2018 Living on Main Street

LIVING ON MAIN STREET A VISITOR’S GUIDE TO MAIN STREET TOCCOA • November 2018

FEATURING: Downtown Walking Guide Historic Plaque Tour Hollywood in Toccoa “Currahee:” A Battle Cry Toccoa is a Tree City Business Directory

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MAIN STREET TOCCOA’S mission is to improve Toccoa’s quality of life by strengthening downtown’s role as the community’s heart.

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CONTENTS WELCOME 5

MAIN STREET TOCCOA

SIGHTS OF STEPHENS COUNTY

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LOCAL & REGIONAL FAVORITES

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92 N. Alexander Street Toccoa, GA 30577

TRAVEL BACK IN TIME

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877.6.TOCCOA

WALKING GUIDE 16 GETTING DOWNTOWN 17 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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YOUR DAY DOWNTOWN

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“CURRAHEE:” A BATTLE CRY

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HOLLYWOOD IN TOCCOA

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NIGHT AT THE RITZ

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DID YOU KNOW? 26 A NEW RECREATIONAL PARK

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TOURISM PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

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TOCCOA IS A TREE CITY

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY 32

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WELCOME Toccoa comes from the Cherokee for “beautiful.” Our quaint city, located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in the heart of Northeast Georgia certainly embodies that; and there is no better evidence of Toccoa’s beauty than its historic downtown.

Walking the streets of Downtown Toccoa is not entirely unlike step-

The cornerstone of Downtown Toccoa is the Historic Ritz Theatre.

ping into the past. Bells softly ring as you step into our unique spe-

Also located on the National Register of Historic Places, the Ritz fea-

cialty shops. Brick pavers line the sidewalks. Lights twinkle on our

tures weekly concerts, movies, performances, and more.

tree-lined Doyle Street. Facades are beautifully restored. Oh, and parking is free! Downtown Toccoa is picturesque – and for good rea-

Take a look at our Night at the Ritz feature to see a line-up of our

son. We are proudly certified as a Georgia Exceptional Main Street

special acts. We’re proud to say that the revitalization work at the

(GEMS) community, the highest and rarest designation awarded in

Ritz has been recognized: The Ritz is the winner of the 2017 Chair-

the State of Georgia.

man’s Award for Excellence in Historic Rehabilitation from the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, the nation’s largest statewide

All of this is due to Toccoa’s award-winning revitalization and restoration projects. When you step into Downtown Toccoa, you step into a National Register of Historic Places District.

non-profit preservation organization.

Come and see what the buzz is about. We can’t wait for you to visit Historic Downtown Toccoa. There’s something for everyone here.

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WELCOME WELCOME TO DOWNTOWN TOCCOA DDA Chair, Mr. Clint Sanders As Chairman of the Downtown Development Authority (DDA), I am proud and honored to lead the efforts in continual improvement in quality of life in Downtown Toccoa. The DDA guides Main Street Toccoa in the implementation of goals set forth by the Toccoa City Commission. Made up of seven downtown businesses and property owners, the DDA works hard to represent the community’s interest downtown.

As part of our efforts, we oversee a competitive façade grant program that has contributed to the overall beautification efforts downtown. I’m also proud to say that we have been designated a 2018 PlanFirst and 2018 Rural Zone Community, one of the first 9 in the State of Georgia. These programs allow us to provide special tax credits to downtown business and property owners.

Downtown Toccoa showcases the charm and hospitality of our beautiful city. Enjoy your visit downtown, and we hope you’ll come back to visit us.

WELCOME TO MAIN STREET Main Street Manager, Christian Hamilton When one thinks of “Main Street,” imagery typically includes scenic storefront-lined streets, families walking, unique shops, and more. The hustle and bustle of a city can best be seen in a concentrated Main Street District.

Downtown Toccoa is no different. Here at Main Street Toccoa, we focus on continued business recruitment and retention in Downtown Toccoa through a targeted effort focused on design, organization, promotions, and economic development. We are working with the DDA this year to implement several things downtown. These include:

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The complete restoration work of the Ritz Theatre balcony, to be concluded by January 2019.

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Installation of Phase II of our Downtown Wayfinding Signage, to be concluded by June 2019.

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Continued recruitment of new business for downtown and the promotion of existing businesses.

STAFF: CHRISTIAN HAMILTON, SHARON CROSBY, CONNIE TABOR, DANITA GAUDETTE, VICKY KING, BRADLEY JORDAN

As Chairman Sanders stated above, we are excited about our new PlanFirst and Rural Zone designations. As one of few communities with both of these designations, you can be confident that Downtown Toccoa is not only a great place to locate your business, it’s simply a great place to be!

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LOCAL & REGIONAL FAVORITES 1. CAMP TOCCOA AT CURRAHEE Located at the base of Currahee Mountain, Camp Toccoa is the historic location and training facility for Easy Company, featured on HBO’s Band of Brothers. Camp Toccoa is in a state of revitalization and includes a new pavilion, barracks buildings, and a C-47, the very same style of plane that U.S. paratroopers jumped from in WWII. Currahee Mountain also serves as Toccoa’s most famous hiking and rock climbing site and rises to an elevation of 1,740 feet.

Currahee, meaning “stands alone,” is located at the beginning of the Appalachian Mountains.

2. CURRAHEE MILITARY MUSEUM This world-class museum features a diverse collection of memorabilia from the more than 18,000 soldiers who trained as paratroopers at Camp Toccoa during WWII. Additionally, the museum features war history from the Civil War up through modern times, as well as a local and regional showcase. The Currahee Military Museum also features a revolving exhibit sponsored by various advocacy and social organizations that honors the dedication of the military throughout American history.

3. HISTORIC STEPHENS COUNTY COURTHOUSE Constructed in 1907, the Stephens County Courthouse was built as the official seat of government for the relatively new Stephens County. The historic courthouse, faithfully renovated in 2009, still holds certain county offices. The old courtroom on the second floor is worth a visit and has been featured in several films due to its style reminiscent of the early to mid-1900s.

