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Alexander - Alabama - Culture |
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Alexander City, a unique community nestled in the heart of east central Alabama. Alexander City residents place a
premium on quality of life. Our city is unlike most cities with a population of 16,000. It is much more prosperous and progressive, and boasts a
very low crime rate and affordable cost-of-living. In addition, we enjoy a trade area population of approximately 125,000. We have an
outstanding public school system, active churches, exceptional health services, lovely homes, and beautiful Lake Martin, providing the
embarkation point to unlimited recreational opportunities.
Magnificent Lake Martin, a hydroelectric source created in 1929 and one of the largest man-made lakes in the
continental United States, provides 750 miles of wooded shoreline and 44,000 acres of crystal clear water. Lake Martin is arguably the most
beautiful recreational lake in the South and is a regional attraction for boating, swimming, skiing, fishing, golfing, and camping. Quaint
cabins dot the shoreline, and exclusive lake front developments such as Willow Point, Windemere, Trillium and Stillwaters provide upscale
living, and has become a destination for retirees. A new lake front amphitheater is currently under construction which will stage performing
arts and cultural events. Celebrations such as the Jazz Festival, Oktoberfest, and Hometown Christmas, to cultural events such as the Sarah Towery Art Colony and Alexander City Arts, Inc., our community provides a quality of life that is second to none |
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Located only 78 miles southeast of
Birmingham, 55 miles northeast of Montgomery, 123 miles southwest of Atlanta, and 70 miles northwest of Columbus, GA. US Highway 280 runs
through Alexander City connecting cities from Birmingham to Savannah, GA, and interstate highways 85 and 65 are less than an hour away. Twelve
motor freight carriers serve the city daily and interchange with other carriers throughout the United States, and ground freight delivery to the
city is available on a daily basis. Russell Field, Alexander City's municipal airport, is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, provides
5400 feet of lighted runway, and offers service to executive jet aircraft. Economy is based upon textile and apparel manufacturing, foundries,
wood products, store fixtures, health services, and distribution. Aliant National,
South Trust Bank, Regions Bank, and Colonial Bank, as well as
several savings and loan institutions, are extremely prosperous and supported by our community
