| ISSUE# 079 | FRIDAY, June 5, 2026 | HENRY COUNTY GA |
Happy Friday, Henry County.
We don't cover hard crime as a rule here at the Eagle Eye. But this week a story went viral across the country that we couldn't ignore because it has a Locust Grove connection. It's not just a crime story. It's also a story about conscience, faith, and what happens when a person decides to tell the truth finally. 🦅👁️
We also have a hyper-local update on Lake Spivey, a national story about family finances that hits close to home, and a Weekend Eye that’s packed with local events like a gospel festival, film festival, and so much more.
Let's get into it. 🦅👁️
A Man Walked Into the Locust Grove Police Station and Confessed to a Murder
LOCUST GROVE - In August 2024, a 60-year-old man walked up to the front desk of the Locust Grove Police Department and told officers he had murdered someone in New Jersey in 1989. Thirty-five years earlier. He had been living in the area, attending a local church, and participating in a men's group. He said his faith led him to come forward.
Authorities launched a cross-state investigation and his DNA matched biological evidence from the original crime scene. Joseph Quiros-Soto was arrested last week and charged with murder. The story is now all over national outlets. We chose not to run it when it first broke because we don't cover hard crime. But this one is different. This is a story about what it looks like when a person's conscience finally wins. Read the full story
Lake Spivey Residents Still Seeking Answers on Development Buffer
STOCKBRIDGE - Residents around Lake Spivey are continuing to push for clarity on development buffer requirements near their community. The Henry Herald has the full story on what's at stake and what residents are asking for. Read the full story at the Henry Herald
Americans Are Draining Their Savings Right Now
GEORGIA - The U.S. personal savings rate just dropped to 2.6%, the lowest it has been since 2022. Americans are spending down what they have saved to keep up with rising costs. Groceries, gas, utilities — the pressure isn't letting up. Henry County families know exactly what this feels like. If you haven't looked at your budget recently, this week is a good time to do it. Read the full story
FRIDAY, JUNE 5
The Mostly 80s Band · 📍 Southern Roots Tavern, 15 Griffin St, McDonough · 🕐 8PM–11PM · Doors 6PM · $13–$97 · 21+ after 8PM · A full night of 80s hits live on stage at Southern Roots — the decade that refused to be subtle.
Family Movie Night – Zootopia 2 · 📍 Stockbridge Main Street · 🗓 Friday, June 5 · FREE · Stockbridge Main Street brings back outdoor movie night under the stars — grab your lawn chairs and blankets for Zootopia 2.
McDonough Storytellers Film Festival · 📍 McDonough Square · Friday & Saturday, June 6 · Two days of film screenings, panels, workshops, and live performances across Story on the Square, Queen Bee Coffee, Macon Street Tacos, and Southern Roots.
Friday Nights with DJ Jada Byrd · 📍 1942 On The Square, 3B Keys Ferry St, McDonough Square · 🕐 Every Friday at 7PM · The weekend starts early on the Square. DJ Jada Byrd brings the energy every Friday night with food, flowing drinks, and a vibe. No cover mentioned so call ahead at 678-586-5590 to confirm.
SATURDAY, JUNE 6
Neighborhood Garage Sale — Parkside of Eagles Landing · 📍 Corner of Eagles Landing Blvd & Hwy 42, Stockbridge · 🕐 9AM–5PM · Multiple homes, multiple finds — furniture, tools, home décor, clothing, and more. Come early for the best picks.
Fur Marshal Low-Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic · 📍 Claude Gray Park, 99 Frances Ward Dr, Locust Grove · 🕐 10AM–Noon · $20 for first 100 Henry County pets · Full package includes exam, rabies, microchip, and more — food trucks, free pet food, and spay/neuter vouchers while supplies last. Register at helpspayneuter.org.
Arabia Reads – Walk & Talk at Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve · 📍 Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve, Lithonia, GA · 🕐 10AM–11:30AM · FREE · Co-authors Jeff Dingler and Brigette Jones lead a guided walk through the preserve while discussing their new book Images of America: Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area — register at arabiaalliance.org
McDonough International Gospel Festival · 📍 Alexander Park West, 110 Jonesboro Road, McDonough · 1 to 8 PM · FREE · The 3rd Annual celebration of faith, worship, dance, and community. Live music, inspiring performances, local vendors. Bring your lawn chairs and the whole family.
Stereo Superstar – Hits from the 70s to 2000 · 📍 Southern Roots Tavern, 15 Griffin St, McDonough · 🕐 9PM–11PM · Doors 6PM · $18–$129 · 21+ after 8PM · Three decades of radio hits in one night — disco to grunge to early 2000s jams. The kind of show where every song triggers a memory.
For a full list of what’s happening in and around Henry County this weekend, check out The Weekend Eye.
Bad Dad Joke of the Day 🤣
Why did the cookie go to the doctor?
Because it felt crummy. 🍪🤣
Have a great weekend, Henry County.
The Film Festival is happening right now on the Square. Catch the sounds of inspiring gospel music tomorrow at the 3rd Annual McDonough International Gospel Festival at Alexander Park West. Arabia Mountain is calling on Saturday morning. And next Thursday, the aquatic center doors will finally open.
And don’t forget to check out The Weekend Eye for what’s happening around town this weekend.
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Stay sharp, stay local. The Eagle Eye Digest 🦅👁️