4. HISTORIC RITZ THEATRE Constructed in 1939 as a single-screen movie theater, the Ritz Theatre has been meticulously renovated and now offers affordable and quality entertainment on a regular basis. The Ritz Theatre installed a neon-lit marquee in 2016, a state-of-the-art sound system in 2017, and balcony renovations are to be completed by early 2019. Visit www.ritztheatretoccoa.com for programming information.

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5. HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA

6. TOCCOA FALLS

The cultural heart of the City of Toccoa, the historic downtown

This beautiful waterfall rests on the scenic 1,100-acre wooded

district is located on both the Georgia and National Registers

campus of Toccoa Falls College. At 186 feet high, Toccoa Falls

of Historic Places. Downtown Toccoa features vibrant

is one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River. In

storefronts and services and contains one of only

fact, it is taller than Niagara Falls! The falls are available for

three Southern Crescent Amtrak stations in the

public viewing from 8:30am to sundown for a nominal fee.

State of Georgia. It is anchored by the Historic Ritz Theatre on the west, the Doyle Street Pool on the east, and the new grant-funded Railway Viewing Platform on the south.

7. LAKE TOCCOA RECREATIONAL PARK Lake Toccoa is the City of Toccoa’s newest park. Featuring an affordable 9-hole golf course, a diverse selection of craft beer and local wine at Ping’s Grill, and a newly renovated event center – Reflections, Lake Toccoa is fun for the entire family. A pier and pavilion are in the process of construction, and a handicapped accessible walking trail will soon be completed around the lake’s perimeter.

8. PAUL ANDERSON PARK This beautiful park celebrates the legacy of Paul Edward Anderson (1932-1994), an Olympic gold medalist, weightlifter, and philanthropist. Paul Anderson is known for back-lifting 6,270 pounds, the greatest weight ever lifted by a human being. As a devout Christian, Paul and his wife, Glenda, later founded the Paul Anderson Youth Home in Vidalia, Georgia.

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LOCAL & REGIONAL FAVORITES 9. TUGALOO BEND HERITAGE SITE An 87-acre site located on the Tugaloo River, the Tugaloo Bend Heritage Site was home to Estatoe, a Cherokee village, and subsequently, a 19th and 20th century operating farm. Today, the site is home to a pavilion, public restrooms, a picnic area, and walking trails (including a handicapped-accessible trail).

The Tugaloo Bend Heritage Site is open on the weekends for general admission, as well as during the week by appointment.

There is no charge for admission.

10. GEORGIA BAPTIST CONFERENCE CENTER Available at an affordable price for Christians and non-profit organizations to host retreats, day meetings, and banquets, this beautiful conference center boasts 240 guest rooms, a 1,000seat auditorium, a 300-seat chapel, 42 meeting rooms, a coffee and snack shop, as well as a lake-view dining room. It also offers fishing, a 150’ water slide, lake swimming, hiking, canoeing, tennis, and basketball. Call the conference center for availability or touring.

11. TRAVELER’S REST HISTORIC SITE This historic stagecoach inn is a perfectly preserved relic of the early 1800s. Located at the crossroads of King’s Highway and the end of the Unicoi Turnpike, Traveler’s Rest contains its original furnishings and artifacts. The grounds are open daily and the inn itself is open on Saturdays and Sundays.

12. CURRAHEE CLUB ON LAKE HARTWELL Currahee Club is an award-winning 1,200-acre private community located in the North Georgia foothills of the Appalachian Mountains along the shores of Lake Hartwell. Amenities and activities are abundant with a Lake Park and Pavilion, Fazio Championship golf course, 48,000 square foot mountain chic Clubhouse, 5-acre Sports Campus, hiking trails, and more. Homesites from $70,000 and homes from $300,000.

Learn more about Currahee Club by visiting www.curraheeclub.com or calling 706.827.1000.

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13. TOCCOA RACEWAY The fastest 1,650 feet of dirt in Georgia and a staple of the Appalachian foothills, the Toccoa Raceway is a high-banked oval dirt track that also has the honor of being the oldest operating track in Georgia. The Toccoa Raceway hosts races every Saturday night from March through September. It is family fun for all ages. Find out more at www.toccoaraceway.com.

14. HISTORIC HOMES OF MARTIN Ten miles south of Toccoa, off of the new Currahee Parkway, historic Martin features many beautiful and quaint homes like the Yow-Dean House, the old Martin Institute, the Walters-Alexander House, and the Stovall House. Martin’s homes were most recently featured in the coveted 2017 Spring Ramble, hosted by the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation. Martin is a National Register Historic District.

15. ROSE LANE SPORTS COMPLEX The Rose Lane Sports Complex rests on 88 acres and serves as the home for the Stephens County Recreation Department.

The complex boasts soccer, softball, football, and other athletic fields, concession stands and public restrooms, tennis and basketball courts, gymnasiums, walking trails, a disc golf course, a children’s playground, an indoor heated therapeutic swimming pool, extensive facilities for seniors, and more. Most recently, the SCentral Bark Dog Park was completed.

16. CURRAHEE VINEYARD Currahee Vineyard is locally owned and operated and rests at the base of Currahee Mountain. Come out for the award-winning Ole Blue, 3 Mile White, Apple, and more, or a world famous wine slushy. The tasting room is open from Thursday to Sunday. Live music is offered every Sunday.

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TRAVEL BACK IN TIME When walking the streets of Downtown Toccoa, you’re sure to see rich green and bronze plaques located on nearly every storefront. Main Street Toccoa is proud of its active historic plaque program, which has seen over 50 plaques installed since it began several years ago.

The Main Street Toccoa Historic Plaque program highlights the unique storefronts and people that have inhabited Downtown Toccoa in years past.

The program is presented as part of a coordinated effort

by Main Street Toccoa, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Historic Preservation Division, and the Georgia Department of Community Affairs.

Whether it’s the McNeely & Company building, whose catchphrase, “from the cradle to the grave,” was apt in that the business constructed furniture, operated as a mortuary, and grew as a casket company, or the Studio, featuring the original hand-crafted bricks from the old Toccoa Brickyard, there is so much history in Downtown Toccoa that needs to be shared.

