Family Entertainment in Atlanta

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Entertaining shows and activities for families of varying interests are provided in Atlanta for all to enjoy. Families can have educational experiences on a tour of one of Atlanta’s studios or factories, cultural explorations at a festival or theatre, and outdoor adventures at a park or zoo. Below are some of the major family attractions in Atlanta and websites to find out more information.

 

Amicalola Falls State Park

www.gastateparks.org

(706) 265-4703

Atlanta Botanical Garden

www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org

(404) 876-5859

Atlanta History Center

www.atlantahistorycenter.com

(404) 814-4000

Atlantic Station

www.atlanticstation.com

(404) 733-1221

Cagle’s Dairy Farm

www.caglesdairy.com

(770) 345-5591

Callaway Gardens

www.callawayonline.com

(800) 225-5292

Centennial Olympic Park

www.centennialpark.com

(404) 223-4412

Center for Puppetry Arts

www.puppet.org

(404) 873-3391

Chattahoochee Nature Center

www.chattnaturecenter.com

(770) 992-2055

CNN Studio Tour

www.cnn.com

(404) 827-2300

Fernbank Museum of Natural History and IMAX Theatre

www.fernbankmuseum.org

(404) 929-6300

The Foam Factory

www.whitewaterpark.com

(770) 424-9283

Georgia Aquarium

www.georgiaaquarium.org

(404) 581-400

Georgia Renaissance Festival

www.garenfest.com

(770) 964-8575

Georgia World Congress Center

www.gwcc.com

(404) 223-4000

High Museum of Art

www.high.org

(404) 733-4444

Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta

www.childrensmuseumatlanta.org

(404)659-KIDS [5437]

Jimmy Carter Library and Museum

www.jimmycarterlibrary.gov

(404) 865-7100

Kangaroo Conservation Center

www.kangaroocenter.com

(706) 265-6100

Lake Lanier Islands

www.lakelanierislands.com

(770) 945-8787

Marietta Theatre in the Square

www.theatreinthesquare.com

(770) 422-8369

Margaret Mitchell House

www.margaretmitchellhouse.com

(404) 249-7015

Medieval Times

www.medievaltimes.com

1-866-543-9637

Off Broadway Dance Children’s Theatre

www.offbroadwaydance.com

(770) 664-2410

Piedmont Park

www.piedmontpark.org

Red Door Playhouse

reddoorplayhouse.com

(770) 649-9994

Roswell Ghost Tour

www.roswellghosttour.com

(770) 649-9922

Six Flags Over Georgia

www.sixflags.com

(770) 948-9290

Stone Mountain Park

www.stonemountainpark.com

(770) 498-5690

Tanglewood Farm

www.tanglewoodfarmminiatures.com

(770) 667-6464

Underground Atlanta

www.underground-atlanta.com

(404) 523-2311

WhirleyBall Atlanta

www.whirlyballatlanta.com

(770) 998-6161

Whole World Improv Theater

www.wholeworldtheatre.com

(404) 817-7529

World of Coca-Cola Tour

www.worldofcoca-cola.com

(404) 676-5151

Yellow River Game Ranch

www.yellowrivergameranch.com

(770) 972-6642

Zoo Atlanta

www.zooatlanta.org

(404) 624-9453

Higher Education in Atlanta

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Atlanta is one of the leading cities in the U.S. for higher education. Two universities in Atlanta, Emory University and the Georgia Institute of Technology, are ranked in the top 50 universities in the country. There are 20 higher education institutions in the Atlanta region that offer a wide variety of degrees in areas such as art, medicine, and technology.

Below is contact information about the main higher education universities in the Atlanta area.

AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE
(404) 471-6000           
www.agnesscott.edu

THE ATLANTA UNIVERSITY COMPLEX
Clark Atlanta University
(404) 880-8000
www.cau.edu

Spelman College
(404) 681-3643
www.spelman.edu

Morehouse College
(404) 681-2800
www.morehouse.edu

CLAYTON STATE UNIVERSITY
(678) 466-4000
www.clayton.edu

EMORY UNIVERSITY
(404) 727-6123
www.emory.edu

GEORGIA PERIMETER COLLEGE
www.gpc.edu

Alpharetta Campus
678-240-6000

Clarkston Campus
678-891-3200

Decatur Campus
678-891-2300

Dunwoody Campus
770-274-5000

Lawrenceville Campus
678-407-5212

Newton Campus
770-278-1200

GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
(404) 894-2000
www.gatech.edu

