Plainview, Georgia facts for kids

Plainview is a small community in Morgan County, Georgia, in the United States. It's located about three miles from the town of Madison.

Plainview's Story

Plainview has historically been a community focused on farming. It is home to the Plainview Baptist Church and its cemetery.

Two famous brothers, Benny Andrews and Raymond Andrews, were born in Plainview. Benny, born in 1930, became a well-known artist. Raymond, born in 1934, grew up to be a novelist, writing many stories.

In 1966, a big sports magazine called Sports Illustrated wrote an article about how football was introduced to Plainview. It showed how sports became a part of the community's life.

Famous People from Plainview

Plainview is proud to be the birthplace of these talented individuals:

• Benny Andrews (1930–2006): He was a famous painter and printmaker. His art often showed scenes from everyday life.
• Raymond Andrews (1934–1991): He was a novelist, known for his stories about life in the South.