The Southern Belle Farm in Henry County, Georgia will be hosting the Corn Maize beginning September 19 and running through October. The design of this year’s maize (maze) will feature the face of the well-known and loved announcer of the University of Georgia Bulldog’s Football team, Larry Munson. Visitors to the Corn Maize will be able to enjoy a pumpkin patch, hay rides, pig races and a corn cannon. There will also be pedal-carts, or manually-run go-carts, for the kids. A Bluegrass concert is schedule for October 18 and military appreciation day will follow on October 25.

In 2007, Southern Belle Farm experienced over 13, 000 visitors to the Corn Maize. The farm also hosts educational programs throughout the year.

For more information, visit www.southernbellefarm.com

Residents of the Atlanta master planned community, Heron Bay Golf and Country Club, are just a short drive from this fall attraction in Henry County.

Luella High School Fastpitch Softball team defeated Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy 4-3, winning the Dan Wallace Invitational Fastpitch Softball Tournament title for the second year. The game was tied 1-1 until the 9th inning and continued to 10 innings before Luella was able to end the game as the winning team. Luella went on to beat Ola 3-2 to capture the tournament title.

Henry County students that reside in Heron Bay in Locust Grove attend Luella High School, along with Luella Middle School and Bethlehem Elementary School.

The complete article is available on the Henry Daily Herald website.

After nearly 2 years of construction, the $2.1 million facility is finally complete. The conference center is the first of many planned facilities in the 21-acre area. Other structures planned over the next 2 years include a senior center and a new public works facility. Locust Grove’s mayor, Lorene Lindsey was quoted in the Henry Daily Herald, “We’re just excited and we have big plans”.On Thursday, August 28 the Locust Grove Conference Center will host it’s first event. The Henry County Chamber of Commerce is holding it’s 5th Annual Toast of Tourism from 5:30 - 7 p.m.

The center will be available for conferences, meetings, banquets and weddings. (more…)

An article in the Atlanta Journal Constitution reported that last week the Georgia State Board of Education approved a $5,000 grant for Heron Bay Academy, a proposed charter school. Six other metro Atlanta groups also received the grant to gather applications for the charter school . In the past, the grants have been used to visit other charter schools and to consult financial, legal and education professionals. Click here to read this article in it’s entirety.

Heron Bay Academy’s proposed location is within the future Heron Bay Village located off Highway 155 just south of the main entrance of Heron Bay. Heron Bay Academy is proposed to open 2010 for grades K-6, pending approval this fall from Griffin-Spalding Board of Education, Henry Board of Education and the State of Georgia DOE. (more…)

Heron Bay, a premier Atlanta golf community and country club, is sponsoring an American Red Cross Blood Drive as a way to give back to the community. Visit the Heron Bay Lodge this Saturday from 10AM - 3PM in Locust Grove, just south of Atlanta.

Community Liason Committee member and resident, Diana Brown was quoted in the Henry Daily Herald, “There is a shortage of blood and there are a lot of accidents in the summertime”. She went on to say, “…It will only take a few minutes [to give blood]. By giving someone [the gift of blood], it will give them many minutes.”

The blood drive is open to the public and participants will be entered into a drawing to win a $750 gas card. To make an appointment to donate blood, visit www.givelife.org.

Click here to read the complete article, “Heron Bay makes an effort to save lives”.

On Mother’s Day, May 11, Heron Bay, an Atlanta golf community, was featured on the cover of the Atlanta Journal Constitution’s Homefinder section. Rae and Matthew Foster, Heron Bay residents, were interviewed and photographed for the story “Mom-friendly neighborhoods”. They were asked why they chose Heron Bay to be the location of their new home in Locust Grove, what type of home they built, the type of activities available for families and other questions regarding the amenities.

“We like the mix of people in the community,” says Rae. “There are quite a few retired couples and a lot of families with young children. There are always kids for our girls, Anna Kathryn, 2, and Madelyn, 7, to play with.”

Click here to read the article in it’s entirety. Visit www.heronbayinfo.com for more information on this master-planned community in Henry county’s Locust Grove.

Several residents of Heron Bay Golf and Country Club , an exquisite Atlanta golf community, are volunteering to help the city of Locust Grove raise money in an effort to improve the aesthetic appeal of the downtown area.

Locust Grove Better Hometown , Inc is a non-profit organization, which focuses on revitalizing historic downtown. Once Locust Grove was designated an official Better Hometown City in March 2006, the city government became eligible for state grants and loans which are used to help refurbish the city.

In order to raise additional funds, Locust Grove Better Hometown is hosting several fundraisers during 2008.

• Groovin’ In The Grove is Saturday, May 3 from 7pm to 10pm on the front lawn of City Hall. Tables of 8 are available for $250 and dance music will be provided by Party Time band.
• 2nd Annual Peach Stand Road Race will be Saturday, May 24. This 5K run will begin at the Peach Stand on Hwy 42 and meander through downtown Locust Grove. (more…)

Heron Bay Golf and Country Club is featured in the March 24th issue of the Henry Daily Herald. The article focuses on Minerva’s preservation of the wetlands, the communities numerous amenities, variety of builders and the availability of luxurious custom homes.

Heron Bay truly is a unique Atlanta Golf community located just south of Atlanta in Locust Grove. Offering an 18-hole Canongate golf course, aquatic center, as well as nature trails and parks throughout, this community has something for everyone.

To read more about Heron Bay’s focus on nature conservation and the Custom Homes Division, read the article online and visit www.heronbayinfo.com.

Recently Henry County schools acknowledged Read Across America Day. Local leaders and parents were asked to volunteer their time on Monday, March 3 in the 11th Annual celebration. The purpose of this event is to encourage students to learn and become proficient in basic reading skills.

This day takes place across the nation on or near the birthdate of Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss.

Heron Bay students that attend Bethlehem Elementary School in Locust Grove participated in the event.

The article is available in it’s entirety on the Henry Herald Online.

The Henry County Water and Sewage Authority not only opened the Upper Towaliga, Cole Reservoir but also opened the Tussahaw Reservoir on March 1st. This will get the spring fishing season started one month early this year. Fishing is permitted on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 7 a.m to 7 p.m. The reservoirs will also be open on various holidays throughout the spring, summer and fall. For additional information on permits and a full schedule, visit www.hcwsa.com. Read the complete story at the Henry Daily Herald Online

Both reservoirs are located in Locust Grove. Heron Bay Golf and Country Club is located on the Cole Reservoir and boasts stunning views of the water from their Lakefront Park and Pavilion, which will open this spring.

Visit www.heronbayinfo.com for information on Heron Bay and the Lakefront Park on the Cole Reservoir.