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
(404) 413-2000
www.gsu.edu

KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
(770) 423-6000
www.kennesaw.edu

MERCER UNIVERSITY
(478) 301-2700
www.mercer.edu

OGLETHORPE UNIVERSITY
(404) 261-1441
www.oglethorpe.edu

SOUTHERN POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY
(678) 915-7778
www.spsu.edu

THE UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
(706) 542-3000
www.uga.edu

 

Private Schools in Atlanta

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Atlanta City Private Schools

Atlanta Girls’ School
(404) 845-0900
www.atlantagirlsschool.org

Atlanta International School
(404) 841-3840
www.aischool.org

Atlanta School, The
(404) 688-9550
www.theatlantaschool.com

Atlanta Speech School
(404) 233-5332
www.atlantaspeechschool.org

Christ the King School
(404) 233-0383
www.christking.org

Donnellan School, The
(404) 255-0900
www.donnellan.org

Galloway School, The
(404) 252-8389          
www.gallowayschool.org

Holy Spirit Preparatory School
(678) 904-2811
www.holyspiritprep.org

Lovett School, The
(404) 262-3032
www.lovett.org

Mt. Vernon Presbyterian School
(404) 252-3448
www.mountvernonschool.org

Pace Academy
(404) 262-1345        
www.paceacademy.org

St. Martin’s Episcopal School
(404) 237-4260        
www.stmartinschool.org

Westminster Schools, The
(404) 355-8673
www.westminster.net

Woodward Academy
(404) 765-4000
www.woodward.edu

Woodward Academy is metro Atlanta’s long-proven college-preparatory independent school for families who want the certainty of more complete preparation for college and life. Tapping into more than a century of educational wisdom, Woodward transforms each student’s experience into a tangible opportunity for learning and growth. Woodward students develop a deep respect for difference as they collaborate with others who come from 23 metro Atlanta counties, and from a broad array of religious, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. Because of the Woodward experience, Academy graduates are notably confident and well-prepared as they enter the complex and evolving world.

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Cherokee County Private Schools

American Heritage Academy
(770) 926-7779
www.ahacademy.com

Cherokee Christian School
(678) 494-5464             
www.cherokeechristian.org

Community Christian School
(770) 479-9535
www.ccscanton.org

Harvest Baptist School
(770) 974-9091
www.harvestbaptistschool.org

Cobb County Private Schools

Atlanta Classical Christian Academy
(770) 874-8885
www.atlantaclassicalchristian.org

Covenant Christian School
(770) 435-1596
www.ccmmarietta.org

East Cobb Christian School
(770) 565-0881
www.eccs.org/

First Baptist Christian School
(770) 422-3254                
www.fbcskennesaw.com

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy
(770) 971-0245
www.mtbethelchristian.org
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Shiloh Hills Christian School
(770) 926-7729
www.shilohhills.com/school

Walker School (The)
(770) 427-2689
www.thewalkerschool.org

Dekalb County Private Schools

Atlanta North School of SDA
(770) 512-8456
www.atlantanorthschool.com

Benjamin Franklin Academy
(404) 633-7404                 
www.benfranklinacademy.org

Green Forest Christian Academy
(404) 286-0479
www.greenforestacademy.org

Horizons School
(404) 378-2219                  
www.horizonsschool.com

Mt. Carmel Christian School
(770) 279-8443
www.mccsch.org

St. Martin’s Episcopal School
(404) 237-4260                   
www.stmartinschool.org

St. Peter Regional Catholic School
(404) 241-3063
www.spc-school.org

Waldorf School of Atlanta (The)
(404) 377-1315
www.waldorfatlanta.org

Forsyth County Private Schools

Cornerstone Schools
(770) 205-8202
www.cornerstonesch.com

Covenant Christian Academy
(770) 674-2990
www.covenantrams.org

Ivy League Montessori School
(770) 781-5586                  
www.ilmsnet.com

Lakeview Academy
(770) 532-4383
www.lakeviewacademy.com

Pinecrest Academy
(770) 888-4477
www.pinecrestacademy.org

Fulton County Private Schools

Alpharetta International Academy
(770) 475-0558                 
www.aiamontessori.com

Atlanta Academy, The
(404) 252-9555
www.atlantaacademy.com

Bedford School (The)
(770) 774-8001
www.thebedfordschool.org

Blessed Trinity Catholic High School
(678) 277-9083                 
www.btcatholic.org

