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Rockingham
County, North
Carolina, named for Charles
Watson-Wentworth, 2nd Marquess of Rockingham, sprawls
across 566 square miles in the heart of River Country. With an
elevation of nearly 900 feet above sea level, Rockingham
County affords spectacular views of the surrounding Piedmont
region. Rockingham County, NC shares its borders with Caswell,
Guilford
and Stokes
counties and the state
of Virginia.
According to the Census
2000 Data, Rockingham County, known as the “North Star
of NC” is home to 91,928 residents. The largest cities
within the county limits include Eden,
Reidsville
and Wentworth.
Cities with less than 2,500 inhabitants include Madison,
Mayodan
and Stoneville.
Madison County also divides further into eleven townships.
Named for its stunning beauty, Eden
claims 13 square miles of Rockingham County, NC, with a
population of 15,908. Located midway between the majestic
mountains and the shimmering sea, Eden boasts a diverse
community, which offers something to everyone.
Reidsville,
with a population of 14,485, is Rockingham County’s largest
city. Nearby, Lake
Reidsville is a popular site for boating, camping, fishing
and picnicking. Wentworth, the seat of Rockingham County, has
a population of 2,779. Wentworth, NC is the home of Rockingham
Community College. In addition, the local public
schools at the primary and secondary levels provide
excellent educational opportunities for residents of
Rockingham County, NC.
Rockingham County provides a diverse base of industry with
a wide range of career options open to its residents. The top
employer in Rockingham County is Unifi
Incorporated. Eden is home to the second and third major
employers in the county. These include National
Textiles and Miller
Brewing respectively. Rockingham County, North Carolina
residents have the advantage of close proximity to the Piedmont
Triad cities of Greensboro,
High
Point and Winston-Salem.
In recent years, the local workforce reached more than 47,000.
Retail trade and construction are the leading industries
throughout Rockingham County, NC.
A myriad of recreational opportunities and attractions
bring visitors to Rockingham County. Picturesque state parks
near Madison surround the winding banks along the Dan and Mayo
rivers. These parks are the Mayo
River State Park and the Dan
River Basin. Historic buildings and downtown districts
exist throughout the area. These include the Wentworth’s Chinqua-Penn
Plantation and the Penn
House in Reidsville. Lake Reidsville is one of the most
popular attractions in Rockingham County, NC. The region also
offers numerous antique shops and an impressive array of shopping
centers. Among the most famous shopping opportunities in
the area are the Eden Mall and the Pennrose Mall.
Rockingham
County, North
Carolina consists of a variety of communities, each with
their own distinct characteristics. From the scenic backdrop
of Eden, to the smaller, close-knit communities such as
Stoneville, Rockingham County provides an ideal setting
suitable for business, residential or recreational pursuits.
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