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ALBANY - GEORGIA - DOUGHERTY COUNTY - LOCATION ADVANTAGES

 

Albany Area Chamber of Commerce - http://www.albanyga.com/

Welcome to Albany Georgia - http://www.albany.ga.us/

Visit Albany Georgia - http://albanygacvb.com/INDEX.HTM

 

Albany is a city in and the county seat of Dougherty County, Georgia, United States, in the southwestern part of the state.[4] It is the principal city of the Albany, Georgia metropolitan area. The population was 76,939 at the 2000 census and had dropped to 75,616 according to a 2009 estimate, making it the ninth largest city in the state.[5]

 

50 Reasons To Visit Albany Georgia - Albany Georgia is Nicknamed The Good Life City

 

· Albany has been a social & recreational center of a large area of the state & is now considered the economic hub of southwestern Georgia. It is the regional center for industry, business, retail, education, cultural activities, healthcare & media for Southwest Georgia.

· One of the most economically active areas in the state of Georgia.

· Our Southwest Georgia climate averages in the Winter Hi/64°-Lo/36° & Summer Hi/100°-Lo/70°

· Just a short drive to the beaches on the Atlantic coast of GA., the panhandle beaches of the Florida Gulf coast, or the mountains of North GA. where the Appalachian Trail begins.

· Ease of transportation by means of GA/FL Pkwy (GA 300), South GA Pkwy (US 82) & US 19.

· Provides easy access to Florida, the Georgia Coast, & Interstates 10, 75, 85, 95, & 185.

· Southwest Georgia Regional Airport is a small airport located in Albany on Newton Rd, Atlantic Southeast Airlines, operating as Delta Connection, offers 4 daily arrivals from and departures to Atlanta. And also has the convenience of ABY Ground Transportation & ABY Airport Shuttles

· The Flint River is an approximately 150 mi long river, in the state of Georgia. The river, flowing south from the upper Piedmont region south of Atlanta to the wetlands of the coastal plain in the southwestern corner of the state.

· Ranks 2nd in the state of Georgia for telecommuting based on telecom infrastructure.

· Supports more than 118 manufacturing plants & many municipal Industrial parks

· The Manufacturing sector includes: Proctor & Gamble, Miller Brewing-MillerCoors, Master Foods, TARA Foods, USA-MARS Incorporated and Sunny Land Farms, Inc.

· Home of the US Marine Corps Logistics Base, The base comprises more than 3,600 acres. One of the Corps' major commands, Marine Corps Logistics Command, is based at MCLB Albany.

· All Dougherty County Schools are SACS accredited. Through the HOPE scholarship program, Georgia students can earn tuition to any public institution of higher education with- in the state.

· Within the Dougherty County School System Albany facilitates: fifteen elementary schools, six middle, four High Schools, one Alternative School and eight Private schools.

· HIGHER EDUCATION: Albany State University – 4 yr School, LaGrange College - 4 yr & Troy University also a 4 yr school. Darton College – 2 yr School & Albany Technical College Vo/Tech.

· Hospital Facilities including two state of the art medical centers Palmyra Medical Center & Phoebe Putney Memorial.

· History & Monument: Albany Civil Rights Memorial, Albany Museum of Arts, Thronateeksa Heritage Center, The Albany Area Arts Council, and  Georgia Artist Guild, Astronauts Memorial,  Confedarate Memorial Park, Freedom Flame, Freedom Walk, The Guardian, Royal Air Force Memorial, Veterans Park and the New Ray Charles Plaza.

· Entertainment:  Albany Ballet Theater, Albany Civic Center, The Albany Concert Association, The Albany Chorale, The Albany Symphony Orchestra, The Albany Municipal Auditorium, Wetherbee Planetarium, Model Railroad Display, Georgia State Theater – Shows/Concerts, Flint River Aquarium, Albany Theatre, South Georgia Wildcats Arena football at the Albany Civic Center

· Outdoor Events: Many Local Golf Courses, Hilsman Park, Tift Park, Quail Hunting/Plantations, several golfing facilities, River Front Park  & Turtle Grove Play Park, U.S. 19 Drag way, All American FUN PARK,  The Parks at Chehaw, and South Georgia Peanuts Baseball.

 

Notable natives

Pianist, songwriter and soul singer Ray Charles was born in Albany on September 23, 1930 as "Ray Charles Robinson"

  • Big Band leader and jazz trumpeter Harry James was born in Albany on March 15, 1916
  • Paula Deen, chef and host of Paula's Home Cooking on the Television Food Network
  • Jim Fowler, animal expert and host of the television show, Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
  • Ray Stevens, country music singer
  • Olympic gold medal jumper Alice Coachman was born in Albany November 9, 1923
  • U.S. Representative from Illinois William L. Dawson was from Albany
  • Hamilton Jordan, former White House Chief of Staff, was raised in Albany
  • World Series MVP Ray Knight, also managed the Cincinnati Reds
  • Golfer Nancy Lopez lives in Albany
  • Merritt Ranew, Milwaukee Braves baseball player
  • Conductor and composer Wallingford Riegger was born in Albany on April 29, 1885
  • U.S. Representative from Illinois Bobby Rush was born in Albany
  • Angelo Taylor, Olympic gold medal hurdler
  • Reginald D. Hunter, stand-up comedian based in the United Kingdom
  • Mark Taylor, Former Lieutenant Governor of Georgia
  • Montavious Stanley, NFL player, Atlanta Falcons
  • Daryl Smith, NFL player, Jacksonville Jaguars
  • Alexander Johnson, NBA player, Miami Heat
  • Super Bowl MVP football player Deion Branch
  • Nellie Brimberry became the first Postmistress of a major U.S. Post Office in 1910
  • Alex Kendrick and Stephen Kendrick, filmmakers and authors, reside in Albany

