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Mississippi...10The Mississippi StateCapitol, located in down-town Jackson, is the heartof state government andhome to the offices of thegovernor and both legisla-tive houses.

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Noxubee County...53Despite the bars on the windows,books, not prisoners, fill theNoxubee County Library, which ishoused in the old county jail.

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Columbus...17Columbus’ PlymouthBluff Center, 2200 OldWest Point Road, is a190-acre educationaland recreational facili-ty featuring displaysabout the area’s richfossil history.

▲Starkville...35The Cullis and GladysWade ClockMuseum, located inthe lobby of theMississippi StateUniversity WelcomeCenter at the Culliswade depot, show-cases an extensivecollection of morethan 400 clocks.

▲West Point...45The facade of the newlyrenovated Ritz Theater,

reborn as a cafe andmeeting center as well

as a theater, greetsvisitors to West Point’s

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West Alabama...59Kathy Fetters cuts outarchaic words printed onhand letter presses at herart studio and gallery indowntown Gordo, Ala.

About the cover: The cover is one of a series of cloudphotographs made during July by Judy Howle, aColumbus photographer. Howle make the picture at theStennis Lock and Dam with a Canon 5D Mark 2. More ofher photography can be seen at http://southernexpo-sure.zenfolio.com

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FOOD1. Soulful fare: Savor Southern soul food atHelen’s Kitchen on 15th Street North inColumbus, 662-328-3063, or Jones Cafe inCatfish Alley, 662-327-9933.2. Corinth ribs: Of the Rib Shack in Corinth, anonline reviewer writes, “I’ve eaten a lot of ribs,the Rib Shack has the best … I’ve eaten, any-where. The prices are awesome also.” 920Highway 72 E. Corinth.

3. Steak out: Eat a steak at the Old HickorySteakhouse, a Columbus institution, onHighway 45 N. Ask for a front booth.4. Famous food: Birmingham is developing anational reputation for its haute cuisine. Seefor yourself at one of its celebrated restau-rants, Hot and Hot Fish Club, Highlands Barand Grill, Chez Fonfon or Bottega Cafe.5. Say cheese: Some say JubilationsCheesecake is the best. See for yourself. 1536Gardner Blvd., Columbus.6. Dagwood’s paradise: Tackle one of the out-

rageously huge sandwiches at United Deli onthe corner of Tuscaloosa Road and GardnerBoulevard in Columbus.7. Ribs and white bread: Eat the world-famous ribs at Dreamland in Tuscaloosa, orArchibald’s in Northport, Ala.8. Hold the mustard: Bill’s Hamburgers inAmory is mentioned in any number of foodguides. 310 North Main St.; Amory.9. Barbecue and bulldogs on the tube:Watch a Mississippi State away football gameon the Grumpytron at Grumpy’s, a barbecue

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joint at 105 Martin Luther King Junior DriveEast, Starkville.10. Sidewalk scene: Hang out for Happy Hourat Bin 612 — best when the weather is nice,612 University Drive or go down the street toCity Bagel for outside dining. Starkville.11. Taylor-made: Some of the best bone-infried catfish in north Mississippi can be foundat Taylor Grocery, off Old Taylor Road in Taylor,10 miles south of Oxford. Brown-bag a bottle ofwine.12. Pinch the tails … : Eat a plate of crawfishnachos at Huck’s, 121 Fifth St. S., Columbus.13. Hot fudge on Coontail Road: Eat the hotfudge cake with secret sauce at the FriendshipHouse off Coontail Road between Aberdeenand Amory.14. Banzai!: Have great Japanese food pre-pared at your table by a teppanyaki chef atUmi, 315 Highway 12 W. in Starkville.15. Cup O’ Joe: Relax with your favoriteespresso drink or smoothie at Beans and

Cream or Kudoz in Columbus, and StrangeBrew or the campus Barnes & Noble inStarkville.16. Classic diner experience: Eat breakfastat Starkville Cafe. Ask for the “duck butter.”212 Main St., Starkville.17. Fine dining in West Point: Celebrate amemorable occasion with dinner at the newlyrenovated Ritz or Anthony’s, the latter a WestPoint institution, the former a welcome up-and-comer.18. Fill ’er up: Have lunch at Mustang Oil,2205 Main St., in Greensboro, Ala. Part gasstation, part restaurant with great ribs and cat-fish.19. Burger in a hurry: If you dare, eat themonster Mugshot Burger at Mugshots inStarkville or Tuscaloosa, Ala. If you can finish itin 12 minutes, it’s free, 101 N. Douglas ConnerDrive, Starkville.

Seth Putnam/Dispatch StaffSteaks on the grill at Old Hickory Steakhouse on Highway 45 North in Columbus.

