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Healthy Dixie is a group of Washington County citizens involved in government, business and education and committed to promoting healthy habits in the County. The Council strives to encourage positive lifestyle and legislative change through community and government outreach and education with the goal of improving the overall health of the citizens of Washington County.

The Council distributes grants for programs which encourage healthy lifestyles, creates community-based events and participates in wellness expos.





A Walking School Bus is a safe, healthy and fun way to help encourage students to walk and bike to school.



What is a Walking School Bus?

A Walking School Bus is a group of children walking to and from school with one or more adults. It can be as informal as two families taking turns walking their children to school - or as structured as a planned route with meeting points, a timetable and a roster of trained volunteers.