Halls is part of Lauderdale County in the northwest region of Tennessee known for its outdoor recreation. Major attractions include the Veterans Museum located at the Dyersburg Army Air Base and nearby Fort Pillow State Historic Park. Each year in the spring, summer and fall seasons there are opportunities for picnicking, camping and hiking at the park. Among the biggest companies in Halls are Custom Software Solutions and the Lauderdale County Bank. The biggest schools here are Halls Junior High and Halls High School. One of the best places to visit when you are in Halls is the Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge or the boyhood home of "Roots" author Alex Haley near Henning. Famous persons from Halls include U.S. House Representative John Tanner and professional golfer Cary Middlecoff.