Square 67Strong Rock Christian School 26Taste of Henry 66Thompson Market 41TruNorth Pest Control 62The Henry Focus Podcast 02TradeBank 16Wheeler Tax & Accounting 50

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9MCABEEMEDIA.COM2020 to 2023Population Change Henry 5.8%Clayton -0.4%Butts 5.7%Rockdale 2.6%DeKalb -0.2%Newton 6.8%Spalding 3.9%%Population per sq mi, 2020Henry 755.3Clayton 2,100.9Butts 138.5Rockdale 720.8DeKalb 2,854.9Newton 410.8Spalding 343.5Persons per household 2020Henry 2.92Clayton 2.79Butts 2.71Rockdale 2.79DeKalb 2.63Newton 2.81Spalding 2.52RACEHENRYWhite alone, 38.8%Black or African American 54.4%American Indian and Alaska Native 0.5%Asian alone, 3.5%Native Hawaiian 0.1%Two or more races, 2.8%Hispanic or Latino 8.2%CLAY TONWhite alone, 18%Black or African American 73,6%American Indian and Alaska Native 0.6%Asian alone, 5.2%Native Hawaiian 0.2%Two or more races, 2.5%Hispanic or Latino 13.6%BUTTSWhite alone, 68.1%Black or African American 28.5%American Indian and Alaska Native 0.4%Asian alone, 0.8%Native Hawaiian N/ATwo or more races, 2.2%Hispanic or Latino 4.0%ROCKDALEWhite alone, 32.6%Black or African American 62.3%American Indian and Alaska Native 0.6%Asian alone, 1.8%Native Hawaiian .2%Two or more races, 2.4%Hispanic or Latino 10.8%DEKALBWhite alone, 44.6%Black or African American 51%American Indian and Alaska Native 0.5%Asian alone, 1.3%Native Hawaiian .1%Two or more races, 2.5%Hispanic or Latino 6.9%NEWTONWhite alone, 35.9%Black or African American 54.6%American Indian and Alaska Native 0.5%Asian alone, 6.6%Native Hawaiian .1%Two or more races, 2.4%Hispanic or Latino 8.6%SPALDING White alone, 59.2%Black or African American 37%American Indian and Alaska Native .5%Asian alone, 1.0%Native Hawaiian .1%Two or more races, 2.1%Hispanic or Latino 5.7%STACKS UP

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10 HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025► CITY PROFILESPopulation (via World Population Review): 9,412Median Home Value (via Zillow): $336,505Median Rent (via Zillow): $1,995Established in 1873, Hampton maintains a small-town feel with access to numerous recreational op-portunities and a comfortable distance to the city of Atlanta. The city oers the Atlanta Motor Speedway, a speedway that hosts NASCAR and Indy Car races. Residents and visitors are able to access the wide history and culture of the city by taking a tour of the brewery in the old jailhouse, walking a historial tour, enjoying Georgia Grown-Georgia Made products, and more.HAMPTON 30228LOCUST GROVE 30248Population (via World Population Review): 11,878Median Home Value (via Zillow): $337,583Median Rent (via Zillow): $2,128Located where Macon and Atlanta meet, Locust Grove was founded in 1893 and nestledalong I-15. Despite being a part of one of the fast-est-growing counties in America, Locust Grove maintains its excellent quality of life and unique character. Locust Grove’s name originally came from the grove of locust trees visible throughout the town. In an eort to support ongoing development of the city and the governmental operations overall, the city recently adopted a new organizational chart, placed into eect August 1, 2023. Along with the other cities of Henry County, Locust Grove works to create a public that blends tradition with modernity.Image by: Visit Henry County

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11MCABEEMEDIA.COMPopulation (via World Population Review): 33,075Median Home Value (via Zillow): $355,446Median Rent (via Zillow): $2,102Incorporated in 1823, the City of McDonough serves as the Henry County hub for art, business, and leisure, acknowledged as the southern arc of Metro Atlanta. Known as the Geranium City, McDonough has something to oer for everyone, whether they are residing or simply visiting. The historic square is established by a variety of businesses, including distinctive shops, antiques, and dining opportunities. MCDONOUGH3025330252STOCKBRIDGE 30281Population (via World Population Review): 35,350Median Home Value (via Zillow): $308,597Median Rent (via Zillow): $1,949Located in the northern region of Henry County, the City of Stockbridge is convenientlysituated 12 miles east of the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jack-son International Airport and 20 miles south of Atlanta. The city is frequently referred to as the gateway to Henry County. Stockbridge saw a 750% increase in population during the 1990s and the beginning of the 2000s, bringing with it wealthy metropolitan residents and skilled laborers. Stock-bridge, which is home to Eagle’s Landing Country Club, Panola State Park, and Merle Manders Conference Center, is still experiencing rapid growth more than 100 years after its establishment.Image by: Visit Henry County

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12HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►LAUREN DANIEL Rep. District 117R- Locust Grove(404) 656-0178lauren.daniel@house.ga.govDEMETRIUS DOUGLASRep. District 78D- Stockbridgedemetrius.douglas@house.ga.gov Rep. District 116D- Stockbridgeel-mahdi.holly@house.ga.govRep. District 74karen.mathiak@house.ga.govCLINT CROWE Rep. District 118R- Jacksonclint.crowe@house.ga.govBRIAN STRICKLANDSenate District 17 R- McDonoughbrian.strickland@sen-ate.ga.govRep. District 115D- McDonoughregina.lewis-ward@house.ga.govSTATE LEGISLATORSlegis.ga.govEMANUEL JONESSenate District 10 D- Decaturemanuel.jones@senate.ga.gov

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17MCABEEMEDIA.COM►LOCUST GROVE COUNCILSpecial Election Nov. 2024Mayor Pro Temvwilliams@locustgrove-ga.govCouncilmankboone@locustgrove-ga.govCouncilmanrbreedlove@locustgrove-ga.govCouncilmancgreer@locustgrove-ga.govCouncilman rshearouse@locustgrove-ga.govCouncilmanwtaylor@locustgrove-ga.gov 678 583 8777 I 45 Macon St, McDonough, GA JUST OFF OF THE HISTORIC MCDONOUGH SQUAREMcDonough’s 50s Diner for American Sandwiches & Salads World Burger Champs! World Burger Champs!20182018ORDER HEREORDER HEREVIEW FULL DIGITAL FACTBOOK 24-7 AT HENRYEATS.COM/HENRY-FACTBOOKHistoric downtown Locust Grove. Visit Henry County Image.

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19MCABEEMEDIA.COMAcademy For Advanced Studies Oers Training In Over 40 Industry PathwaysToday, high school students have an array of options when it comes to gaining industry knowledge and post-secondary credit. rough the dual-enrollment program, Career, Technical and Agricultural Educa-tion (CTAE) pathways, and the abundance of college and career academies in the state, Georgia’s high school students’ access to high-demand trades and industry is greater than it’s ever been. Henry County is fortunate to have one of the larg-er college and career academies in the state, located in downtown McDonough. e Academy for Advanced Studies (AAS) oers 42 pathways through its schools of business and design, wellness and community services, engineering power and automation, and creative studies. Many of these programs lead to certication through ex-amination or coursework, aording high school students more than a high school diploma upon graduation. is past school year, 147 AAS students earned an industry credential. Currently, the AAS partners with Clayton State University, Gordon State College, and Southern Crescent Technical College to teach college courses on-site at their charter school. Both Clayton State University and Gor-don State College permit all student types to attend their courses oered at the AAS, including traditional and adult students. While Southern Crescent Technical College has a campus next door to the Academy for Advanced Studies, the college oers eight certicate programs for AAS high school students on-site. Programs include auto collision repair assistant, criminal justice fundamentals, emer-gency medical technician, gas tungsten and metal arc welding, logistics and supply chain technician, nurse aide, prep cook, and salon and spa support specialist. Here, students can also get workforce and job expe-rience through the AAS’s work-based learning program and school-based enterprises like the Academy’s Barks and Bubbles grooming business, that’s oered through the veterinary science pathway. Academy’s Barks and Bubbles oers the public a variety of services for their furry friends, including baths, whitening treatments, nail trims, and grooming. Students are introduced to a variety of dog breeds, sizes, ages, and temperaments at Academy’s Barks and Bubbles. “Some scenarios students experience include medical issues, facing mortality, gaining patience, and working with some dogs who have behavioral issues. Sometimes on rare occasions, they may also need to advocate for a dog who may be neglected,” Emily Sutton, the veterinary science instructor and operator of the Academy’s Barks and Bubbles explained. “Working here allows our high school students to determine if veterinary work is really for them.” Most students attending the AAS are enrolled in more than one industry area or pathway in hopes of exposing them to more options and helping them to navigate a career path. is coming school year, the AAS will be expanding course options to include cloud computing and music technology and will continue to expand technical cer-ticate of credit program oerings through Southern Crescent Technical College. For more information on the Academy for Advanced Studies visit henry.k12.ga.us/aas. Grace Robertson & Cristy McAbeeSpecial Photo Academy For Advanced Studies

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20HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►HENRY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL 2022 & 2023 TEST SCORESELEMENTARY SCHOOLSEElleemmeennttaarryy SScchhooooll CCCCRRPPII SSCCOORREESS 22002222 22002233 State elementary Schools 71.8 82.3 ↑ Henry elementary schools 67.2 77.9 ↑ Austin Road Elementary 68 77.7 ↑ Bethlehem Elementary 70.1 77.8 ↑ Cotton Indian Elementary 63 72.1 ↑ Dutchtown Elementary 69.6 80.7 ↑ East Lake Elementary 80.9 86.6 ↑ Fairview Elementary 69.4 76.3 ↑ Flippen Elementary 67.5 78.1 ↑ Hampton Elementary 64.9 71.3 ↑ Hickory Flat Elementary 69.9 77.8 ↑ Locust Grove Elementary 63.6 76.2 ↑ Luella Elementary 70.3 81.9 ↑ Mount Carmel Elementary 72.4 79.5 ↑ New Hope Elementary 76.4 83.9 ↑ EElleemmeennttaarryy SScchhooooll CCCCRRPPII SSCCOORREESS 22002222 22002233 Oakland Elementary 17.3 68.3 ↑ Ola Elementary 72.3 82.9 ↑ Pate’s Creek Elementary 68.1 74.1 ↑ Pleasant Grove Elementary 67 78.7 ↑ Red Oak Elementary 68.9 76.2 ↑ Rock Spring Elementary 71.9 79.6 ↑ Rocky Creek Elementary 74.9 82.8 ↑ Smith-Barnes Elementary 63.1 74.6 ↑ Stockbridge Elementary 64.1 70.3 ↑ Timber Ridge Elementary 76.4 87.6 ↑ Tussahaw Elementary 64.2 72.9 ↑ Unity Grove Elementary 68.5 77.7 ↑ Walnut Creek Elementary 67.9 72.9 ↑ Wesley Lakes Elementary 65 73.7 ↑ Woodland Elementary 68.1 77.6 ↑ The College and Career Ready Performance Index – CCRPI – is Georgia’s annual tool for measuring how well its schools, districts, and the state itself are preparing students for the next educational level. East Lake, New Hope, Ola, Rock Creek, and Timber Ridge Elementary Schools performed at or above the state average.

