Folkston, GA
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About Folkston
- • Folkston is the hometown of former MLB pitcher and coach, Bobby Cox.
- • The Folkston Funnel, a popular birding location, originated from railroad tracks.
- • The railroad industry established Folkston as a vital transportation hub.
- • A rare sighting of the elusive Swallow-tailed Kite is common near Folkston.
- • The Great Depression severely impacted Folkston's local economy.
- • Named for railroad official, Samuel Folk, it was incorporated in 1907.
- • With around 4,500 residents, it's smaller than nearby Waycross.
- • At 105 feet, the elevation offers flatlands near the Okefenokee Swamp.
- • Tourism related to the Okefenokee Swamp is a key source of revenue.
- • A peaceful, calm atmosphere pervades, offering a respite from busy life.
- • The Jacksonville Jaguars, located nearby, are a popular NFL team.
- • Charlton County High School won the state football championship in 2021.