LEE COUNTY
Government Center
106 Hillcrest Drive
Sanford 919-718-4605
https://leecountync.gov/
Chamber of Commerce
143 Charlotte Ave., Suite 101
Sanford 919-775-7341
http://growsanfordnc.com/
Lifestyle
Home to some world famous businesses like Moen, Wyeth, Coty, Tyson and Caterpillar, and wonderful towns and cities that capture the heart of residents and visitors alike, Lee County offers pleasant small-town living within easy reach of the Research Triangle Region of North Carolina. In addition to being a center of industry, Lee County offers its residents excellent schools, recreational opportunities and a close proximity to the urban lifestyle of Raleigh, the state capital. Lee County offers an attractive quality of life that is increasingly harder to find in today’s world.
Services
Lee County offers all the pleasures of small-town and country living in close proximity to North Carolina’s capital city and the Research Triangle Park. First-rate services within the county include state-of-the-art healthcare facilities.
Lee County schools provide a quality education on primary and secondary levels. Central Carolina Community College provides a campus in Harnett County. The courses and programs offered at the college also benefit area businesses and industries by providing customized training in technical and professional areas. CCCC is home to the only laser and fiber optics laboratory in the Southeast, the largest program between Florida and Boston. Several other community and technical colleges are available in neighboring counties. More than a dozen other colleges and universities are available within an hour’s commute of the county. Included on the list are three major research universities: Duke University in Durham, the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, and North Carolina State University in Raleigh.
Broadway
City Offices
919-258-9922
www.broadwaync.com
Chamber of Commerce
919-775-7341
http://growsanfordnc.com/
Located just south of Sanford on the Lee and Harnett County lines, the town of Broadway was formed in the late 1800’s by early settlers coming to the area to distill turpentine. Later farming grew to become the predominant industry of the area. To this day, farming still plays a large role in the town’s economy.
Broadway is a walkable community with peaceful streets that are enjoyed by those who enjoy being in the outdoors, either on foot or on a bicycle. Within a few miles of the town outdoor enthusiasts can also find plenty to keep them occupied along the Cape Fear River with its many trails and water opportunities. Broadway is an outstanding example of a quiet community that is growing into a wonderful place to live and work.
City of Sanford
City Offices
919-775-8202
www.sanfordnc.net
Chamber of Commerce
919- 775-7341
http://growsanfordnc.com/
With more than 25,000 residents, Sanford is the county’s largest city and the home of the county government. Sanford is home to many artists and has a thriving art community. In addition Sanford is home to Central Carolina Community College which offers two-year academic degrees, certificates and individual courses for more than 12,000 students who are enrolled in its programs. The region also offers some of the world’s best universities. Within an hour of Sanford are The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina State University, Duke University, North Carolina Central University, Campbell University and Fayetteville State University.
