The Gunshot heard throughout the state: The Charlie "Goosey" Usher Story
The Chain Gang was a form of penal labor system that was historically employed in the southern United States, particularly during the...
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Apr 19, 20232 min read
PROFILE: GAIL POPE WELCH TALMADGE-NOTTI
Councilwoman Gail Welch Talmadge Notti, born in 1943 in McDonough, GA, to the late Cap and Cola Pope Welch, is a stalwart advocate for...
Jul 5, 20222 min read
The Weems Family: African American History
In 1821, as Henry County officially took shape, a surge of pioneers arrived, bringing numerous enslaved individuals from the Eastern...
Jul 5, 20222 min read
Weems Family History: White
The Weems family stands as one of the most venerable lineages in Henry County, rooted in the Southern expanse of the county within the...
Apr 8, 20222 min read
Here Comes the Judge: The Law in Henry County.
All Rise! This phrase echoes in courtrooms worldwide, resonating particularly in Henry County, where the oldest institution, the court...
Apr 5, 20222 min read
Freed People of Color in Henry County: The Curtis Family
In the historical tapestry of Henry County, the Curtis family emerges as a poignant testament to the experiences of freed people of color...
Feb 7, 20222 min read
The Great Depression in Henry County
The Great Depression cast its economic shadow across major economies in the western world, and while northern states in the United States...
Jan 24, 20226 min read
The County Poor Farm
In 1880, as Henry County's leaders recognized a burgeoning population facing impoverishment, including widowed mothers, struggling men,...
Nov 22, 20213 min read
Stockbridge
In the year 1826, a group of intrepid pioneers ventured into the northern reaches of Henry County, where they established a nucleus of...
Nov 19, 20212 min read
IGNORAMUS!
Long before the era of famed gossip columnists such as Louella Parsons, Hedda Hopper, Perez Hilton, and Matt Drudge, there existed a...
Nov 16, 20213 min read
The Town of Luella: An 83-Year History
Luella, a quaint community nestled in the south of Henry County, may seem unassuming when glimpsed from Hwy 155. Unfortunately, with the...
Nov 14, 20212 min read
The Lemon family of McDonough
In approximately 1820, Abraham Lemon and his wife Elizabeth embarked on a journey into the untamed wilderness of Butts County, GA. This...
Nov 11, 20213 min read
Question: What did Henry County's Early Government Look Like?
Delving into the historical governance of Henry County reveals a fascinating and intricate evolution. In 1821, at the inception of Henry...
Nov 11, 20212 min read
Chick-fil-A and Henry County: The Truett Cathy Connection to Henry County.
"My Pleasure!" – a delightful phrase that echoes the warm and welcoming experience initiated by Samuel Truett Cathy when he laid the...
Nov 10, 20212 min read
The Baptist Schism: The Spiritual Battle at Sharon
Established on February 28, 1824, Sharon Baptist Church stands as a historic institution nestled in the serene countryside of Henry...
Nov 10, 20212 min read
What's Cooking: Food in 19th Century Henry County
Delving into the culinary landscape of 19th-century Henry County unveils a stark contrast to the robust Southern cuisine we relish today....
Nov 9, 20213 min read
Jesse Mercer's, the founder of Mercer University, Connection to Henry County.
Born in 1769 in Halifax County, NC, Jesse Mercer emerged from humble beginnings to become a notable figure in the realms of religion and...
Nov 9, 20211 min read
The Sherwood Family of Bearsheba
Exploring the intricate tapestry of McDonough's history, let's delve into the fascinating narrative of the Sherwood family—a linchpin in...
Nov 8, 20216 min read
Chief William McIntosh
In the pivotal year of 1821, Chief William McIntosh, at the forefront of the lower Creek delegation, played a central role in shaping the...
Nov 8, 20212 min read
The Locust Grove Institute
In 1894, influential figures from Mercer University and the Flint River Baptist Association engaged in discussions about establishing an...
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