Cottage School (The)
(770) 641-8688
www.cottageschool.org

Donnellan School, The
(404) 255-0900               
www.donnellan.org

Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School
(404) 255-4026
www.hies.org

Holy Redeemer Catholic School
(770)410-4056
http://www.hrcatholicschool.org

Landmark Christian
(770) 306-0967                 
www.landmarkchristianschool.org

Mill Springs Academy
(770) 360-1336                 
www.millsprings.org

St. Francis Day School
(770) 641-8257                
www.stfranschool.com

Trinity School
(404) 231-8100
www.trinityatl.org

Queen of Angels Catholic School
(770)518-1804
www.qaschool.org

Gwinnett County Private Schools

Collins Hill Christian School
(770) 962-0642                 
www.chcscrusaders.org

Hebron Christian Academy
(770) 962-5423
www.hebronlions.org

Hopewell Christian Academy
(770) 903-3387
www.hopewelleagles.org

Killian Hill Christian School
(770) 921-3224                  
www.khcs.org

Perimeter Christian School
(770) 582-6680
www.perimeterschool.org

Providence Christian Academy
(770) 279-7200                  
www.providencechristianacademy.org

St. John Neumann Catholic
(770) 381-0557
www.sjnrcs.org

Wesleyan School
(770) 448-7640
www.wesleyanschool.org

 

 

A great place to do business

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Atlanta is ranked among the top cities in the world for business climate and is ranked fourth in the United States for the number of Fortune 500 companies that are headquartered within city limits, only behind New York City, Houston, and Dallas. The metro area headquarters many major national and international companies, including ten Fortune 500 companies: Home Depot, Coca-Cola, United Parcel Service, Delta Air Lines, Southern, Genuine Parts, First Data, SunTrust Banks, Coca-Cola Enterprises, and Newell Rubbermaid.

Many other major companies have their headquarters in metro Atlanta including Chick-fil-a, Earthlink, Oxford Industries, RaceTrac Petroleum, and Waffle House. Over 75 percent of Fortune 1000 companies have a presence in metro Atlanta. Atlanta is ranked in the top ten largest CyberCities (high-tech centers) in the United States, with over 100,000 high-tech jobs.

There is a growing biotechnology district in Atlanta. Biotechnology has gained recognition through events such as the 2009 BIO International Convention in Atlanta. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission II is also headquartered in Atlanta.

Atlanta has a large financial region. SunTrust Bank, one of the largest bank chains in the U.S.,  is headquartered in downtown Atlanta. Atlanta also has a district for the headquarters of the Federal Reserve System, known as the Federal Bank Reserve of Atlanta.

Atlanta is a hub for major cable television programming. Turner Broadcasting System was started in Atlanta by Ted Turner. Turner founded the headquarters of the Cable News Network at the CNN Center. The company expanded to include Cartoon Network, Boomerang, Turner South, TNT, CNN International, and Turner Classic Movies. The ever-popular Weather Channel was started in Cobb County in the early ‘80s.

There are many modes of transportation for the business community. A majority of people commute from the outskirts of the city. Multiple Interstate Highways run through Atlanta such as I-75, I-85, and I-20. For those who wish to bypass the city, I-285 provides an accessible bypass route. The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) provides affordable transportation for those who want public transit.

Quality of life

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The Atlanta metropolitan area has consistently ranked high in overall quality of life when compared to other cities in the county. Location has always been key in Atlanta’s history and today it is no different. Served by one of the world’s busiest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson International, one can reach eighty percent of the U.S. population within two hours.

The cost of living in Atlanta is favorable when compared to other major cities in the country. The value of buying a home in Atlanta is high, this is especially apparent compared with other major cities such as New York City, Miami, and Chicago. The average annual salary earned is higher than the national average—another important factor to include when comparing the cost of living.

Educators and administrators continually strive to provide the best education possible for the students. In May of 2010, former Governor Sonny Perdue signed Senate Bill 84 into law, which gives Georgia the most comprehensive reform legislation in the country. Atlanta has numerous elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as charter, alternative, and community schools. Atlanta also has a multitude of renowned private schools including The Westminster Schools, which have the largest endowment out of all the non-boarding schools in the United States. Atlanta has many world renowned universities including the Georgia Institute of Technology, Emory University, and Georgia State University.

