Family Circle announced its results of its survey to determine the best towns and cities across the country for families. The communities featured combine affordable housing, good neighbors, green spaces, and A+ public school systems. The results are featured in the August 2009 issue of Family Circle, on stands now.

"The recognition is phenomenal and will come as no surprise to our 50,000 residents who proudly call Hendersonville home," said Mayor Scott Foster. "The award confirms what we already know-that Hendersonville is a great place to live, work and play. We are proud to be nationally ranked and singled out as a " Top Town for Families" in Family Circle's August edition. It's official: Hendersonville is a winner!" 

Hendersonville is actually celebrating its 40th Anniversary as an incorporated city. "It is an honor to be recognized nationally for what we have been saying locally for quite some time, Hendersonville is a great place to call home. The quality of life in Hendersonville is second to none; our families have recognized this for years. There is a neighborly affection in Hendersonville where we all look out for one another, we work for the common good, and take tremendous pride in the city we all love," said Don Long, mayoral assistant and director of economic/community development in Hendersonville .