Lunch is served at Mugshots inStarkville, 101 N. Douglas Conner Drive.Kelly Tippett/Dispatch Staff

FUN STUFF20. Take it to the streets: Enjoy an array offestivals, including Starkville’s Cotton DistrictArts Festival (April), Columbus’ Market StreetFestival (May) and West Point’s Prairie ArtsFestival (September).21. Knitters’ paradise: Some might notbelieve that downtown Columbus has a world-class yarn store. Visit Yarns Downtown, 120Fifth St. S.22. Window to the past: See an example ofTiffany stained glass at St. Paul’s EpiscopalChurch in Columbus.23. West Point window shopping: Beautifullymaintained storefronts house a first-ratekitchenware shop, a gun shop, an old-timehardware store and more. Downtown WestPoint.24. High-end antiques: Columbus hosts anannual Decorative Arts & Preservation Forumand Antiques Show & Sale each November inthe Trotter Convention Center. This year’s saleis Nov. 4-7. More info: 800-920-3533.25. West Point walkabout: Walk the beautifulKitty Bryan Dill Memorial Parkway, a 3.75 mile “Rails to Trails” parkway through town that

links five local parks.www.wpnet.org/wp_parks.htm.26. Gentlemen, start your engines: See adirt-track race at Columbus Motor Speedway,www.columbusspeedway.com, and MagnoliaMotor Speedway, www.magnoliamotorspeed-way.net27. Play date: Picnic and spend an afternoonwith the kids at Lee Park’smaze-like playground.Columbus, 662-329-1191.28. Toe-tapping fun: Go tothe Longview Opry andFarmer’s Market everySaturday night beginning at6. Highway 12, Longview inWebster County.29. Author, author: Attendthe Eudora Welty Writers’Symposium, which is heldevery October during thethird full week, Thursday-Saturday, MUW 1100College St.30. Under the ginkgo tree:Take a walking tour of The W campus. With 23buildings on the National Register of HistoricPlaces, this 126-year-old university is an archi-tectural treasure trove.31. Celebrating TW: Attend the TennesseeWilliams Tribute and Tour of Victorian Homesevery fall. Columbus, www.muw.edu/ten-nesseewilliams.32. Strollin’ along the river: Enjoy the naturalbeauty surrounding the Columbus Riverwalk.

Main Street at the foot of River Hill.

33. Old times not forgotten: Commune withthe spirits floating about the Confederategravestones and historic monuments atFriendship Cemetery, Fourth Street South,Columbus.

34. A swig of art: Browse or take an art classat Rosenzweig Arts Center. Main Street,

Columbus. www.columbus-arts.com

35. Home grown: Visit theHitching Lot Farmers’Market in Columbus Maythrough September.www.hitchinglotfarmersmar-ket.com

36. Cool fun in the sum-mertime: Have wet fun atDewayne Hayes RecreationCenter’s spray park, 7934Barton Ferry Road,Columbus.

37. Water music: OnThursday evenings in thesummer go the Riverwalk

for Sounds of Summer, an outdoor showcasefor local music talent. Columbus, 662-329-1191.

38. Remembering the Wolf: Attend a festivalcelebrating Clay County’s most famous blues-man, Howlin’ Wolf. West Point first weekend inSeptember. www.wpnet.org/Howlin_Festival.htm.39. Yuletime traditions: Cut down your owntree at Swedenberg’s Christmas Tree Farm in


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Seth Putnam/Dispatch StaffThe weeping angel monument, marking the gravesite of the Rev. Thomas Teasdale,is one of the most photographed monuments at the historic Friendship Cemetery inColumbus.

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Columbus, 979 S. Lehmberg Road, 662-328-9140 or Gray’s Tree Farm in Amory, 60206Hatley-Detroit Road, 662-256-5037.40. Tee up: Golf at Old Waverly Golf Club inWest Point, 1802 Magnolia Drive, 662-494-6463, www.oldwaverly.com; Mississippi StateUniversity, 662-325-3028, www.golfcourse.msstate.edu; the Columbus Country Club,2331 Military Road, 662-328-4837; GreenOaks Golf Club in Columbus, 326 Green OaksDrive, 662-328-3879; and Elm Lake GolfCourse in Columbus, 1609 Taylor ThurstonRoad, 662-329-8964.41. Up, up and away: Take flying lessons atthe Columbus-Lowndes County Airport, 662-327-6907 or with Accessible Aviation, 662-574-9157.42. Fun on the Waterway: Go wakeboardingor boating at the Columbus Marina, 295 MarinaDrive, or continue on to the Stennis Lock andDam to relax, picnic, walk or wet a hook.43. Anglers’ nirvana: The Tenn-TomWaterway offers a wide range of options foranglers in search of bass, crappie and catfish.The waterway is also famous for its AmateurBass Trail, which allows amateur fishermen toparticipate in eight tournaments throughoutthe year. tenntom.sam.usace.army.mil/Recreation.html#Fish.44. Rack ’em up: Play a game of pool atSouthern Billiards in Starkville, 103 S.Washington St., 662-323-7665.45. Fresh veggies: Visit the StarkvilleFarmer’s Market on Saturday morning, 662-323-3322.

