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Heard County
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Heard County Extension Office

Our mission is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.

The Heard County Extension office provides a variety of Agricultural Services to residents, including but not limited to soil and water analysis. 

Additionally, through the Heard County Extension we offer the 4-H youth development program, which allows students ages 9-18 (4th-12th grade) to engage in a wide range of  4-H activities. 

Our 4-H Agent conducts monthly club meetings in schools for Elementary School club meetings (4th-5th grades) and for Middle School club meetings (6th-8th grades). Grades 9th-12th meet at the 4H office.

Heard  County is situated in West Central Georgia. The county seat is located in Franklin, Ga. This county boasts a rich history and provides numerous places to explore. Heard County is home to the the Heard County Historical Center and Museum, Flat Rock Campground, along with various other tourist and historical sites.


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Heard County Georgia Official Government Website:

Visit Heard County's website to find out what's going on in your community.


OFFICE HOURS

Monday – Friday 

8:00-12:00pm and 1:00-5:00pm

Our address is 101 Glover Road Franklin, GA 30217
(The former Heard County Recreation Department, situated across the road from Dollar General on Franklin Parkway)

HOLIDAYS

We observe the UGA Holiday Schedule.


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