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21MCABEEMEDIA.COM►(678) 432-0191COMMUNITYCHRISTIANSCHOOL.NET@communitychristian2001 Jodeco Rd.Stockbridge, GA 30281Preparing Christian Leaders of Tomorrow! facebook.com/CommunityChristianSchoolSchedule A Tour Today!Early Education Elementary Middle & High MMiiddddllee SScchhooooll CCCCRRPPII 22002222 22002233 ↑↑ State middle schools 75.1 82 ↑ Henry middle schools 73.8 80.4 ↑ Austin Road Middle 73.8 81.7 ↑ Dutchtown Middle 77.1 82 ↑ Eagle’s Landing Middle 71.7 78.9 ↑ Excel Academy 94.2 68.3 ↓ Hampton Middle 73 77.9 ↑ Locust Grove Middle 72 78.6 ↑ Luella Middle 69.8 78.8 ↑ McDonough Middle 68.2 74.3 ↑ Ola Middle 77 83.8 ↑ Stockbridge Middle 69.6 73.5 ↑ Union Grove Middle 82.5 88.8 ↑ Woodland Middle 73.3 83 ↑ MIDDLE SCHOOLSMMiiddddllee SScchhooooll CCCCRRPPII 22002222 22002233 ↑↑ McDonough Middle 68.2 74.3 ↑ Ola Middle 77 83.8 ↑ Stockbridge Middle 69.6 73.5 ↑ Union Grove Middle 82.5 88.8 ↑ Woodland Middle 73.3 83 ↑ EElleemmeennttaarryy SScchhooooll CCCCRRPPII SSCCOORREESS 22002222 22002233 Oakland Elementary 17.3 68.3 ↑ Ola Elementary 72.3 82.9 ↑ Pate’s Creek Elementary 68.1 74.1 ↑ Pleasant Grove Elementary 67 78.7 ↑ Red Oak Elementary 68.9 76.2 ↑ Rock Spring Elementary 71.9 79.6 ↑ Rocky Creek Elementary 74.9 82.8 ↑ Smith-Barnes Elementary 63.1 74.6 ↑ Stockbridge Elementary 64.1 70.3 ↑ Timber Ridge Elementary 76.4 87.6 ↑ Tussahaw Elementary 64.2 72.9 ↑ Unity Grove Elementary 68.5 77.7 ↑ Walnut Creek Elementary 67.9 72.9 ↑ Wesley Lakes Elementary 65 73.7 ↑ Woodland Elementary 68.1 77.6 ↑ Dutchtown, Ola, Union Grove, and Woodland Middle Schools performed at or above the state average.

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24HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►Personal Education.Lifelong Success.770.957.4131151 Macon St. McDonoughMcDonough Methodist Academy is an affordable private Christian-focused school for students 3K to 5th grade. • Fully GAC Accredited• Challenging Standard Based Curriculum• Small Classes mcdacademy.org • Certified Teachers• Morning & Aftercare• Art, Music, Technology & P.E. HHiigghh SScchhoooollssCCCCRRPPII SSCCOORREESS2200222222002233CCoolluummnn11State high schools 73.2 71.4↓Henry high schools 65.6 65.5↓Dutchtown High 64.6 66.6↑Eagle’s Landing High 54.8 55.6↑Excel Academy TFS 33.4Hampton High 61.9 66.6↑Locust Grove High 64.5 63.5↓Luella High 70.1 69.9↓McDonough High 54.3 53.6↓Ola High 78.3 76.4↓Stockbridge High 61.5 59.7↓Union Grove High 79.3 75↓Woodland High 63.8 67.6↑HENRY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL 2022 & 2023 TEST SCORESHIGH SCHOOLSTTeesstt SSccoorree 22002211--22002222 22002222--22002233 Perfect score 1600 1600 U.S. 1050 1028 ↓ State 1060 1054 ↓ System 996 990 ↑ Dutchtown 987 980 ↑ Eagle's Landing 938 994 ↑ Excel Academy TFS TFS Hampton High 967 960 ↓ Locust Grove 990 973 ↓ Luella 993 953 ↓ McDonough 916 924 ↑ Ola 1066 1044 ↓ Stockbridge 969 953 ↓ Union Grove 1031 1008 ↓ Woodland 975 976 ↑ SAT SCORESOla and Union Grove High Schools performed at or above the state average. Henry County Schools’ STEM High School To Open August 2027Special Graphics HCSS (Design Renderings)

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25MCABEEMEDIA.COM►Approximately a thousand Henry County area high school students participate in the state-funded dual enrollment program each year. is program allows students to complete up to thirty hours of college course-work at no cost. Dual-enrolled stu-dents receive high school and college credit for the coursework, hence the name dual enrollment. While most students are pursuing dual enrollment credit to get a head start on college, a small percentage are using the grant to earn their high school diploma through the Accel-erated Career Program (ACP). is branch of dual enrollment is speci-cally designed for students interested in high-demand technical and skilled-trade training. To earn their diplo-ma, students enrolled in public high schools must complete two years of academic coursework and either two technical certicates, a diploma, or an associate degree at Southern Crescent Technical College (or another unit of the Technical College System of Geor-gia). “(ACP) is excellent for students who have the goal of a technical path or for students who are seeking a high school diploma option outside of the tradi-tional route,” Nathan Bell, the director of admissions and student communica-tions for SCTC explained. Some of SCTC’s popular Accelerat-ed Career options include automotive technology, diesel mechanics, welding, and cosmetology. Depending on the program, many students can complete the post-secondary requirements for ACP in one year. For more information on ACP or dual enrollment, check out the full interview with SCTC on the Henry Focus Podcast and additional information online at sctech.edu, tcsg.edu, and gafutures.org. SCTC Automotive Technology students receive hands-on-training at the Henry Campus.Accelerated Career Jump Starts Technical EmploymentCristy McAbeeJohn Wing, Automotive Collision instructor at SCTC gives feedback to SCTC student. FULL INTERVIEW HERE

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27MCABEEMEDIA.COM►HCS Mapped The Path For Online EdImpact Academy became one of the first fully-online programs in the state Cristy McAbee BIBLE • MUSIC • STEM • LIBRARY • OUTDOOR CLASSROOMA half-day Christian Early Education program for children 12 months old through pre-kindergarten (K4). School hours are from 9:00 – 12:00 p.m. with early drop-o and lunch bunch options. We seek to educate the whole child: spiritually, cognitively, emotionally, socially, and physically. McDonough Presbyterian Children’s Academy(678) 709-5116 I 427 McGarity Rd. McDonoughStart Ahead,Start Ahead, Stay Ahead!Stay Ahead! Impact Academy opened its doors in 2011 to 150 students well before fully-online education had been adopted by public school districts within the state of Georgia. Prior to 2011 Henry County high school stu-dents could only take select courses online but did not have a fully-online option. After several inquiries from parents and students requesting an all-online option, Henry County Schools began working on adopting a fully- online program. “During my time at Impact Academy, we learned that every student had a story and they needed exibility for a variety of reasons. It was not a decision they just jumped into,” Steve Thompson, founder and former principal of Impact Academy, explained. After the rst year, Impact Academy grew to 650 students, and during the height of the COVID pandemic, Impact Academy ab-sorbed 12% of Henry County Schools student population, equating to over 6,000 students. While Impact Acad-emy helped its own school system navigate online education, Thompson and others at Impact Academy con-sulted with over twenty other dis-tricts during the COVID pandemic. “Steve had experience consult-ing with other schools before COVID and had already spoken at Cornell University and Harvard University,” said Joan Prisk, the lead counselor at Impact Academy. Starting at nearly a decade before the pandemic, Impact Academy was at the forefront of online education, Impact Academy’s blended online learning strategies have been utilized and adopted by other districts and published in scholarly journals and books. Over the next few years, Impact Academy will scale back to only offering fully online class schedules for sixth to twelfth grade. This academic year, Impact Academy has shifted from a program to an independent school and will graduate its rst class in May of 2025. For more information on Impact Academy, visit henry.k12,ga,us/ia. To hear the full interview with Steve Thomp-son and Joan Prisk, check out the Henry Focus Podcast on Spotify.

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toTHE PATHTHE PATHSUCCESSSUCCESS6 mos. to 5th grade770-957-45431724 Hwy 155 N. McDonoughsalemchurch.net/academy► Certified Teachers► GAC Accredited► Christian Environment► Half-Day & Full-Day► Early Drop O & After SchoolBiblical WorldviewA ministry of Salem Baptist Church.STEM I Music I Art I Technology I Library I P. E . rigorous academicsSalem Christian Academy Full Page print.indd 1Salem Christian Academy Full Page print.indd 1 7/16/2024 8:45:23 PM7/16/2024 8:45:23 PMSouthern Crescent Technical College’s Henry CampusPhotos: Cristy McAbeePRIVATE SCHOOL DIRECTORYADVERTISINGCommunity Christian School pg. 21678.432.0191 I 2001 Jodeco Rd. Stockbridge3K to 12th Grade I communitychristianschool.netCreekside Christian Academy pg. 23770.961.9300 I 2455 Mt. Carmel Rd. Hampton McDonough Methodist Academy pg. 24770.957.4131 I 151 Macon St. McDonough3k to 5th Grade I mcdacademy.orgMcDonough Presbyterian Children’s Academy pg 27678.709.5116 I 427 McGarity Rd. McDonough1k to 4k I mpcacademy.orgOur World School (Special Needs) pg. 18678.782.6089 I 400 Lake Dow Rd. Kindegarten to 12th Grade I ourworldschool.orgSalem Christian Academy pg. 28770.957.4543 I 1724 Hwy 155 N. McDonough6 months to 5th Grade I salemchurch.netStrong Rock Christian School pg. 26678.833.1200 I 4200 Strong Rock Pkwy. Locust Grove3K to 12th Grade I strongrockchristianschool.comOther Henry Co Private Schools: Bible Baptist Christian School, Eagles Landing Christian Academy, Heritage Baptist Christian School, Montessori Village Academy, New Creation Christian Academy, People’s Baptist Academy, North Henry Academy, TOP Christian Academy, LOCAL COLLEGESClayton State University (USG)McDonough I Morrow I OnlineBachelor & Graduate Programsclayton.eduGordon State College (USG)Barnesville I McDonough I OnlineAssociate & Bachelor Programsgordonstate.eduMercer University (Private)McDonough I Macon I Atlanta I OnlineBachelor & Graduate Programsmercer.eduSouthern Crescent Technical College (TCSG)McDonough I Griin I Thomaston I OnlineCertificate, Diploma, & Associate Degree Programssctech.edu

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30 HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025 Situated off the McDonough Square in a historic century old cottage resides a coffee house that prides itself on pro-viding a welcoming atmosphere for patrons to fellowship, and fresh high-quality coffee. Micah and Alicia Hodges, owners of Queen Bee Coffee company in McDonough serve up a variety of coffee drinks and roast two dozen coffee varieties off-site at their roastery and coffee shop in Forsyth, Georgia. Queen Bee Coffee Company’s start began all from a birth-day gift purchase for Micah. After he began roasting he was hooked and he and his wife decided to bring that passion to business. In July of 2012 the Hodges sold their rst bag of coffee in an open market on the McDonough Square. Six months later the Hodges moved inside the marketplace and began selling their coffee, including their beloved Panama Joe coffee variety. “I still remember a woman telling me how great the Pana-ma Joe coffee was and adding that she thought it would be a money-maker,” Alicia said about their early days within the market. Their signature Panama Joe coffee is roasted with Mexican coffee beans and perfectly avored with vanilla mousse, cara-QueenCoffeeeof