46. Hunters rejoice: Peruse the bonanza ofhunting and camping gear at the Mossy OakOutdoor Outlet, 1251 Highway 45 South inWest Point.

47. Wind chimes to horse feed to cowboyboots: Shop at the Starkville Co-Op. 662-323-3322.

48. Out in left field: Grill out, enjoy yourfavorite beverage and, oh yeah, watch theMSU baseball Dogs with a boisterous crowdin the Dudy Noble’s Left Field Lounge.

49. Music after dark: Peruse Starkville’smusic scene at Dave’s, 662-324-7001,Rick’s, 662-323-7425, or Cowbell’s, 662-615-9600.

50. Check it out at the library: Columbus,West Point and Starkville all have excellentlibraries. See for yourself.

51. Watch the Dawgs bite: Buy a season

ticket to Mississippi State football games,662-323-3322.

52. Honky-tonk dreamers: For a quarter youcan hear them sing their songs on the juke-box at the Elbow Room Lounge, 418 SecondAve. N. in Columbus or at the PlaymoreLounge, Highway 182 at theAlabama/Mississippi state line.

53. Relics from the past: Take in Columbushistory in the Stephen D. Lee Home andMuseum, 316 Seventh St. N.; Columbus.

54. Antebellum splendor: Visit historicWaverley Mansion, considered one ofAmerica’s castles. 1852 Waverley MansionRoad, Clay County.

55. Southern dreams: If touring Victorianand antebellum homes of Columbus isn’tenough, spend the night on one of severalthat offer bed and breakfast. For more info,call 662-329-1191.


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FIELD TRIPS56. Let’s get lost: Explore the small towns ofthe Prairie, Artesia, Crawford and Brooksville,where one should not miss the Ole CountryBakery.57. Explore west Alabama: Cruise the smalltowns of this area, each with its own charm:Millport, Vernon, Sulligent and Hamilton.Careful, don’t get lost in Hightogy.58. Tennessee Williams slept here: Thefamous playwright was born in Columbus, andhis first home is now a welcome center at 300Main St.59. Would you like to ride in my beautifulballoon?: You can at the Tupelo BalloonFestival in April. www.upupnawayfest.info/60. Sunset cruise: Cruise the Black Warrior atsunset on the Bama Belle, a split-wheel paddlewheeler based in Tuscaloosa, Ala. 1-800-538-8696.61. A field trip to Yoknapatawpha: Take inlife on Oxford’s Square. Attend ThackerMountain Radio show, Thursday afternoons dur-ing the fall and spring. Enjoy fine dinning at anynumber of restaurants on or just off theSquare. Don’t forget Faulkner’s home, RowanOak, and the Ole Miss campus with its Grove,art museum and Center for Southern Studiesexhibition space.62. Lake view: Go to Lake Lowndes State Parkand just watch the ducks in the water. Therealso are playgrounds, tennis courts, basketballcourts and walking trails, 662-328-2110.63. Sunrise stroll: Take a sunrise walk indowntown Aberdeen as the early morning lightilluminates the old churches, Victorian homesand beautiful old trees, 800-645-3851.64. Gators and more: If it’s a walk in thewoods you’re looking for, try the 48,000-acreNoxubee Wildlife Refuge. The visitor center islocated at the edge of Bluff Lake northwest ofBrooksville, south of Starkville.www.fws.gov/noxubee.65. Explore The Dismals: This pristine wilder-ness area offers romantic cabins, secludedcampsites, hiking, waterfalls and a countrystore, 12 miles south of Russellville, Ala.www.dismalscanyon.com.66. Tracing history and nature: Take a drivedown (or up) the Natchez Trace, the nationalpark that stretches from Natchez to Nashville.www.nps.gov/natr/index.htm.67. Hound dog homeplace: Visit ElvisPresley’s birthplace and first home in Tupelo.Go downtown to Tupelo Hardware to see whereMiss Gladys bought her boy his first guitar.www.elvispresleybirthplace.com68. Unexpected riches: In addition to its col-lection of European paintings, the LaurenRogers Museum in Laurel boats an impressivearray of Japanese prints and Native Americanbaskets. www.lrma.org.

69. Hand-painted horses: The city ofMeridian has restored its 100-plus-year-oldDentzel Carousel to its original splendor. Themerry-go-round has been placed on theNational Register of Historic Places.www.meridianms.org/pr_carousel.htm.

70. Botanical beauty: Birmingham BotanicalGardens 67.5 acres features more than10,000 different plants. The garden containsmore than 25 unique gardens, original outdoorsculpture and miles of serene paths.www.bbgardens.org.

Chris Jenkins/Special to The DispatchA young visitor runs among the rocky nature trails of The Dismals, 12 miles southof Russellville, Ala.