Atlanta has many landmarks that fulfill cultural and inquisitive interests. Attractions for lovers of the arts include The High Museum of Art, The Atlanta Ballet, The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and the Alliance Theater. Atlanta also has the Georgia Shakespeare Festival that draws in literature buffs The Fox Theatre and the Civic Center provide = entertainment for all types of audiences. There are also many live music venues, art galleries, and comedy clubs.

Entertainment and historical attractions such as the Fernbank Natural History Museum, the Carter Presidential Center, the Atlanta Botanical Gardens, the Coca-Cola Factory, the Atlanta Aquarium, and Zoo Atlanta offer entertainment and education for individuals, couples, and families of all types.

For the adventurous type day trips and outdoor activities are plentiful. Whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River is only two hours away, hiking at Stone Mountain or Kennesaw Mountain is merely thirty minutes away, and swimming in the Atlantic Ocean is just four hours away. The city of Atlanta offers outdoor activities such as walking through Centennial Olympic Park in the summer, ice skating in the park in the winter, jogging through the 189-acres of Piedmont Park, and golfing at one of the many courses.

The vast array of options for dining in Atlanta allow for palates of every kind to be satisfied. There are thousands of restaurants in the metro Atlanta area that range from simple and affordable to gourmet and classy. Atlanta not only offers cuisine from every major U.S. region, but also from regions in every continent. Atlanta residents have options ranging from colorful Moroccan cuisine to flavorful Cuban cuisine to good home Southern cooking.

The nightlife in Atlanta is continually flourishing with activity. There are many lively bars including the Buckhead Saloon, the Peachtree Tavern, and Flip Flops. Atlanta has many night clubs including Opera, Club Europe, and the Masquerade. These bars and clubs often provide live music or a mixture of contemporary and classic popular music.

Professional sports events are played year-round. Atlanta is home to football’s Atlanta Falcons, baseball’s Atlanta Braves, hockey’s Atlanta Thrashers, and basketball’s Atlanta Hawks. The cutting-edge facilities that host these events are the Philips Arena, the Georgia Dome, and Turner Field. These facilities have also hosted the World Series, Super Bowls, NCAA Regional and Final Four basketball tournaments, the Peach Bowl, Major League Baseball’s All Star Game, and the SEC Championship Game.

Overall, Atlanta offers a quality of life that is competitive, if not superior, to many cities in the U.S. There are many attractions and activities for people of all ages and varying interests. Atlanta has a solid foundation and the people of Atlanta continually strive to make it an even better place to live.

Rockdale County Information

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Welcome to Rockdale County

Since Rockdale County is the second smallest county in Georgia, it has a nice small community atmosphere while being only 24 miles away from Atlanta. The county is ideal for raising a family because the government is dedicated to providing a safe and wholesome environment. Many recreational activities draw in residents and visitors. The Georgia International Horse Park is in Conyers, and the 1996 Olympic Equestrian events were held there. The Smyrna Campground is a great place for family fun and old-fashioned camp meetings. Rockdale County is an excellent place to settle down because of all it has to offer, and because of the close proximity to Atlanta for commuting or recreation.

County Seat
Conyers

County Population
85,215

Millage Rates (uninc.)
15.33

Median Home Price
$139,000

Municipalities
Conyers

 

MUNICIPALITIES

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Conyers is the county’s only municipality and the center of its commercial development, which is mostly concentrated along Interstate 20. Incorporated in 1854, Conyers has a strong core of residential support for its educational and cultural activities including acclaimed community theater and choral music. Housing is extremely affordable in relation to other close-in counties, even as new construction increases inside the city limits. The downtown area, the old jailhouse and the Dial Mill are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also located in Conyers is The Georgia International Horse Park, which was the site of the equestrian events during the 1996 Olympic games.

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COUNTY OFFICES

Main Contact Information

www.rockdalecounty.org  |  (770) 929-4000

Animal Control  |  (770) 278-8403

Business License  |  (770) 278-7100

County Tax Commissioner  Dan Ray  |  (770) 278-7600

County Extension Office  |  (770) 278-7373

Driver’s License  |  (678) 413-8400

Sheriff’s Office  |  (770) 278-8000

Voter Registration  |  (770) 278-7333

 

ALL EMERGENCIES

DIAL 911

Fire and Emergency Services  |  (770) 278-8401  |  (770) 278-7100

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Georgia Power  |  (404) 506-6526

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Atlanta Gas Light  |  (404) 210-7534