This is why Main Street Toccoa has created an historic plaque walking guide. This walking guide is not only freeof-charge, but features full-color photographs and narratives on durable glossy paper to follow along with as you walk the historic plaques.

Begin your journey at the Historic Train Depot as you enjoy the deep history of the Currahee Military Museum, then weave your way through the back alleys and across the railroad tracks as the walking guide takes you through quaint nooks and across the Main Street, ending your trek downtown at the Ritz Theatre in time for popcorn and a movie. If you haven’t had enough fun already, head out to the Lake Toccoa for one final historic plaque and enjoy an ice-cold beverage on the lakeside patio at Ping’s Grill.

Each plaque referenced in the guide features particular tidbits of information about the historic structures themselves, relating to building construction, materials used, tenants over the years, and much more. Come by the Main Street Office and pick up your free walking guide today.

For more information, visit www.mainstreettoccoa.com.

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Currahee Military Museum is a very unique museum, filled with the history of WWII Paratroopers that trained at Camp Toccoa at Currahee Mountain.

The stories of the men fought with newly formed Parachute Infantry Regiments 506th, 501st, 511th and 517th Parachute Regiment Combat Team have been told in hundreds of books and movies over the years. Their training and military fighting in the European and Pacific Campaigns have been featured in movies such as HBO’s Band of Brothers, Saving Private Ryan, Airborne Creed, and The Dirty Dozen, officially known as Toccoa Men, The Filthy Thirteen.

Featured exhibit is an original horse stable from Aldbourne, England that was used as housing before and after D-Day 1944 by Able and Easy Companies, 506th. The stable, 70 feet long, is located inside the museum and showcases each of the regiments that trained in Toccoa.

Also in display is Toccoa and Stephens County’s rich local history. It is a quality museum on display in a beautifully restored train depot, located in Downtown Toccoa.

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VISITOR WALKING GUIDE www.mainstreettoccoa.com • (877) 6-TOCCOA

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GETTING DOWNTOWN We mean it when we say that Toccoa is at the heart of Northeast Georgia – all roads lead here! The new Highway 17 expansion, designated by the Georgia General Assembly as the Currahee Parkway, is a four-lane highway that connects much of Habersham and Stephens Counties.

If you’re up for a journey, you can take it almost all the way to Savannah on the coast! Toccoa is conveniently located a short distance off of Highway 441 and Interstate 85, as well as State Routes 106 and 145, so you’re never without options.

The classic way to arrive in Toccoa is by rail. Our Amtrak station, one of only three in Georgia, rests on the Southern Crescent line, which runs from New Orleans to New York City.

You can even fly into Toccoa. The Toccoa Airport, also known as R.G. LeTourneau Airfield, sees dozens of airplanes a week. Take in the scenic view as you fly 10,000 feet over the Georgia Mountains.

While you’re waiting for your train, stop in at the Welcome Center

Charter a private jet or enjoy a smaller flight through the moun-

and visit the Currahee Military Museum or purchase a ticket for

tains. The newly renovated terminal at LeTourneau is the epitome

a show at the Ritz. If you prefer to wait in a more relaxed envi-

of class and culture, and is certainly worth a visit.

ronment, our new Railway Viewing Platform, located a short distance from the station, provides comfortable benches and shade

Whether it’s by plane, train, or automobile, there’s always a way to

to watch Norfolk Southern and Amtrak trains on the active line.

get to Toccoa.

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RITZ THEATRE EVENTS 2018

2019

OCT 4 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: JOE GRANSDEN WITH SONGS OF SINATRA & FRIENDS

JAN 4 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: THE MALPASS BROTHERS

OCT 13 SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC PRESENTS: JORDAN’S BRIDGE

JAN 12 SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC PRESENTS: TROY BURNES FAMILY

OCT 15 OPEN MIC MONDAY

JAN 21 OPEN MIC MONDAY GRAND FINALE

OCT 18 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: EDGAR LOUDERMILK FT. JEFF AUTRY

FEB 7 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: MILKSHAKE MAYFIELD

OCT 21 TOCCOA SYMPHONY PRESENTS: ECLECTIC FRIGHT ORCHESTRA

FEB 9 SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC PRESENTS: OASIS

NOV 3 MAINSTREET – A TRIBUTE TO BOB SEGAR

FEB 22 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: THE PIATIGORSKY FOUNDATION’S LINDA ROSENTHAL AND JACK SANDERS

NOV 10 SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC PRESENTS: DEBRA PERRY & JAIDYN’S CALL

MAR 8 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: MILLENNIAL

NOV 13 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: CHUCK NATION & TMU CHOIR

MAR 9 SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC PRESENTS: CHILDREN OF THE PROMISE

NOV 17 DAVID LEE: ULTIMATE ELVIS

APR 12 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: MARK NIZER 4D

NOV 19 OPEN MIC MONDAY DEC 6 CHRISTMAS MOVIES AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: THE POLAR EXPRESS DEC 7 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: KEVIN MAX OF DC TALK DEC 8 SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC PRESENTS: THE SINGING SAINTS FT. RAY WHITEN DEC 13 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE FROM WVL RADIO THEATRE DEC 14 CHRISTMAS MOVIES AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: WHITE CHRISTMAS DEC 17 OPEN MIC MONDAY

APR 13 SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC PRESENTS: HOMELAND BOYS APR 12, 19, 26 THE RITZ PRESENTS… MOVIE SERIES MAY 3 A NIGHT OF JAZZ: TFC JAZZ BAND AND TOCCOA JAZZ MAY 11 SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC PRESENTS: GEORGIA MAY 17 NIGHT AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: THE HUNTERTONES JUN 14 SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC PRESENTS: ISAAC WELL EVERY THURSDAY IN JUNE & JULY SUMMER MOVIES AT THE RITZ

DEC 20 CHRISTMAS MOVIES AT THE RITZ PRESENTS: THE STAR

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MAIN STREET TOCCOA EVENTS 2018 OCT 4-7 CURRAHEE MILITARY WEEKEND OCT 27-28 TOCCOA HARVEST FESTIVAL HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA OCT 31 MAIN STREET COSTUME PARADE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA NOV 24 SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA NOV 30 CHRISTMASFEST & LIGHTING OF THE TREE, HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA NOV 30 - DEC 30 TOCCOA ON ICE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA

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2019 JAN 24 ANNUAL MAIN STREET AWARDS HISTORIC RITZ THEATRE FEB 15 ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION WITH TIM WOMICK HISTORIC RITZ THEATRE FEB 22-23 MEET THE ARTIST SHOWCASE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA MAY 4 TOAST OF TOCCOA HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA MAY 4 CURRAHEE ARTIST GUILD SPRING ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA EVERY SATURDAY IN JUNE, JULY, & AUGUST IDA COX MUSIC SERIES HISTORIC DOWNTOWN TOCCOA

YOUR DAY DOWNTOWN With over 150 stores, restaurants, and business services, there is something for everyone in historic Downtown Toccoa.

