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A billion-dollar data center planned for roughly 400 acres was withdrawn after opposition in a Georgia city of approximately 13,000 people. That is not a typo. The proposed development would have covered roughly 400 acres, a substantial amount of land for a small Georgia city. I like how this story...
The Georgia Department of Public Health conducted food service inspections in Henry County on 11/09/2026. The following 5 establishments were inspected. 🔴 Grade U (Failing) = below 70 | 🟠 Grade C = 70–79 | 🟡 Grade B = 80–89 | 🟢 Grade A = 90–100 🟠 Grade C (70–79) — 1 location THREE DOLLAR CAFE — 🟠 74 (Grade C)• Inspected: 11-09-2026 • 1000 REGENCY PLAZA MCDONOUGH, GA 30253 • (770) 288-2025 🟡 Grade B (80–89) — 2 locations KFC — 🟡 86 (Grade B)• Inspected: 11-09-2026 • 102 HWY 138 WEST STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281 • (913) 469-1112GRANNYS SOUL FOOD — 🟡 87 (Grade B)• Inspected: 11-09-2026 • 1530 HUDSON BRIDGE ROAD SUITE 7 STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281 • (404) 641-9631 🟢 Grade A (90–100) — 2 locations DRIP THRU COFFEE — 🟢 98 (Grade A)• Inspected: 11-09-2026 • 50 HIGHWAY 138 WEST STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281 • (770) 337-0297PIEDMONT BISTRO — 🟢 100 (Grade A)• Inspected: 11-09-2026 • 1133 EAGLE'S LANDING PARKWAY STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281 • (678) 604-5124 Source: Georgia Environmental Health Food Service Inspection database. Data reflects food service inspections conducted 11/09/2026–11/09/2026.
The new 715,000-square-foot fulfillment center is expected to bring hundreds of new jobs to Henry County, officials say.
The Jonesboro City Council voted unanimously to hire a special council to look into allegations of misconduct by Mayor Dr. Donya Sartor.
Homeowners near a new apartment development along the Henry-Clayton county line say construction crews worked until nearly midnight last week, despite signs stating work must stop by 7:30 p.m.
STOCKBRIDGE — Concerns surrounding the Tranquil Trail apartment development resurfaced Monday as Stockbridge City Council approved a list of requested changes aimed at addressing neighboring residents' complaints. Stockbridge City Council voted 4-1 to approve a list of requested changes it plans to negotiate with the project's developer. District 1 Council member LaKeisha Gantt made the motion, which was seconded by District 3 Council memer Kyle Berry. Gantt recognized the residents’ voice during the council’s discussion. “There have been numerous emails. We've had a town hall,” Gantt said. “We've had the community come out. They came out today, and they've had comment after comment and they made it very clear. They say we hear them, but we're not taking action on or that they want some type of action to take place.” The motion included six requests: — Add a fence along the rear property lines before residents move in. — Install double rows of evergreen trees at least 15-feet tall. — Shield outdoor lighting and direct it away from neighboring homes. — Limit construction to clearly defined daytime hours with enforceable penalties. — Move the dumpster to the front of the site, away from neighboring homes. — Require all future
The Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy is building a new $47 million athletics complex funded by an ELOST, or Educational Local Option Sales and Use Taxes. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]. Construction on the project began in fall 2026. A groundbreaking is scheduled for Wednesday.
The Georgia Department of Transportation will close access to the Bouldercrest Road bridge over Interstate 285 for several days.
The City of South Fulton was asked to review security activity at a long-troubled community after notices were posted regarding evictions.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Georgia’s historic election season set the stage for another political first at the state Capitol on Thursday. The Georgia Democratic legislative caucus announced its nominations and selections for new leadership after last week’s midterms that saw Democrats return to a state House majority for the first time since 2004.
Some Rockdale County students could attend a different school in fall 2027 under a district proposal to combine five schools and redraw some attendance boundaries. High school zones would stay the same.
As unusually dry conditions drag on in Georgia and neighboring states, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has begun drought operations affecting dams along the Chattahoochee River, including Buford Dam on Lake Lanier. The Corps has limited the amount of water it releases from Lanier for months, according to James...
A message sent to parents, and a video shared to the Rockdale County Schools social media by Superintendent Dr. Stephanie Johnson says the district is considering closing and consolidating five schools and moving two magnet programs.
A federal court barred Griffin tax preparer Tanja D. Hollis from filing federal tax returns and ordered her firm to close.
The number of inmates receiving HIV treatment in one metro Atlanta jail has tripled.
The transition team will play a crucial role in building the administration. Their responsibilities will include assessing candidates' qualifications, leadership records and references for senior positions in the governor's office.
Photo courtesy of: The Avenue Peachtree City The Avenue Peachtree City today announced its lineup of free, festive events for the community to enjoy while holiday shopping this season. The center will kick off holiday shopping with a special Black Friday Giveaway, signature photos with Santa, a mall-wide festive celebration and so much more. “We […] The post The Avenue Peachtree City Rings the Holiday Season appeared first on The City Menus .
The Atlanta pastor praised Georgia's first Black woman governor during Sunday worship and defended the Black church's role in politics. The New Birth Missionary Baptist Church pastor praised Bottoms' decisive victory during Sunday worship, saying the election reflected voters' desire for different leadership and reaffirmed the Black church's tradition of speaking truth to power.
The family of a child who attended Raven’s Learning Haven Daycare Center in Atlanta won a multi-million dollar award from a Clayton County jury.
HENRY COUNTY — Henry County Schools is implementing a new literacy plan aimed at improving reading achievement across the district following the passage of Georgia's Early Literacy Act of 2026. Board of Education members unanimously approved the district’s Unified Literacy Plan at Monday’s meeting, six months after Gov. Brian Kemp signed the Act. Chief Learning and Performance Office Cleveland Johnson III presented the plan to the Board during the study session portion. “This Unified Literacy Plan provides a structured, aligned and research-based road map to increase reading achievement across our district,” Johnson said. Henry County Schools’ plan supports the district's goal of student achievement and readiness as well as its commitment to improving literacy across all grade levels. The Unified Literacy Plan includes five main points: — Early learning and readiness. — Adolescent literacy. — Screening and core instruction in grades kindergarten through third grade. — Family and community partnerships. — Teacher supports and accountability. Makenzie McDaniel, Board Vice-Chair, said he reviewed the plan. He highlighted how it features aspects implemented by the district before the legislation — intervention, MTSS-related items. McDaniel then asked Johnson what would be the effect if the Board did not approve this proposed plan. “If
