Tourists spent $225 million while visiting Henry County in 2013, the last full year for which statistics are now available, country tourism director Laura Luker told the Henry County Board of Commissioners at its May 5 regular meeting. That number does not fully express the total economic impact from tourism, she added.

Her presentation included a list of recent initiatives to boost tourism in the area, including a revamped web site, social media efforts and an app specifically designed for visitors.

Information: visithenrycountygeorgia.com.