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Water & Sewer

Rockdale County Water Resource  |  (770) 278-7400

Recycling

www.rockdalecounty.org  |  (770) 785-6883

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Cable Television

Charter  |  (888) 438-2427

Telephone

AT&T  |  (770) 761-7070

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Public Schools

www.rockdale.k12.ga.us  |  (770) 483-4713

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Rockdale Medical Center  |  (770) 918-3000

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Conyers-Rockdale Library System  |  (770) 388-5041

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Paulding County Information

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As part of metro-Atlanta, Paulding County provides suburban living in close proximity to the city of Atlanta. People who enjoy biking and running will love the Silver Comet Trail, which is a stretch of twenty miles of pavement for recreational use. History buffs will enjoy the many well-kept Civil War memorials. The county has festivals and events frequently for entertainment. Paulding County is a nice place to live for all different types of people with varying interests.

Dallas
www.dallas-ga.gov
(770) 443-8110

Dallas, the largest city in the county, is especially rich in Civil War history. Its sites, including Pickett’s Mill battlefield, are well preserved and enthusiasts conduct re-enactments on a regular basis. In the Atlanta campaign, Sherman’s forces clashed with Confederate forces in this area before heading to Kennesaw. Dallas is the access point for two of three major trail heads in Paulding County to the Silver Comet Trail. Once an abandoned railroad bed, the Silver Comet Trail is a dream realized for many cyclists, nature lovers and horseback riders. Located in the metropolitan Atlanta area, Dallas is one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. The city has retained its small town atmosphere and southern hospitality while providing the convenience of a big city close by. Dallas offers its residents top of the line healthcare with the award-winning WellStar Paulding Hospital. The hospital has over 70 medical doctors, multiple chiropractors, a nursing home, several dentists, and two assisted living facilities.

Hiram
www.cityofhiramga.gov
(770) 943-3726

Hiram is one of the fastest growing areas of Paulding County, as newcomers discover its serenity, picturesque, European-style downtown area and the availability of attractively priced land.

County Seat
Dallas

County Population
142,324

Millage Rates (uninc.)
6.65

Median Home Price
$129,900

Municipalities
 Braswell, Dallas, and Hiram


PAULDING COUNTY OFFICES
Main Contact Information
www.paulding.gov
(770) 443-7550

All Emergencies
911

Animal Control
(770) 445-1511

Business License
(770) 443-7571

Paulding County Tax Commissioner
Bill Watson
(770) 443-7581

County Extension Office
(770) 443-7616

Fire and Emergency Services
(770) 222-1160

Planning and Zoning
(770) 443-7601

Sheriff’s Office
(770) 443-3010

Voter Registration
(770) 443-7503
Municipalities

City of Braswell

City of Dallas
www.dallas-ga.gov
(770) 443-8110

City of Hiram
www.cityofhiramga.gov
(770) 943-3726

Electricity
Cobb EMC
www.cobbemc.com
(770) 429-2100

Georgia Power
www.georgiapower.com
1-888-660-5890

Gas Companies
Atlanta Gas Light
www.atlantagaslight.com
(404) 210-7534

Water and Sewer
Paulding County Water System
www.paulding.gov
(770) 222-6868

Recycling
www.paulding.gov
(770) 443-0119

Cable Television
Comcast
www.comcast.com
(770) 445-1001

Telephone
AT&T
www.att.com
(404) 780-2355

EDUCATION
Public Schools
Paulding County School System
www.schools.paulding.k12.ga.us
(770) 443-8000

Colleges
Chattahoochee Technical College
www.chattahoocheetech.edu
(770) 443-3600

Georgia Highlands College
www.highlands.edu
(678) 946-1100

HOSPITALS
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
www.hospitalsoup.com
(770) 445-4411

 

LIBRARIES
West Georgia Regional Library
www.wgrl.net
(770) 836-6711

Henry County Information

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In 2021, Henry County commemorated its bicentennial, with lots worth celebrating. Stacker ranks it at #7 among Georgia’s fastest growing counties. As home to the Atlanta Motor Speedway and its NASCAR events, it proves a draw for many family activities and sporting events. Fairs and festivals are a common occurrence here, too with events like the Georgia Spring State Fair, Food Truck
Tasty Tuesdays, Yellow Pollen Street Festival, Sounds of Summer Concert Series and more. An appealing place to live for those who enjoy outdoor activities and want to live close to the city of Atlanta, attractions like The Panola Mountain State Conservation Park, Nash Farm Park, Cotton Fields Golf Club and a wide variety of scenic parks hold a lot of allure.

