Atco is a small community on the northwestern side of Cartersville

Cartersville, Georgia

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 in southern Bartow County

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, Georgia

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. Atco gets its name from the "American Textile Company" which began business there near the start of the 20th century. At one time the neighborhood boasted its own post office, school and grocery store. There are numerous baseball and soccer complexes in the area, primarily along Sugar Valley and Cassville Roads, making it a popular destination for subdivisions.