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31MCABEEMEDIA.COM►-AUGUST-10 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES17 MAIN ST. FARMERS MARKET24 MAIN ST. CRAFTERS MARKET26 SCARECROW CONTEST REGISTRATION-SEPTEMBER-7 MOTOWN ON MAIN STREET21 LAST CALL BEFORE FALL CONCERT28 MAIN ST. CRAFTERS MARKET28-30 SCARECROW CONTEST SETUP-OCTOBER-1-6 SCARECROW CONTEST SETUP7-31 SCARECROWS RETURN TO SQUARE10 LADIES NIGHT OUT25 TRICK OR TREAT ON THE SQUARE26 FALL FESTIVAL ON THE SQUARE-NOVEMBER-23 MERRY MARKET ON MAIN30 SANTA & MRS. CLAUS ON THE SQUARE30 AMEX & SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY30 MCDONOUGH TREE LIGHTING 30 MCDONOUGH CHRISTMAS PARADE-DECEMBER-7 & 14 SANTA & MRS. CLAUS ON THE SQUARE21 GRINCH ON THE SQUARE31 NEW YEAR’S EVE FAMILY CELEBRATION31 GERANIUM DROPMCDONOUGHGA.ORGMCDON OUGHGA.ORGmel, and island rum. Queen Bee sets itself apart by not only roasting their own coffee but by also sourcing directly from a variety of coffee bean farms from ten different countries that hand pick their coffee beans. One country includes Honduras where the Hodges donate a percentage of their sales to clean water construction projects. “They’re (farmers) not using a machine, ev-erything is tripled picked by hand, which con-tributes to the quality we’re able to deliver with the beans we’re roasting,” Micah explained. Coffee farms that use machines are picking all the beans off the trees, including beans that are not ripened and are not ready to be picked. Other factors contributing to higher quality coffee, include their dedication to roasting in small batches, and selling directly to the consumer. “Coffee’s peak freshness starts to subside after about six months,” Micah explained. Outside coffee, Queen Bee also sells avoca-do toast, chicken salad toast, pastries, cinna-mon rolls, and freshly baked bread. Providing a place for people to gather is also at the heart of their business. Patrons can partake in free fun special events planned throughout the year including trvia, movie nights, and Christmas in July! For more information on Queen Bee Coffee visit queenbeecoffee.com and be sure to follow their facebook and instagram accounts.

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32 HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025 While we all know our public libraries are helping to foster literacy, did you also know they’re connecting residents to many popular destinations across the state for free? Li-brary cardholders can visit several popular attractions in Georgia such as Zoo Atlanta, state parks, historical sites, the Center for Puppetry Arts, and more. Passes are also avail-able for performances at Shakespeare’s Tavern and the Alliance eatre, Henry County Library Service (HCLS) cardholders can access several free services and programs outside of book rentals too, including tutoring, career services, hot spot rentals, VHS digitization, and foreign language education soware. Cardholders are also aorded 10 free title checkouts per month on HOOPLA, a media streaming service, and Libby, an electronic medium service for e-books, audiobooks, and periodicals. For more information on the Henry County Library System, visit henrylibraries.org. You can also checkout the full interview with HCLS Assitant Directors Anna Cogdill and Jennifer Parrott on the Henry Focus Podcast on Spotify with the QR code to the le. If you’re not a library card holder or if your card has expired, you can apply for free instantly online at this site https://gapines.org/eg/opac/register?physical_loc=142. Henry County Library System Connects Locals With Free Passes, Apps, and ServicesSpecial Photo: Shakespeare TavernSpecial Photo: Chattahoochee Nature Center Special Photo: Zoo Atlanta► Free Tickets ► HOOPLA► Passports► Tutoring► Meeting Space► Career Services► Book Clubs► GALILEO► Mobile Printing► Libby ► VHS Digitizing

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34HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►Daisy Mae’sDaisy Mae’sBAKERY & GIFTSCAKE SLICES I WHOLE CAKES I COOKIESBringing Back Memories Bringing Back Memories One Bite At A Time!One Bite At A Time!daisymaesbakerygiftsDaisy Mae'sBakery• Red Velvet• Carrot• Hummingbird• German Chocolate• Banana Pudding• Coca-ColaInside Thompson Market I 218 John Frank Ward Blvd. McDonoughFlavors Rotate Daily!770-639-7727Henry County Social PagesBoard of Ethicsfacebook.com/henrycountyboardofethicsinstagram.com/henrycountyboardofethics/Chamber of Commercefacebook.com/HenryCountyChamberofCommerceinstagram.com/henrychamber/Connecting Henry (non-prot)facebook.com/connectinghenry/instagram.com/connectinghenry/Discussionfacebook.com/groups/114965089033591/District Attorneyfacebook.com/people/Henry-County-District-At-torneys-Ofce/100068895802594/instagram.com/henrydistrictattorney/Emergency Management & Homeland Securityfacebook.com/GeorgiaEMAHSinstagram.com/georgiaemahs/Fire Departmentfacebook.com/HenryCountyFire/instagram.com/henrycountyrerescue/Food & BeveageHENRYeatsfacebook.com/prole.php?id=61551201855760instagram.com/henryeats1/Humane Societyfacebook.com/HenryCountyHumaneSocietyIncinstagram.com/henryco_humanesocietyga/Newspodcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-henry-focusinstagram.com/henryganews/facebook.com/HenryGANewsfacebook.com/thehenryheraldLibrary Systemfacebook.com/HenryLibrary/instagram.com/henrycolibraries/instagram.com/henrylib_youngadults/Momsfacebook.com/groups/1510060745970551facebook.com/groups/mcdonoughmackidmomsParks and Recreationfacebook.com/HenryCountyParksRec/instagram.com/henrycountyparksandrec/Police Departmentfacebook.com/HCPDGAinstagram.com/henrycountypolicedepartment/Sheriff’s Ofcefacebook.com/HCSOGAinstagram.com/HCSOGA/Tax Commissionerfacebook.com/henrycotaxcomm/instagram.com/henrycotaxcomm/Get ConnectedLocal Facebook & Instagram Pages

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35MCABEEMEDIA.COM►Water Authorityfacebook.com/HenryCountyWaterAuthority/instagram.com/henrycountywater/Visiting Henry- Tourismfacebook.com/VisitHenryCountyGAinstagram.com/visithenrycogaHampton Social PagesHigh Schools● Hampton High○ facebook.com/HamptonHighSchoolGAElementary Schools● Hampton Elementary○ facebook.com/hamptonelementaryga● Mt. Carmel Elementary○ facebook.com/mtcarmelmustangs● Rocky Creek Elementary○ facebook.com/RockyCreekElementaryHCSMoms and Dadsfacebook.com/groups/266030112775277What’s Happeningfacebook.com/groups/345381787503645facebook.com/groups/hamptoncountyannouncementLocust Grovefacebook.com/people/City-of-Locust-Grove-City-Hallinstagram.com/locustgrovemainstreet/High Schools● Luella High School ○ facebook.com/LuellaHighSchool/● Locust Grove High School○ facebook.com/LGHSHCS/Middle Schools● Locust Grove Middle○ facebook.com/LocustGroveMiddleSchoolElementary Schools● New Hope Elementary○ facebook.com/NewHopeElementaryHCS/● Unity Grove Elementary○ facebook.com/UnityGroveElementary○ instagram.com/unitygroveelementary/Community Discussionfacebook.com/groups/704297350511348/facebook.com/groups/1510060745970551Momsfacebook.com/groups/4979313628816152/Newsfacebook.com/LocustGroveNews/facebook.com/EverythingLG/facebook.com/groups/1871432266488157City of McDonoughinstagram.com/mcdonoughga/facebook.com/CityofMcdonoughGA/High Schools● Eagles Landing High○ facebook.com/ELHS.HCS○ instagram.com/elhs_hcs● Ola○ facebook.com/olamustangs/○ instagram.com/olahighschool/● Union Grove○ facebook.com/uniongrovehs○ instagram.com/uniongrovewolverinesMiddle Schools● Union Grove Middle○ facebook.com/uniongrovemiddleschoolElementary Schools● East Lake Elementary○ facebook.com/eastlakehcs/○ instagram.com/eastlake_hcs/● Hickory Flat Elementary○ facebook.com/HickoryFlatElementary● Oakland Elementary○ facebook.com/OKESOWLS/● Ola Elementary○ facebook.com/OlaPTO/● Timber Ridge Elementary○ facebook.com/TimberRidgeElementary HCS● Tussahaw Elementary○ facebook.com/TussahawGrizzlies/Momsfacebook.com/groups/mcdonoughmomsPolice Departmentfacebook.com/people/McDonough-Police-De-partment/What’s Happeningfacebook.com/groups/whatshappeningmc-donoughfacebook.com/groups/ourmcdonoughlifefacebook.com/ilovemcdonough

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36HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►404-989-4007 I getitdoneboss.comRickelle FeltonFOUNDER CEOrickelle@getitdoneboss.comUntitled-1 1Untitled-1 1 7/7/2024 8:14:36 PM7/7/2024 8:14:36 PMVisiting McDonough/ Tourismvisitmcdonoughga.comStockbridgeAmphitheaterfacebook.com/Stockbridgeamp/instagram.com/thestockbridgeamphitheater/Communityfacebook.com/groups/219728680046458City of Stockbridge Government facebook.com/StockbridgeCityHall/instagram.com/city_of_stockbridge/High Schools● Stockbridge High○ facebook.com/stockbridgehighschool/● Woodland High○ facebook.com/WoodlandHighSchoolHCS○ instagram.com/whs_hcsElementary Schools● Fairview ElementaryGet Connected cont.Local Facebook & Instagram Pages○ facebook.com/fvehenry/● Pate’s Creek Elementary○ facebook.com/PatesCreekElementary● Pleasant Grove Elementary○ facebook.com/proleph-p?id=100052387149662● Red Oak Elementary○ facebook.com/RedOakElementaryHCS● Woodland Elementary○ facebook.com/weshcsStockbridge Main Street facebook.com/MainStreetStockbridgeGA/instagram.com/stockbridgemainstreetga/Police Departmentinstagram.com/stockbridge.pd/Upcoming Events facebook.com/Stockbridgeevents/instagram.com/stockbridge_events/Youth Councilinstagram.com/stockbridgeyc/facebook.com/StockbridgeYouthCouncil/Limited Printed Copies of the Henry Factbook Available at:Henry County Rec. & Senior CentersStory on The SquareF & F Floor CoveringMcDonough Welcome CenterHenry Co. Chamber of CommerceHenry Co. Library locationsItalian OvenAnthony’s Pizza & PastaEagles Landing OBGYNBrian Andrews State FarmSalem Christian AcademySerafino’s Italian BistroPrint CharmingSubscribe to Have A Copy Mailed To You Here!

