Community Info
The City of Hinesville
The City of Hinesville is the county seat and largest city' in Liberty County. With a population of over 30,000 Hinesville is also one of the fastest growing cities in the State of Georgia in both size and population.
Hinesville is the proud home of the 3rd Infantry Division and Fort Stewart with which it shares a special relationship of mutual cooperation. The presence of the active military installation has contributed significantly to the growth of the area. The military installation occupies nearly half of the County's 519 square miles and is the largest employer in the County.
Newcomer Tips
Auto Tags
Tags are available at the Liberty County Annex Building on Main Street in Hinesville (912) 876-3389, and should be obtained immediately after moving to Liberty County. Bring your proof of ownership and insurance. Ad valorem taxes are due when the tag is purchased and are based on the current mileage rate and location of the vehicle at the first of the year.
Driver's License
Your driver's license may be obtained at the Georgia State Patrol building located at 2301 Airport Road in Hinesville (912) 370-2652. If you currently have an out-of-state license, you must obtain a new Georgia license within 30 days of establishing residence in Georgia. Old licenses should be surrendered upon issuance of a new one. A passing score on a written driving exam and an eye test, plus possession of a social security card are required for a Georgia license. The license fee should be paid in cash only. The office is open Tuesday-Saturday; 9:00-5:00 for renewals and 9:00-4:30 for testing.
Pet Regulations
Pets are welcome to Liberty County too! Please obtain a permit for your pet upon arrival at the Environmental Health Building at 101 North Commerce Street in Hinesville. There is a one-time charge of $2 per altered animal (fixed) and $6.00 for non-altered animals. The Animal Control Center's phone number is (912) 876-9191 and (he office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required for dogs and highly-recommended for cats. Pets should be leashed, enclosed, or otherwise controlled by a competent person for their safety, as well as the safety of others. Liberty County has a leash-law that is in effect as well.
Registering to Vote
Residents may register to vote for national, state, county arid city elections on 102 South Commerce Street at the Voter's Registrar's Office. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00 and the phone number is (912) 876-3310. You must complete a registration form in person at this office.
Community Resources
Liberty County Recreation Department
912-448-5273
YMCA
912-368-9622
Handy Phone Numbers
Utility Services
Water, Gas, Sanitation, City Municipal Buildings
Be prepared to show a valid form of identification. When signing up for the various utilities, be sure to ask if a deposit is required.
Hinesville / 912-876-3564 / 115 E. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive
Flemington / 912-876-3564 / 115 E. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive
Midway / 912-884-3344 / 10490 E. Oglethorpe Hwy.
Riceboro / 912-884-2986 / 4614 S. Coastal Hwy. (Hwy 17)
Walthourville / 912-368-7501 / 192-B Talmadge Road
Allenhurst / 912-368-7501 / 192-B Talmadge Road
Gum Branch / 912-876-3564 / 115 E. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive
Electricity
Georgia Power Corporation / 888-660-5890 / 923 W. Oglethorpe Hwy.
Coastal Electric Corporation / 912-884-3311 / 1265 S. Coastal Hwy.
Canoochee EMC / 912-368-2252 / 2983 Hwy. 196 West
Telephone
CenturyLink / 912-368-3300 / 115 Patriots Trail, Hinesville
Cable TV
Comcast / 368-5800 / 1050 Kacey Drive, Hinesville
Internet Service
CenturyLink / 912-368-3300 / 115 Patriots Trail, Hinesville
Comcast / 912-368-5800 / 1050 Kacey Drive, Hinesville
Additional Area Information
Chamber of Commerce
Liberty County Chamber of Commerce
912-368-4445
Richmond Hill/ Bryan County Chamber of Commerce
912-756-3444
Long County Chamber of Commerce
912-545-2517
Chatham County Chamber of Commerce
912-644-6400
Schools
Fort Stewart Information
Fort Stewart Homepage
Location: Fort Stewart is located in Hinesville, a small coastal Georgia town in Liberty County. Approximately 41 miles southwest of the city of Savannah. Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield are the Army's world-class training, and military armored power projection combination on the eastern seaboard of the United States.
Cost of Living: Moderate
Base Operator: 912-767-1411 or DSN 312-870-1411
Population: Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield serve about 21,000 Soldiers, 29,500 Family Members, over 3,500 civilians, and National Guard Soldiers making for a small but active city. There are about 18,200 retirees in a 50-mile radius of the installation.
Area Population: 30,504
Child Care: The Fort Stewart CDC can be reached by calling 912-767-3203. Offers developmental services to children 6 weeks to 5 years of age for working parents requiring childcare on a regular basis.
Schools: The Department of Defense Education Activity operates three elementary schools on Ft. Stewart. The Liberty County School System has two high schools, three middle schools, and eight elementary schools.
Youth Services: The Youth Center is the place to go for youths, 6th grade thru 12th grade, to enjoy activities. Youth recreation and sponsorship programs are available. For more information call 912-767-4493/4491.
Army Community Service: ACS 912-767-5058
Housing: Family Housing is privatized and operated by Balfour Beatty Communities. 168 officer family units; 1,955 enlisted family units; 114 unaccopanies units; 86 mobile-home spaces. For more information contact 912-408-2460.
Employment: Job opportunities are greatly limited as to the type and salary. Jobs are more plentiful in Savannah, Brunswick, Statesboro and surrounding areas. Unemployment rate is 7.3%. Median household income range is $35,013 - $39,339.
Post Services:
Medical Services: Winn Army Community Hospital (WACH) provides emergency and regular healthcare to active duty military personnel and their dependents. Care is also available for military retirees and their eligible dependents. For more information call 912-435-6965.