For a rare treat, enjoy getting pampered between your meals with a trip to Details 73 Hair Salon or Spa & Salon Anastasia. Both of these businesses, as well as others downtown, offer luxurious spa services perfect for a romantic day trip or “me-time.”

We recommend spending breakfast, lunch, and dinner downtown, with time for exploring our quaint shops and unique storefronts in

Shopping options are unique and range from All Things Currahee,

between!

a celebration of our local artists and craft vendors, to CK Morgan & Company, which provides personal and monogrammed gift items

Start your morning by visiting us at the Main Street Office, located

for that extra special someone. Troup’s Studio is one of Downtown

on the third floor of City Hall. We’re open bright and early at 8am,

Toccoa’s oldest establishments. In addition to photography, Troup’s

folks! We’d love to give you a free historic plaque booklet that you

is our regional Hallmark store and provides name-brand merchan-

can bring with you as you visit our downtown.

dise, ornaments, gift cards, and more! On the way home, stop by Downtown Flowers to bring your loved ones some flowers from an

For breakfast, there’s no place in Toccoa quite like BJ’s (which hap-

award-winning local supplier. Or enjoy painting classes at Tugalo

pens to serve a great lunch, too!). Enjoy the made-from-scratch bis-

Station.

cuits, a hot cup of coffee, and friendly faces. For lunch, visit Shirley’s Sole Food, featured on Alton Brown’s Feasting on Asphalt. This

If you’re staying the night, enjoy a show at the Historic Ritz Theatre

homegrown eatery features some of the best food in all of Georgia,

before meandering back to the Simmons-Bond Inn Bed & Break-

so get there early to get a table! For another option, The Rebel Café

fast or Country Hearth Inn. And don’t forget a tour of the Currahee

features a classic lunch counter with some good food and great

Military Museum the next morning before you leave or a stop at the

conversations. And when you’re hungry again, have dinner at the

Cornerstone Antique Market to find that hidden treasure! Before you

X-Factor Grill, featuring great food like shrimp and grits and cold

leave, don’t forget to sign the guest book at the Toccoa-Stephens

beer, or Puerto Nuevo, for a spicy Mexican dish complemented by

County Welcome Center. We can’t wait for you to enjoy your time in

a frosty margarita. Treat yourself to a cupcake at Victoria’s Sweet

Historic Downtown Toccoa!

Treats for a delectable dessert!

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“CURRAHEE:” A BATTLE CRY! Just imagine it. You’re standing on a C-47 flying over France. The year is 1944. The door is open as the biting wind smarts your cheek. You see the light above the door turn green as your commanding officer yells, “Currahee!” and your squad jumps out of the plane into the battle below.

Scenes like this have played out over many books and movies over the years. All of them revolve around a special group of men that trained right here in Toccoa as paratroopers at Camp Toccoa. What many don’t realize is that the men of the 506th Infantry Regiment did not only serve America during WWII, but continue to do so today.

“Currahee!” is still the battle cry of courageous men and women who serve our country.

In World War II, “Currahee!” was proclaimed on D-Day, during Operation Market Garden, at Bastogne and the overarching Battle of the Bulge. “Currahee!” was yelled in Vietnam from 1967 – 1971 and in Sinai in 1984. The brave men of the 506th Infantry Regiment were stationed in South Korea in 1987 and “Currahee!” served as the battle cry of the 506th in Iraq in 2004 and in Afghanistan in 2008.

The regiment is active today. And every single one of those men and women who serve in it understand its history began right here in Toccoa, Georgia. Come visit our Currahee Military Museum and see thousands of exhibit pieces, including the actual stable from Aldbourne, England where the “Band of Brothers” stayed during WWII. Then take a short drive to Camp Toccoa at Currahee and see the camp in a process of revitalization. The Col. Sink Memorial Trail leading 3 miles up and 3 miles down is right nearby, and gives you the opportunity to run the same ground that our brave soldiers ran.

EXPERIENCE “CURRAHEE!” RIGHT HERE IN TOCCOA.

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HOLLYWOOD IN TOCCOA Toccoa’s just about ready to get its own “HOLLYWOOD”-style letter

Movies filmed in Toccoa have premiered on Inspiration Network

sign. For much of cinema history, the West Coast, specifically Cali-

(INSP), Netflix, Amazon, and other means of distribution. According

fornia, has been home to most movie studios and filming locations.

to the production company executives who have produced films in Toccoa, what makes these films truly unique in our homegrown

Now, and for the past two years, Georgia has surpassed California and is the number one place in the world to do business in the film industry.

community is how hospitable and supportive the people and civic leadership of Toccoa-Stephens County are to them.

Our people come in droves to be extras in the films. They enjoy be-

According to the Georgia Department of Economic Development,

ing involved and wearing period-appropriate attire. We have quite a

just in the fiscal year 2017, film and TV production had an economic

collection of vintage automobiles right here in our area, and often-

impact in Georgia of $9.5 billion.

times, local homes are utilized for cast and crew.