Hampton
www.cityofhampton-ga.gov

Located only 30 miles from Atlanta, Hampton offers close proximity to a major city while retaining a small community atmosphere. Hampton is home to the Atlanta Motor Speedway and the Nash Farm Battlefield. It is only a few hours away from the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian Mountains. The city has maintained many historic homes and traditions. The National Registry of Historic Places recognizes the 100-year-old train depot, which is open daily for visitors. Hampton has been coined as a “tree city” and a “bird sanctuary” for its beautiful natural attractions.

Locust Grove
www.locustgrove-ga.gov
(770) 957-5043

Locust Grove is being “discovered” by locals as a charming, woodsy community with affordable housing, a rural feel and accessibility to downtown Atlanta via interstate highway. Locust Grove also is home to the Cubitacha Outdoor Center. In 1999 Henry County’s wetland enhancement and preservation corridor was created to improve and protect existing wildlife habitats while also providing a place for public education. The center encompasses almost 1000 contiguous acres. Situated between three of the county’s reservoirs, the center protects the diverse fish and wildlife habitats.

McDonough
www.mcdonoughga.org
(770) 957-3915

The county seat, McDonough, contains many historic attractions including the Brown House, which was built in 1826 for a man from South Carolina who fought in the Revolutionary War. The city also has the Shingleroof Methodist Campground, which was a training camp for Confederate troops during the Civil War. The business district, right outside the beautiful Square, provides antiques, shops, and dining for residents and visitors. McDonough has a Welcome Center in the Square that is a 1920’s prototype Service Station, and it is home for Main Street McDonough and McDonough Hospitality and Tourism. Only 25 miles from Atlanta and 20 minutes from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, residents of McDonough have easy access to every amenity.

Stockbridge
www.cityofstockbridge.com
(770) 389-7900

Incorporated as a town in 1895 and as a city in 1920, Stockbridge lies at the northern part of Henry County. A settlement as early as 1829, it became a crossroads when it applied for a post office prior to the Civil War. Today, it is a booming suburb and a crossroads city for Interstates 75 and 675 for those looking for alternate commuting routes to Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is only 12 miles from Stockbridge, providing easy access for travel.

County Seat
McDonough

County Population
245.235

Millage Rates (uninc.)
12.733

Median Home Price
$360,000

Median Household Income
$71.110

Municipalities
 Hampton, Locust Grove, McDonough, and Stockbridge

HENRY COUNTY OFFICES
Main Contact Information
www.co.henry.ga.us
(770) 954-2400

All Emergencies
911

Animal Control
(770) 288-7387

Business License
(770) 288-8180

Henry County Tax Commissioner
David Curry
(770) 288-8180

County Extension Office
(770) 288-8421

Driver’s License
(404) 657-9300

Fire and Emergency Services
(770) 288-6600

Planning and Zoning
(770) 288-7526

Police Department
(770) 288-8200

Voter Registration
(770) 288-6448

Municipalities
City of Hampton
www.cityofhampton-ga.gov
(770) 946-4306

City of Locust Grove
www.locustgrove-ga.gov
(770) 957-5043

City of McDonough
www.mcdonoughga.org
(770) 957-3915

City of Stockbridge
www.cityofstockbridge.com
(770) 389-7900

Electricity
Georgia Power
www.georgiapower.com
888-660-5890

Central Georgia EMC
www.cgemc.com

(770) 775-7857

Snapping Shoals EMC
www.ssemc.com
(770) 786-3484

Gas Companies

Georgia Public Service Commission
www.psc.state.ga.us
(404) 656-4501

Water and Sewer
Henry County Water and Sewage Authority
www.hcwsa.com
(770) 957-6659

Hampton City Clerk
(770) 946-4306

Locust Grove City Hall
(770) 957-5043

Stockbridge City Hall
(770) 389-7900

McDonough City Hall
(770) 957-3915

Recycling

www.co.henry.ga.us
(770) 288-6410

Cable Television
Charter Communications
www.charter.com
800-955-7766

Comcast
www.comcast.com
800-266-2278

Telephone
AT&T
www.att.com

Residential
(404) 780-2355

Business
(404) 780-2800

EDUCATION
Public Schools
Henry County School System
www.henry.k12.ga.us
(770) 957-6601

