EDC reports Fukoku investment, site work at Patriot Center and Commonwealth Crossing progress The Martinsville-Henry County EDC reported that Fukoku (Korea) purchased a shell building at the Patriot Center, plans 60 jobs and $19 million investment; site work continues for other announced projects, and Commonwealth Crossing Track 2 grading ($30M) is largely complete with state and foundation grant support.

Henry County is buzzing with new investments and developments that promise to boost jobs and tourism—are you ready to see what’s happening?

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Board rejects school request for $532,239 reappropriation; approves $6 million for HVAC and renovation projects After a long debate about carryforward funds, reserve policy and self-insurance solvency, the Henry County Board voted down a school request to reappropriate $532,239 for generators (motion failed) but later approved a separate $6 million appropriation for school HVAC and renovations funded by the 1% sales tax fund and a School Construction Assistance Program grant.

The Henry County Board of Supervisors has sparked controversy by rejecting a critical $532,239 funding request for school generators while approving a $6 million package for HVAC upgrades.

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Henry County supervisors adopt resolution opposing mandatory collective bargaining after state legislative update After a wide-ranging General Assembly briefing from State Sen. Bill Stanley, the Henry County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution opposing mandatory collective bargaining (SB 378 / HB 1263), citing fiscal and local-authority concerns; the vote was recorded as 5 in favor with 1 abstention.

Henry County supervisors have taken a stand against mandatory collective bargaining, warning it could threaten local resources and governance.

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Facing higher premiums and large deductibles, Henry County council creates deductible reserve funds Council members were warned of sharply higher liability costs and new large deductibles. After extended debate about single vs. department-level reserves, the council approved creating nonreverting deductible funds for several departments and asked staff to return with actuarial estimates and an ordinance.

Henry County's council is tackling a dramatic shift in liability insurance, facing increased costs and the need for dedicated funds to manage new high deductibles.

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Shining Soccer Stars is coming this Spring to Judge Wade Crumbly Mini-Pitch to host a free 6-week adaptive learning soccer program for athletes with adaptive needs!

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Henry County hears community plea on downtown homelessness; Compass Health outlines services At a Henry County Commission meeting, business owners and service providers urged coordinated action on homelessness. Compass Health described voluntary outreach, crisis response and housing placements; volunteers with Project Thomas said they have local capacity but urged a targeted facility and noted zoning obstacles for reusing the old jail.

Henry County residents are uniting to tackle the pressing issue of downtown homelessness, but is the old jail really the right solution?

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Henry County reviews ROVO bridge preconstruction, Lewis Co. start date and plans to notify townships before culvert cleanups County staff reported a preconstruction conference for the ROVO bridge; Lewis Company will begin work Feb. 9 and the county may need to extend contractor insurance. Road bureau chief Dennis Bowers said crews will notify townships with a two-week window to clear culverts before county crews step in and bill townships; he estimated about 40 culverts may need attention.

Henry County is gearing up for major bridge construction and a new plan to tackle clogged culverts—townships better act fast or face a bill!

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Public accuses Henry County commissioner of withholding lawyer identity in solar project dispute; commissioner declines to name counsel A public commenter says Commissioner Jake Bradley refused four times to identify an attorney he consulted about Beavertail Solar and chapter 100 matters; Bradley said he was 'honoring the attorney's wishes.' The commenter said they will seek records from the Missouri attorney general.

A public commenter is challenging Henry County Commissioner Jake Bradley for refusing to reveal the attorney behind his controversial solar project consultations, raising serious questions about transparency and accountability.

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Henry County reviews $5.9 million proposal for new animal services shelter, plans budget review Feb. 9 County staff and the sheriff presented preliminary designs and cost estimates for a proposed 11,065-square-foot animal services shelter to be shared with the city of Martinsville; presenters said the existing 1978 shelter is out of compliance and the board will consider the project during the Feb. 9 budget planning session.

Henry County is taking a crucial step towards a brighter future for animals with a proposed $5.9 million shelter to replace the outdated facility that has been struggling since 1978.

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Henry County schedules Feb. 9 start for Southeast 91st Street bridge; 90‑day timeline, $950/day liquidated damages County officials and contractors at a Jan. 27 preconstruction meeting confirmed plans to start work Feb. 9 on BRO‑4231 (Southeast 91st Street bridge), with a 90‑calendar‑day contract, $950 in liquidated damages per day and a change order reducing the DBE goal from 3% to 0%.

