Southwest Regional Medical Center and Brown County Hospital are located in Georgetown.

Byrd Township has 1,000 residents and is located in Brown County. There are no municipalities in the township. Unincorporated Decatur is located in the east section of the township.

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Adams County Regional Medical Center is transitioning from a small county-owned hospital here, to a larger location near Seaman along Ohio 32. Plans call for the hospital to double in size adding a bigger emergency department, upgraded cancer services, and more operating rooms. The new location is expected to open in November 2006. Hospitals facilities in Cincinnati are 60 minutes away.

Just outside the city numerous lakes, state forests and preserves are just waiting for the outdoor lover to come explore. Adams Lake State Park is a well-known fishing site; several state nature preserves are home to rare butterflies, unusual dolomite cliffs and sinkholes. The Edge of Appalachia Preserve covers 12,000 acres of woodlands and is drawing national attention for its scenic beauty. There’s lots to do here both indoors and out; West Union is where Adam’s County comes to play.

This is where most Adams County residents come to shop. As the county seat, abundant shopping can be found either downtown or in the nearby shopping areas southeast of West Union on St. Rt. 247. West Union features its own department store and numerous specialty shops. A must to visit is Blake’s Pharmacy that houses one of three historic soda fountains left in the state.

For such a small town, West Union is rich in history and has become the focal point of the county. 3000 residents call this town home. It’s a bustling town, where daily activities revolve around the Courthouse, shopping and hospital. It’s big enough to offer all the services you’ll want, but small enough to know everyone by name. Next to turn of the century buildings you’ll find traditional ranches and modest frame homes. New residents looking for the charm of small town life will find the pastoral charms of Adams County just may woo them to stay.

West Union

At 70 miles from Cincinnati, West Union is a five-minute drive off the James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway (St. Rt. 32). The city sits at the junction of St. Rt. 125, St. Rt. 41 and St Rt. 247, providing a central location for most county services. St. Rt. 41 is also known as Zane’s Trace, Ohio’s first authorized road. Alexander Salamon Airport serves the region. Dayton International Airport is 60 minutes away. The Greater Cincinnati International Airport is a 80-90 minute drive to Northern Kentucky.

Georgetown Fire Department provides fire and EMS service to the village. Brown County General Hospital in Georgetown serves the needs of the county and surrounding villages.

Georgetown is the center for activities in Brown County from performing arts, to theater and music. Several outdoor festivals enliven the summer months, including the Brown County Fair, a Bluegrass Festival and the Antique Machinery Show. Four golf courses near Georgetown help residents wile away a few hours; birding and butterfly enthusiasts frequent the Grant Lake Wildlife Area. The 40-acre Kathryn Hanon Park provides a walking trail, playground, ball fields and picnic areas. Georgetown is just minutes away from the Ohio River for boating and recreational activities. Not only does it offer college courses for the region, the Southern Hills Joint Vocational School hosts frequent cultural events.

Daily needs are easily met in this growing community, from groceries to clothes to appliances, with major shopping centers in Anderson Township 45 minutes away, or Wilmington in Clinton County.

The county seat of Brown County, Georgetown is the center of activity for the county. Situated in largely flat south-central Brown County, 3800 call the seven miles of Georgetown home. It’s a lively village centered around the busy life at the Greek Revival styled Brown County Courthouse. With more than just the charm of small town life, a rich cultural life keeps everyone busy.  Internationally known wildlife artist John Ruthven lives and works in Georgetown. During the U.S. Bicentennial in 1976 Georgetown’s Historic District was placed in the National Register. Georgetown’s downtown features classic Victorian Italianate and Federal buildings side by side with neighboring traditional ranches and modest frame homes.

Georgetown

St. Rt. 125 bisects Georgetown 45 miles from Cincinnati. U.S. Rt. 68 winds north from the eastside of Georgetown through Mount Orab and Fayetteville. Brown County Airport just outside town serves not only Georgetown but also the entire county. Lunken Airport is 34 miles away in eastern Cincinnati; Greater Cincinnati International Airport is about an hour drive.

Flip a coin to determine which is the closest hospital- Clermont Mercy Hospital to the west, or Adams County Regional Medical Center to the east. Both are about 40 minutes away along Rt. 32. Clermont Mercy is in the midst of an $18 million expansion to be completed by 2008 that will increase its Intensive care beds, and add additional services. Adams County Regional Medical Center is also expanding. It’s transitioning from a small county-owned hospital in nearby West Union, to a larger location near Seaman along Ohio 32. Plans call for the hospital to double in size adding a bigger emergency department, upgraded cancer services, and more operating rooms. The new location is expected to open in November 2006.

Fishermen are often found at the well-stocked Winchester Reservoir just outside of town. Archers get some practice in at the Trail-n-Arrow Archery Center. Food lovers come each August to Winchester to sample delights at the annual Caramel Festival. As with life in other rural areas, Winchester residents find time to pursue their own interests of gardening, hiking and hunting.

Daily needs like groceries and gas can be found here, but a more involved shopping trip will need a hop in the car to nearby West Union or east to Eastgate Mall in Clermont County about 45 minutes away.

Tucked into the gently rolling hills of northwestern Adams County, the village of Winchester was known for its railroad stations, both above and “underground”. Within its not quite three mile town radius, Winchester became a major railroad shipping point between Cincinnati and Portsmouth after the Civil War. About the same time abolitionists moved into the area and assisted runaway slaves. Winchesters first resident physician, Dr. A.C. Lewis, used his stately home to hide slaves. Today it’s a National Historic Registered site. About 1000 residents share the village spirit and its simple charms.

Winchester

Located 59 miles from Cincinnati Winchester sits at the intersection of St. Rt. 32 (James A. Rhodes Appalachian Highway) and St. Rt. 136. Alexander Salamon Airport in nearby West Union is the closest regional airport. Dayton International Airport is 60 minutes away. The Greater Cincinnati International Airport is a 70-80 minutes drive to Northern Kentucky.

Georgetown is the closest village and features The Kathryn Hanlon Park with 40 acres that include a walking trail, playground, soccer and ball fields as well as picnic areas. Shawnee State Park offers trails, boating, fishing, hunting and golf.

Decatur has two smalls stores and a tavern. Georgetown offers many shops and restaurants.

Once a milling area, Byrd Township was named after Charles Willing Byrd, the Secretary of the Northwest Territory. The township is governed by a three-member board of trustees. One will find homes with acreage and farms in Byrd Township.

Byrd Township

The township is near state routes 68 and 62. Further out one finds state routes 52 and 32. No interstate highways are near Byrd Township and the closest highway connection is I-275 near Cincinnati, Ohio.