Toccoa has seen quite a bit of the filmmaking business. Not only due

Our downtown businesses have been used as filming locations,

to the natural beauty of our community, picturesque downtown with

for serving the cast and crew, building props, managing wardrobe,

quaint shops and restaurants, historic courthouse, beautiful pas-

and other logistical needs for the sets. The Historic Ritz Theatre has

tures, lakes, rivers and rolling hills, farming homesteads with a vari-

served as the premiere location for two of the films, with more sched-

ety of barns and original outbuildings, and the list goes on, Toccoa

uled for the future. Our hotels, conference centers, restaurants, local

has become a prime scouting location for reps in the film industry.

retailers, as well as residents, all benefit from the investment made in our community during the preparation, shooting, and wrap up of

Toccoa-Stephens County is a Georgia Camera Ready Community

each film project in Toccoa-Stephens County.

and has been home base for six film projects in the past three years.

Some of those films include Heritage Falls, County Line, Legal Ac-

The film production crews keep coming back to Toccoa, not only

tion, The Legend of Five Mile Cave, and When We Last Spoke. All

because of the natural beauty, but because of the amazing people

of which have brought well-known actors such as Melissa Gilbert,

who make our community a great place to do business and a great-

Cloris Leachman, Corbin Bernsen, David Keith, Tom Wopat, Jeff Fa-

er place to do life! Come on downtown to Toccoa so you can see

hey, Grant Goodeve, Eric Close, Tommy Flanagan, Adam Baldwin,

what keeps them coming back!

Jill Wagner, and Jet Jurgensmeyer to Toccoa.

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FILMED ON LOCATION IN TOCCOA, GA.

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NIGHT AT THE RITZ It’s back for Season Two, folks! Night at the Ritz was such a success that we’re bringing it back for another year, and we’ve already had two shows thus far! We kicked off Night at the Ritz with Joe Gransden and his Songs of Sinatra and Friends show on October 4, 2018 as part of Currahee Military Weekend, then international Bluegrass star (and Eastanollee native!) Edgar Loudermilk brought quite an experience on October 18. On November 13, we’ll see Chuck Nation perform with the Truett McConnell University Choir.

This event series is brought to you by Main Street Toccoa, the Toc-

In December, we’ve got two acts:

coa City Commission, the Fox Theatre Institute, South Arts, and a

December 7 - Four-time Grammy Award winner Kevin Max, of Christian super-group dc Talk

Get your tickets online NOW before they sell out. Tickets are only

December 13 - will bring live theatre with It’s a Wonderful Life.

very generous grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts.

$10 for adults, $5 for children, and $5 for students with an ID. We’ll see you out for a quality Night at the Ritz!

The new year rolls around with another performance from Classic Country duo, The Malpass Brothers. February brings another returning favorite, the always enigmatic Mr. Milkshake Mayfield and his Milkshake Quintet, as well as a free classical show sponsored by the Piatigorsky Foundation featuring Linda Rosenthal and Jack Sanders.

March brings indie-pop-rock to the Ritz Theatre for the first time with Millennial, while April features Mark Nizer 4D, a theatrical stunt show perfect for the family. Finally, we’ll conclude Night at the Ritz this year with the world-famous, The Huntertones, presented in conjunction with the Fox Theatre Institute.

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DID YOU KNOW? Main Street Toccoa is a municipal organization that promotes economic development, business recruitment, business retention, and tourism product development in Downtown Toccoa. What

Below are a few things we are proud of over the last year:

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We’ve garnered DESIGNATION AS A 2018 RURAL ZONE, one of only nine in the State of Georgia. This designation allows you to receive substantial tax credits for job creation, building purchase, and building rehabilitation for locating in Downtown Toccoa.

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We’ve garnered DESIGNATION AS A 2018 PLANFIRST COMMUNITY. This means that we have gone the extra mile in comprehensive planning for our city’s future.

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We’ve won two awards from the Georgia Downtown Association: 2018 BOARD MEMBERS OF THE YEAR for Marilyn and Patrick Hall and the 2018 DOWNTOWN EXCELLENCE AWARD IN PROMOTIONS for our Totally Toccoa Solar Eclipse event.

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We’ve won the 2018 OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY GRAND AWARD from the Georgia Urban Forestry Council.

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We’ve received SEVERAL GRANT AWARDS FOR RITZ THEATRE PROGRAMMING from the Georgia Council for the Arts, South Arts, and the Fox Theatre Institute.

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We INSTALLED A DOWNTOWN RAILWAY VIEWING PLATFORM with grant funding from the Georgia Department of Economic Development.

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We received another grant from the Georgia Department of Economic Development to continue PHASE II OF OUR DOWNTOWN WAYFINDING SIGNAGE PROGRAM.

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We are in the process of RESTORING THE BALCONY OF THE RITZ THEATRE with funding from the United States Department of Agriculture.

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We are in the process of BUILDING A PIER AND PAVILION AT LAKE TOCCOA with funding from the National Park Service.

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We COMPLETED PHASE VI OF OUR DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE PROJECT with funding from the Georgia Department of Transportation.

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We COMPLETED PHASE II OF OUR HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY OF THE CITY OF TOCCOA with funding from the State Historic Preservation Division.

you may not know is that, organizationally, Main Street Toccoa is a sub-department of the City of Toccoa’s Community Development Department. That’s right, we work for you, the public!

As part of our duties, we not only manage the Downtown Development Authority, Historic Preservation Commission, downtown and Ritz Theatre events, and more, but we also write grants for the city and implement them. Additionally, we serve in Planning with assistance on the Comprehensive Plan and city zoning. All of these tasks allow us to better serve you in Main Street.

Thank you for your generous support of Main Street Toccoa. With your help, we are able to continue to revitalize our beautiful community!

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A NEW RECREATIONAL PARK The City of Toccoa has a targeted effort on providing public access

Within the next year, Lake Toccoa will also be home to a .7 mile ful-

to passive and active recreation in the community.

ly-ADA compliant concrete walking trail. This trail, situated around the perimeter of Lake Toccoa, will be free to use and will include

As part of this effort, parks like Henderson Falls Park, Alewine Park,

seating areas for relaxation around the lake.

