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Topic: Fannin County, Georgia


  
  Site Map for Fannin Chamber of Commerce (blueridgemountains.com)
Fannin County, Georgia is the start of two of Americans most famous long trails, the Appalachian Trail and the Benton MacKaye Trail, named for the man who conceived the idea for the AT.
Committees of the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce.
The Fannin County Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary organization of business and professional men and women who have joined together for the purpose of promoting the civic and commercial progress of our community.
www.blueridgemountains.com /index1.html   (1357 words)

  
  New Georgia Encyclopedia: Fannin County   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Fannin's representatives were divided during the 1861 secessionist convention, held at Georgia's capital in Milledgeville.
Fannin was named the tenth-fastest-growing county in the United States in 2003-4 because of the influx of second-home owners and retirees.
According to the 2000 U.S. census, the population of Fannin County was 19,798 (98 percent white, 0.1 percent fl, and 0.7 percent Hispanic).
www.georgiaencyclopedia.org /nge/Article.jsp?id=h-2331   (791 words)

  
 Fannin County, Georgia
Fannin County is a county located in the U.S. State of Georgia.
In the county the population is spread out with 20.90% under the age of 18, 7.00% from 18 to 24, 24.90% from 25 to 44, 28.20% from 45 to 64, and 19.00% who are 65 years of age or older.
The median income for a household in the county is $30,612, and the median income for a family is $35,258.
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 Fannin County, Georgia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The county is named for Georgia native James Fannin, who fought and died during the Texas Revolution.
The racial makeup of the county was 97.98% White, 0.12% Black or African American, 0.47% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.16% from other races, and 1.03% from two or more races.
The per capita income for the county was $16,269.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Fannin_County,_Georgia   (394 words)

  
 Welcome to Fannin County, Georgia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Fannin County was created by an act of the legislature at its 1853-54 session and was approved by Governor Herschel V. Johnson on the 21st day of January, 1854.
It was carved out of the counties of Gilmer, to the south, and Union, to the east, about one half of the territory of each of these counties being taken in.
Fannin County has always been an agricultural area producing a variety of crops consisting of corn, rye, wheat, oats, Irish potatoes, sweet potatoes, collards, livestock, poultry and eggs.
fannincountyga.org /index.htm   (306 words)

  
 Fannin County, Georgia History and Genealogy
The county is named for James Fannin, who fought and died during the Texas Revolution, who was originally from Georgia.
The Georgia Northeastern Railroad (AAR reporting mark GNRR) is a short line freight railroad which runs from the town of Elizabeth, Georgia (now within Marietta, near Atlanta) to the city of Blue Ridge, Georgia.
Fannin was formed in 1854 from Union and Gilmer Counties.
www.usgennet.org /usa/ga/county/fulton/fannin   (170 words)

  
 Appalachian Trail - Fannin County, Georgia Chamber of Commerce
Springer Mountain in southern Fannin County is the start of a 2,000+ mile trek to Maine's Mount Katahdin known as the Appalachian Trail.
Georgia has nearly eighty miles of the AT running from Springer Mountain on the Fannin-Gilmer line to Bly Gap, where the trail enters North Carolina.
There are three day-use parking areas covering the Fannin County section of the Appalachian Trail, two on FS 42 (Springer Mountain and Hightower Gap) and on FS 58 at Three Forks that is heavily used because of Long Creek Falls.
www.blueridgemountains.com /appalachian_trail.html   (589 words)

  
 Fannin County Georgia Outdoor Recreation, Tourism and, Travel
Fannin County is home to the cities of Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Mineral Bluff and Morganton and is bordered by the counties of Gilmer County Georgia, Union County Georgia, Lumpkin County Georgia, Polk County Tennessee and Cherokee County North Carolina.
Georgia's 106th county was named for Colonel James W. Fannin of Georgia, who, with approximately 350 volunteers, fought in Texas' War of Independence from Mexico.
Fannin's county seat, Blue Ridge, is named for the southern reach of the Appalachian Mountain Range which stretches into the county.
www.mountaintravelguide.com /georgia/fannin/fannin_county.htm   (584 words)

