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| ISSUE# 054 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2026 | HENRY COUNTY GA |
Good morning, Henry County. Coffee in hand? Let’s go!
A daughter stepped to a microphone at her father's funeral and announced she's running for his congressional seat.
A new literacy law just landed that could determine whether your K-2 kid moves up to the next grade.
County commissioners approved a $30,000 pool safety program.
And this week, Henry County is showing up for the people who show up for us; Nurses eat free today, and teachers eat free tomorrow morning at Whataburger.
We've also got the history hiding in plain sight at Arabia Mountain, along with a full calendar of events.
Now let's get into it.🦅👁️
Congressman Scott's Daughter Steps Up to Run for His Seat
GEORGIA — Marcye Scott, daughter of the late Congressman David Scott, announced at her father’s funeral Saturday that she’s running for Georgia’s 13th Congressional District seat, which includes parts of Henry County.
Scott has worked on her father’s campaigns and fundraising efforts for more than two decades, and Governor Kemp has scheduled the special election for Tuesday, July 28.
In interviews following the announcement, Scott said she knows the district “better than anyone” and spoke emotionally about continuing her father’s legacy. See exactly what Marcye said about carrying her father's legacy at FOX 5 Atlanta →
A New Georgia Literacy Law, And What It Means for Henry County Schools
GEORGIA — Governor Kemp signed the Georgia Early Literacy Act into law yesterday, committing $70 million to place literacy coaches in schools serving kindergarten through third grade across Georgia.
The push comes as state data shows roughly 62% of Georgia third graders are not reading proficiently.
The law also strengthens early reading intervention requirements and expands literacy screening and support for struggling readers. See what the new law requires of Henry County Schools at Atlanta News First →
Henry County Just Approved a $30,000 Pool Safety Program
HENRY COUNTY — Henry County Commissioners approved a new partnership Tuesday with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Georgia to launch Operation Splash, a community aquatic education program focused on water safety and physical activity at the new Henry County Aquatic Center and Water Park. Kaiser is putting up $30,000 in sponsorship funding, and the county will run the program. With pool and lake season heating up, the timing on this one couldn't be sharper. It’s all here in the Commission Wrap-Up Report
Henry County Nurses, Today Kicks Off Your Week. Here's What's Free
HENRY COUNTY — National Nurses Week runs May 6–12, and if you work in healthcare, including the team at Piedmont Henry, today is your day. Einstein Bros. Bagels is handing out a free Bagel & Shmear today only with a valid work ID and any in-bakery purchase.
Through May 12, Chick-fil-A has a free original chicken sandwich available through the mobile app, Insomnia Cookies is running a buy-one-get-one for Rewards Members in-store, and Shake Shack is offering a free burger with any purchase. Most deals require a valid ID or badge to redeem. See the full list of Nurses Week deals and how to redeem each one at FOX 5 Atlanta →
Henry County Teachers, Whataburger Is Buying Breakfast Tomorrow
HENRY COUNTY — Tomorrow is your morning, teachers. Thursday, May 7 from 5 to 9 AM, show your school ID at any of four Henry County Whataburger locations and walk out with a free Breakfast Taquito, Breakfast on a Bun, or Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit — your choice. One per visit, no cost. Henry County locations: Stockbridge at 2135 Jodeco Rd, McDonough at 5895 East Lake Pkwy, McDonough-Hwy 81 at 855 Hwy 81, and Locust Grove at 4770 GA-42. Check out Whataburger for more details
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Arabia Mountain Has Been Keeping Secrets
STOCKBRIDGE - Most of us have driven past Arabia Mountain without giving it a second thought. Turns out, we've been missing a lot.
Images of America: Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area, released last month, is the first book ever written about this stretch of southeast Metro Atlanta, covering Arabia Mountain, Lithonia, Flat Rock, and Panola Mountain, including parts that stretch into Stockbridge right here in Henry County.
The stories inside are wild. Quarry workers who cut the stone that built the Brooklyn Bridge. Trappist monks in Conyers who marched with Dr. King. Civil rights heroes from Lithonia that most people have never heard of. Over 200 photos, many never before published, bring all of it to life.
The authors aren't outsiders. Jeff Dingler and Brigette Jones both work for the Arabia Alliance, the organization that stewards this land every day. Dingler has written for the Washington Post and New York Magazine. Jones is a Smithsonian-certified historian and one of Garden and Gun's 30 Southern Heroes. They know this place deeply, and it shows.
There's also a never-before-seen photo of then Senator John F. Kennedy tucked inside. We’ll leave it at that.
If you've ever been curious about the history sitting right outside your door, this is the book. It's $24.99 and available now at Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and arabiaalliance.org.
WEDNESDAY MAY 6
Mother’s Day Bloom Bar📍 McDonough Public Library 🕚 11AM–12:30PM Create a custom Mother’s Day bouquet
THURSDAY MAY 7
KB in Concert at Eagles Landing First Baptist Church 📍 Eagles Landing First Baptist Church · McDonough 🕐 7:00 PM Christian hip-hop artist KB performs live.
Evening Bike Tour at Arabia Mountain 📍 Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve · 3787 Klondike Rd, Stonecrest 🕐 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM · Free Guided evening bike tour.
Mother's Day Card-Making at the Library · 📍 Henry County Library · 🕐 Check event link · Free · Make a heartfelt handmade card for Mom before the big day.
Thriller Book Club · 📍 Story on the Square · 19 Griffin St, McDonough · 🕐 6:00 PM
FRIDAY MAY 8
Farmers Market at City of McDonough📍 162 Keys Ferry Street 🕙 10AM–2PM
SATURDAY MAY 9
Yoga in the Park📍 Locust Grove City Park 🕗 8AM All levels welcome
Move with the Mayor: Boots on the City Lawn 📍 Stockbridge City Hall · 4640 N Henry Blvd, Stockbridge 🕐 10:30 AM · Free Community Wellness Initiative hosted by Mayor Jayden Williams.
Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary Spring Fling 📍 712 LG Griffin Rd · Locust Grove 🕐 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Free to attend
Volunteer Workday at Panola Mountain State Park 📍 Panola Mountain State Park · Nature Center · 2620 Hwy 155 SW, Stockbridge 🕐 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM ·
Critter Fun Day at Noah's Ark 📍 712 LG Griffin Rd · Locust Grove 🕐 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · $25 per child · Ages 4–12 ·
Mother's Day Tea Party · 📍 Magnolia Tea Room, McDonough Square · 🕐 12:00 PM · Sweet treats, warm tea, games, and prizes — a charming afternoon out with Mom right on the square.
SUNDAY MAY 10
Mother's Day at Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary · 📍 712 LG Griffin Rd, Locust Grove · 🕐 Sunday, May 10 · Moms get free entry when visiting with a child
Bad Dad Joke of the Day 🤣
Why do cows wear bells?
Because their horns don't work 🤣
That’s your Wednesday Morning Brief!
A congressional race that started at a funeral. A literacy law that changes how your kids move through school.
Free breakfast for teachers, free food for nurses, and a $30,000 bet on keeping Henry County kids safe in the water.
This county's got a lot going on, and we're glad you're paying attention. See you tomorrow.
Stay sharp, stay local. The Eagle Eye Digest 🦅👁️