Peach County Georgia Public Records
Peach County is located in the central part of Georgia and is part of the Macon metropolitan area. The county seat is Fort Valley. As of the 2010 census, the population was 27,695.
Government:
The county is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners, elected from single-member districts. The board is responsible for setting the county's budget, levying taxes, and making policy decisions.
The county is also served by a sheriff, a district attorney, a probate judge, a clerk of court, a tax commissioner, and a coroner.
Facts:
• Peach County was created in 1924 from parts of Houston, Macon, and Taylor counties.
• The county is named for the peach trees that were once abundant in the area.
• The county seat is Fort Valley, which is home to Fort Valley State University.
• The county is home to the Georgia Peach Festival, held annually in Fort Valley.
• The county is home to the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, which hosts a variety of events throughout the year.
Peach County Courthouse
Peach County Georgia Court is located at:
Peach County Courthouse
205 West Church Street
Fort Valley, GA 31030
Phone: (478) 825-7001
Peach County Court Jurisdiction
Peach County Superior Court is located in Fort Valley, Georgia and is the court of general jurisdiction for Peach County. 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:
Peach County Superior Court
205 West Church Street Fort Valley, GA 31030
Peach County Historical Facts
1. The Battle of Griswoldville (November 22, 1864): During the Civil War, Confederate forces under the command of General Howell Cobb clashed with Union forces led by General Judson Kilpatrick in the small town of Griswoldville, Georgia. The battle resulted in a Confederate victory, with the Union forces retreating.
2. The Great Locomotive Chase (April 12, 1862): During the Civil War, a group of Union soldiers led by James J. Andrews stole a Confederate locomotive and attempted to destroy the Western and Atlantic Railroad. The mission failed, but the daring raid was later immortalized in the 1956 Disney film The Great Locomotive Chase.
3. The Peach County Courthouse Fire (April 5, 1891): A fire destroyed the Peach County Courthouse in Fort Valley, Georgia. The courthouse was rebuilt and is still in use today.
4. The Fort Valley State University Riot (April 6, 1961): A riot broke out at Fort Valley State University after a group of students attempted to desegregate the school. The riot resulted in the arrest of several students and the deployment of the Georgia National Guard.