Emory Johnson Park, and even the Doyle Street Pool provide ample opportunity for citizens to engage in active recreational oppor-

All of these amenities are either free or low in cost to serve all seg-

tunities.

ments of Toccoa’s population. Come out and enjoy the Lake Toccoa Recreational Park today, and watch as it grows in the coming years.

There’s a new park on the horizon, however.

The Lake Toccoa Recreational Park, as city officials are calling it, takes the existing facilities at Lake Toccoa and improves upon them in meaningful ways. City-owned and operated, Lake Toccoa is not only the City of Toccoa’s water supply, but the prettiest view in all of Northeast Georgia.

Citizens and visitors alike can enjoy the expansive 9-hole golf course at the Links at Lake Toccoa, enjoy a burger and one of dozens of craft beers and regional wines at Ping’s Grill, a fully-restored 1940s-era Army Officer’s Club with a lakeside patio, and book an event at the fully-restored Reflections at Lake Toccoa event center.

If you visit Lake Toccoa today, you’ll see that work is being done next to Ping’s Grill. This is the site of a pavilion, to be installed in the coming months. This large pavilion, situated by the lake, will cater perfectly to weddings, birthday parties, concerts, meetings, and more. And in several months, a pier will be constructed also. This pier will allow for fishing and also have paddle boat slips, allowing citizens to enjoy the beautiful lake.

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TOURISM PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT What is tourism product development? We can give you a long

Product Development Resource Team from the Georgia Department

and technical definition, but in essence – tourism product devel-

of Economic Development. They spent two days in Toccoa analyzing

opment is a cataloging of possible tourism resources in our com-

what we have to offer, what we could offer, and how to promote our

munity and promoting them to the general public. When we say,

community. They returned in August of 2017 to report on their find-

“tourism product development,” we are referring to things like the

ings. But they didn’t just leave.

Currahee Military Museum or Lake Toccoa, or even things like the installation of new wayfinding signage and a butterfly garden.

A visit from a Resource Team means that a community is eligible to receive grant funding focused on the development of tourism

Tourism products are anything in our community that promote it in a tangible way.

resources. Because of their visit, the City of Toccoa received grant funding to construct a Railway Viewing Platform, which was completed in May 2018, and was recently awarded a grant to complete

How do we know what is considered a tourism product? Well,

Phase II of our Downtown Wayfinding Signage.

many of our tourism resources are obvious. Most people will say Toccoa Falls or Camp Toccoa at Currahee first, perhaps, but Toc-

A report is worthless if it collects dust on a shelf.

coa is special in that it has received a visit from a group of people who specifically catalog tourism resources in a community.

“Rest assured that we will continue to analyze this report and promote our community through it.”

In March of 2017, the City of Toccoa received a visit from a Tourism

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TOCCOA IS A TREE CITY Here in Downtown Toccoa, we appreciate our trees. Downtown design can be seen as something of an “urban forest,” and trees contribute not only to the natural beauty of an area, but, especially in a downtown, the historic accuracy of the area.

Because we recognize the importance of trees, in 2006, Toccoa was first designated as a Tree City USA at the Georgia Arbor Day Ceremony by the Georgia Urban Forest Council. What does this mean?

It means that we spend at least $2 per capita on tree planting, maintenance, pruning, and education in our efforts to beautify the City of Toccoa through natural efforts. It means we have a Tree Ordinance and a Tree City board (our Planning Commission), both of which help to determine uniformity in design and maintenance.

As a Tree City, we host a yearly Arbor Day celebration, usually culminating in the planting of trees downtown. This past year, we hosted Tim Womick, the “modern-day Johnny Appleseed,” who taught our school-aged children all about trees and the ecosystem.

Being a Tree City isn’t just a designation. It’s a way of life for us. That’s why we are proud to have been awarded the 2018 Outstanding Community Grand Award from the Georgia Urban Forest Council.

Next time you’re downtown, try to imagine it without a single tree. It would sure look a lot less welcoming, wouldn’t it?

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT TOCCOA CITY COMMISSION The Toccoa City Commission was created and established in 1931 to govern the City of Toccoa. The following duly-elected representatives currently serve on the Commission.

Left to Right: Vice-Mayor Gail Fry Commissioner Terry Carter Mayor David Austin Commissioner Evan Hellenga Commissioner Jeanette Jamieson

DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY The Downtown Development Authority, responsible for the Main Street program, focuses on downtown organization, economic development, design, promotions, and recruitment.

Left to Right: Chairman Clint Sanders Mr. Clay Fisher Vice-Chairman Letha Phillips Mrs. Marilyn Hall Mr. Joe Sewell Mr. Bryan Westmoreland Not Pictured: City Commission Liaison Terry Carter Mr. Keith Kozicki (Ex Officio)

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TOCCOA PLANNING COMMISSION The TPC proactively evaluates and recommends changes to zoning ordinances and zoning maps as appropriate, as well as the overall planning processes utilized by the City of Toccoa.

Left to Right: Commissioner Angie Garland, Vice-Chairman Suzy Bellamy, Chairman Kinloch Dunlap, Commissioner Tara Simmons Not Pictured: Commissioner Billie Thompson

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION The HPC reviews certificates of appropriateness applications for renovations to the exterior of buildings in the historic district.

Left to Right: Commissioner Bill Defoor, Commissioner Susan Turner, Commissioner Patti Chism, Chairman Thurston Estes Not Pictured: Commissioner Victor Cuvo

ECONOMIC RESTRUCTURING COMMITTEE The ERC meets on an as-necessary basis to further economic development efforts in Downtown Toccoa.

Left to Right: Mrs. Rebekah Gailer, Mrs. Patti Joiner, Vice-Chairman Bryan Westmoreland, City Commission Liaison Terry Carter, Mrs. Michele Whiten, Mrs. Marilyn Hall Not Pictured: Chairman Tommy Moon, Mrs. Sharon Mahon

PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE The Promotions Committee works with the Main Street Toccoa Special Events Coordinator in the planning of thirty-five annual events downtown.

