Waycross, GA
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About Waycross
- • Grammy-winning country artist, Doug Stone, was born in Waycross.
- • The Okefenokee Swamp Park, a major tourist attraction, originated here.
- • Railroad expansion in the 19th century established Waycross as a transportation hub.
- • The Ware County High School mascot is the Gators, a nod to the nearby Okefenokee Swamp.
- • A devastating fire in 1909 destroyed much of downtown Waycross.
- • Named for its location at the intersection of several railroads, Waycross was incorporated in 1874.
- • With around 14,000 residents, it's smaller than many other Georgia county seats.
- • At 131 feet above sea level, Waycross is relatively flat, typical of the Coastal Plain.
- • Healthcare and social assistance are major employers in Waycross.
- • Waycross offers a slow-paced, community-oriented, and welcoming atmosphere.
- • The Jacksonville Jaguars are the closest NFL team, roughly an hour and a half away.
- • Ware County High School's football team has a storied history with multiple state championships.