🦅👁️ A $1 Million Win and One Last Day to Vote

TGIF, Henry County!

We made it, and it's the last Friday before Election Day. If you haven't voted yet, today is your final chance to cast an early ballot.

We've also got a $1 million state grant headed to a major Henry County road project, a downtown McDonough property up for bids, and a look at a new conference bringing local men together to discuss health, mentorship, business, and family.

And don't forget to check your inbox tomorrow morning for a packed Weekend Eye filled with things to do across Henry County.

Let's get into it. 🦅👁️

Early voting closes today, Friday June 12. If you've been meaning to go, today is it.

Election Day is Tuesday, June 16. Polls are open 7 AM to 7 PM. Both options count the same, but if today's schedule works better than Tuesday's, don't put it off.

A quick reminder: this runoff has something on it for nearly every registered Georgia voter, regardless of party. Governor, U.S. Senate, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, and more. Check your ballot before you decide it doesn't apply to you.

One more heads-up: your polling location may have changed since the May primary. Confirm before you go. Find your Henry County polling location here.

If you've ever been stuck trying to get from GA-81 over to GA-42 or GA-155, this one's for you.

Gov. Kemp and the State Road and Tollway Authority approved $26 million in transportation grants across Georgia this week. Henry County landed $1 million of it for the Airline Road Expansion project. A new one-mile, two-lane road will connect GA-81 at Old Jackson Road to Airline Road, giving drivers an alternate route through one of the county's busier corridors.

It's part of a 20-project statewide round of infrastructure investments. The full breakdown is worth a look. Read the full story at the Henry Herald

Maclin Williams started noticing something while leading a local walking group. Women consistently showed up to invest in their health. Many men did not.

Then his father died of heart failure at 59. One month later, Williams' son was born.

"That's my big motivation," he says. "To give more dads more time with their kids."

Tomorrow, the first Men's Health to Men's Wealth Conference brings that mission to life with a full day of panels covering entrepreneurship, fatherhood, marriage, and health. Local leaders including McDonough Mayor Pro Tem Jamal Burt are on the panels. The full story behind it is worth reading before you decide whether to go.

📅 Saturday, June 13 | 📍 97 Lake Dow Rd, McDonough | 🕐 8 AM to 4:30 PM | Free with registration via Eventbrite Read the full story and register at the Henry Herald

The City of McDonough is selling a city-owned parcel at 231 Macon Street, a short walk from the downtown square. Minimum bid is $10,000. Sealed bids are due by noon on Monday, June 15, and will be opened the same afternoon at McKibben Council Chambers.

If you've been watching what's happening around downtown McDonough, this one's worth knowing about. Full details at the Henry Herald

FRIDAY, JUNE 12

Strait Country – A Tribute to George Strait · 📍 Southern Roots Tavern, 15 Griffin St, McDonough · 🕐 9PM–11PM · Doors 6PM · $20 GA · 21+ after 8PM · Honky-tonk classics to heartfelt ballads — every George Strait hit performed live on the Southern Roots stage.

Friday Nights with DJ Jada Byrd · 📍 1942 On The Square, 3B Keys Ferry St, McDonough Square · 🕐 7PM · Every Friday · DJ Jada Byrd brings the energy to the Square — food, drinks, and good vibes all night.

SATURDAY, JUNE 13

Henry County Fishing Tournament · 📍 Nash Farm Lake, 4361 Jonesboro Rd, Hampton · 🕐 6AM–11AM · FREE to attend · Divisions: 12 & Under, 13–17, 18 & Up · Co-hosted by Georgia DNR. Register at hcprd.org or call 770-288-7300.

Men's Health to Men's Wealth Conference · 📍 97 Lake Dow Rd, McDonough · 🗓 Saturday, June 13 · 🕐 8AM–4:30PM · Ticketed via Eventbrite · Organized by Maclin Williams, this full-day conference covers four areas — mentorship, business, relationships, and health — through panel discussions and fireside chats designed to help men lead better at work, at home, and in the community.

6th Annual Summer Sunset Groove Day Party · 📍 Jason T. Harper Event Center, 95 Lake Dow Rd, McDonough · 🕐 Doors 5PM | Show 6PM–9PM · FREE · Delta Sigma Theta Alumnae Chapter Henry County presents The Red Sample, hosted by Ebonee J, with DJ 100K.

Gospel Fest: Tye Tribbett, Jekalyn Carr & Zacardi Cortez · 📍 VyStar Amphitheater at The Bridge, 4650 N Henry Blvd, Stockbridge · 🕐 8PM · From $87 via Ticketmaster · Three of gospel's biggest voices — rain or shine, no refunds, no umbrellas.

SUNDAY, JUNE 14

Atlanta Father's Day Craft & Vendor Market · 📍 Tanger Outlets Locust Grove, 1000 Tanger Dr, Locust Grove · 🕐 10AM–4PM · FREE · Last chance to shop local before Father's Day next week — handmade goods, specialty treats, and one-of-a-kind gifts from local vendors. Bring them along if they're game.

Guided Nature Hike with Arabia Mountain Naturalists · 📍 Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Center, 3787 Klondike Rd, Stonecrest · 🕐 8AM–10:30 AM · FREE · No registration required. A 2.5-hour guided hike led by knowledgeable naturalists.

Head to this week's Weekend Eye for the full rundown of what's happening around Henry County this weekend. 🦅👁️

Bad Dad Joke of the Day 🤣

What did the baby corn say to the mama corn?

Where's popcorn? 🤣

That's your Bird's Eye View this Friday.

Today is your last chance to early vote before Tuesday's runoff. Whether you're heading to the fishing tournament at Nash Farm Lake, attending the Men's Health to Men's Wealth Conference, or catching Gospel Fest at The Bridge this weekend, Henry County has plenty happening over the next few days.

And if you're still looking for more things to do this weekend, keep an eye out for tomorrow's Weekend Eye. We've packed it with events, entertainment, and local happenings from across the county.

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Stay sharp, stay local. The Eagle Eye Digest 🦅👁️