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Russellville, AL

Russellville is a city in Franklin County in the U.S. state of Alabama. The city is the county seat of Franklin County.

After the War of 1812, the U.S. government appropriated money to improve a route from Nashville to New Orleans. It was named Jackson's Military Road after Andrew Jackson, and it passed through what became Russellville. (Present-day Jackson Avenue and Jackson Highway, U.S. Route 43, follow portions of the original road.)

Russellville served as the first county seat from 1818-1849 before it was removed to Frankfort (which served from 1849-1879). After the fire at the courthouse in the third county seat of Belgreen in 1890, the seat was returned to Russellville in 1891.

The city's economy is diversified, with major industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and agriculture. Russellville's strategic location has contributed to its growth and attractiveness for both residents and businesses.

The healthcare sector plays a vital role in Russellville, with facilities like the Russellville Hospital serving the community's medical needs. In addition to traditional healthcare services, the city emphasizes wellness, with parks and recreational areas as well as health and wellness facilities. No Doubt Fitness offers a range of wellness services including fitness classes, nutritional counseling, and holistic health programs. American Mobile and Physical Therapy provides physical therapy services along with wellness programs focused on rehabilitation, pain management, and overall well-being. American Health and Fitness specializes in yoga classes, meditation sessions, and wellness workshops aimed at promoting mental and physical health. Morgan Chiropractic offers chiropractic care, massage therapy, and wellness programs focusing on spinal health and overall wellness. Harrison Center specializes in wellness programs tailored for seniors, including exercise classes, health screenings, and social activities for older adults. Alabama Women's Wellness Center focuses on women's health with services such as gynecological care, prenatal wellness, and women's fitness programs. 

Top sites in Russellville, AL are Dismals Canyon, Alabama Music Hall of Fame, and Joe Wheeler State Park.

Population: 10,855 (2020). ZIP Codes: 35653, 35654. Area code: 256. Elevation: 764 ft (233 m). Incorporated: November 27, 1819. Area: 13.52 sq mi (35.00 km2).

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What is Russellville, AL is known for?

Russellville is the county seat of Franklin County and is located in the northwest corner of the state. In the Reconstruction era, Russellville was a center of the iron and steel industry. The city of Russellville has four municipal parks—Hal Kirby Junior Park, Eastside Park, Southside Ball Field, and City Lake Park—which offer residents numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation and athletics. Every August, the town of Russellville hosts the annual Franklin County Watermelon Festival, which features a pageant, a 5K race, arts and crafts, and tennis tournaments. The historic Roxy Theater hosts local events. The privately owned Alabama Iron Works is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

How old is Russellville, AL?

The first county seat was in Russellville, which was incorporated on 27 Nov 1819, three weeks before Alabama became a state. This area was first called Russell's Valley. When the town was laid out, a public square was created in the center of town. If you come to Russellville, the old square is the fourth block on the west side of Jackson Avenue. This is the block that borders Lawrence, Franklin, Washington, and Jackson Streets. The Courthouse Square was 384 feet by 468 feet. The first Courthouse and jail were built of logs. The county seat stayed in Russellville from 1818 until 1849, when an election was held to move the courthouse to a more central location.

What county is Russellville, AL located in?

Russellville is located in northeastern Franklin County. U.S. Route 43 passes through the eastern side of the city, leading north 18 miles (29 km) to Muscle Shoals on the Tennessee River and southwest 31 miles (50 km) to Hamilton. Alabama State Route 24 passes through the south side of the city, leading east 47 miles (76 km) to Decatur on the Tennessee River and west 26 miles (42 km) to Red Bay at the Mississippi border.

Sources

City of Russellville

Wikipedia

Franklin County AL

Encyclopedia of Alabama

Dismals Canyon

Alabama Music Hall of Fame

Joe Wheeler State Park

Russellville Hospital

No Doubt Fitness

American Mobile and Physical Therapy

American Health and Fitness

Morgan Chiropractic

Harrison Center

Alabama Women's Wellness Center 

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