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71. Kentuck Festival: Attend what AmericanStyle magazine says is one of the top 10 artfestivals in the country. In Northport, Ala., onthe third weekend in October.www.kentuck.org/festival.html.

72. Rural Art: Visit the Greensboro (HaleCounty), Ala., home of Auburn’s renown RuralStudio Project (www.cadc.auburn.edu/rural-studio) and lovely antebellum and turn-of-the-century homes.

73. Lost realm of the Black Warrior: ExploreMoundville Archaeological Park, about 12miles southeast of Tuscaloosa. Just reopenedafter a 10-year, $5 million renovation, theJones Museum showcases 200 stunning arti-facts to describe one of the most significantNative American archaeological sites in theUnited States moundville.ua.edu.

74. Pick ur own: Visit Reese Orchard inSessums where you can pick peaches, mus-cadines, apples, figs and pears to your heart’scontent. www.reeseorchard.com/aboutus.html.

75. Back to nature: Visit MUW’s PlymouthBluff Center for information on the earliestdays of Columbus, hiking trails and displayshighlighting flora and fauna of the area.www.plymouthbluff.com.

76. Grandma’s attic: Browse Falkner AntiqueMall on the courthouse square in Vernon, Ala.www.falknerantiquemall.com.

77. German POWs : Aliceville, Ala., doesn’tseem like a likely place for a World War II POWcamp for German prisoners, but it was. Learnmore at the Aliceville POW Museum andCultural Center, 104 Broad St. N.E., 205-373-2363.

78. Stone-ground: Four generations of Scipleshave used water to grind corn and wheat. CallSciple’s Mill at 601-743-2295, or send ordersto Sciple’s Mill, Route 4, Box 119, DeKalb, MS39328. 525 Sciples Mill Road.

79. A museum for children: Visit theChildren’s Hands-On Museum in Tuscaloosa,Ala., 2213 University Blvd.,www.chomonline.org, 205-349-4235.

80. America’s history in art: The Warner-Westervelt Museum in Tuscaloosa, Ala., hous-es what is considered one of the top collec-tions of American art. 8316 Mountbatten RoadN.E., 205-343-4540, www.warnermuseum.org.

81. Hollywood under the stars: Go to a drive-in movie at Blue Moon Drive In Theater, 4690U.S. 43 in Guin, Ala., 205-468-8046.

82. Camp meeting: Visit the rustic TabernacleCampground in Ethelsville, Ala., during theannual camp meeting, each summer,www.tabernaclecampground.com.

83. Toe-tapping fun: Enjoy free music, includ-ing country, Bluegrass, gospel and karaokeevery Saturday night at the Back Street Opry,now in its 20th year at 161 Reeves St. inVernon, Ala.; call Howard Reeves at the Lamar

County Democrat, 205-695-7029.84. A view of the city: A statue of Vulcanoverlooking Birmingham is the world’s largestcast iron statue and considered one of themost memorable works of civic art in theUnited States. www.visitvulcan.com/about-vul-can.html.

85. Funny folks: Take in a show at theComedy Club in Birmingham, Ala., 1818 DataDrive, 205-444-0008, www.stardome.com.Featured comedians have included BruceBruce, Margaret Cho, Bill Bellamy, DaveChappelle, Craig Ferguson, Mike Epps, DLHughley, Pauly Shore, Rickey Smiley and more.86. Fleas and more: Tupelo Gigantic FleaMarket and Craft Show bills itself as theSouth’s largest of its kind. 1879 N. ColeyRoad, 662-842-4442,www.tupelofleamarket.net.87. Blues tour: Celebratethe rich history of Blues inthe area with stops alongthe Mississippi Blues Trail,including the followingmarkers: AberdeenMississippi Blues inAberdeen, Big Joe Williamsin Crawford, Black PrairieBlues in Macon, ColumbusMississippi Blues inColumbus, Elvis Presley inTupelo, Howlin’ Wolf inWest Point and Shake ragin Tupelo, www.msblues-trail.org.88. Sold to the man inthe orange hat: B&BAntiques in Gu-Win, Ala.,holds frequent auctions offine antiques, memrobiblia,realty and farm equipment.www.bb-antiques.com.89. White-water thrills:Go kayaking or canoeingon Bear Creek in Alabama.Bear Creek Canoe Run, onU.S. Highway 43, Hackleburg, Ala. 205-993-4459.90. Here lies Ole Red: Visit the world’s onlycoon dog cemetery seven miles west ofTuscumbia on U.S. Highway 72. www.coon-dogcemetery.com.

91. A house party like no other: Visit theNeshoba County Fair, a Mississippi traditionthat includes political speechmaking, frontporch visiting and old-time fun. Held in lateJuly, early August in Philadelphia. While in townvisit Williams Brothers Store, a thriving old-time general store. 601-656-2651.92. Civil War History: Learn about the Battleof Shiloh at the Corinth Civil War InterpretiveCenter, 501 W. Linden St. 662-287-9273,www.nps.gov/shil.