Left to Right: Mrs. Marcia McClain, Mrs. Marilyn Hall, Ms. Krystal Whitlock, Mrs. Rucia Adams, Mrs. Cavonna Holcomb, Mr. Phil Hobbs, Mr. Bob Troup, Mr. Johnny Gailer

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY ART, ANTIQUES & CULTURAL ENTERTAINMENT Cornerstone Antique Market Currahee Military Museum Gallery On Sage Mountain Cove Pottery Historic Ritz Theatre at the Schaefer Center Stephen County Historical Society The Chattel Shop The Star Theater The Studio & Frame Shop Troup’s Studio & Gold Crown Hallmark Tugalo Station

142 N. Sage Street 160 N. Alexander Street 11 Sage Street 23 Doyle Street 125 Doyle Street 160 N. Alexander Street 56 Doyle Street 55 W. Doyle Street 61 E. Doyle Street 26 E. Doyle Street 67 E. Tugalo Street

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AUTOMOTIVE SALES, SERVICE & SUPPLIES Browing’s Driver Improvement School Bulldog Auto Parts/NAPA Currahee Overland, LLC Powell Brothers BP Station Stan’s Service Center Tabor Motor Company The Collision Doctor Toccoa Tire & Recapping US Online Auto

148 E. Currahee Street 120 E. Currahee Street 40 W. Currahee Street 145 E. Currahee Street 74 W. Currahee Street 34 S. Pond Street 130 Railroad Street 229 W. Currahee Street 34 S. Pond Street

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CARDS, GIFTS, BOOKS, FILM, ELECTRONICS & FLOWERS Angel Oak Home [ash-ling] Booksellers Cami Originals CK Morgan & Co. Downtown Flowers Fish & Foliage Florists Hidden Treasures The Chattel Shop Troup’s Studio & Gold Crown Hallmark

118 N. Sage Street 47 Doyle Street 53 Foreacre Street 102 E. Tugalo Street 52 Doyle Street 79 S. Park Lane 168 North Pond Street 56 Doyle Street 26 E. Doyle Street

706-898-5427 706-886-2665 706-491-5549 706-297-7310 706-491-7200 706-886-6869 706-599-8537 706-391-0890 706-886-2369

475 E. Tugalo Street 105 E. Tugalo Street 333 E. Tugalo Street 315 N. Broad Street 995 E Tugalo Street 270 Savannah Street

706-886-6822 706-886-3680 706-886-9446

CHURCHES & ORGANIZATIONS First Baptist Church* First Presbyterian Church First United Methodist Church* Masonic Hall, Lodge No. 309 St. Matthias Episcoal VFW Post 4346

706-886-4413 706-886-2283

CLOTHING, CLEANING & SHOE SERVICES Chellley’s Fashions Threads Boutique Threads Sports Royal Cleaners

80 E. Doyle Street 96 N. Sage Street 96 N. Sage Street 22 N. Sage Street

706-886-2814 706-886-2814 706-886-3866

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CONVENIENCE & FOOD STORES American Eagle Food Mart Quick Stop & Shop Stephens County Farmers Market Building

30 S. Broad Street 156 W. Currahee Street 325 N. Broad Street

706-886-0170 706-886-2136 706-779-5501

DOCTORS, MEDICAL & ASSOCIATED SERVICES Addington Enterprises, Inc. Family Eye Care, Royal, Kay, CD Flexx Sport & Rehab Hermann, D. F. MD Lawrence Health & Wellness McDonald, Harry, MD Our Kids Pediatrics/Reese, Angela, MD PruittHealth PruittHealth Toccoa PruittHealth Pharmacy Raybon OB-GYN Sander’s Drugs Toccoa Eye Care, Kenneth Schneider, OD Varnadore, J. Greg, MD

352 N. Broad Street 58 E. Doyle Street 69 Doyle Street, Ste. 102 109 W. Savannah Street 334 N. Broad Street 201 Falls Road 154 W. Tugalo Street 211 E. Doyle Street 633 Falls Road 377 N. Pond Street 79 Doyle Street 61 Falls Road 72 Falls Road 231 Falls Road

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FINANCIAL, ACCOUNTING & BUSINESS SERVICES 1st Franklin Financial 1st Franklin Financial (Exec./Investment) Beavers & Company, LLC Dennis F. Bellamy, CPA Chamber of Commerce First Citizens Bank Harris Communications Jack Green, CPA Jamieson Income Tax Service Johnson & Fields, LLC Max T. Brock, CPA, PC Oconee Federal Phillips Group Regions Bank Russell’s Tax Service Stephens County Development Authority Stephens-Franklin Teachers Federal Credit Union Talent Force The Wright Credit Union

191 E. Tugalo Street 135 E. Tugalo Street 252 W. Savannah Street 322 N. Broad Street 160 N. Alexander Street 122 N. Alexander Street 21 S. Park Lane 37 W. Doyle Street 238 W. Savannah Street 161 E. Doyle Street 43 W. Doyle Street, #101 12 E. Doyle Street 125 E. Doyle Street 168 E. Doyle Street 114 N. Sage Street 31 W. Doyle Street 108 E. Currahee Street 221 N. Broad Street 286 N. Broad Street

706-886-2153 706-886-7571 706-886-8299 706-886-7522 706-886-2132 706-886-9421 706-886-4321 706-886-7143 706-886-6889 706-886-3173 706-297-7997 706-886-2112 706-886-9922 706-886-8481 706-886-2829 706-886-4242 706-886-7145 706-282-0978 706-886-2908

73 W. Doyle Street 65 E. Tugalo Street, Ste. 103 56 Doyle Street 56 Doyle Street 147 N. Alexander Street 62 Falls Road 40 Rice-Lewis-Gillard Drive 36 Doyle Street 42 Doyle Street 41 Doyle Street 170 N. Pond Street

706-886-9437 706-297-8939 706-886-4373 706-886-7496 706-282-1931 706-886-4342 706-282-6626 706-898-5660 706-827-0047 706-391-1839 706-201-1194

FITNESS, HEALTH & BEAUTY SHOPS Details Salon 73 Diamond Skills Training Academy Gail’s Infinity Hair Salon Phyllis’ Hairworks Rhythm Academy Ron’s Crowning Touch Shear Designs Southern Roots Salon Spa & Salon Anastasia Star Styles by Keka The Clipper Barber Shop

