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Weakley County was established October 21, 1823, from land ceded by the Chickasaw Indians and was named for Colonel Robert Weakley, who was then Speaker of The Tennessee State Senate. Weakley County encompasses 580 square miles. Dresden is the County seat and Gleason, Greenfield, Martin and Sharon make up the incorporated cities within the County. There are several small towns and communities in the county. They are Latham, Dukedom, Mount Pelia, Ore Springs, Gardner, Palmersville, and Ralston.
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A rich history and a colorful past are not the only aspects making a county great. The interest and sense of pride felt by all residents make Weakley County one of the leading manufacturing, agricultural, business, and educational counties in northwest Tennessee. The quality of life is surely unsurpassed with its inviting residential atmosphere, educational opportunities, recreational facilities and programs, health care systems and easy way of life.
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