People First of Henry County will present a benefit concert Thursday, September 19 at 7:30 p.m., featuring Richie McDonald, lead singer of the country-music band Lonestar.  The event will open at 7 p.m., at the Henry County Performing Arts Center, 37 Lemon St., in McDonough.

  Up-and-coming Nashville singer and songwriter, Ryan Larkins, will be the opening act. Special-needs individuals will be admitted at no charge. All proceeds go to People First of Henry County, a nonprofit organization that provides free social events for the special-needs community.

  Tickets are $10 each and are available via PayPal at people firstofhenrycounty@yahoo.com or by calling Connie Dodgen at 770-946-3673. Checks can be sent to: People First, P.O. Box 806, Lovejoy, GA, 30250.