Bells, Tennessee
Population: 2,171
Located in Crockett County
Bells Depot, then in an area called Haywood County, was founded in 1855 and was named in honor of William Bell who built the first dwelling in town. Bells Depot was incorporated in 1868 with Hardy L. Windburn as the first mayor. Then in 1880, by an act of government, the word "Depot" Was eliminated from the name of the city and Bells was made a part of Crockett County instead of Haywood County. Bells is home of the West Tennessee Okra Festival. The festival includes a horse show, beauty pageant, street carnival, and other activities and shows. The Festival is always held during August, the peak of the okra season.
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