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38 HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025Oldest Scout Troop in Henry County Still Changing LivesNearly 90 years ago Troop 62 was established in McDonough, Geor-gia and the group is still thriving today. Over the years, hundreds of local boys have been impacted by the friend-ships and life skills they developed as young scouts with Troop 62. is troop has had notable former scouts, including long time McDonough mayor, Billy Copeland, e sixty second troup in America has been led for the last ve years by Scout Master Robert Hires, a former Eagle Scout and Navy veteran. Hires has mentored 25 scouts during his tenure and has had seven scouts receive the highest rank of Eagle Scout. According to Scouts of America, it’s es-timated only 4% of scouts will attain the prestigious distinction of Eagle Scout. e Eagle Scout merit requires scouts to earn a minimum of 25 badges, have scout spirit as outlined by the scout oath, and complete an in-depth community service project. While seven have attained Eagle Scout; all of Hires’ scouts are paving a path to success. Some of Hires’ older scouts that have transi-tioned into adulthood are now in the military, TROUP 62Special Photos from Scouts of America Troup 62.playing college football, and working in medical missions overseas. “Our mission today in the 21st cen-tury is to steer young people into making ethical and morale choices by instilling the scout oath and law into their everyday life,” Hires explained. “e most reward-ing aspect of leading them is when they come back aer leaving the scouts as young men and tell me the positive impact scouts still has on their life.” Troop 62 accepts adolescence between the ages of 11 to 17 years old. eir charter is the First Baptist Church of McDonough. For more information on Troup 62 visit their facebook page Boy Scouts of Ameri-ca Troup 62 and listen to the full interview on the Henry Focus Podcast. Troop 62 was founded 88 years ago in 1936.

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40HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►HHome Grown ome Grown Henry!Henry!inWill AndersonHamptonDutchtown High School AlumniNFL Defensive EndCurrent Team: Houston TexansCollege: : Alabama Crimson TideMarkeith AmblesMcDonoughHenry County High School AlumniCFL Wide Receiver Current Team: Winnipeg Blue BombersPrevious Teams: Calgary Stampeders & Toronto Argonauts,Colleges: Houston Cougars, Arizona West-ern College Matadors & USC TrojansTravis BergenMcDonoughUnion Grove High School AlumniMLB PitcherPrevious Teams: Toronto Blue Jays, Arizona Diamondbacks, San Francisco GiantsCollege: Kennesaw State OwlsMegan BetsaMcDonoughUnion Grove High School AlumniNCAA Pitching Coach, Former Pitcher & All AmericanCurrent Team: Chattanooga Mocs College: : New Mexico Lobos, Cleveland Comets, Akron Rac-ers & Michigan WolverinesThe Late Dean BrownMcDonoughHenry County Training School AlumniFormer NFL Defensive BackPrevious Teams: Miami Dolphins & Cleveland BrownsJoey ClantonStockbridgeASA Race Car DriverPrevious Teams: Roush Fenway Racing, JTG Racing, Key Motor-sports, & Brewco MotorsportsYusu CorkerStockbridgeWoodland High School AlumniNFL SafetyPrevious Teams: Cincinnati Bengals, New York Giants College: Kentucky WildcatsSpecial PhotosATHLETES

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41MCABEEMEDIA.COM►Freshest Produce in Henry County! • Produce• Georgia Grown Products• Fresh Honey• Jellies • Gift Baskets ServingServing Henry CountyHenry County 2525 Years! Years!770-957-3383218 John Frank Ward Blvd.McDonough, GA 30253Kyle DaviesStockbridgeStockbridge High School AlumniFormer MLB, NPB and ALPB PitcherPrevious Teams: Lancast-er Barnstormers, Somerset Patriots, Tokyo Yakult Swallows, New York Yankees, Cleveland Indians, Minnesota Twins, Toronto Blue Jays, Kansas City Royals & Atlanta BravesTrey Dean IIIHamptonDutchtown High School AlumniNFL SafetyCurrent Team: Kansas City ChiefsPrevious Team: New York Jets College: Florida GatorsDemarquis GatesHamptonLovejoy High School AlumniUFL Linebacker, former NFL, XFL, TSL, CFL, and USFL LinebackerCurrent Team: Birmingham StallionsPrevious Teams: Chica-go Bears, Saskatchewan Roughriders, Minnesota Vikings, Houston Roughnecks, Washington Redskins, Mem-phis Express, Cleveland Browns College: Ole Miss RebelsAntonio GibsonStockbridgeEagle’s Landing High School AlumniNFL Running BackCurrent Team: New England PatriotsPrevious Teams: Washington CommandersColleges: Memphis Tigers & East Central WarriorsMax GreshamStockbridgeNASCAR & ARCA Race Car DriverPrevious Teams: GMS Racing, Sharp Gallaher Racing, Eddie Sharp Racing, Joe Denette Motorsports, Venturini Mo-torsports, Turn One Racing, Gresham Motorsports & Joe Gibbs RacingChris GoslinLocust GroveFK Senica Soccer Player, Former USL, MLS and USSF Soccer Player Current Team: FK SenicaPrevious Teams: Atlanta United 2, Charleston Battery & Atlanta UnitedSpecial Photos

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42HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►Jason HeywardMcDonoughHenry County High School AlumniMLB OutfielderCurrent Team: Los Angeles DodgersPrevious Teams: Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals & Atlanta BravesKolton IngramStockbridgeLuella High School AlumniMLB PitcherCurrent Team: San Francisco GiantsPrevious Teams: St. Louis Cardinals, Texas Rangers, New York Mets, Los Angeles Angels, Colleges: Detroit Tigers & Columbus State CougarsTre McBrideMcDonoughOla High School AlumniFormer NFL, UFL and XFL Wide ReceiverPrevious Teams: Los Angeles Wildcats, DC Defenders, Jack-sonville Jaguars, Washington Redskins, New York Jets, Chi-cago Bears, Tennessee Titans College: William & Mary TribeKeaton MitchellMcDonoughEagle’s Landing Christian Academy AlumniNFL Running BackCurrent Team: Baltimore Ra-vens & East Carolina PiratesDaniel RobertsHamptonHampton High School AlumniUSA Track & Field Olympian - 110m Hurdles Silver Medalist 2024 Paris OlympicsCollege: University of Kentucky All AmericanIsaac RochellMcDonoughEagle’s Landing Christian AcademyNFL Defensive EndPrevious Teams: Las Vegas Raiders, Cleveland Browns, Indianapolis Colts, Los Angeles Chargers College: Notre Dame Fighting IrishChris Rodriguez Jr.McDonoughOla High School AlumniNFL Running BackCurrent Team: Washington Commanders College: Kentucky WildcatsSpecial PhotosMatt MurtonStockbridgeEagles Landing High School AlumniFormer MLB Outfielder Chi-cago Cubs, Oakland Athlet-ics, & Colorado Rockies. He played NPB for Hanshin Tigers. College: Georgia Institute of Technology

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44HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►HHome Grown ome Grown Henry!Henry!inARTSRose WeaverMcDonoughActress, Singer, & PlaywrightRecent film & TV work About Fate (2022) opposite Emma Roberts, A Snow White Christmas (2018), The Last Black Dinosaur (2023), Tina and The 6th Amendment (2017) as well as the NBC pilot Suspicion (2018). Other past work includes The Accused (1988), opposite Jodie Foster, Poetic Justice (1993) oppo-site the late Tupac Shakur, Detroit (2017) opposite John Boyega, as Judge Kersey in L.A. Law (1986), Tales from the Crypt (1989), Not in My Family (1993), Lady in White (1988) and Mother Washington in Go Tell It on the Mountain (1985).McKenna HellamMcDonoughFashion Model Height 6’ 1”Modeled for Prabal Garang, Givenchy, Burberry, Missoni, and Dolce & Gabanna. Ross ChildersStockbridgeMusician, songwriter, and producer. Original Guitarist of Collective Soul.Shane EvansStockbridgeMusicianOriginal Drummer of Collective Soul.Mark HallMcDonoughMusician & SongwriterLead vocalist Casting Crowns Dean RolandStockbridgeMusician & SongwriterRhythm Guitarist of Collective Soul. Will TurpinStockbridgeMusician & SongwriterBassist of Collective Soul. Solo artist currently tours with his backing band The Way. Special Photos

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45MCABEEMEDIA.COM►MAKING ANIMPACTConnecting Henry Assisted 599 Families in 2023Since 1996, Connecting Henry has been a lifeline to Henry County families in need. Last year alone, Connecting Henry assisted 599 households and nearly 1800 individuals. e non-prot organization has provided nancial assistance on essential needs including housing and utility funds, while also connecting residents with education, career training and employment services. “e resources we provide means that kids can have a warm night’s rest because they have electricity; it has tremendously helped the community, espe-cially now, because there’s so much need,” Barbara Coleman executive director of Connecting Henry explained. Connecting Henry works in conjunction with other non-prot organizations, faith-based groups, the school sys-tem, and businesses to provide a network of services to ensure “families do not slip through the cracks.” rough their extensive net-work, Connecting Henry is able to connect residents not only with temporary funding but with other components that address their individual or family’s full well-being. To address long-term needs and employability, Connecting Henry assists individuals with a variety of employment resourc-es through their employment training program and on-going needs through the benevolence network. Connecting Henry’s training program addresses developing so skills and curating a profes-sional identity to help jobseekers attain and maintain employ-ment. “Our goal is to transform lives of families that are struggling, whether it’s a single mom that is barely making it, someone re-netering civilian life, or a senior citizen on a xed income that needs help making ends meet,” Coleman said. To stay connected with Con-necting Henry’s events and vol-unteer opportunities follow their facebook page at facebook.cpm/connectinghenry. Locals seeking assistance can reach Connecting Henry by calling (770) 274-3942. Special Photo Connecting Henry Board of Directors. “The resources we provide means that kids can have a warm night’s rest...”Barbara Coleman, Executive Director Connecting Henry.Special Photos Connecting Henry Grace Robertson

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47MCABEEMEDIA.COMNew Business Resource Center Addresses Small Business NeedsHCCC Prioritizes Small Business Success e Business Resource Center opened its doors in the Summer of 2023 at the Henry Coun-ty Chamber of Commerce in McDonough. e center provides small business oce needs and is equipped to host meetings and presentations. e small business focused center oers a co-working space equipped with Wi-Fi, a commercial color printer, a kitchen, and easi-ly accessible power for devices and laptops for chamber members. e center has two meeting rooms that can be rented and is also utilized by the chamber to host ongoing events on hot-topic issues aecting small business owners. “Many businesses fail their rst year in oper-ation, so we’re trying to assist businesses with networking, nancing, operations, and other common problems new entrepreneurs face,” Judy McMurtry, a retired Delta Airlines executive, and chamber volunteer explained. e Business Resource Center hosts ongoing events including Coee Collabora-tion on the rst Tuesday of every month from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. McMurtry encourages new business owners to attend the free Coee Collaboration meetings and other events the Henry County Chamber hosts. “I think it’s important that we support small businesses because they’re the backbone of our economy and can help sustain our local economy, no matter our national economic circumstances,” McMurtry added. For more information on the Henry Coun-ty Chamber of Commerce and upcoming events at the Business Resource Center visit henrycounty.com. Images from HCCC

