Mooresburg, Tennessee

Mooresburg is a

Mooresburg was named for Major Hugh Moore, whose family settled in the area around 1800.[1] Hugh had purchased over several thousands and laid out the setting for the town of Mooresburg.^[1]

Mooresburg has a

In 1977, 100 acres of Mooresburg was proposed to be inside the city limits of Bean Station during an incorporation vote.^[9] However voters in both Grainger and Hawkins counties rejected to incorporate.^[9]

From its first unveiling in the 1940s, over 1,900-2,200 acres of undisturbed forest north of the community was proposed and planned as state park known as Poor Valley State Park in order to promote economic development efforts in the upper East Tennessee region, the plan would stall in the 1970s.^[10][11]

Education

Mooresburg Elementary School serves grades K-5. Mooresburg Elementary School's mascot is the Mustangs. The motto is "Excellence: Not Optional." The school colors are blue and white.^{[citation needed]}

Infrastructure

Mooresburg is served by the Lakeview Volunteer Fire Department.^{[citation needed]}

Notable People

• Scott Bloomquist - Dirt Racing Champion ^{[citation needed]}

References

External links

• Official website
• Rogersville / Hawkins County Chamber of Commerce

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