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The Eagle Eye Digest helps you stay in the loop on what’s happening across the Eagles Landing area and surrounding Henry County communities. From Stockbridge’s growing medical community to McDonough’s arts and culture scene, local entrepreneurs, creatives, and organizations are shaping the quality of life we enjoy every day. We’re keeping an eye on the people and places making it all happen.

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At its core, The Eagle Eye Digest is about connection. Helping neighbors stay informed, discover local gems, and feel more connected to where they live and work.

MCDONOUGH - Set to open in June 2026, Henry County’s new $55 million aquatic center in McDonough is expected to be a game-changer for local recreation and competitive swimming.

Funded by SPLOST V, the facility will feature a 50-meter indoor competition pool and a large outdoor water park, according to FOX 5 Atlanta. County leaders say the center will expand fitness and leisure options for residents while also attracting regional swim meets and other competitive events to the area.

The project follows years of planning and public input and reflects growing demand for high-quality recreational amenities in one of metro Atlanta’s fastest-growing counties.

Once completed, the aquatic center is expected to serve families, swimmers of all ages, and competitive teams across Henry County and surrounding communities. Officials say the investment will help strengthen community wellness, support youth and competitive sports, and enhance the county’s overall quality of life.

County leaders have described the aquatic center as a long-term investment in Henry County’s future. Click Here For More

HAMPTON — Student Alexis Lattimore, a freshman at Dutchtown High School in Hampton, has been selected for the Disney Dreamers Academy. This highly competitive program brings together 100 students from across the country for mentorship, leadership training, and career exploration.

For the Henry County teen, seeing her name officially listed as a 2026 Disney Dreamer made months of hard work feel real. She credits her acceptance to years of community service, student leadership, and her full commitment to everything she takes on. With strong support from teachers and administrators at Dutchtown High School, Lattimore says her school community has given her space to grow, especially through music.

Looking ahead, Lattimore plans to bring what she learns back to her local community and into her future college experience, while encouraging other students to dream big and take a leap of faith toward their goals. Click Here For More.

MCDONOUGH — A new artisan bakery is preparing to open its doors in downtown McDonough, adding fresh energy and handcrafted flavor to the local food scene. Sol Flour Café and Bakeshop, founded by Élan Washington and Chef Ty Washington, is moving into a permanent location at 70 Sims Street, McDonough, GA 30253.

Known for its small-batch baking and mobile coffee cart, Sol Flour has built a loyal following through thoughtfully crafted pastries, espresso drinks, and a warm, community-focused atmosphere. The café makes many items in-house, from syrups and specialty beverages to seasonal baked goods designed to bring people together.

Visitors can expect a rotating selection of pastries that has included brioche doughnuts, morning buns, pistachio olive oil cake, brown butter chocolate chunk cookies, and raspberry white chocolate macarons, alongside specialty coffee and tea.

Let’s give them a warm welcome and congrats!!!!

Sol Flour Café and Bakeshop
70 Sims St.
McDonough, GA 30253

Website: solflour.com/pages/our-story-sol-flour
Instagram: instagram.com/solflourcafe
Facebook: facebook.com/solflourcafe

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One of the most powerful plays ever written is taking the stage right here in McDonough.

The Henry Players Theatre is currently presenting A Raisin in the Sun, with a performance on February 22 at 7 pm. The landmark play has a legendary history, having starred trailblazers like Sidney Poitier, Ruby Dee, Ossie Davis, Phylicia Rashad, and Audra McDonald on major stages. Now, this story of family, dreams, and resilience is being brought to life by local talent from our own community.

Behind the curtain is the Henry Players, a nonprofit, volunteer-powered community theater founded in 1991. For more than 30 years, they have been entertaining and inspiring audiences from their cozy 200-seat theater on Hood Street, where every performance feels personal.

Over the years, the Henry Players has staged crowd favorites like A Chorus Line and Yes, Virginia There Is a Santa Claus, along with socially impactful works that spark conversation and connection.

The performers you see are your neighbors. Students, teachers, parents, retirees, and creatives who volunteer their time and talent simply because they love live theater.

More than a theater, the Henry Players is a creative home that keeps local storytelling alive.

The Henry Players
136 Hood Street
McDonough, Georgia 30253
📞 (770) 892 9906

Website: henryplayers.com
Instagram: instagram.com/thehenryplayers
Facebook: facebook.com/thehenryplayers

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