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY FOOD & BEVERAGE [ash-ling] Booksellers BJ’s Family Restaurant China Lin Chinese Restaurant Domino’s Pizza Just Right Catering Oscar Mikes Ice Cream Puerto Nuevo Mexican & Seafood Restaurant Shirley’s Sole Food Southside Package Store The Rebel Café VFW Post 4346 Restaurant Victoria’s Sweet Treats X-Factor Grill & Cornerstone Restaurant

47 Doyle Street 51 Doyle Street 35 W. Currahee Street 19 W. Currahee Street 55 Doyle Street 168 N. Pond Street 353 N. Broad Street 124 W. Currahee Street 194 E. Currahee Street 66 Doyle Street 270 Savannah Street 25 Doyle Street 27 Doyle Street

706-886-2665 706-886-0970 706-599-9908 706-886-0481 706-886-8204 706-948-1020 706-886-7276 706-297-7739 706-886-4904 706599-6275 706-886-2283 706-716-1296 706-282-7771

GOVERNMENT OFFICES & PUBLIC SERVICES Chamber of Commerce Department of Community Supervision GA Department of Driver Services GA State Department of Labor Juvenile Probation Office Main Street Toccoa Public Restrooms Stephens County Development Authority Stephens County Government Building Stephens County Historic Courthouse Toccoa City Hall Toccoa Fire Department Toccoa-Stephens County Public Library US Post Office Welcome Center

160 N. Alexander Street 27 W. Doyle Street 62 Doyle Street 37 Foreacre Street 148 W. Tugalo Street 92 N. Alexander Street Doyle Street 31 W. Doyle Street 70 N. Alexander Street 37 W. Tugalo Street 92 N. Alexander Street 92 N. Alexander Street 53 W. Savannah Street 41 Falls Road, Ste. 101 160 N. Alexander Street

706-886-2132 706-282-4570 706-282-4821 706-282-4514 706-282-4520 706-282-3232 706-886-4242 706-886-9491 706-886-9491 706-886-8451 706-886-9491 706-886-6082 706-886-4058 706-886-2132

INSURANCE, REAL ESTATE & BUILDING SERVICES Blasingame & Associates First Toccoa Real Estate Franklin Insurance Co. John’s Roofing & Sheet Metal Co., Inc. Metro Insurance Services, Inc. Louise T. Morris Nichols & West, LLP Northview Properties Piedmont Insurance Sherwin-Williams Paints State Farm, Patrick Klug Talan Properties, LLC Titan Powdercoating Van Minos Insurance Agency Jon C. West & Assoc.

West Realty, LLC

237 S. Alexander Street 237 S. Alexander Street 219 N. Broad Street 100 N. Pond Street 117 Foreacre Street 141 W. Savannah Street, Ste. #103 43 W. Doyle Street, #201 138 Pond Street 256 N. Broad Street 33 N. Sage Street 217 W. Savannah Street 150 W. Tugalo Street 65 E. Tugalo Street, Ste. 102 92 N. Sage Street 43 W. Doyle Street, #201 56 Doyle Street

706-886-9905 706-886-2163 706-886-3101 706-886-3584 706-886-1749 706-886-9613 706-886-7016 706-282-0303 706-779-5038 706-886-4632 706-470-0447 706-297-7480 706-716-1114 706-886-7517 706-886-7016 706-391-0890

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LEGAL SERVICES Black Law Offices Samuel G. Church, Atty. at Law Cornwell Law, LLC Crumpton Law Firm, LLC Bruce Harkness, Atty.

The Healy Law Firm, LLC The Hicks Law Firm, LLC James T. Irvin, Atty. at Law McClure, Ramsay, Dickerson & Escoe N.M.S. Law Firm, LLC, Nina Svoren Northeast Georgia CASA Smith & Tabor, Atty. at Law Deborah R. Whitlock, Atty. at Law Willie Woodruff, Atty. at Law

141 W. Savannah Street, Ste. B 237 W. Savannah Street, Ste. #101 268 N. Broad Street 17 Wall Street Way, Ste. 2 12 W. Currahee Street 211 N. Broad Street 20 Doyle Street 27 E. Tugalo Street, #101 38 Falls Road 141 W. Savannah Street 11 N. Sage Street 131 W. Savannah Street 237 W. Savannah Street, Ste. #102 47 W. Doyle Street

706-282-4696 706-282-1415 706-886-0300 706-391-6760 706-886-9000 706-886-0200 706-886-0005 706-886-6541 706-886-3178

160 N. Alexander Street 92 Camp Toccoa Drive 273 N. Broad Street 462 Sonrise Way 12 Doyle Street 237 Camp Mikell Road 106 Stephens Circle 74 W. Tugalo Street

800-872-2777 706-886-5123 706-297-7799 706-886-3133 706-886-9471 706-886-7515 706-886-1048 706-282-5183

21 S. Park Lane 67 W. Doyle Street 119 Falls Road 145 N. Alexander Street 166 E. Tugalo Street

706-886-4321 706-886-9476 706-886-2727 706-886-2191 800-501-1754

706-886-1098 706-886-5141 706-886-0518 706-886-7553

LODGING & TRAVEL Amtrak/Welcome Center Camp Toccoa* Country Hearth Inn Georgia Baptist Conference Center* Ionosphere Travel Agency Mikell Camp & Conference Center Quality Inn* Simmons Bond Inn

MEDIA SERVICES Harris Communications The Toccoa Record TruVista WNEG Radio (AM 630) (FM 93.1) Windstream

WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTORS, MANUFACTURERS & MISC. Acree Oil Company Caples Industrial Supply Toccoa Natural Gas/Water Department Tugalo Gas Company

272 W. Currahee Street 446 W. Currahee Street 92 N. Alexander Street 224 W. Currahee Street

706-886-2838 706-886-1437 706-886-8451 706-886-8447

THANK YOU TO TOCCOA’S PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL FOR YOUR HARD WORK IN SERVING OUR CITIZENS.

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TOCCOA FIRE DEPARTMENT

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