HCCC Member Press Releases
Henry County Chamber Celebrates 2026 Scholarship for Young Women Recipients
McDonough, GA — The Henry County Chamber of Commerce proudly announced Chandler Lewis and Sarah Grace Gilreath as the recipients of the 2026 Scholarship for Young Women, each receiving a $1,000 scholarship, during the Eighth Annual Women’s EmPOWERment Summit held March 5 at the Merle Manders Conference Center in Stockbridge. The scholarships were presented before an audience of business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members attending the Summit, a signature leadership event organized by the
Henry County Honors 2025-2026 Citizen's Academy Participants
HENRY COUNTY, GA — March 18, 2026— The Henry County Board of Commissioners honored graduates of the County’s 2025-2026 Citizen’s Academy program at the March 17 evening commission meeting. County Manager Cheri Hobson-Matthews and Deputy County Manager Kevin Johnson shared an overview of the program and presented certificates to the graduates for their successful completion of the program. Henry County Citizen’s Academy is a free program designed to help inform and improve participants’ knowledge about
2026 Teach A Child To Fish High School Fishing Championship
ABC Financial Group is proud to sponsor the 2026 Teach A Child To Fish High School Fishing Championship! ??Join Teach A Child To Fish! (TACTF) on April 18, 2026 at Lake Tussahaw for a one-of-a-kind event bringing together students, families, and the Henry County community—all while supporting youth education and leadership. This event helps fund year-round programs that empower local youth through outdoor education and life skills.There is a lot of money on the table to win! Please go to www.tactf.org to
Top Student Businesses Named at Henry County FLEX Finals
HENRY COUNTY, GA — March 2026 — The Henry County Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation proudly hosted the local FLEX (Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurship X-Perience) Round Three Finals, highlighting innovation, leadership, and the entrepreneurial spirit of local high school students. This year’s finals were hosted at Creekside Christian Academy, whose partnership helped create a dynamic and professional environment for the competition. Dr. Rodney Clark, head of school for Creekside Christian
Henry County Chamber Foundation Announces Top 10 Student Businesses for the 2025-26 FLEX Program
HENRY COUNTY, GA — November 17, 2025 — The Henry County Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation is proud to announce the Top 10 student companies selected for the 2025-2026 FLEX (Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurial X-perience) program. Round 1 of the competition, a blind review of student business plans conducted by local business and community leaders, has officially concluded, and the following student businesses have advanced:Aerial WorxCharmed by CoriyahDough BeautyMaestroMuscle MetrixPocket
SCTC Child Care Business and Entrepreneurship Lab Launching June 2025
Griffin, Georgia – January 28, 2025 – Aspiring childcare entrepreneurs are invited to join the Southern Crescent Technical College (SCTC) Child Care Business and Entrepreneurship Lab, a transformative six-month cohort-based program starting in June 2025. This intensive program equips participants with the tools, knowledge, and resources needed to launch a high-quality childcare business successfully. Offering a comprehensive blueprint for building financially viable businesses, the program guides
