About 600 new jobs are now being filled for a massive Home Depot facility in Locust Grove, according to an announcement by Gov. Brian Kemp’s office last week.

  The Atlanta-based company is building three new warehousing facilities in the metro area, one of which is at 3150 Hwy. 42 in Locust Grove and totals 657,600 square feet. The Henry, DeKalb and Fulton locations are part of about 150 new facilities planned across the United States, a $1.2 billion investment that is expected to expand the company’s current same-day and next-day delivery options to 90 percent of the U.S. population. Georgia is a hub for the company’s Southeast supply chain operations and its national delivery strategy.

  “Henry County is thrilled to have the world’s largest home improvement retailer continue to make long-term strategic supply chain investments in our community,” said June Wood, chair of the Henry County Board of Commissioners. “Henry County has gained a solid reputation as one of the top sites for business locations and expansions. This location further demonstrates that our community is built for success.”

  Interested jobseekers are encouraged to visit careers.home depot.com for more information or text JOBS to 52270 for a link to apply to local positions.