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Pell City, AL

Pell City is a city in and one of the county seats of St. Clair County, Alabama, United States, the other seat being Asheville. It was home to Avondale Mills and its legacy in the Avondale Mill Historic District.

Pell City was revived in 1902 when Sumter Cogswell built the Pell City Manufacturing Company, which subsequently became Avondale Mills, a major landmark of the town until Thunder Enterprises, a Tennessee company, bought the building and began dismantling the factory in 2008. On February 14, 2008, a fire started at the mill. The fire was so large it could be seen from the Chula Vista/ Springville exit on Interstate 20 (I20). The water tower remains, but the smoke stack was destroyed by workers after cracking in the cement made it a hazard.

On April 8, 1998, an F2 tornado struck north of the city limits after the F5 tornado expired in western Jefferson County. This windstorm killed two people in a mobile home. It remained for 14 mi (23 km), partially damaging a church, twenty-six homes and mobile homes, and other buildings in Coal City. Ninety other homes and mobile homes suffered minor to major destruction. An additional twelve people were injured. The twister damaged a funeral home and twenty-five homes. The Bethel Baptist Church in Odenville was destroyed a few minutes after its members left an Easter pageant rehearsal that had been canceled because of the storm.

Nestled in the heart of the state, Pell City boasts a population that reflects a harmonious blend of traditions and modernity. With a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas, the city's major industries include manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. Its strategic location, situated between Birmingham and Talladega, contributes to the city's economic growth, making it an essential part of the metropolitan landscape.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of life in Pell City. The city is home to St. Vincent's St. Clair Hospital, providing comprehensive healthcare services to residents. The hospital plays a crucial role in promoting community well-being and ensuring access to quality medical care. The city also offers wellness and health centers such as Studios like YogaWorks, Core Pilates, or local yoga centers offering various yoga classes. Alchemy Healing Touch offers spa treatments, massages, acupuncture, and other holistic wellness services. Elixir Health provides nutrition counseling, diet plans, and wellness coaching. Alabama Chiropractic focuses on chiropractic care, spinal health, and overall wellness through adjustments, therapies, and lifestyle advice.

Top Sites in Pell City, AL are Barber Vintage Museum, Talladega Superspeedway, and Birmingham Zoo. 

Population: 12,939 (2020). ZIP codes: 35125, 35128, 35054. Area codes: 205, 659. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Area: 27.76 sq mi (71.90 km2).

FAQs

Why is Pell City, AL called Pell City?

Pell City was founded in 1890 and incorporated in 1891; it was originally developed by the Pell City Iron and Land Company and named for New Yorker George H. Pell, president of the East and West Alabama Railroad who later served time in prison for bank fraud in New York. The town nearly failed as a result of the economic panics of 1893-1894, and the Pell City Iron and Land Company went bankrupt. Sumter Cogswell, who had arranged the original sale of land to the Pell City Iron and Land Company, purchased the principal acreage on which the town stands in 1901 for $3,000 and moved his family to the town; it was incorporated in the following year.

How old is Pell City, AL?

Pell City was founded in 1890 by railroad investors and named after George Pell of the Pell City Iron and Land Company, one of its financial backers. The city was incorporated on May 6, 1891, but nearly failed during the Panic of 1893. Pell City was revived in 1902 when Sumter Cogswell built the Pell City Manufacturing Company, which subsequently became Avondale Mills, a major landmark of the town until Thunder Enterprises, a Tennessee company, bought the building and began dismantling the factory in 2008. On February 14, 2008, a fire started at the mill.

What county is Pell City, AL in?

Pell City, with a population of approximately 17,000, is the largest city in St. Clair County. It is on Interstate 20 between Birmingham and Atlanta and on US Highway 231, known as the short route to Florida. Nestled comfortably in the foothills of the Appalachians, it offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains. Pell City was made the second county seat in the early 1900's. For many years, St. Clair was the only county in America with two full-service county seats.

Sources 

City of Pell

Wikipedia

St. Clair Co

Encyclopedia of Alabama

Barber Vintage Museum

Talladega Superspeedway

Birmingham Zoo

St. Vincent's St. Clair Hospital

YogaWorks

Core Pilates

Alchemy Healing Touch

Elixir Health

Alabama Chiropractic

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