Clinch County, Georgia

Clinch County History, Geography, Demographics, Cities and Towns, and Education

County Seat: Homerville
Year Organized: 1850
Square Miles: 809

Court House:

22 Court Square, Ste. B
County Courthouse
Homerville, GA 31634-1469

Etymology - Origin of County Name

The county was named for General Duncan Clinch, who served in the War of 1812, defeated the Seminole Indian Chief Osceola in Florida, and later served in the US Congress.

Demographics:

County QuickFacts: Census Bureau Quick Facts

History

Clinch County, the 94th county formed in Georgia, was created from portions of Ware and Lowndes counties in 1850. The county was named for General Duncan Clinch, who served in the War of 1812, defeated the Seminole Indian Chief Osceola in Florida, and later served in the US Congress.

Points of Interest

Part of the Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge lies in Clinch County. Both the St. Mary's and Suwannee Rivers rise within the swamp. World famous Stephen C. Foster State Park is located in Fargo. The park's boat tours are a twisting and turning adventure through the Okefenokee Swamp.

Notable Citizens

One notable person from Clinch County is the well-known actor/author/playwright, Ossie Davis, who was born in Cogdell.

Neighboring Counties:

Northeast: Ware County
Southeast: Baker County, Fla.
South: Columbia County, Fla.
Southwest: Echols County
Northwest: Lanier County; Atkinson County

Cities and Towns:

- Argyle	town	Incorporated Area
- Du Pont	town	Incorporated Area
- Fargo	city	Incorporated Area
- Homerville (County Seat)	city	Incorporated Area

County Resources:

Additional County Info http://www.georgiaplanning.com/CountyPortal/countyportal.asp?FIPS=13065

County Resource Guide

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Penn Foster High School

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