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     LEESBURG - GEORGIA - LEE COUNTY - LOCATION ADVANTAGES

     

    Lee County Chamber of Commerce - http://www.leechamber.net/community/community.htm

    Welcome to Leesburg Georgia - http://www.lee.ga.us/

     

    50 Reasons To Visit Leesburg Georgia

     

    Lee County, one of Georgia's original 32 counties, is nestled in the heart of Southwest Georgia. Leesburg is a city in Lee County, Georgia, United States.  The city is the county seat of Lee County[3]. Leesburg is part of the Albany, Georgia Metropolitan Statistical Area.

     

    · The population was 2,965 at the 2009 census estimate. Lee County experienced a 52% increase in population between 1990 and 2000 and ranks 62nd in population out of 159 Georgia counties.

    · Lee County is a unique blend of residential, commercial and industrial development with a traditional rural flair. Interspersed with creeks, lakes, plantations, and historical sites, the community offers excellent recreational opportunities that take full advantage of the moderate climate and beautiful landscape.

    · The Flint River is an approximately 150 mi long river, in the state of Georgia. The river, flowing south from the upper Piedmont region south of Atlanta to the wetlands of the coastal plain in the southwestern corner of the state.

    · Ease of transportation by means of GA/FL Pkwy (GA 300), South GA Pkwy (US 82) & US 19. Provides easy access to Florida, the Georgia Coast, & Interstates 10, 75, 85, 95, & 185.

    · Just a short drive to the beaches on the Atlantic coast of GA., the panhandle beaches of the Florida Gulf coast, or the mountains of North GA. where the Appalachian Trail begins.

    · Lee County is in close proximity to two major hospitals and has two medical clinics within the county: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Palmyra Medical Center, Lee Medical Arts & Lee County Health Department.

    · Within the Lee County School system Leesburg facilitates pre-school to grade twelve, that consists of 2 elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school.

    · Lee County is in close proximity to four accredited institutions of higher learning: Albany State University - a four-year institution & and a member of the University System of Georgia, Darton College, a two-year unit of the University System of Georgia, Albany Technical Institute provides vocational education offering a wide selection of diploma and certificate programs, Georgia Southwestern State University - a senior unit of the University System of Georgia.

    · Entertainment & Outdoor Events : Located in southern Lee County, The Parks at Chehaw is a 800-acre recreation facility with many amenities such as a BMX track, unique wooden playscape, RV, tent, and primitive camping, picnic pavilions, and a miniature riding train, The park also includes a 100 acre wild animal park contains many native and exotic animals in a natural setting. Lake Chehaw is about 1,400 acre man-made lake provides boating, fishing, and water skiing activities for area residents. Newly acquired Grand Island Golf Course and Racquet Club

    · History & Monument: Confederate Memorial Park, located across the street from the Parks at Chehaw, is dedicated to the men who fought for southern independence 140 years ago. The park is anchored by a confederate soldier monument that is just over 100 years old. The park, owned and maintained by the Sons of Confederate Veterans and The United Daughters of The Confederacy, is open 7 days a week to the public at no charge.

     

    Notable natives

    Roy Hamilton, a singer of RnB, Soul, Show tunes and rock'n'roll.

    Luke Bryan, country music artist

    Tic Forrester, United States Representative

    Buster Posey, Class of 2005, Chosen 5th in the first round of the 2008 MLB Draft by the San Francisco Giants, Catcher for 2010 World Series Champion San Francisco Giants, 2010 MLB National League Rookie of the Year.

      

    Tags & Voter Registration

    Dougherty County Tag Office---------(229)432-3255

    240 Pine Ave Albany GA - 1st Floor - Room 100 - Hrs:8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

    For more detailed information visit their website: www.dor.ga.gov

     

    Dougherty County Voter Registration-----------------(229) 431-3247

    222 Pine Avenue Albany GA - Govermental Building - 2nd floor - room 220

    For more detailed information visit their website: www.albany.ga.us

     

    Lee County Tag Office---------------(229)759-6015

    100 Starksville Ave. Leesburg GA - Hrs: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m Monday - Friday

    For more detailed information visit their website: www.dor.ga.gov

     

    Lee County Voter Registration---------------------(229) 759-6002
    Board of Elections and Registrations - 100 Leslie Hwy Leesburg, GA 31763

    For more detailed information visit their website: http://www.lee.ga.us/