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Atkinson County Georgia

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Pearson, US

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A Brief History

Atkinson County is Georgia’s 153rd county and covers an area of 338 square miles. It was created from portions of Clinch and Coffee counties. It was named for William Y. Atkinson, governor from 1894 to 1898. Pearson has served as the county seat since its creation.

Board of Elections

Atkinson County Board of Elections: 912.422.3003

A Brief History

Atkinson County is Georgia’s 153rd county and covers an area of 338 square miles. It was created from portions of Clinch and Coffee counties. It was named for William Y. Atkinson, governor from 1894 to 1898. Pearson has served as the county seat since its creation.

Board of Elections

Atkinson County Board of Elections: 912.422.3303

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PUBLIC NOTICES

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File Type	Title	Last Modified
PDF	2026 Elections Board Meeting Schedule	1/01/2025
PDF	2026 Board of Commissioners Meetings	11/20/2025
PDF	2026 Holiday Schedule	11/19/2025
PDF	5 year review – Comprehensive Plan – Public Notice – Joint Comprehensive Plan – Procedures	4/26/2022
PDF	2025 Five Year Tax Digest	11/3/2025
Link	Link to County Map	9/13/2018
PDF	Atkinson County SOS Reconciliation Report	11/05/2024