HOSPITALS
Henry Medical Center
www.henrymedical.com
(678) 604-1000

Piedmont Fayette Hospital
www.fayettehospital.org
(770) 719-7000

Rockdale Medical Center
www.rockdalemedicalcenter.org
(770) 918-3000

Southern Regional Medical Center
www.southernregional.org
(770) 991-8000

Spaulding Regional Medical Center
www.spaldingregional.com
(770) 228-2721

Sylvan Grove Hospital
www.sylvangrovehospital.com
(770) 775-7861

LIBRARIES
Cochran Public Library
770-389-7896

Fairview Public Library
770-389-6277

Fortson Public Library
770-954-2812

Locust Grove Public Library
770-954-2810

McDonough Public Library
770-954-2806

NEWSPAPERS
Henry Daily Herald
www.henryherald.com
(770) 957-9161

Henry County Neighbor
www.henry-neighbor.com
(404) 363-8484

Henry County Times
www.henrycountytimes.com
(770) 957-6314

Hall County Information

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Located in North Georgia, Hall County is a beautiful place to live with a great quality of life. The foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains provide great scenery and the 38,000 surface acres of Lake Lanier’s open waters and quiet coves prove a draw for outdoor enthusiasts, boaters and anglers. The county is a great focal point in Northeast Georgia for education, arts, and business. Its 2128 acres of park lands house 26 parks, and its school system ranks at #15 in diversity of Georgia’s 180 school districts. The industrial sector makes up roughly a third of total employment in Hall County. Recreational opportunities and friendly residents are some of the many attractions to living in Hall County.

Flowery Branch
www.flowerybranchga.org
(770) 967-6371

With many historic buildings still intact from the 1800s, the small town of Flowery Branch has a lovely historic atmosphere intertwined with modern amenities. A major attraction in the area is Lake Lanier, where residents and visitors can enjoy parks, camping, boating, swimming, and other outdoor activities.

Gainesville
www.gainesville.org
(770) 535-6865

Gainesville, the county seat, is the heart of the region’s poultry processing industry, but its residential and industrial growth has been steady and high quality, due in part to its proximity to Lake Lanier. One of the wealthiest communities outside the metro-Atlanta area, Gainesville serves as a second home for many prosperous Atlantans with a passion for boating. The parkland in the area includes 443 acres of beautiful land for recreation and leisure. The Roosevelt Square and the Roosevelt Monument reside in Gainesville, and President Franklin D. Roosevelt himself dedicated them in 1938.

Lake Lanier

Lake Lanier, although not incorporated, is evolving into a discrete waterside residential/recreational community, while municipalities such as Flowery Branch and Lula offer distinctive historic attractions.

County Seat
Gainesville

County Population
207,369

Millage Rates (uninc.)
9.226

Median Home Price
$415,000

Median Household Income
$63,651

Municipalities
 Clermont, Flower Branch, Gainesville, Gillsville, Lula, and Oakwook

HALL COUNTY OFFICES
Main Contact Information
www.hallcounty.org
(770) 535-8288

All Emergencies
911

Animal Control
(770) 531-6830

Business License
(770) 531-6815

Hall County Tax Commissioner
Keith Echols
(770) 531-6950

County Extension Office
(770) 535-8293

Driver’s License
(770) 532-5308

Fire and Emergency Services
(770) 531-6838

Planning and Zoning
(770) 531-6809

Sheriff’s Office
(770) 531-6885

Municipalities
Town of Clermont
(770) 983-7568

City of Flowery Branch
www.flowerybranchga.org
(770) 967-6371

City of Gainesville
www.gainesville.org
(770) 535-6865

City of Lula
(770) 869-3801

City of Oakwook
www.cityofoakwood.net
(770) 534-2365

Electricity
Georgia Power Company
www.georgiapower.com
888-660-5890

Jackson EMC
www.jacksonemc.com
(770) 536-2415

Gas Companies
Georgia Natural Gas
www.gasgeorgia.com
(770) 850-6200

Atmos Energy
www.atmosenergy.com
888-824-3434

Water and Sewer
City of Gainesville
www.gainesville.org
(770) 535-6878

Recycling
www.hallcounty.org
(770) 531-7125

Cable Television
Charter Communications
www.charter.com
800-955-7766

Comcast Cable
www.comcast.com
800-266-2278

Telephone
AT&T
www.att.com

Residential
888-757-6500

Business
866-620-6000

EDUCATION
Public Schools
Gainesville City Schools
www.gcssk12.net
(770) 536-5275

Hall County Schools
www.hallco.org
(770) 534-1080

Colleges
Gainesville State College
www.gc.peachnet.edu
(770) 718-3641

Lanier State College
www.laniertech.edu
(770) 531-6300

HOSPITALS
Lanier Park Hospital
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
www.nghs.com