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48 HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025PIEDMONT HENRY EXPANSIONStaff Reports:Stockbridge, Ga. (May 2024) – Recently, Piedmont Henry Hospital broke ground on a $212 million expan-sion that will transform the hospital’s campus and help care for the citizens of a rapidly growing community. The project will add a new patient tower and will have 96 new/additional inpatient rooms. The hospital’s new bed license is for 355 beds. Additional surface park-ing will be added, as well as three additional Operating Room suites, giving the hospital a total of 14. The ex-pansion of the OR will provide more access with shorter wait times for high end surgical procedures. The extra patient rooms will also help improve wait times in the emergency department, which is one of the busiest in the Piedmont system, with nearly 75,000 visits annually. “We are often at capacity now and this expansion will help us serve our patients, and the community, better,” said David Kent, CEO of Piedmont Henry. “We have grown with Henry County, and we will continue to grow to continue providing world-class, patient-cen-tered care to the communities we serve well into the future.” During construction, there are no expected impacts to patient or visitor access at either the North or South Tower lobbies, or the emergency department. There may be some limited disruption to parking. Patients will be asked to arrive a few minutes early for scheduled appointments once construction begins. “We take the responsibility of caring for our patients and the residents of this community very seriously,” said Kent. “We’ve made a lot of progress over the past few years. In addition to being designated a Level III Trau-ma Center, we’ve increased our use of robotic assisted surgery, brought in world-class physicians, and maxi-mized space, both on campus and adjacent, to provide safe, high-quality care. An expansion of this magnitude is the next step for us.”Construction is expected to be completed within two and a half years. NewlyNewlyrenovatedrenovatedCome dine at Sera no’s for the best Italian food in Metro-Atlanta.  e beautifully renovated dining room is the perfect setting for a date night, birthday celebration, or upscale outing. Relax in an intimate setting and enjoy  ne Italian dining in a cozy atmosphere, With the best selection of  ne wines to pair perfectly with your meal, you can escape to Ven-ice without your passport! 770-961-4410 I 909 Eagles Landing Pkwy Ste 120, StockbridgeNow accepting Bitcoin payment!Serving the Southern Crescent for Over 30 Years!

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50 HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025Business Resource CenterThe Business Resource Center offerseducational and professional developmentand networking opportunities forbusinesses and entrepreneurs in HenryCounty. Services include: • One-on-one counseling sessions• Professional training• Resource hours• Collaborative workspace• Procurement support and resources• MBE-certification supportFor more information, contact770-957-5786 or emailinfo@henrycounty.comRenewal By Anderson Opens Manufacturing Facility in Locust Grove Sta Reports: Andersen Corporation, America’s premier window and door manufacturer, announces that construction has begun on the new Renewal by Ander-sen manufacturing and distribution facility in Locust Grove, Georgia. Renewal by Andersen is the full-service window replacement division of Andersen Corpora-tion, which manufactures, sells and installs an exclusive replacement window solution to customers across North America. Construction has begun on the new Renewal by An-dersen manufacturing and distribution facility in Locust Grove, Georgia At the groundbreaking ceremony, Andersen reinforced its commitment to investing in the communities where it operates with a $25,000 donation to Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity. e company also committed to donating windows for Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity’s home builds in 2024, furthering its commit-ment to supporting aordable housing and helping more families achieve their dream of stable homeownership. On November 15, the company celebrated this strate-gic investment in its fast-growing replacement business with a ceremonial groundbreaking. e teams from Andersen and Renewal by Andersen were joined by (the late) Locust Grove Mayor Robert Price, Henry County Chair Carlotta Harrell and other state and local dignitar-ies to commemorate the occasion. “We are thrilled to be investing in a facility that will help us meet homeowner demand for our Renewal by Andersen® products and expand our footprint further into the southeast,” said Chris Galvin, Andersen Corpo-ration president and chief executive ocer. “Here in Locust Grove, Renewal by Andersen is build-ing both a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and a place where individuals across a wide range of skillsets will be able to build meaningful careers. We are grateful for the support and warm welcome from the State of Georgia, Henry County, and the City of Locust Grove, and we look forward to growing in this community.”Andersen Corporation is one of the largest window and door manufacturers in North America, and along with its subsidiaries, operates more than 20 manufacturing and distribution facilities, with an industry-leading portfolio Wheeler Tax & Accounting LLC was founded on one key principle: research. Toye Wheeler, owner and nancial professional, and Marques Wheeler, con-sultant and nancial professional, developed the idea of a tax and accounting rm that works consistently to understand the current and ever evolving US tax code. The goal is to explain it to clients so they are in better position to make informed decisions about their nances, and the aim is to do so with professionalism and hospitality. We participate in the IRS Annual Filing Season Program,and the rm is an IRS e-le provider.PR OFESSIONALTAX PREP$WHEELER TAX & ACCOUNTINGwheelertaxandaccounting.com

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51MCABEEMEDIA.COM►of window and door products serving customers across the new residential, light commercial, home improve-ment and remodeling segments. Renewal by Andersen plans to invest more than $420 million in this new facility. Construction of the 638,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility is expected to be completed in late 2024, with operations expected to begin in 2025. When running at full capacity, the facility will employ approxi-mately 900 team members. e products to be manufactured at the facility in Locust Grove will use Andersen’s unique Fibrex® material. Fibrex material is a high-quality, long-lasting engineered composite that garnered more than 25 Unit-ed States patents over time and has become a dierent and better material used in numerous Andersen® and Renewal by Andersen® product lines. e material contains a blend of wood ber, mostly reclaimed from Andersen manufacturing processes, and thermoplastic polymer, some of which is also reclaimed. e new Renewal by Andersen facility is being built at e Cubes at Locust Grove, and will be its rst manufacturing facility in Georgia, joining an Andersen Logistics distribution center located in Douglasville and an Andersen Windows, Inc. oce in Marietta. e facility will initially support Renewal by Andersen, with capacity to expand in future years to support additional Andersen enterprise product lines. “e City of Locust Grove is excited to see the prog-ress so far for this outstanding project by Renewal by Andersen with today’s groundbreaking,” said Locust Grove Mayor Robert Price. “We are thrilled to be the home to this new manufacturing plant which is bring-ing good-paying advanced manufacturing jobs to our community. Furthermore, the project is providing the City and County with an improved Price Drive for bet-ter mobility throughout our region and giving focused access to the future Bethlehem Interchange at I-75.” e facility is being built by Clayco. “Much like An-dersen, at Clayco we are dedicated to creating a better product and experience for our customers. It’s not just about the structures we build, but it’s about the people inside and the purpose they create within the space,” said Anthony Johnson, President of Clayco’s Industrial Business Unit. “at is why we are privileged to partner with Renewal by Andersen to create this facility, which represents a landmark in economic development for this community along with the state of Georgia, and will provide products creating homes and communities across the country.”At the groundbreaking ceremony, Andersen reinforced its commitment to investing in the communities where it operates with a $25,000 donation to Southern Cres-cent Habitat for Humanity. e company also com-mitted to donating windows for Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity’s home builds in 2024, furthering its commitment to supporting aordable housing and helping more families achieve their dream of stable homeownership.Renewal by Andersen will be hiring team members for its new facility throughout 2024 and 2025 in a wide va-riety of roles, with a focus on engineering, supply chain and manufacturing positions. Interested applicants can view current job openings here or sign up to learn more about a career at Andersen and future opportunities on the company’s site. Andersen oers highly compet-itive wages, prot sharing, an inclusive workplace, paid parental leave and more.900 Jobs Georgia Department of Economic Developmentcreated

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52 HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025New Aquatic CenterAquatic Center will bring relaxation and tourismCristy McAbeeHenry County residents will soon be able to make a ‘splash’ at the new pub-lic aquatic center that is scheduled to open in May 2026. e state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor water park will include a 50-meter indoor com-petition pool, an indoor therapy pool, a zero-entry outdoor pool with four slides, a lazy river, a splash pool, an extra-large outdoor T.V. screen, and plenty of lounge seating. e highly anticipated aquatic center will be available to host swim meets and competitions, including the winter swim teams of nine public high schools within Henry County. “is will be the Disney Land of Henry County,” Jonathan Penn cluster lead and director of Henry County Parks and Recreation exclaimed. “is center will be used for leisure but will have a huge economic impact with the competition (swim) meets the county will be able to accommodate.”

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Good Van Slyke has completed the aquatic center’s architecture design and has several large construction proj-ects in Georgia, including the Mercedes Benz Stadium and projects at Hartseld Jackson Airport. “We wanted to make sure we went with someone that had the experience and expertise to construct the aquatic center,” Penn explained of selecting an architecture rm, Penn and his team have composed a comprehensive master plan for Henry County Parks and Recreation, which has not been completed in over 40 years. “We received a lot of public community input on the plan and it will help us move in a prepared way over the next several years and decade,” Penn said. e plan contains budgeting for pickleball courts, and a new recreation center at Mt. Carmel Park. e new rec center wiill be a modern multi-generational facility con-taining two basketball courts with an indoor track, commu-nity rooms, gaming rooms, tness space, and a computer lab. Henry County will have ve recreation centers with the new addition of the Mt. Carmel Recreation Center. For more information on Henry County Parks and Recreation check out their quarterly activity guide at henrycountyga.gov and follow their social media pages. Expected To OpenMay 2026Special Graphics Good Van SlykeIndoor Facility 60,434 sq/ftWater Park53,647 sq/ft

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54 HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025ADULT ATHLETIC PROGRAMSPictured is Shy Murrell-Sharp (left) and Rachael Wynn (right) members of the Business Women’s Richard Craig B -3 team, competing in the Fall 2023 ALTA City Finals Match. Photo by: Chris SharpPRIVATE ASSOCIATIONS(ALTA) Atlanta Lawn & Tennis AssociationBusiness, Weekday & Senior Teams for Mens Doubles , Wom-ens Doubles and Mixed Doubles Tennis and Pickleball. Fall, Winter, Spring & Summer Leagues. Georgia Revolution FC Senior LeagueRegistration closes in MaySeason: Practice begins early August, ends late May/June 2025(HCSA) Henry Co. Soccer Association Over 18 Coed Soccer LeagueSpring Season: March to middle of MayMatter of Heart Adult Coed & Women Kickball LeagueSunday MatchesMcDonough Inline HockeySpring Mar to May I Fall Sep. to Nov.Salem Sports Kickball TournamentRegistration September to NovemberSouthern Crescent CyclingGroup Rides, Rides & Events, Community Outreach, Mountain Bike Mondays(USTA) United States Tennis Association Teams are divided into age groups 18 & Up, 40 & Up, and 55 & Up with a mix of singles and doubles teams. HCPRD HENRY CO. PARKS & RECREATION PickleballFairview Recreation Center, StockbridgeBeginner Tennis Registration is in April. SoftballHeritage Park Spring Registration begins in Jan. I Fall Registration ends JulyWheelerchair TennisThe Wheelchair Tennis program is available year-round. This program runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Richard Craig Park in McDonough. Beginner classes are created throughout the year as needed.View HCPRD’s Quarterly Actvity guide online at henrycounty-ga.gov/309/Parks-Recreation