  
 Fannin County, Georgia Genealogical Records Information
Fannin County Clerk of Superior Court has Court Records from 1854 and Land Records from 1854 and is located at 420 W. Main St. P.O. Box 1300, Blue Ridge, GA 30513; Phone: (706) 632-2039, Fax: (706) 6323089.
Contact the Fannin County Probate office for marriages in Fannin County occurring before June 9, 1952, and all other counties will be forwarded to appropriate Probate Judge in county where license was issued.The state office does no record marriage license or applications after July 1, 1997.
County Seat: The legislation creating Fannin County directed the justices of the county's inferior court to select the location of the county seat, with the only stipulation that the site be as near the center of the county as practicable.
www.mygeorgiagenealogy.com /ga_county/fan.htm   (3468 words)

  
 History of Churches located in Fannin County Georgia
At that time, the property was located in Union County; however, when Fannin County was created in 1854 a transfer deed was made to list the property in Fannin County.
Since the church was located on Georgia soil, the name McCaysville became the official name of the church between 1917 and 1918.
Early settlers to the Fannin County area established Hopewell Church, prior to 1858, high on a hill overlooking the Toccoa River long before McCaysville became a town.
www.blueridge-georgia.com /fannin_county/churches/church_history.htm   (4781 words)

  
 History of Fannin County and the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains
Coastal Georgians began to push the Cherokee further west and this land was surrendered by the Cherokee in 1835 under the terms of the Treaty of New Echota.
Fannin County was created in 1854 from portions of Union County and Gilmer County, with Morganton as the first county seat.
The Marietta and North Georgia Railroad made an economic decision to avoid Fannin's county seat of Morganton, building the railroad through the long, relatively flat Toccoa River Valley.
www.blueridgemountains.com /history.html   (656 words)

  
 Travel, Real Estate, Lodging, Cabin Rentals, Restaurants, Shopping, Art Galleries and Adventure in Blue Ridge Georgia - ...
Fannin County has a remarkable history itself, considering it's in the heart of the old Cherokee Nation.
Dial is a modest town hidden in the upper reaches of a remote valley in the steep mountains of southern Fannin County.
Fannin County Developments, Lots in Premier Developments in North Georgia Mountains, lots on the Lake, River, Creeks or with a great Mountain View.
www.theblueridgehighlander.com /fannin_county_georgia   (2899 words)

  
 Fannin County, Georgia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
It is responsible for the upkeep of the 84 bed county jail and the well being of its inmates.
The department is responsible for service of all warrants in the county as well as municipalities.
To Search the Georgia Bureau of Investigation data base by county click here and select FANNIN under the County: drop down menu and click the search button as shown in the image below.
www.fannincountyga.org /sheriff.htm   (178 words)

  
 Gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains - Fannin County, Georgia
After a day spent outdoors or relaxing with your favorite book in front of the fire or counting the fireflies in the early evening mist, choose from a variety of dining experiences to cap off your night.
Maps to Fannin County Businesses are now available on-line, thanks to our partner, Novoprint.
Our official Georgia Welcome Center is loaded with even more information about Fannin County, the North Georgia Mountains and the Southern Blue Ridge.
www.blueridgemountains.com   (552 words)

  
 Fannin County Georgia Real Estate
Fannin County Georgia Real Estate is a way for consumers to find the best Real estate Agents and Brokers for every city in Fannin County Georgia.
When you have been directed to an Fannin County Georgia real estate professional in the area you have chosen you will be able to search for your dream home and get free printouts from the MLS database in that area.
Fannin County Georgia Real Estate Brokers and agents can use the many news and information pages we offer to get up to date information about the Fannin County Georgia real estate market.
www.myhomesearches.com /county/georgia/fannin-county-georgia.htm   (576 words)

  
 Fannin County GA AHGP Index   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Fannin County, Georgia's 106th County, was formed January 21, 1854.
The first County Seat was Morganton but, after the railroad entered the County in the late 1800s, it was moved to Blue Ridge in 1895.
Fannin County comprises 390.3 square miles, 106,000 acres (42%) of which is in the Chattahoochee National Forest and the Cohutta Wilderness Area.
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 Fannin County schools - district elementary, middle, and high school information
In 2005-2006 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, English language arts and math in grades 1 through 8 and in science and social studies in grades 3 through 8.
The different student groups are identified by the Georgia Department of Education.
In 2004-2005 Georgia administered the Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT) in English language arts, math, science and social studies to students in grade 11.
www.greatschools.net /cgi-bin/ga/district_profile/68   (1008 words)