Construction on the Southeast 91st Street bridge is set to begin on Feb. 9, with a tight 90-day timeline and potential daily penalties – will they meet the challenge?

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Henry County commissioners approve Technology Park PUD after split vote After heated debate and public-opposition figures cited by one commissioner, the Henry County commissioners approved the Henry County Technology Park planned unit development (PUD) by a 2-1 vote. A motion to deny the planning commission recommendation failed for lack of a second before a successful motion to approve passed.

In a contentious 2-1 vote, Henry County commissioners approved the Technology Park development despite overwhelming public opposition, raising questions about the future of local governance.

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Henry County hearing exposes split over proposed 598‑acre PUD for tech park and data centers At a Knightstown public hearing, residents and experts contested a proposed Planned Unit Development that would rezone roughly 598 acres for a technology park. Opponents raised water, noise, legal and fiscal concerns while developers and unions highlighted voluntary restrictions, paid utility upgrades and local jobs.

A heated public hearing in Knightstown revealed deep divisions over a proposed 598-acre technology park, as residents voiced concerns about water use and noise while developers touted job creation and strict environmental guardrails.

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ACLU and EFF Sue a City Blanketed With Flock Surveillance Cameras “Most drivers are unaware that San Jose’s Police Department is tracking their locations and do not know all that their saved location data can reveal about their private lives and activities."

@ossoff.bsky.social I called both your office & Senator Warnock the other day. I'm not calling again. NO More funding for I C E. NOT ONE DIME. Also, why are there so many FLOCK CAMERAS in HENRY COUNTY, GA? It's ridiculous! Enough is enough #WakeUPGeorgia #HenryCounty
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Henry County awarded nearly $1.22 million lift to 2026 maximum levy; council plans rainy-day transfer for roads County fiscal presenter Paige said the Department of Local Government Finance approved a permanent increase to Henry County’s 2026 maximum levy of about $1,223,009, largely allocated to the general fund; council agreed to plan a transfer to a rainy-day line for bridges and roads and to take formal appropriations in March.

Henry County just scored a significant $1.22 million boost for 2026, paving the way for vital upgrades to roads and bridges!

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Henry County outlines 2026 property reassessment, projects large class‑specific value increases and details appeals process Henry County’s Commissioner of Revenue presented a completed 2026 reassessment that uses 2022–July 2025 sales data and a mix of cost and income approaches; staff cited projected increases (residential ~57%, commercial ~38%, apartments ~22%), explained how solar farms are taxed and outlined appeals and relief options.

Henry County's 2026 property reassessment reveals staggering value increases across the board, with residential properties jumping nearly 57%!

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Henry County sheriff reports large fraud probe, training gains and grant-funded enforcement Sheriff's Office reported calls and enforcement metrics for the period, described a cryptocurrency fraud investigation the transcript records as involving $232,150,000 allegedly stolen, and outlined training and grant-funded equipment acquisitions planned for 2026.

A staggering $232 million in cryptocurrency has been stolen in a multi-jurisdictional fraud investigation, with suspects linked to Chicago, Turkey, and Indonesia.

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Henry County commissioners debate PUD for tech campus, raise water, emissions and plan-consistency concerns At a Jan. 17 work session, Henry County commissioners reviewed an outline for a proposed Henry County Technology PUD that could allow a data center and other heavy-industrial uses; commissioners pressed for measurable commitments on water use, emissions monitoring and whether the PUD aligns with the 2018 comprehensive plan.

Henry County commissioners are raising serious concerns about a proposed tech campus, questioning its environmental safeguards and alignment with the county's comprehensive plan.

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Henry County staff: reassessment up ~40% since 2019; revenue-neutral rate would fall to about 37¢ County staff told the Henry County Board that assessments rose from about $3.8 billion in 2019 to $5.45 billion in 2026 (≈40%), estimating a revenue-neutral tax rate of roughly 37¢ versus the current 55.5¢ and noting budget pressures including a $2.7 million near-term debt-service increase.

Henry County's property assessments are skyrocketing by 40%, but what does it mean for your taxes?

