Category History Blog

Honoring Legacy

As visitors explore Tifton's rich history, the marker offers an opportunity to learn about two individuals whose impact extended far beyond their businesses. Through strategic leadership and a deep commitment to their community, Frank T. Nixon and Solomon Nixon Sr. created pathways for progress that continue to inspire future generations.

Think Tifton & Our Operation

Who We Are Think Tifton is the official tourism marketing organization for Tift County. In simple terms, we showcase the very best of Tifton. That ad you saw in Southwest Georgia Living, Georgia Travel Guide, Southern Living, Travel, Taste, &…

Mr. Tifton

On a beautiful evening in Fulwood Park, the Tifton community came together to celebrate a man whose name has become synonymous with our city, Mr. Tyron Spearman. For more than 30 years, Tyron has served as the director of the…

Our Hometown Hero

In 2022 we welcomed Colonel Puckett back to his hometown of Tifton. As he flew into the Henry Tift Myers Airport veterans, family, community members & more welcomed him back to the Friendly City. Colonel Ralph Puckett, Jr., Tifton native,…

A Lasting Legacy

In the heart of Tifton, Georgia, there’s a statue that stands as a testament to the enduring impact of one remarkable man: Mr. Harper. Though he passed away in 2019 at the age of 89, Mr. Harper’s memory continues to…

Step Back in Time

Nestled in the charming town of Tifton, Georgia, the Georgia Museum of Agriculture offers visitors a captivating dive into the agrarian and cultural traditions of the 19th century American South. Known for its rich heritage and picturesque setting, this museum…