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     • Houston County, in central Georgia just south of Macon, was created on May 15, 1821, through a treaty with the Creek Indians. Named for Governor John Houstoun, the spelling of the county later evolved to “Houston.”
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   What is Houston County Georgia known for?

   • The town has evolved from a railroad stop in the midst of farmlands to a military community and the home of Georgia’s largest industrial complex, Robins Air Force Base. Houston County was created in 1821 from land ceded to the state by the Creek Indians in the Treaty of Indian Springs.

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   Where is Houston County Georgia?

   • Houston County (/ ˈhaʊstən / HOW-stən) is a county located in the central portion of the U.S. state of Georgia. The population was 163,633 at the 2020 census. Its county seat is Perry; the city of Warner Robins is substantially larger in both area and population.

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   How did Houston County get its name?

   • Houston County, in central Georgia just south of Macon, was created on May 15, 1821, through a treaty with the Creek Indians. Named for Governor John Houstoun, the spelling of the county later evolved to “Houston.” The pronunciation, however, remains to this day “howston.” Perry, the county seat, was incorporated in 1824.

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   Where is Houston, GA located?

   • Houston, GA is an unincorporated community in Heard County, Georgia, United States. Its location is at 33°9′34″N 85°8′16″W (33.1595654, -85.1377196) with an elevation of 833 feet (254 m). The community was named after Reverend H. W. Houston, a local minister.

   Houston, Georgia - Wikipedia

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   Who is Georgia Houston?

   • Georgia Houston is an accredited practising dietitian and nutritionist with a degree in psychology. She specializes in eating disorders and supports her clients one-on-one in healing their relationship with food and body.

   Georgia Houston, Author at WellBeing Magazine

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   Where is Houston County?

   • Houston County is included in the Warner Robins, GA metropolitan statistical area, which in turn is included in the Macon -Warner Robins-Fort Valley combined statistical area. Flat Creek Public Fishing Area is in Houston County, south west of Perry.

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   Houston County (/ ˈ h aʊ s t ən / HOW-stən) is a county located in the central portion of the U.S. state of Georgia. The population was 163,633 at the 2020 census. [1] Its county seat is Perry; the city of Warner Robins is substantially larger in both area and population. [2]

4. www.houstoncountyga.gov › hocohistoryThe Story of Houston County - Houston County, GA - Houston County

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   Houston County exists for civil and political purposes, and acts under powers given to it by the State of Georgia. The governing authority for Houston County is the Board of Commissioners. The County's three incorporated cities are Centerville, Perry, and Warner Robins Georgia.

5. www.houstoncountyga.gov › residents › countyhistoryResidents - The Story of Houston County - Houston County

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   Houston County was created on May 15, 1821, and named for Governor John Houstoun, one of the first governors of Georgia. After a few years and for some unknown reason, the spelling was changed, the letter u omitted, and Houstoun County became Houston County.

6. www.perryhistoricalmuseum.org › article › the-storyThe Story of Houston County - pahs

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   Jul 25, 2024 · Houston County was created on May 15, 1821, and named for Governor John Houstoun, one of the first governors of Georgia. After a few years and for some unknown reason, the spelling was changed, the letter u omitted, and Houstoun County became Houston County.

7. www.ereferencedesk.com › georgia › houstonHouston County, Georgia: History and Information - eReferenceDesk

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   Houston County (pronounced House-ton), the 51st county formed in Georgia, was created in 1821. Originally part of the Creek nation's land, the county was named for John Houston, a member of the Continental Congress and Governor of Georgia from 1778 to 1784.

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   Oct 24, 2022 · Houston County was established in 1821 and named after Georgia Governor John Houstoun. The county is known for the famous Museum of Aviation and several historical attractions that would catch your interest.