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55MCABEEMEDIA.COM►YOUTH ATHLETIC PROGRAMSPRIVATE ASSOCIATIONSWe have included registration and season info that was available online and with organizations that responded before the Factbook went to press. Crush South VolleyballRegistration ends in July I Spring Play: January to early May Henry County Soccer AssociationSpring Registration: Ends at the end of January Fall Registration: Ends at the end of July Play September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025Southside Trail Riders (MTB Team)Henry, Butts, Spalding Rockdale & Jasper CountiesMember of Georgia Cycling AssociationCompetes in 5 state-wide races each year. Also host group rides not linked to competition. Practice at Dauset Trails, South Rockdale, South-side Park, and Quarry’s Edge Park, as well as other local bike trails.ELLENWOODEllenwood Gators Elite Athetic Tackle Football & CheerleadingRegistration Closes in July I Play June to DecemberSTOCKBRIDGE Cochran Park BaseballFall Registration Closes Aug. 28 I Spring Registration JanuaryFall Play Late Aug. to Early Nov. I Spring Play Early March to End of MayFairview Youth Ass. Baseball, Softball & T-BallFall Registration July I Spring Registration JanuaryFall Play Late Aug. to Early Nov. I Spring Play Early Mar. to End of MayGenerals Youth Football & Cheerleading Ass.Registration ends early August I Fall Late August to NovemberGeorgia Elite Sports Academy, BaseballRegistration ends late January I Spring between begins mid-March and April, 5-week seasonGeorgia Elite Sports Academy. NFL Flag FootballSpring begins end of March I Fall 2024 begins late SeptemberGeorgia Elite Sports Academy, Tackle Football & CheerleadingRegistration ends June 1 I Play begins in JulyHenry Youth LacroseeRegistration January I Free Ongoing Clinics & Summer Camps for BeginnersKilometer Kids (Running)Registration opens July 30 ends dierently depending on teamFall: September to NovemberNorth Henry Youth FootballRegistration ends June 30 , late registration ends July 15Fall begins last weekend in AugustSporting Club Coaching (Soccer Training)Spring begins September I Fall begins 3rd week of FebruaryRuns 12 Weeks Meets Two Nights a WeekMCDONOUGHAbove The Net (Tennis)Year-round Tennis Clinics & LessonsBlue Lightning Track ClubHenry, Rockdale & Newton Counties Co-Ed Track Club 7-18 years old. Georgia Revolution FC Youth LeagueRegistration ends end of May I Practice begins early August ends in late May/June McDonough Youth Inline HockeySpring Mar to May I Fall Sep. to Nov.McDonough Youth Association Baseball, Softball & T-BallFall Registration ends August 22, 2024 I Spring Registration JanuaryFall Play Late August to Early November I Spring Play Early Mar to End of MayOla Athletic Association Baseball & T-BallRegistration ends June/July I Spring Registration JanuaryFal Play: Late August to Early Nov. I Spring Play Early March to End of MayOla Girls Softball AssociationFall Registration July I Spring Registration JanuaryOGS FacebookFall Play Late Aug. to Early Nov. I Spring Play Early Mar. to End of MaySalem Sports Baseball, Softball & SoccerSpring Play Baseball & Softball Registration Nov. to Jan. I Fall Play Soccer Registration April to July Sandy Ridge BMXCheck Website for Clinics & Race Dates HAMPTONHampton Youth Club Baseball, Softball & T-BallFalll Registration ends August 10 I Spring Registration JanuaryFall Play: Late August to Early Nov. Spring Play: Late March to Mid MayLOCUST GROVELocust Grove Recreation Association Baseball, Softball & T-BallRegistration ends Mid August I Fall Play Late August to Early NovemberLocust Grove Tackle Football and CheerleadingRegistration ends in July I Fall Season begins in AugustSpecial Photo: Locust Grove Football &

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56HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►PARKS & RECREATION YOUTH ATHLETICSHCPRD Middel School Girls Flag FootballRegistration June 17 to Aug 16th HCRPD Youth BasketballRegistration ends Oct. 20, 2024 Season: Dec, 7, 2024 to Feb. 22, 2025HCRPD Travel BaseballRegistration Closes August 16th HCPRD Youth TrackAges 7-14 years old. HCPRD Youth Tennis DrillsRegistration closes Early JulyHCPRD Thearpeutic Services The Sunshine League (Baseball)Designed to provide an opportunity for intellectually & physically chal-lenged boys & girls, ages 5 & upSpring Season: Mar. to May I Fall Season: Late Sept. to Late Oct.Wheelchair Handball Play August to NovemberWheelchair Basketball Practice starts in Dec. Play Jan to Feb.Wheelchair Football Practice begins in Feb. Play Mar. to MayHENRY COUNTY SCHOOLS - The Georgia StormThe Georgia Storm (formerly named Henry Hurricanes) is a school-based co-ed wheelchair sports team comprised of students from grades 1 – 12 within the Griin RESA (Regional Educational Service Agency) that serves the counties of Butts, Fayette, Henry, Lamar, Newton, Pike, Spalding and Upson. Eligibility consists of students who have a physical impairment that prevents them from playing competitively on the traditional school teams.Handball Season: August to early-NovemberBasketball Season: January to mid-MarchFootball Season: late-March to early-MayYOUTH ATHLETIC PROGRAMS cont.Special Photo: Georgia StormSpecial Photo: Locust Grove CheerleadingSpecial Photo: Henry County Parks & Rec.

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57MCABEEMEDIA.COM►AUTOS BUY DONAUTOS BUY DONnew & pre-ownedCARS, TRUCKS, SUVS, JEEPS, ENCLOSED TRAILERS, CAR HAULERS, ATV’S, WAVE RUNNER, CONCESSIONS TRAILERS AND GOLF CARTS. 404.436.67005749 N. Henry BlvdStockbridge, GA 30281autosbuydon.comAbove The Net Aces Youth TennisSpecial Photo: Above The Net TennisSince 2021, Above The Net has introduced nearly 400 kids to the game of tennis. While many of today’s youth grow up playing team sports like basketball and baseball, fewer are introduced to tennis, a sport many adults play well into their golden years. “We want to get kids on the court as early as possible and for them to realize the opportunities available, including college scholarships,” Mon-ica Johnson, the co-founder of the non-prot, explained. While tennis has a reputation for being expen-sive because it usually requires private lessons, Above The Net has set out to break down that barrier by providing more affordable group les-sons and clinics, while also offering assistance for under-served youth. Above The Net is not shying away from the little ones either and welcomes children as young as three to participate in a tennis for tots pro-gram on Saturday mornings. “We want to make the sport accessible, and we also want to help bridge the gap between their early years and high school since many are only introduced to tennis much later, as teenagers,” Johnson said. For more information on Above The Net, visit AboveTheNetTennis.org.

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58HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►Watering Can Mentorship Teaches Valuable Life SkillsHCPRD Maintenance Sta Spearhead Youth Mentorship Program Cristy McAbeeHenry County Parks and Recreation’s maintenance sta are pouring into ado-lescence in Henry County through a free mentorship program coined the watering can. This seven-week evening summer program for youth 12 to 17 years old teaches teamwork and trade skills, includ-ing craftsmanship, gardening, basic mechanics. The program was launched last year and has had over 50 kids enroll. “The goal is to instill skills into kids that they’re missing today,” Bryan Dixon, deputy administrator of park services, explained. “It’s all curriculum-based …. we teach everything from changing a tire to gardening.” This year, the watering can class worked with the county extension oice’s master gar-deners to develop horticulture skills, including identifying weeds and methods for yielding healthy crops. Each one planted and constructed their own vegetable garden and compost heap. The watering can has flourished into other programs including adult workshops and kids regis-tering for other youth recreation programs through the county. “Parents were starting to stick around with their kids because they were interested in what we were teaching, and that has led to a few adult workshops on a variety of do-it-yourself projects,” Dixon said. Not only are kids benefitting from the watering can mentorship program, it’s also bringing aware-ness to the variety of skill sets required to work within a mainte-nance department. “We’re the only organization, as far as we know, in the nation, that has developed a program that’s led by maintenance sta,” Dixon said. “The program has been a win-win for everyone involved; it’s helped kids develop new skills but has also highlighted the important skill set and vital role in the com-munity maintenance professionals h a v e .” Registration for the next sum-mer Watering Can Class will start in Spring 2025. Follow Henry County Parks and Recreation on social media to stay informed about important dates, and visit their webpage on the Henry Coun-ty website at henrycountyga.gov.

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60 HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025HENRY COUNTY PARKS DIRECTORYHAMPTONNash Farm Park 4361 Jonesboro Rd I 770-288-7300 Rental opportunities available, including Barn Center, 204 Acres, Carriage House, Gazebo, Walking Trails, Playground, Cultural Arts Theatre, and Corporate Pavilion North Mt. Caramel Park 307 N Mt Carmel Rd I 770-288-7300 Henry County’s largest public playground, includ-ing a fitness circuit, 129 Acres, .3 Mile Paved Walk-ing/Jogging Track, 2 Picnic Pavilions, 14 Soccer Fields, and Bark Park R.W. & Mary Lou Coley Park 79 W Main St. I 770-288-7300 40 Acres, 7 Lighted Baseball/Softball fields, Picnic Pavilion, and Playground LOCUST GROVE Tanger Station Park 2951 Tanger Blvd I 770-288-730014 Acres, 3 Lighted Baseball/Softball fields, Batting Cages and Playground.Warren Holder Park 301 Club Drive I 770-288-730040 Acres, 2 Lighted Tennis Courts, 3 Lighted Football Fields, 9 Lighted Baseball/Softball Fields, Handicap-Accessible, and Playground Area MCDONOUGH Alexander Park 300 Atlanta St. I 770-288-7300 12.5 acres, 2 Picnic Pavilions, Amphitheater, Play-ground Area, 4 Lighted Softball Fields, and Paved Walking/Jogging Trail Avalon Park 1045 Industrial Pkwy I 770-288-730020 acres, 2 Playground Areas, 4 Lighted Football Fields, Roller Hockey Rink, and Park and Ride Big Springs Park 64 Veterans Dr. I 770-288-7300 15 Acres; 2 Lighted Baseball Fields; .2 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track; 2 Picnic Pavilions; and 2 Playground Areas Bud Kelley Park 1605 Kelleytown Rd. I 770-288-7300124 Acres, 2.0 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track, 2 Shaded Resting Benches at Playground, 3 Picnic Pavilions, 5 Shaded Resting Areas Along Walking Trail, Fitness Area, and Playground Area with Restroom Facilities Franklin Rape Park 20 S Ola Rd. I 770-288-7300 4 Acres; 2 Lighted Softball Fields; .3 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track; Pavilion; and Gazebo Heritage Park i101 Lake Dow Rd I 770-288-7300 129 Acres; 4 Lighted Adult Softball Fields; .9 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track; 3 Pavilions; 2 Playgrounds; Handicap-Ac-cessible; Historic Village; Community Gardens; Library; Open Arena and Senior Citizen, Recreation Oice, Veterans Wall of Honor Veteran’s and Histor-ical Military Museum North Ola Park 365 N Ola Rd. I 770-288-7300 11 Acres; 4 Lighted Baseball/Softball Fields; .3 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track; 1 Picnic Pavilion; Handicap-Accessible; and Playground Area. Red Hawk Baseball Complex & Nature Preserve i143 Henry Pkwy. I 770-288-7300 26 Acres; .2 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track; 4 Baseball Fields; Gazebo; Handicap-Accessible; Pavilion and Playground Area. NP -39 Acres; and Remote Control Airplane/Helicopter Strip Richard Craig Park 125 S Zack Hinton Blvd. I 770-288-7300 39 Acres, Sunshine Field, 8 Lighted Baseball Fields, Pavilion, and 16 Tennis courtsRufus L. Stewart Park 143 Henry Pkwy. I 770-288-7300 Rental opportunities available. Basketball Court, Heritage Park

