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Hall County – Cities, History And Facts

Dennis — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:10:27 +0000

Hall County is arguably the most well known county in northeast Georgia. Named for Lyman Hall, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, it was created in 1818. Lake Lanier sits partially in Hall County.

Gainesville, is Hall’s largest and most well known city and was originally known as Mule Camp Springs. There is still a Mule Camp festival every year on the town square. The city was a center of trade for the region and the site of cotton and lumber mills. It has been destroyed by fire and tornado but rebounded strongly each time. The history of this city certainly makes for a long and fascinating story.

Flowery Branch has a beautiful name but no one seems to know exactly how the name came about. The city benefits from being located on the shores of Lake Lanier as well as being easily accessible from I-985. Looking for a great place to shop? Stone Creek Village on Spout Springs Road has every shop from Target to Kohl’s. And it’s a great place to play. Since 2001 it has been the site of the Atlanta Falcons Training Facility. It you have never seen this facility, you need to plan on a trip soon.

Oakwood has been in existence since 1873. This is a busy and growing city and is home to Gainesville State College and Lanier Technical College. There are many businesses here which range from large car dealerships down to mom and pop stores. The city sits near I-985 which makes it easy to get to Atlanta or any points in any direction. The local road system has recently undergone an extensive facelift which includes lane widening and the addition of Thurmond Tanner Parkway which will be completed in the next few months and provides a direct route from Oakwood to Flowery Branch. There are many ways to get outside and play here. Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve offers miles of hiking and mountain biking trails and a golf course of the same name. It also contains Elachee Nature Center where kids of all ages can learn about the environment and animal inhabitants. Oakwood offers a little bit of everything so come on out and visit.

Lula sits in Hall and Banks county and is a smaller city but don’t underestimate it’s appeal. Here you can hang out at Rafe Banks Park where you can walk a nature trail or have a picnic. But the newest attraction in Lula is a zip line by North Georgia Canopy Tours. Fly through the tree tops for an adventure like no other.

These are just a few of the cities of note in Hall County. It’s a great area to visit.

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Lake Lanier Conventions and Visitors Bureau

Dennis — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:12:03 +0000

The Lake Lanier Convention & Visitors Bureau was founded in 1992 and serves the hospitality and travel industry. With more than 1,500 hotel rooms, Gainesville and Hall County are major destinations for travelers to Northeast Georgia.

The bureau is governed by a 22-member board of directors, comprised of representatives from the hotel, attraction, restaurant and business community. The bureau markets Gainesville, Oakwood, Flowery Branch, Lake Lanier Islands and other areas of Hall County throughout the Southeast and supports marketing of major events by its local industry stakeholders. Click here to visit the website

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Hall County Official Website

Dennis — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:03:05 +0000

Whether you’re a long-time resident, a newcomer or just visiting, Hall County offers a wealth of opportunities that few communities can match. Hall County Government is committed to preserving this high quality of life through efficient and responsible delivery of public services. Click here to visit the website

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Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

Dennis — Fri, 28 May 2010 01:08:24 +0000

Gainesville-Hall County is an ideal location to do business in Georgia. It’s a progressive community of families who are active in the cultural and civic life of this vibrant Northeast Georgia region.

The Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to supporting an aggressive business environment and making a positive contribution to the community. The Chamber is a resource for information, a voice for business, and a valuable link to government.

Founded in 1908, the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce serves the entire Hall County area and region, including the cities of Gainesville, Flowery Branch, Oakwood, Clermont, Gillsville, Lula, Braselton and Buford.

2008 marks the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce’s 100th year of dedication to businesses in Gainesville and Hall County. The Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce offers a full range of business services. Click here to visit the website

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Coldwell Banker Heritage Real Estate

Dennis — Wed, 19 May 2010 01:54:26 +0000

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