  
 Fannin County, Georgia houses, real estate, agriculture, wages, work, ancestries, and more
Fair market rent in 2006 for a 1-bedroom apartment in Fannin County is $428 a month.
Fannin County historical area-adjusted tornado activity is slightly above Georgia state average.
Tornadoes in this county have caused 4 fatalities and 34 injuries recorded between 1950 and 2004.
www.city-data.com /county/Fannin_County-GA.html   (491 words)

  
 Fannin County, Georgia GAGenWeb Site
The idea was to provide a single entry point for all counties in Georgia, where collected databases would be stored.
Fannin County, Georgia was created in January 1854 from parts of Gilmer and Union Counties.
The county was named for James Walker Fannin, a war hero murdered on March 27, 1836.
www.rootsweb.com /~gafanni2   (723 words)

  
 Jacks River Falls Fannin County Georgia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Georgia Outdoor Mountain Adventures I Georgia Mountain Waterfalls I Hiking trails of the Georgia Mountains I Georgia State Parks
(County Road 210 bears left.) At 3.2 miles, FS 17 comes in from the right, FS 16 goes left.
Some roads are closed depending on weather conditions, so it is recommended that one call the Cohutta Ranger District of the U.S. Forest Service at (706) 695-6737 in advance of a trip to check road conditions.
www.greatgeorgiaproperties.com /Outdoor-adventures/Jacks-River-Falls.htm   (568 words)

  
 Fannin County, Georgia GA, county profile - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk
Fannin County is one of 159 counties in Georgia.
This was an increase of 9.17% from the 2000 census.
Fannin County supported George W. Bush in the 2004 presidential election.
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=7940   (601 words)

  
 HOMES.COM: Fannin County Georgia Real Estate - GA
If you looking for real estate in Fannin County Georgia or the surrounding area, Homes.com has a wealth of information about Fannin County real estate, Fannin County neighborhoods, new and existing Fannin County homes, and Fannin County-area Agents and Brokers.
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Fannin County Agents and Brokers: Before you start your real estate buying or selling experience it is important to consult with a qualified Agent or Broker.
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 Fannin County, Georgia
"Fiddlin'" John Carson born on a farm north of Smyrna (Cobb County), Georgia.
Sometimes given as March 23, 1868 in Blue Ridge (Fannin County) Georgia.
Springer Mountain, between Fannin County and Gilmer County, becomes the start of the Appalachian Trail, replacing Oglethorpe Mountain (Pickens County).
www.ourgeorgiahistory.com /chronpop/1959   (184 words)

  
 North Georgia Mountains and Surrounding area
Fannin County is composed of nearly half National Forest and Wilderness Area.
The county was named after Colonel Fannin who fought and died bravely with his troops at Goliard Texas, just miles from the famed Alamo.
a modest town hidden in the upper reaches of a remote valley in the steep mountains of southern Fannin County.
www.blueridgelandanddevelopment.com /north_georgia_mountains   (703 words)

  
 Georgia Used Cars for Sale - Georgia Car Classifieds
With our large selection of quality Georgia used cars you are sure to find the perfect car, truck, or SUV at the right price.
It is the buyer's responsibility to call or e-mail each seller to verify the information and pricing contained within the Georgia car classified ads.
Due to the risk of online fraud, we suggest you utilize an escrow service when buying used cars in Georgia online.
www.georgiacarclassifieds.com   (133 words)

  
 The Political Graveyard: Fannin County, Ga.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
For convenient presentation of this material, the site includes a page for each of the more than 3,000 counties in the U.S., as well as for various U.S. and foreign territories and countries.
Assignment of birthplaces, deathplaces, and cemeteries to counties is subject to error.
The intent is to locate places according to current county names and boundaries.
politicalgraveyard.com /geo/GA/FN.html   (501 words)

  
 Adventure Trail Rides
Synopsis -- Deep in the heart of Fannin County, Georgia, north of Blue Ridge, a new challenge -- horseback riding with Adventure Trail Rides.
This adventure was going to be a trip into our past, since neither my wife Pam nor I had ridden a horse for more than 25 years.
All of the photographs, graphics and text on About North Georgia (http://ngeorgia.com) are © Copyright 1994-2006 by Golden Ink unless otherwise noted.
ngeorgia.com /adventure/trailrides.html   (866 words)

  
 County Cooperative Extension Service
We are a partnership between the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental
Contact the Fannin County Extension Service for additional information about upcoming events or programs, or if there are any questions dealing with the areas of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, or 4-H and Youth.
The University of Georgia and Ft. Valley State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and counties of the State cooperating.
county.ces.uga.edu /fannin   (136 words)

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