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61MCABEEMEDIA.COM►Picnic Shelters, Playground, and Walking Track Sandy Ridge Park 1200 Keys Ferry Rd. I 770-288-7300 34 Acres; 1 Lighted Baseball Field; .7 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track; 1 Picnic Pavilion; 2 Tennis Courts; 3 Soft-ball Fields; BMX Track; Handicap- Accessible; Gazebo; Outside Basket-ball Court; and Playground Area STOCKBRIDGE Clark Park 111 Davis Rd Stockbridge, GA 30281 11.8 Acres, 2 Dog Parks, 2 Picnic Pavilions, .75 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track, Exercise Equipment, Grills, Merle Manders Conference Center, and Playground Area Cochran Park 305 E Atlanta Rd. I 770-288-7300 20 Acres, .4 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track, Community Building, 3 Concession Stands, 3 Pavil-ions, 8 Lighted Baseball Fields, Batting Cages, Handicap-Accessible, Playground Gardner Park 268 E Atlanta Rd. I 770-389-7900, ext. 200 9.1 Acres, .3 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track, 2 Picnic Pavilions, 2 Tennis Courts, Grills, and Playground Area Hidden Valley Park i100 Spraggins Memorial Pkwy 770-389-7900, ext. 200 115 Acres, .3 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track, 2 Pavilions, 2 Playground Areas, 2 Tennis Courts, 4 Lighted Tennis Courts, 9 Lighted Baseball/Softball Fields, Amphitheatre, Gazebo, Handicap-Accessi-ble, Outside Basketball Court, and Senior Citizen Center J.P. Moseley Park & Rec. Center 1041 Millers Mill Rd 770-288-7311, ext. 200 179 Acres, 1.4-mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track, 4 Lighted Softball Fields, 4 Lighted Football Fields, Playground, Outdoor Pavilion, and a 27-Hole Disc Golf Course Rec Ctr- 2 indoor gyms, Indoor Walk-ing Track, Basketball Court and Rental Space that holds up to 50 guests Memorial Park 106 Jennings Way 3 Playground Areas, 2 Picnic Pavilions, Gazebo Space, Outdoor Basketball Court,Walking/Jog-ging Track, Handicap-Accessible, and Little Free Library Mickie D. Cochran Park 301 Banks Rd. 12.4 Acres, Football Field, 2 Lighted Tennis Courts, .3 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track, Outside Basketball Court, Picnic Pavilion & Grill, 2 Playgrounds Panola Mountain State Park 2600 GA-155 S 1,635 Acres, 2 Lakes, 4 Picnic Shelters, Event Room, Alexander Lake Pavilion, 5 Primitive Campsites, Amphitheater, Nature Center, Gift Shop, Playground Pates Creek Park 1309 Jodeco Rd 12 Acres, Practice Baseball Field, .7 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track, Outdoor Classroom, 3 Observation Decks, Playground Area, Pavilion ELLENWOOD Village Park at North Henry 750 Fairview Rd Ellenwood 12 Acres, 1 Practice Baseball Field.7 Mile Paved Walking/Jogging Track, Outside Classroom, 3 Observation Decks, Playground Area,Pavilion, Splash Pad Village United Park 1935 Panola Rd Ellenwood 2 Soccer and Lacrosse Fields, Covered Space for Outdoor Grilling, and Walking PathsAlexander Park Walking TrailNEWMAN WETLAND CENTERis located just outside of Henry County in Clayton County. A nature preserve owned and managed by Clayton Co. Water Authori-ty focused on environmental education. 2755 Freeman Rd. Hampton

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71MCABEEMEDIA.COM►-LOCUST GROVE-Abundant Life Church751 Dean Patrick RoadAnchor Community Church10 Cleveland StreetBethlehem Baptist Church643 Bethlehem RoadEagle’s Brooke Community Church751 Dean Patrick RoadFaith Baptist Church2417 Hampton Locust Grove RdFirst Baptist Church of Locust Grove2950 Tanger BoulevardGateway Pentecostal Church60 Ridge StreetGrace Baptist Church3000 Tanger BoulevardHarvest Point Church911 Simpson Mill RoadHeritage Baptist Church1843 Peeksville RoadLocust Grove Church of Christ240 Beersheba Church RoadLocust Grove Kingdom Hall1875 Peeksville RoadLocust Grove United Methodist Church211 Peeksville RoadLuella Baptist Church3164 Hwy 155 SouthNew Big Springs Baptist Church909 Luella RoadNew Bread of Life Christian Center3382 Jodeco RoadPhilippi Baptist Church2355 Old Jackson RdProvidence Indian Creek Church of Locust Grove: 2950 Tanger BoulevardRelevant Church4770 Hwy 42Shoal Creek Baptist Church99 M.L.K. Boulevard Unity Grove Baptist Church1129 Leguin Mill RoadWolf Creek County Line Baptist Church3352 Old Jackson RoadSpecial Photo: McDonough Presbyterian Church

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72HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►-MCDONOUGH-Abundant Mercy Christian Church1125 Ethans Way (Temporary Location)Acts Church of Henry County1181 Hwy 42 NAntioch Baptist Church11 McDonough StAvalon Church1467 Highway 20 WBethany Baptist Church4 N Bethany RoadCathedral of Hope Baptist Church209 Simpson StreetCentro De Adoración Familiar3707 Jodeco RoadThe Church at McDonough3171 Old Snapping Shoals Cleveland Chapel AME Church105 N Cleveland Church RoadCommunity United Pentecostal64 Old Griffin RoadConnecting Point Church124 South Zack Hinton PkwyCornerstone Bible Church180 Nail DriveEagle’s Landing Christian Church1748 Brannan RoadEagle’s Landing First Baptist Church2400 Highway 42 NEmmanuel Baptist Church3470 Hwy 42 NEncounter Life Church45 Mt Carmel RoadFaith Independent Baptist Church1099 Hwy 81 WestFaith Moving Ministries1125 McDonough PlaceFaith Presbyterian Church EPC1185 E Lake RoadFarguson Chapel Baptist Church1701 E Lake RoadFellowship Baptist Church3376 Hwy 20 WFirst Assembly of God338 Hwy 42 NFirst Baptist Church of McDonough101 Macon StreetFlippen United Methodist Church3707 Jodeco RoadFreedom Baptist Church838 S Antioch RoadGenerationz Church:5960 E Lake PkwyGlen Haven Baptist Church345 East Lake RoadGospel Outreach Church70 Stone RoadGrace Baptist Church4020 Hwy 81 EastHarvest Spring Ministries3706 Jodeco RoadHenry Baptist Church4035 Jodeco RoadHigher Ground Church of God In Christ1010 Premiere Way Ste 400 Life in the Spirit Full Gospel Church638 Dailey Mill RdKelley Chapel Baptist Church3351 Airline RoadKelley Presbyterian Church3637 Airline RoadKingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses1545 Hwy 42Life Church338 Hwy 42 NLighthouse Gospel Ministries 70 Dailey Mill RoadLiving Word Church185 Tunis RoadMcDonough Christian Church2000 Jonesboro RoadMcDonough Church of Christ400 Lake Dow RoadMcDonough First United Methodist Church151 Macon StreetMcDonough Presbyterian Church427 McGarity RoadMount Carmel Baptist Church of McDonough647 Hwy 42 SMount Carmel Road Assembly of God45 Mount Carmel RoadMomentum Christian Church305 Westridge PkwyMt Bethel Baptist Church633 Keys Ferry RoadMt Bethel United Methodist Church992 Mt Bethel RoadNew Beginning Community Church of God14 Sunnybrook DriveNew Covenant Church of God154 Jonesboro RoadNew Hope Baptist Church350 Hwy 42New Hope United Methodist Church1960 New Hope RoadOakland Baptist Church1005 Hwy 81 WestThe Ole Country Church2649 Hwy 155 NOzias Primitive Baptist Church3389 Hwy 155 NPeoples Baptist Church850 Mill RoadPhiladelphia United Methodist Church159 Philadelphia RoadPinecrest Baptist Church175 Foster DrivePrimitive Baptist Church520 Plantation RoadReaping the Harvest Outreach Ministries Intl172 Industrial Blvd.

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74HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►-STOCKBRIDGE-Abundant Life Born Again Church116 Hwy 38 EAgape Wholistic Life Changing Ministries2200 Fairview RoadBentley Hill United Methodist 584 Bentley Hill RoadBerean Christian Church171 Collier RoadBethel Methodist of Fairview Rd245 Fairview RoadBrushy Knob Baptist Church455 Gardner RoadCalvary Chapel McDonough35 Daniel DriveThe Church at Jodeco1290 Jodeco RoadChurch of God of Prophecy1534 Hwy 138 EastThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 3355 Hwy 155 NThe Church of the Latter Rain134 E. Atlanta RoadChurch Underground Ministries205 Cameron Landing DriveCommunity Bible Church2001 Jodeco RoadCommunity Church of Praise3851 Union Church Road SWCornerstone Baptist Church171 Collier RoadCrossroad Christian Church3545 Hwy 42 NEastside Baptist Church4010 Highway 138 SWEl Gran Testimonio de Dios40 Mays RoadFairview Church of Christ1048 Fairview RoadFaith Baptist Church348 Hwy 138First Baptist Church Stockbridge4566 N Hnery BlvdFirst Christian Church of Stockbridge 102 Valley Hill RdFlat Shoals Primitive Baptist Church2050 Fairview RoadFloyd Chapel Baptist Church104 1st StreetFree Holiness Church65 Armstead DriveGlobal Impact Christian Ministries125 Red Oak RoadGod First Breathrough Ministries115 Old Conyers RoadGrace Baptist Church2178 Hwy 138Hemphill Memorial Presbyterian Church633 Hemphill RoadHenry County Islamic Center625 E Atlanta RoadJodeco Methodist Church1500 Jodeco RoadKingdom Hall Of Jehovah’s Witnesses930 Flippen RoadJodeco Methodist Church1500 Jodeco RoadKingdom Hall Of Jehovah’s Witnesses 930 Flippen RoadKnight’s Monumental AME Church224 Red Oak RoadLiberty Baptist Tabernacle1410 Valley Hill RoadLighthouse Community Church615 East AtlantaLight of the World ChristianTabernacle Intl 5883 Hwy 155 NLiving Way Foursquare Church5295 Highway 155 NLord of Life Lutheran Church3250 Mt. Zion RoadLove Life Christian Fellowship Church 6047 N Henry Blvd Suite EMt. Olive Baptist Church 469 Mt. Olive RoadNew Hope Church of God1738 Fairview RoadNew St John Missionary Baptist Church1027 Thurman RoadNguon Song Vietnamese Church 3887 Walt Stephens RoadNorth Henry Baptist Church1093 Flat Rock RoadPhiladelphia French Speaking Baptist Church90 Springdale RoadPine Grove Baptist Church678 Stagecoach RoadRed Oak United Methodist Church3894 Walt Stephens RdRevival House of Prayer3540 Cameron PkwyThe Rock Presbyterian Church33 White DriveThe Spirit of the Lord Deliverance Ministries3230 Hwy 42 N, Suite EStockbridge Community Church4401 HWY-155 N Stockbridge First United Methodist Church4863 N. Henry BlvdStockbridge Presbyterian Church4740 N Henry BlvdTrinity United Methodist Church 112 Wilson AvenueUnion United Methodist Church4600 Highway 138 SWUnity Baptist Church75 Valley Hill RoadWay of the Cross Baptist Church1640 Mount Carmel RoadFAITH

