Community, Culture and Recreation
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Headland—Looking to the future, honoring the past
 Since Dr. Joshua J. Head purchased the land upon which Headland sits in 1871, the area first known as “Head’s Land” has prospered. From the initial timber industry, which furnished a living for early residents, to today’s agricultural, commercial and manufacturing endeavors, Headland has been a progressive city.
The removal of local trees led to the planting of corn, cotton and finally peanuts to the area. As with many other southeast Alabama towns, the peanut brought prosperity to Headland, and laid the groundwork for an agribusiness-based economy that continues to this day.
Accompanying the agriculture outlook today are numerous manufacturing, service and retail endeavors which work together to keep the economic outlook bright. It’s location near highway, rail, water and air centers serves the city well in promoting industry.
Headland was incorporated as a town in 1884 and a city in 1893. Moving into its second hundred years the city is enjoying a rebirth as a new generation of native Headland residents is joined by many residents relocating from other areas. New ideas are bringing change to Headland, and the city is opening its doors to progress.
Moving deeper into the new millennium, you are invited to become part of our growing city. Bring your ideas. Bring your creativity. Bring your optimism. And be sure that you and your families will be welcome as Headland continues to open its doors to the future.
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Community Resources
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Recreation
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Recreation benefits children of all ages
From the beaches along the Gulf of Mexico to the foothills of the Great Smokey Mountains, Alabama is blessed with great natural treasures. These magnificent landscapes are places where families and friends can learn, have fun, and create great memories.
Seeking to provide a happy life for its residents, the city of Headland is home to one of the more progressive recreation programs of its size in the region and is in the center of a number of outdoor opportunities.
Baseball, softball, soccer, pee wee football, cheerleading, they’re all available for children starting at age four through the mid-teens. Henry County also offers football, baseball, basketball, cheerleading and other activities through the schools located in Headland.
For others seeking recreational activities outdoors, there are ample pastures and woodlands full of deer and game birds like turkey, dove and quail. One can sharpen marksmanship skills at Headland’s skeet and gun club. Surrounding rivers, ponds and lakes, like Lake Eufaula an hour north, also provide a test for the angler seeking bass, catfish, panfish and other aquatic game.
Like to take to the links? Headland is home to the Headland Country Club’s and is also surrounded by public and private courses, including Highland Oaks, a Robert Trent Jones course located in The Highlands, just west of Dothan. Headland also has a number of parks, one of which includes tennis courts. Your serve!
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Area Attractions
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The Tri-State area has numerous attractions that promote cultural awareness, diversity and community support.
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Cultural Organizations
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Just because a town is small in population doesn’t mean it has to be devoid of cultural attractions. In Headland and the Southeast Alabama area, there are many attractions and activities for everyone!
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Events and Festivals
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During the entire year, there are numerous events and festivals throughout the Tri-State area that provides entertainment and activities for the whole family.
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Community
City of Headland 2003-2010