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Henry County Board of Supervisors elects Jim Adams chair, approves 2026 calendar and bylaws At its Jan. 2 organizational meeting, the Henry County Board of Supervisors elected Jim Adams as chair and Travis Pruitt as vice chair, approved the 2026 meeting calendar and adopted the board’s bylaws; routine motions passed unanimously by 6-0 votes.

The Henry County Board of Supervisors has made pivotal leadership changes by electing Jim Adams as chair and Travis Pruitt as vice chair, setting the stage for an impactful 2026 with new bylaws and a meeting calendar!

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Henry County planning body approves rezoning, gives preliminary OK to Rumpke landfill expansion after sediment debate Henry County planning officials approved a rezoning request and a preliminary commission-approved use for Rumpke Waste and Recycling to expand landfill capacity, after extended discussion about setbacks, a nearby sediment pond and who would be responsible for its cleanup.

Henry County planning officials have greenlighted a controversial landfill expansion for Rumpke Waste and Recycling, sparking heated debates over environmental safeguards and sediment cleanup responsibilities.

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Prairie Township is one of thirteen #townships in #HenryCounty, #Indiana, United States. As of the 2010 census, its population was 5,517 and it contained 1,346 housing units.

Former state senator urges strict policy on license‑plate readers as public and sheriff clash Public commenters, including former state Sen. Adrienne Southworth, urged Henry County to adopt strict policies for license‑plate‑reading cameras; Sheriff Keith defended the technology as an essential law‑enforcement tool in solving crimes and Amber Alerts.

A heated debate in Henry County over license-plate-reading cameras sees a former senator advocating for privacy policies while the sheriff champions their effectiveness in crime solving.

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Henry County fiscal court approves first reading of major liquor-ordinance overhaul Cassidy read extensive revisions to the Henry County Liquor Ordinance to align local rules with state authority, removing numerous local requirements (fingerprinting, some background checks, 500-foot school/church restriction) and adding a 30-day grace period before revocation; court approved the first reading by voice vote.

Henry County just approved a major overhaul of its liquor ordinance, stripping away local regulations and raising concerns about state control—what does this mean for the community?

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Henry County schedules Jan. 19 public hearing and two work sessions on proposed data center PUD Henry County commissioners set a public hearing for the week of Jan. 19, 2026, to consider a proposed data center planned-unit development, and agreed to hold two preparatory work sessions; the board limited the hearing to two hours and discussed venue accessibility and livestreaming constraints.

Henry County is gearing up for a pivotal public hearing on a proposed data center, with plans for increased accessibility and community involvement!

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Planning commission certifies favorable recommendation for Henry County Technology Park PUD After extended testimony and questions about water, power, noise, roads and decommissioning, the planning commission voted 7–1 to forward a favorable recommendation for the Henry County Technology Park PUD (case 2285) to the county commissioners, with conditions discussed at the public meeting.

The Henry County Planning Commission just gave the green light to a groundbreaking Technology Park, setting the stage for innovation while ensuring community safeguards.

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Henry County Council approves forgivable loan program to attract NEO’s $7–9 million investment The council approved Ordinance 2025-5 allowing the County Redevelopment Commission to provide a forgivable loan to NEO to build in the industrial park, an investment estimated at $7–$9 million that the county projects will create about 50 jobs over five years at roughly $22 an hour.

Henry County just approved a game-changing ordinance that could bring a $9 million investment and 50 new jobs to the industrial park!

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Henry County approves restricted opioid settlement allocations to fund jail recovery program requests The Henry County Board of Commissioners approved use of restricted opioid settlement funds to support jail recovery assistance program (JRAP) requests and directed staff to preserve state correspondence and documentation for audit. The board also discussed forming an advisory board to manage settlement funds.

Henry County is setting a powerful precedent by using opioid settlement funds to enhance recovery programs in local jails, catching the attention of state officials!

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Zoning board tables Darul Koran Academy request after questions about school use, septic capacity and permits The Henry County ZAB on Nov. 13 tabled CU2503 (1609 Highway 155 North) to Jan. 8, 2026, after staff and the fire marshal flagged differences between religious, school and daycare codes, environmental health reported septic capacity for 60 persons, and neighbors questioned apparent operation without a business license.

The Zoning Advisory Board has postponed the crucial decision on a local religious facility's conditional-use request, raising concerns about its dual role as a school and daycare.

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