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76HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►Healing and Guiding Women With Love, Encouragement, and ScriptureVWLAFor nearly a decade, Virtu-ous Women Life Academy (VWLA) has been empower-ing women to reach their full potential through a unique blend of biblical teachings, personalized en-couragement, and dedicated men-torship. This distinctive approach has seen VWLA positively impact over 120 women, including divor-cees, single mothers, and women with a history of incarceration. “We connect and mentor wom-en, especially single mothers and working women, through encour-agement, spiritual, emotional, and other types of support,” June Wood, founder of VWLA, explained. “We’re helping them to be successful indi-viduals, wives, mothers, and com-munity leaders.” VWLA was born out of a love for people, and the skill of help-ing loved ones discover their life’s purpose and path. Wood, who mentored relatives dealing with homelessness and life issues, knew there was a greater need for women struggling, witnessing first-hand many living in shelters while helping her loved ones. “I realized all of these ladies had varying reasons for being in their diicult circumstances, so that was how Virtuous Women’s Life’s Academy began,” Wood said. After helping many women fi-nancially, Wood realized that there was a greater and more compre-hensive need involving mentoring and partnerships that could meet other needs.

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79MCABEEMEDIA.COM►SENIOR CENTER DIRECTORYBEAR CREEK SENIOR CENTER56 McDonough St. HamptonThe Bear Creek Senior Activity Center is a community center for senior adults 55 and above who reside in Henry County. HERITAGE SENIOR CENTER1050 Florence McGarity Blvd McDonoughThe Heritage Senior Center is a multipurpose community center for senior adults 55 and over.HIDDEN VALLEY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER600 Spraggins Memorial Pkwy. StockbridgeThe Hidden Valley Senior Center is a multipurpose community center for senior adults 55 and over.LOCUST GROVE SENIOR CENTER280 Mose Brown Dr. Locust GroveThe Locust Grove Senior Center is a multipurpose community center for senior adults 55 and over.All of the Henry County senior centers offer a variety of activities and classes, health and wellness opportunities, educational pro-grams and perhaps most impor-tantly, the opportunity to socialize and fellowship with a wonderful group of people. There is no fee to attend the senior center. Some activities and classes have a cost share.The senior center cafeteria is open for breakfast and lunch. Breakfast is served from 8:30 to 10 am for $3. Lunch is served as follows: 12 to 1 pm on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and 11:30 am to 1 pm on Wednesday and Friday. The cost for lunch is $4 and includes an entrée, two sides, bread, drink and dessert. Items may be purchased al a carte.Georgia Department of Human Services - Aging Services Divisionhttps://aging.georgia.gov/55+henrycountyga.gov/310/Senior-Services

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81MCABEEMEDIA.COM Leonard and Opal Hud-gens met in 1948 at their church and were married on June 10, 1949, at the Justice of the Peace in Dallas, Georgia. That day, several other couples were in line to be wed, and the hopeful and anxious bride in front of Opal and Leon-ard was only 17 years old—the same age as Opal. “She came out crying, and we discovered you had to be 18 years old to be wed without parental consent, so my friend (who was with us) told me to just move my birthday back a year. When the judge asked for my birthday, I took her advice, and the rest is history,” Opal chuck-led. Both of their parents knew their plans of getting married, but they had their doubts. “They knew we were getting married but didn’t think it would last,” Opal remarked. Opal and Leonard spoke about one of their most memo-rable dates at the Lakewood Fair during their courtship. Opal, Leonard, and Leonard’s family attended the fair together, and Opal recalled a ashback of the two young jokesters on the Fer-ris wheel. “We came to the very top, Leonard and his cousin started rocking our bucket; it was so terrifying. I’ve never been on a Ferris wheel since; they both had me almost in tears,” Opal exclaimed while staring at her husband, who cracked a slight grin. “ Over the past 75 years, the Hudgens have experienced a life-time of fond memories, including unforgettable trips to Hawaii and Vancouver. The pair visited Hawaii in 1973, where they at-tended luaus, drove all over the island, and visited landmarks, one of which they were locked inside! “We went to the Punchbowl cemetery to pay our respects to those who had lost their lives during the attack on Pearl Har-bor and didn’t pay attention to a sign that displayed the time the cemetery closed. When we tried to leave to go out the gate, we realized we had been locked in,” Leonard chuckled. After locating the caretaker’s residence, Opal and Leonard were able to leave the cemetery. The Hudgens shared fond mem-ories of and stories of raising their three girls Scherry, Charlotte, and Sharon, each two years apart. Their oldest daughter Scherry was born just days before their one-year wed-ding anniversary on June 5, 1950. One of Scherry’s most cherished memories growing up was when her dad remodeled the entire upstairs of their home where the girls all stayed. “It was everything you could have dreamed of…. white and pink rose-covered wallpaper and three new vanities for the three of us. It was a labor of love, and when it was nished it was t for a princess. We felt like royalty,” Scherry said. Sharon reminisced about one Christmas when Eastern Airlines (where her father worked) had been on strike and money was tight that holiday season. “That year my mom was very creative and used her S&H Green Stamps to purchase our Christmas presents,” Sharon explained. “It was a great Christmas, my sisters and I each had our own play fur mink stoles, plastic high-heel slippers, a baby doll with a stroller, which I used as a go-kart racer, and a tea set.” Sharon, the tomboy added that her mom wasn’t too pleased with her creativity with the baby doll stroller. During the 1950s and 60s the Hudgens lived modestly like most families did and got by at times on a budget of ve dollars a week for groceries. The couple also rented for many years while they saved money to buy their rst home in 1957 for less than $12,000. “You got by on what you had,” Leonard said “I was making less than a dollar an hour when Opal and I rst got married and I had to work part-time jobs to make ends meet.” The Hudgens enjoyed their rst home for thirty years before mov-ing to Stockbridge in 1987, a city they still call home today. One of the darkest periods of their marriage took place in 2003 when they lost their middle daugh-ter Charlotte to who battled cancer for many years. “That was truly the saddest time in our lives,” Opal said. “Burying your child is the hardest experi-ence any parent can ever endure,” Leonard added. While the Hudgens have experi-enced many emotions and hurdles over seventy-ve years, they believe the values that have kept their marriage strong are their faith in God, their commitment to one an-other, and their own freedom and independence. Their curious grandson Shan-non asked them once how they had made it this long. And Leonard laughed and told him “We stay out of each other’s way!” While the pair believe inde-pendence is important, they also believe their faith in God is another essential component. Leonard and Opal have been members of Eagles Landing First Baptist church for over twenty years. When asked about one another they both believe the other one is the rock of the family. “She’s our rock and is always dependable and has kept our fami-ly steady,” Leonard said. “Hist integrity, trust, and de-pendability are the traits I think that most exemplify him,” Opal said. “I’ve always known he was the support of our family and that I could count on him.”

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82HENRY FACTBOOK I 2024-2025►As you approach retirement, understanding key aspects related to nancial planning, Social Security benets, and lifestyle adjustments are crucial for a smooth transition into this new phase of life. Nearing retirement age is a signicant milestone, and adequate preparation can make all the dierence in ensuring nancial security and peace of mind during your retirement years. Among the various consider-ations, maximizing Social Security income is a critical aspect that demands attention and strategic planning. One of the most important things to know as you near retirement is the timing of when to start claiming Social Security benets. While you can start receiv-ing benets as early as age 62, your monthly benet amount will be permanently reduced if you claim be-fore your full retirement age (FRA), which is typically between 66 and 67, depending on your birth year. De-laying your benets beyond your FRA can result in an increased monthly benet amount, up to a maximum at age 70. erefore, understanding the implications of when to claim Social Security benets is crucial in optimizing your income stream during retirement. Another key consideration is your overall nancial picture and how Social Security ts into your retire-ment income plan. Social Security benets are designed to supplement your retirement savings, not serve as the sole source of income. erefore, it is essential to assess your other sources of income, such as pensions, 401(k) or IRA accounts, and any additional investments, to create a comprehensive retirement strategy that maxi-mizes your nancial stability. Additionally, being aware of spousal and survivor benets is vital for married couples. Spousal benets allow a spouse to receive up to 50% of their partner’s Social Security benet, providing an opportunity to boost overall household income during retirement. Survivor benets oer nancial support to the surviving spouse aer the other spouse passes away, highlighting the importance of considering these benets in your retirement planning. Understanding the taxation of Social Securi-ty benets is another crucial aspect to consider. Depending on your total income and ling status, a portion of your Social Security benets may be subject to federal income tax. Being aware of how your benets are taxed can help you plan accord-ingly and potentially minimize the tax impact on your retirement income. Moreover, incorporating Social Security claiming strategies, such as le and suspend or restricted application, can further optimize your benets and maximize your overall retirement income. Con-sulting a nancial advisor or utilizing online cal-culators can help you determine the best claiming strategy based on your individual circumstances. In conclusion, as you near retirement, it is essen-tial to equip yourself with the necessary knowledge and tools to make informed decisions regarding So-cial Security benets and overall retirement plan-ning. By understanding the implications of when to claim benets, integrating Social Security with other income sources, considering spousal and sur-vivor benets, managing taxation, and implement-ing claiming strategies, you can eectively leverage your Social Security income to support a comfort-able and nancially secure retirement. Remember, careful planning today can pave the way for a more fullling tomorrow in your retirement years.Logan Lowrey is a private wealth adviser and the owner of Lowrey Wealth Managment. Navigating the Social Security Benefit MazeLogan Lowrey Fu ServiceCasualItalian Dining!Pasta Dishes I Fresh Seafood I Brick Oven Pizzas Calzones I Strombolis I Full Bar 770.507.4827770.507.4827993388 EEaagglleess LLaannddiinngg PPkkwwyy SSttoocckkbbrriiddggeeServing Henry County For Over 20 Years!The Italian OvenItalianOvenATLtheitalianoven.comitalian oven full page PRINT.indd 1italian oven full page PRINT.indd 1 7/10/2024 12:34:54 PM7/10/2024 12:34:54 PM