LIBRARIES
Hall County Library System
www.hallcountylibrary.org
(770) 532-3311

NEWSPAPERS
Gainesville Times
www.gainesvilletimes.com

North Georgia News
www.accessnorthga.com

Forsyth County Information

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Poised on the scenic shores of Lake Lanier, Forsyth County welcomes you to consider its suburban setting as “Your Community. Your Future.” Of its 2,819 acres of park land and 25 parks, Forsyth boasts four lakeside parks, 22 playgrounds, 55 miles of trails, four dog parks, one splash pad and so much more. Forsyth is one of the fastest growing counties in Georgia. Between 2010 and 2020 alone, the population increased by 43 percent. In keeping with that growth, its number of jobs grew by 41% during the same time period. It joined the Atlanta Regional Commission in 2021, and already has the largest share of small businesses of the ARC’s 11 counties. Forsyth County Schools rank in the Top 1% of Georgia Schools and Northside Hospital-Forsyth is the county’s largest employer. In December 2021, Forbes Magazine listed Forsyth County among the Top 20 Richest Counties in the U.S.

Cumming
www.cityofcumming.net
(770) 781-2010

Cumming is rich in Native American lore, and most of its eastern border lies on the shores of Lake Lanier, which offers a habitat to the endangered Southern bald eagle and peregrine falcon. Estimated median household income in 2011 was $34,572. Cumming encompasses 5.89 square miles. Booming residential development has been accommodated without harming its many natural resources and attractions.
The Cumming Fairgrounds provide many events for Cumming’s residents, including the annual county fair, the IPRA World Championship Rodeo, a weekly farmer’s market, an Indian festival, an annual steam and gas engine expo, yard sales, and a July 4th celebration. The Cumming Fairgrounds also host events such as Relay for Life, Christmas in Cumming Arts & Crafts Show, business picnics, Laps for Life, and the Taste of Forsyth.

County Seat
Cumming

County Population
260.206

Millage Rates (uninc.)
27.614

Median Home Price
$550,000

Median Household Income
$112,834

Municipalities
Cumming

FORSYTH COUNTY OFFICES
Main Contact Information
www.forsythco.com
(770) 781-2101
All Emergencies
911
Animal Control
(770) 781-2138 ‎

Business License
(770) 886-2830

Forsyth County Tax Commissioner
Matthew C. Ledbetter
(770) 781-2110

County Extension Office
(770) 305-5412 Ext 7

Driver’s License
(678) 413-8400

Fire and Emergency Services
(770) 781-2180

Planning and Zoning
(770) 781-2115

Sheriff’s Office
(770) 781-2222

Tax Assessor
(770) 781-2106

Voter Registration
(770) 781-2118

Municipalities
City of Cumming
www.cityofcumming.net
(770) 781-2010
UTILITIES
Electricity

Georgia Power Company

www.georgiapower.com

(770) 887-2250

Sawnee Electric Membership

www.sawnee.com
(770) 887-2363

Gas Companies
Atlanta Gas Light
www.atlantagaslight.com
1-800-427-5463

Water and Sewer
City of Cumming
www.cummingutilities.com
(770) 781-2010

Forsyth County Water & Sewer

www.forsythco.com

(770) 781-2160

Solid Waste
G&G Sanitation Systems
(770) 887-6063

United Waste Robertson Sanitation

www.rob-san.com
(770) 941-4363
Recycling
www.forsythco.com

Cable Television
Comcast
www.comcast.com
(404) 266-2278

Telephone
AT&T
www.att.com
(404) 780-2355
EDUCATION
Public Schools

Forsyth County School System

www.forsyth.k12.ga.us
(770) 887-2461

HOSPITALS

Northside/Forsyth Hospital

www.northside.com
770-844-3200

Northside Hospital
www.northside.com
404-851-8000

Cumming/Northwoods Family Care Center
(770) 781-6393

LIBRARIES
Forsyth County Public Library
www.forsythco.com
(770) 781-9840

Sharon Forks Public Library
(770) 781-9840

NEWSPAPERS
Appen Newspaper
www.northfulton.com
(770) 442-3278

Forsyth County News
www.forsythnews.com
(770) 887-3126