Mitchell County Georgia Public Records
Mitchell County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 23,498. The county seat is Camilla. The county was created on December 21, 1857.
Government
Mitchell County is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners, which is elected from single-member districts. The Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting policies and adopting ordinances and resolutions. The county is also served by a Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, Clerk of Superior Court, Probate Judge, and Coroner.
Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 23,498 people, 8,945 households, and 6,541 families residing in the county. The population density was 44.3 inhabitants per square mile (17.1/km2). There were 10,093 housing units at an average density of 18.9 per square mile (7.3/km2). The racial makeup of the county was 57.2% white, 40.2% black or African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% American Indian, 0.8% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 1.9% of the population. In terms of ancestry, 16.2% were American, 8.2% were Irish, and 6.3% were English.
Economy
The economy of Mitchell County is largely based on agriculture, with peanuts, cotton, and corn being the primary crops. The county is also home to several manufacturing and industrial businesses, including a poultry processing plant and a wood products plant.
Mitchell County Courthouse
Mitchell County Georgia Court Address: 119 S. Main Street, Camilla, GA 31730 Phone: (229) 336-2050 Fax: (229) 336-2051
Mitchell County Court Jurisdiction
Mitchell County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Camilla, Georgia. The address is:
Mitchell County Courthouse
37 West Broad Street
Camilla, GA 31730
Mitchell County Historical Facts
1. The Battle of Griswoldville (1864): During the Civil War, Confederate forces under the command of General Howell Cobb clashed with Union forces led by General George Stoneman in the Battle of Griswoldville. The battle resulted in a Confederate victory and the Union forces were forced to retreat.
2. The Great Locomotive Chase (1862): During the Civil War, a group of Union soldiers known as the Andrews Raiders stole a Confederate locomotive and attempted to destroy the Western and Atlantic Railroad. The raiders were eventually captured and eight of them were executed by the Confederate Army.
3. The Founding of Camilla (1830): Camilla, Georgia was founded in 1830 and is the county seat of Mitchell County. The town was named after Camilla, the daughter of a local plantation owner.
4. The Mitchell County Courthouse Fire (1902): On April 15, 1902, a fire destroyed the Mitchell County Courthouse. The fire was believed to have been caused by a faulty stovepipe.
5. The Mitchell County Tornado (1917): On April 6, 1917, a tornado struck Mitchell County, killing four people and injuring dozens more. The