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19. Columbia County, GA
Columbia County, GA
Towns include:  Evans, Martinez
Job growth (2000-2007): 36.34%

Population growth has boosted construction and business development in Columbia County. As a result, companies like Lowe's and John Deere have moved in.

While the county is a new home to Microsoft, it remains small-business-friendly as well, providing development assistance to local entrepreneurs, many of whom are military retirees attracted to the quality of life, natural resources and Columbia County's strong medical community. --A.C.

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Last updated July 28 2008: 10:24 AM ET
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