The Town of Woodland was incorporated on August 28, 1965. The town's population originally stood at 154 and is currently standing at approximately 250 residents.

Mr. Winfred R. Lovvorn was our first Mayor. The first council members include Ellis Ray Strain, Rex D. Lashley, Kermit V. Noles, Amos T. Williams, and Lowell McManus. 

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