Scott County, Administrative county in southwestern Virginia, United States.
Scott County is an administrative division in southwestern Virginia that spreads across rolling terrain with rural communities and farmland. It borders Tennessee and contains numerous small towns that are shaped by agricultural traditions.
Scott County was established in 1814 by the Virginia General Assembly through the merger of portions from Washington, Lee, and Russell counties. This creation marked the formation of a new administrative region in the state's southwestern area.
The county maintains strong agricultural traditions through regular farmer support programs, economic development meetings, and community workshops focusing on regional practices.
Gate City serves as the administrative hub and offers central services for visitors and residents. The area is best explored by car, as communities are spread throughout the region.
The county belongs to the Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol Metropolitan Statistical Area, forming part of the Tri-Cities region with neighboring Tennessee communities.
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