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Once a part of the Creek Indian territory, early pioneers settled in the area and in 1832 the Alabama General Assembly established and named the area as Randolph County. Roanoke, the largest city in Randolph County, is located in the southeastern corner of the county.
In the mid 1830's, the Alabama Gold Rush resulted in a thriving gold mining industry, then the Great California Gold Rush resulted in the miners going west
Agriculture soon became the area's economic backbone. The railway soon came to Roanoke and established a number of industries in the city and prosperity followed. |
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The Ella Smith Doll factory – The doll factory goes back over one hundred years. In 1897, Mrs. Ella Smith repaired a neighbour’s child's porcelain doll by pouring a mixture of plaster and fibre inside the damaged head to give it strength and durability. From this simple beginning came the idea for a most distinctive doll. Mrs. Smith perfected her design and developing a doll so sturdy that it was said a truck could drive over the doll without damaging it. Mrs Smith died in 1932 and her dolls died with her. They are now valued collectors items.
Roanoke Country Club – 1172 Country Club Road. Play a relaxing round of golf here and enjoy the other facilities at this country club.
Lake Wedowee - Recreational opportunities abound at this lake.
West Point Lake – You could go swimming or take a boat out on this lovely lake.
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Galley - 2028 Highway 431. The American food served here is tasty and reasonably priced.
Gedney's Restaurant and Grill - 4754 US Highway 431. This restaurant serves American cuisine and at affordable prices.
Happy Trails Rv and Bar-B-Que - 32498 US Highway 431. This inexpensive restaurant serves homely food in a friendly atmosphere.
New China - 3163 US Highway 431. The Chinese cuisine here is very tasty and prices are reasonable. A Take Out service is also available.
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Lake Wedowee & West Point lake - Take the kids to the lakes and let them enjoy the facilities there. Camping grounds are located there if you want them to experience the great outdoors..
Greater Alabama State Fare - Held in Birminhgam in the Autumn, there are numerous activities and attractions for children, and adults. If you are in the State at this time, make every effort to enjoy the fun.
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