93. Healthy kids: Teach kids healthy habits —and have fun at the same time — at theHealthWorks! Museum in Tupelo. www.health-workskids.org.94. High cotton: Spend the night in luxury atthe Alluvian Hotel and Spa in Greenwood andtake a class at the Viking Cooking School.www.thealluvian.com.95. Read up: While in Greenwood, stop by oneof Mississippi’s newest independent book-stores, TurnRow Books.www.turnrowbooks.com.96. Southern lit: Sip lemonade and read aWilliam Faulkner novel on the balcony at SquareBooks, overlooking the Square in Oxford.97. Weeguns and white bucks: For a deal on agreat pair of men’s shoes, do what generationsof Mississippians have done; go to ProgressiveShoe Store, 11 W. Marion St., Pontotoc.

98. Mules, chickens and art: Visit the artgallery that was once a NAPA Auto Parts storein downtown Gordo, Ala., home of Mule Day,Chicken Festival.99. Small-town charm: Visit the specialtyshops and art galleries in downtown Northport,Ala.100. All aboard: The city of Amory celebratesits history at as an important railroad hub,complete with a rail car exhibit, at the AmoryRegional Museum, 801 Third Street South,Amory. 662-256-2761,www.amoryms.us/museum.101. B’ham museums: You have three tochoose from: The Civil Rights Institute, TheMcWane Science Institute (for children) andthe Birmingham Museum of Art.

National Park ServiceAlong the Natchez Trace, there are many preserved sec-

tions of the Old Trace that can be visited along theParkway. The Old Trace at milepost 221.4 is particularly

photogenic, especially on a foggy winter morning.

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State factsNickname: The Magnolia StateMotto: Virtute et Armis (By Valor andArms)Flower: MagnoliaBird: MockingbirdStone: Petrified woodBeverage: MilkFossil: Prehistoric whaleLand mammal: White-tailed deerWaterfowl: Wood duckFish: Largemouth or Black bassInsect: HoneybeeShell: Oyster

Water mammal: Bottle-nosed dolphinSong: “Go Mississippi”Entered the Union: Dec. 10, 1817Capital: JacksonArea: 48,434 square milesNumber of counties: 82Rank in nation: 31st in population(2,844,658, 2000 Census) the 2010Census is in progress.

State officialsAll phone numbers for state

officials in Jackson have the 601

area code. The zip code for postoffice boxes in Jackson is 39205.Current state officials were elect-ed in November 2007. Physicaland mailing addresses differ; callfor more information.Governor – Haley Barbour, 501 N. WestSt., Woolfolk Building, 15th floor (P.O.Box 139), Jackson, MS 39205, or call601-359-3150.Lieutenant Governor – Phil Bryant,Office of the Lt. Governor, P.O. Box1018, Jackson, MS 39215, or call


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Haley BarbourGovernor

Phil BryantLieutenant Governor

Delbert HosemanSecretary of State

Jim HoodAttorney General

Tate ReevesState Treasurer

601-359-3200.Secretary of State – Delbert Hosemann, HeberLadner Building, 401 Mississippi St., (P.O. Box136) Jackson, MS 39205, or call 601-359-1350.Attorney General – Jim Hood, 550 High St.,Suite 1200, Jackson, MS 39201, or call 601-359-3680.Treasurer – Tate Reeves, P.O. Box 138,Jackson, MS 39205, or call 601-359-3600.State Auditor – Stacey Pickering, Suite 801,Woolfolk Building, Jackson, MS 39201, or call800-576-2800.

Agriculture Commissioner – Lester Spell,Department of Agriculture and Commerce, 121N. Jefferson St., Jackson, MS 39201, or call601-359-1100.Insurance Commissioner – Mike Chaney, StateDepartment of Insurance, 1001 WoolfolkBuilding, 501 N. West St., Jackson, or call601-359-3569. Mailing address: P.O. Box 79,Jackson, MS 39205.Northern District Transportation Commissioner– Bill Minor, State Highway Department, P.O.Box 1850, Jackson, MS 39201, or call 359-7025; Tupelo office: P.O. Box 2060, Tupelo,

MS 38803, 662-842-1122.Northern District Public Service Commissioner– Brandon Presley, Public Service Commission,P.O. Box 1174, Jackson, MS 39201, or call601-961-5450.

U.S. senators◆ Thad Cochran, United States Senate, 113Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington,D.C. 20510. Call 202-224-5054. ◆ Roger Wicker, United States Senate, 555Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington,D.C. 20510. Call 202-224-6253.


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U.S. representatives◆ District 1 – Travis W. Childers, U.S. Houseof Representatives, 1708 Longworth HouseBuilding, Washington, D.C. 20515. Call 202-225-4306. The Lowndes County local officetelephone number is 662-327-0748.◆ District 2 – Bennie Thompson, U.S. House ofRepresentatives, 2432 Rayburn HouseBuilding, Washington, D.C. 20515. Call 202-225-5876.◆ District 3 – Gregg Harper, U.S. House ofRepresentatives, 307 Cannon House Building,Washington, D.C. 20515. Call 202-225-5031.

