Welcome
Telfair County is home to a number of towns, settlements, crossroads, and remembered communities, each with its own place in county history and local identity. Today, McRae-Helena serves as the county seat and largest incorporated city.
Communities Directory
This directory is a starting point for exploring the towns and local communities connected to Telfair County history.
Cobbville
Community located within the county.
Helena
Formerly a separate town, now part of McRae-Helena.
Jacksonville
Historic town in Telfair County with deep early county connections.
Lumber City
Town known for deep historical roots, river connections, timber heritage, and local community life.
Milan
Town located partly in Telfair County and connected to the surrounding county region.
Neilly
Small community name remembered in Telfair County history and local research.
Scotland
Town in Telfair County with its own local history and community identity.
Sharon
Historic local community connected to Telfair County families and records.
Temperance
Small community in Telfair County.
Towns
Community within the county and part of the broader Telfair County story.
Workmore
Small community in Telfair County remembered in local school and community history.
About Telfair County Communities
From McRae-Helena to Lumber City, Jacksonville, Milan, Scotland, Neilly, Workmore, and the smaller crossroads communities, every place contributes to the story of Telfair County. Together these towns and settlements reflect the culture, resilience, and enduring spirit of South Georgia.