Morgan County Georgia Public Records
The government of Morgan County, Georgia is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners. The Board is elected by the citizens of Morgan County and is responsible for setting the county's budget, levying taxes, and enacting ordinances. The Board also appoints a County Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the county.
The county seat of Morgan County is Madison, Georgia. The county has a population of 17,868, according to the 2019 U.S. Census. The median household income is $50,945 and the median home value is $164,400. The county is served by the Morgan County School District, which includes seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school.
Morgan County is home to several state parks, including Hard Labor Creek State Park, High Falls State Park, and Oconee National Forest. The county is also home to several historic sites, including the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, the Madison-Morgan County Historical Society, and the Madison-Morgan County African American Heritage Museum.
Morgan County Courthouse
Morgan County Georgia Court
Address:
Morgan County Courthouse
77 Jackson Street
Madison, GA 30650
Morgan County Court Jurisdiction
Morgan County Georgia court jurisdiction is located in Madison, Georgia. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic violations. The court also has jurisdiction over probate matters, including wills, estates, guardianships, and conservatorships. The address is: Morgan County Courthouse, 1220 College Drive, Madison, GA 30650.
Morgan County Historical Facts
1. The Battle of Brown's Mill (July 30, 1864): During the American Civil War, the Battle of Brown's Mill was fought in Morgan County, Georgia. Confederate forces under General Joseph Wheeler defeated Union forces under General George Stoneman.
2. The Great Locomotive Chase (April 12, 1862): During the American Civil War, the Great Locomotive Chase occurred in Morgan County, Georgia. A group of Union soldiers, led by James J. Andrews, stole a Confederate locomotive and attempted to destroy the Western and Atlantic Railroad.
3. The Battle of Sunshine Church (July 17, 1864): During the American Civil War, the Battle of Sunshine Church was fought in Morgan County, Georgia. Confederate forces under General Joseph Wheeler defeated Union forces under General George Stoneman.
4. The Battle of Griswoldville (November 22, 1864): During the American Civil War, the Battle of Griswoldville was fought in Morgan County, Georgia. Confederate forces under General Joseph Wheeler defeated Union forces under General George Stoneman.
5. The Battle of Madison (July 4, 1864): During the American Civil War, the Battle of Madison was