The Starkville office telephone number is 662-324-0007. ◆ District 4 – Gene Taylor, 2269 RayburnHouse Building, Washington, D.C. 20515. Call202-225-5772.

State representativesTo contact a representative during a

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◆ District 37 – Clay, Lowndes, Oktibbeha.Gary Chism, P.O. Box 2343, Columbus, MS39704. Call (O) 327-0777 or (H) 328-7769.◆ District 38 – Clay, Lowndes, Noxubee,Oktibbeha. Tyrone Ellis, P.O. Box 892,Starkville, MS 39760. Call 662-323-6564 or662-324-5433.◆ District 39 – Lowndes. Jeffrey C. “Jeff”Smith, P.O. Box 681, Columbus, MS 39703.Call (O) 662-328-2711 or (H) 662-327-0407.◆ District 41 – Lowndes. Esther Harrison, 924Seventh St. S., Columbus, MS 39701. Call662-327-5294.

◆ District 42 – Kemper, Lauderdale, Noxubee.Reecy L. Dickson, P.O. Box 293, Macon, MS39341. Call (O) 662-726-9255 or (H) 662-725-4358.◆ District 43 – Noxubee, Kemper, Winston.Russ C. Nowell, 4226 N. Columbus Ave.,Louisville, MS 39339. Call 662-773-4702.

State senators ◆ District 7 – Itawamba, Lee, Monroe. HobBryan, P.O. Box 75, Amory, MS 38821. Call(O) 662-256-9601 or (H) 662-256-9989.◆ District 15 – Attala, Calhoun, Montgomery,

Choctaw, Winston, Oktibbeha, Webster. GaryJackson, 403 S. Depot St., Kilmichael, MS39747. Call 662-262-9273 or 601-359-3221(O).◆ District 16 – Clay, Lowndes, Oktibbeha,Noxubee. Bennie L. Turner, P.O. Drawer 1500,West Point, MS 39773. Call 662-494-6611 or601-359-3210.◆ District 17 – Lowndes. Terry Brown, 22Hillside Drive, Columbus, MS 39702. Call (H)662-329-3399, 662-386-6732 or 601-359-3226.◆ District 32 – Kemper, Lauderdale, Noxubee,


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Winston. Sampson Jackson II, 450 JacksonRoad, Preston, MS 39354. Call 601-677-2305,601-743-5900 or 601-359-3172.

General information Anti-litter laws – Dumping trash or

litter on the highways or right-of-ways isa misdemeanor offense subject to afine.

“Click It or Ticket” – New primaryseat-belt mandate requires that everyfront-seat passenger and every passen-

ger 12 and under wear a safety belt.Boat registration – Boats must be

registered with the Mississippi Wildlife,Game and Conservation Office inJackson. Forms may be obtained at anysporting goods store or the tax office atthe county courthouse. Mississippi resi-dents can also renew boat registrationonline at www.ms.gov/gf/boating/index.jsp. Tags for trailers may be pur-chased at the tax office at the court-house.

Car tags – Automobile license platesmust be purchased within seven days ofautomobile purchase and annually onthe date of renewal. At the time thelicense plate is purchased at the court-house, the state, county and city ad val-orem taxes and privilege taxes for theautomobile must be paid to the countytax collector.

A person moving to Mississippi fromanother state in which motor licensetaxes have been paid may use the vehi-cle for a period of 30 days, but the vehi-cle must be registered in Mississippiafter that time, or the vehicle ownermay be subject to fines if found in viola-tion of the law. For information, contactyour county courthouse.

Driver’s licenses – These may bepurchased by qualified drivers for afour-year period. Licenses for thoseunder 18 are valid for one year. The feeis $20 in cash. Driver’s licenses areissued by the Mississippi HighwayPatrol after the applicant has passed anexamination.

Those who are at least 15 may applyfor a temporary driving permit; bringcertified birth certificate, SocialSecurity card and marriage license, ifapplicable.

An intermediate license will beissued for those who are at least 15 1/2years old and who have held a tempo-rary learner’s permit for at least sixmonths without any moving violation.Applicants must also show proof theyare enrolled in school. If an intermedi-ate license is granted, the driver is onlyallowed to drive between 6 a.m. and 10p.m. There is a $5 fee.

Applicants for a driver’s license mustbe at least 16 years of age. Applicantswho are 16 must have six months’ expe-rience under an intermediate license;


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this requirement does not apply to newresidents who have held driver’s licens-es in another state for at least sixmonths.

New residents must secure a driver’slicense within 60 days.

Other laws apply; for more informa-tion, contact the Driver’s LicenseBureau at 327-1833.

