Jesse Johnson, son of John Johnson and great-grandfather of U.S. President Lyndon Baines Johnson, was a “first settler” of Henry County. He was a prosperous farmer, the second sheriff (1822–1835), and judge, before he moved to Texas.
Atlanta Motor Speedway is located in Henry County and hosts an annual NASCAR race and many other events throughout the year, including the 2021 Publix Atlanta Marathon, which moved to the Speedway premises.
Today, Henry County embraces cultural diversity as a growing vibrant education-oriented community with affordable housing and plenty of available retail space for new businesses. As a business-friendly community, Henry County welcomes all culturally inspiring residents and value-based businesses.
The State of Georgia embraces cultural equality, diversity, inclusion, equity and has many historic business-friendly communities. Georgia is rolling out the “Welcome to Georgia” mat to new entrepreneurs, new startups, business founders, new residents and more value-added businesses.
Business startups in retail sales, clothing, fashion, makeup, beauty, healthcare, legal, medical services, information technology, restaurants, online sales, cleaning services, beauty salons, barber shops, and new entrepreneurs are always in demand in a local growing business community. Shop Local! Buy Local!