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1. Who is the county attorney?

Mr. Chris Driver with Hull Barrett Attorneys is the Attorney for Columbia County.

2. What types of services does the Department of Family & Children Services (DFACS) provide?

The Department of Family & Children Services provides the following services to the citizens of Columbia County: Adoption Services, Adult Protective Services, Child Abuse & Neglect, Emergency Food Assistance, Energy Assistance, Food Stamps, Foster Care, Medicaid, Refugee Resettlement, Secret Santa Program, Subsidized Child Care, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).

3. How do I contact the Department of Family & Children Services (DFACS) for Columbia County?

Columbia County Department of Family & Children Services is located at 6358 Columbia Road, Appling Georgia. For inquiries on Food Stamps, Medicaid, Childcare and Temporary Assistance for Needy Family, please call 1-877-423-4746. To report Child Abuse/Neglect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, please call 1-855-422-4453.

4. What are the current demographics for Columbia County?

You can find information about Columbia County's demographics under the United States Census Bureau.

5. How do I obtain a burn permit?

A burn permit should be obtained through the Georgia Forestry Commission. Burn Permits can be obtained at 877-652-2876 / 1-877-OK2-BURN