Hunting and fishing licenses –Resident hunting and fishing licensesmay be purchased from most local

sporting goods dealers and bait shops.Mississippi residents can also purchasetheir hunting and fishing licenses onlineat http://home.mdwfp.com. The per-sons exempt are residents under age 16or more than 65 years of age. All others,including military personnel, must pur-chase a license before hunting. Thecosts of the various licenses are:◆ Freshwater fishing only $8◆ Three-day freshwater fishing only $3◆ Combination hunting and freshwater fishing

license, not archery/primitive weapon hunting$17◆ Small game hunting $13◆ All inclusive sportsman’s license (all game,all weapons) $32

Fees are in addition to minimal agentand processing fees.

Marriage licenses – Marriagelicenses are issued by the circuit clerk.If the female applicant is under age 17and is a resident of Mississippi, theapplication must be made to the clerk of


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the county of her residence. A three-daywaiting period is required before theclerk may issue the marriage license.Evidence of blood test and proof of agemust also be presented at the filing ofan application for license. The cost ofthe marriage license and necessary cer-tificates is $22; cash is required.

For information, call your county cir-cuit clerk’s office.

Motor Vehicle FinancialResponsibility Law – Every accident

in which a person is killed or injured orin which property damage is in excessof $250 must be reported to theMississippi Department of Public Safetywithin five days.

If by 20 days after the report hasbeen received, the Department ofPublic Safety does not have on file satis-factory evidence the person is not liableor has executed an agreement to paycosts in installments, the departmentmust determine the amount of security

sufficient to satisfy any judgment fordamages.

Driver’s licenses will be suspendedwithin 60 days if the security is notdeposited. Security is not required if thedriver of the motor vehicle is coveredby a liability insurance policy of suffi-cient amount.

All drivers in Mississippi arerequired to have proof of insuranceinside their vehicles at all times.Anyone operating a vehicle withoutproof of insurance will be subject to afine and suspension of his or her dri-ver’s license.

Motor Vehicle Inspection Law –An annual motor vehicle inspection isrequired. Licensed garages make theinspection for which a fee is charged. Awindshield sticker is provided by theinspector.

Better Business Bureau – TheBetter Business Bureau is in place toprotect against irresponsible businessand scams of all types. It also lends ahelping hand to those reputable busi-nesses in need.

BBB implemented a program inJanuary 1987 called “Customer Care,”which allows businesses to advertisethey are members of the bureau.

Under the program, members areallowed to use an arbitration logo innewspapers, periodicals, direct mail, fly-ers, handouts, billboards, posters,radio/TV, letterheads, business cardsand invoices. The logo cannot be usedin yellow page ads in telephone books,annual directories and handbooks/man-uals.

For more information about theBetter Business Bureau and its servic-es, call 800-987-8280.

About ColumbusAs it approaches the second

centenary of its existence,Columbus is enjoying an unprece-dented flurry of industrial devel-opment. Despite the changes, res-idents of the “Friendly City”retain the hospitality for whichthey are justly famous, welcomingthe new, while preserving andpaying homage to a remarkablepast.

European explorer Hernandode Soto first entered Mississippiwhen he crossed the TombigbeeRiver near here in 1540. The firstactual trading post along this areaof the Tombigbee was establishednot far from Columbus in 1790.From this trading post, Columbusearned another nickname,“Possum Town” — not because ofan abundance of possums, butbecause to the area’s native

Indians, the proprietor of the trad-ing post resembled a possum.

In 1820, Gen. Andrew Jacksonbrought his Military Roadthrough the area on the way toNew Orleans. The first steamboatto navigate the river docked herein 1821, the same year thatColumbus was incorporated.

Mississippi’s first publicschool, Franklin Academy, wasfounded in 1821 in Columbus.

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Gene TaylorCouncilman - Ward 1

Joseph MickensCouncilman - Ward 2

Charlie BoxCouncilman - Ward 3

Fred StewartCouncilman - Ward 4

Franklin Academy still operates as anelementary school for kindergartenthrough fourth grade on the originalsite.

The nation’s first “Decoration Day,”or Memorial Day, was observed in 1866when a group of Columbus women dec-orated the graves of both theConfederate and Union soldiers atFriendship Cemetery. The women’sactions inspired the poem, “The Blueand the Gray.”

America’s first state-supported col-lege for women was founded inColumbus in 1884. MississippiUniversity for Women today continuesits tradition of quality education for menand women.

Columbians are proud of MUW aswell as Columbus Air Force Base, apilot training facility and the area’slargest employer. The influx of militarypersonnel brings innovative ideas to thecommunity, and many military retireeschoose this area as their permanenthome.

Columbus is also proud of its historicMain Street district. The National Trustfor Historic Preservation named MainStreet Columbus a winner of the 2010Great American Main Street Awards,one of four winners nationally.

