South Fulton, Tennessee, is a city located in Obion County, in the northwestern part of the state, adjacent to the Kentucky border. The town was first known as Jacksonville since the land in the area once belonged to President Andrew Jackson. The arrival of the railroad played a significant role in the development of the area. The community's proximity to Fulton, Kentucky, led to its renaming as South Fulton upon its incorporation in 1895. The name reflects its location south of Fulton, which was named in honor of inventor Robert Fulton. South Fulton and Fulton, Kentucky, are often referred to as twin cities due to their close geographical and cultural ties. Together, they historically hosted the International Banana Festival, celebrating the railroad's role in transporting bananas from New Orleans to northern destinations.
Important Information
Mayor: Kent Greer
Address: 700 Milton Counce Dr
South Fulton, TN 38257
City Hall: (731) 479-2151
Post Office: (270) 472-1836
Police: (731) 479-1311
Fire: (731) 479-0213
Weakley County Electric: (800) 553-7409
(731) 587-9521
Gibson Electric: (731) 885-5501
Water/Sewer: (731) 479-2242
Website: City of South Fulton, TN
City Council: Third Thursday of the month at 5 PM in the Municipal building.
On May 13th, 2014 a groundbreaking ceremony was held at the South Fulton Downtown Park for which the city was a awarded a $250,000 grant.
