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| ISSUE# 059 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026 | HENRY COUNTY GA |
Good morning, Henry County!
☕ The coffee's ready, and so is the news.
Today, we've got two Georgia teachers being recognized in a big way,
A tax cut that puts real money back in your pocket,
A reality check on your grocery bill,
And some news that every Henry County grad crossing the stage this week needs to hear.
Let's get into it. 🦅👁️
Your Grocery Bill Isn't Lying to You
The government confirmed this morning that inflation rose 3.8% in April, the highest level since 2023, driven largely by rising gas and energy prices. Grocery costs also continued climbing, especially for staples like beef, coffee, fruits, and vegetables. For families across Henry County, it's another reminder that everyday essentials are still putting pressure on household budgets. Read more at CNBC →
Kemp Just Signed Two Tax Cuts. Here's What It Means for Henry County
GEORGIA - Governor Kemp signed legislation this week cutting Georgia's income tax rate from 5.19% to 4.99%, effective this year, with additional reductions possible in the coming years. The package also includes new limits on how quickly property tax assessments can rise. For Henry County homeowners who've watched values and tax bills climb, the changes could bring some relief. Read more at GPB News →
Stockbridge Pre-K Teacher Named Finalist for Georgia's Top Early Ed Award
STOCKBRIDGE - Kellie McCormick of Cedars Preschool at Hudson Bridge in Stockbridge is one of five statewide finalists for Georgia's Pre-K Teacher of the Year 2026-27. She was selected from hundreds of applicants by a panel of impartial judges, and each finalist receives a $500 cash prize from the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning. Read more at Henry Herald →
Georgia Teacher Wins Tony Award,and His Former Student Is Kandi Burruss
ELLENWOOD - Freddie Hendricks, a 30-year veteran theater teacher at Utopian Academy for the Arts in Ellenwood, just won the 2026 Tony Award for Excellence in Theatre Education. The award comes with $10,000 for his school, and two of his former students are nominated at this year's Tony Awards ceremony in June. Read more at GPB News →
Atlanta Just Got Named the #1 City to Start a Career. Henry County is Part of That Story
HENRY COUNTY - WalletHub ranked Atlanta the best city in the country to launch a career in 2026, topping 180 cities with strong entry-level job growth and a median household income over $90,400. For the thousands of HCS seniors walking across the stage this week, the best job market in the nation is right in their backyard. Read more at Atlanta News First →
Correction: In yesterday's issue, we noted that early voting closes "this Thursday." Early voting actually closes this Friday, May 15. The date was correct, the day of the week was not. Find your nearest early voting location at mvp.sos.ga.gov.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 13
In The Mix Networking — 1-Year Anniversary · 📍 Sweet Auburn BBQ, McDonough · 🕐 6PM–8PM · The Henry County Chamber's networking series turns one — bring your cards and your appetite, it's at a BBQ joint.
THURSDAY, MAY 14
Shades of Hunks – Ladies Night · 📍 Southern Roots Tavern, McDonough · 🕐 Doors 6:30PM · Early bird tickets are $14.95 — round up your crew before they sell out.
SATURDAY, MAY 16
McDonough Geranium Festival · 📍 McDonough Square · 🕐 9AM–5PM · FREE · Henry County's biggest street festival draws 25,000 people and 325+ vendors to the Square — if you go every year, you already know; if you've never been, this is the one to start with.
Joeann Compton Tennis & Pickleball Center Sign Unveiling · 📍 Richard Craig Park, 125 S. Zack Hinton Blvd., McDonough · 🕐 9AM · Henry County Parks & Rec names a brand-new facility — a quick, meaningful stop before the festival crowds arrive.
Bad Dad Joke of the Day 🤣
Why did the golfer bring an extra pair of pants?
In case he got a hole-in-one. ⛳ 🤣
That's the view from the perch this Wednesday.
Henry County has graduating seniors, award-winning teachers, and a tax cut working in its favor. Not a bad week to be here. See you tomorrow.
Stay sharp, stay local. The Eagle Eye Digest 🦅👁️
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