General informationCounty – LowndesCounty seat – ColumbusPopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau estimat-ed a 2008 population of 23,798 in the city and59,284 in the county. The last census was in2000; the 2010 Census is in progress. Government – City: mayor and city council;incorporated as a town in 1821 and as a cityin 1884. County: five-member board of supervi-sors.Altitude – 211 feet above sea levelArea – 21 square miles (city); 517 square

miles (county) Assessed valuation – $574 million county;$178 million cityCity statistics – Total city streets mileage,141; firefighters, 66; police officers, 63Climate – Temperature – January average dailymaximum, 51.1; January average daily mini-mum, 31.2; July average daily maximum, 92.5;July average daily minimum, 69.5Major highways – U.S. 45 and 82; state high-ways 12, 50, 69 and 373.Industry – Principal manufactured productsinclude electric motors, chemicals, trousers,toilet seats, plastics, paper, rubber, clay andbrick products, prefabricated steel buildings,steel products, furniture and other wood prod-ucts.Trade area – Retail trade area has a radius of50 miles and a population of 250,000.

City governmentColumbus has a mayor-city council

type of government.The mayor is elected every four

years by a majority vote, based on thevotes cast throughout the city in the pri-mary and general elections. The sixcouncilmen, also elected every fouryears, are elected based on votes in pre-determined sections, or wards, of thecity.

The present mayor and council wereelected June 2, 2009. They are: ◆ Mayor Robert Smith (O) 328-7021, (C) 364-0433, email: [email protected]◆ Ward 1 Gene Taylor (H) 329-1227, (C) 425-1833, e-mail: [email protected]◆ Ward 2 Joseph Mickens (H) 327-8882, (C) 251-8882, e-mail:[email protected]◆ Ward 3 Charlie Box (H) 327-1270, (C) 889-2165, e-mail:[email protected]◆ Ward 4 Fred Stewart (O) 327-5011, (C) 364-1013, e-mail: [email protected]◆ Ward 5 Kabir Karriem (H) 241-4067,

(C) 549-4314, e-mail: [email protected]◆ Ward 6 Bill Gavin (H) 327-3323, (C) 574-0295, e-mail: [email protected]

The council meets the first and thirdTuesdays of the month at 5 p.m. at theCity Municipal Complex at 1501 MainSt. Meetings are open to the public.

Other major city officials include:Chief Operating Officer – David Armstrong,329-5119Chief of Police – Joseph St. John, 244-3500Fire Chief – Ken Moore, 329-5128City Attorney – Jeff Turnage, 245-5130City Judge – Curtis Austin, 328-6127City Prosecutor – Tim Hudson, 328-2711City/County Tax Collector and Registrar – GregAndrews, 329-5700Columbus Action Center – 329-5147, CAC pro-vides a hotline for people to use to notify cityofficials about any municipal issues that needattention. The office is located on the first floorof City Hall.

The City Hall and MunicipalComplex hours are 7 a.m.-6 p.m.,Monday through Thursday.

County governmentThe responsibility for administering

the duties of county government falls tothe Lowndes County Board ofSupervisors.

The county is divided into five dis-tricts, but has operated under the unitsystem since January 1989. The officialsare elected to a four-year term of office.The last election was held in 2007; thecurrent board will serve throughDecember 2012.

The current Lowndes County super-visors are:◆ District 1 Harry Sanders (O) 329-5884, (O)329-5896, (C) 242-0550, e-mail: [email protected]◆ District 2 Frank Ferguson (O) 329-5884, (C)574-3049, e-mail: [email protected]◆ District 3 John Holliman (O) 327-6337, (C)


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Bill GavinCouncilman - Ward 6

Harry SandersSupervisor - Dist. 1

Frank FergusonSupervisor - Dist. 2

John HollimanSupervisor - Dist. 3

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The Board of Supervisors meets reg-ularly at least twice a month, in the firstweek of the month, around the 15th ofeach month and, during some months,the last week of the month.

Meetings are held at 9 a.m. in thesupervisors’ boardroom in the Lowndes

County Courthouse on Second AvenueNorth. Sessions are open to the public.

Other major county officials include:Sheriff – Butch Howard, 329-5826Superintendent of Education – Michael Halford,244-5000County Attorney – Tim Hudson, 328-2711Justice Court Judges – Mike Arledge, ChrisHemphill and Peggy Phillips. The justice courtoffice is located at 11 Airline Road. Call 329-5929 or 329-5942 for the judges. Constables – Willie “Hoot” West, 327-1170;Joe Ables, 244-0762; and Willie “Sonny”

Sanders, 244-0763Chancery Clerk – Lisa Younger Neese, 329-5805Circuit Clerk – Mahala Salazar, 329-5900Road Manager – Ronnie Burns, 329-5840County Administrator – Ralph Billingsley, 329-5896Tax Assessor and Collector – Greg Andrews,329-5700Coroner – Greg Merchant, 386-0704County Agent – Jeff Wilson, 328-2111

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Jeff SmithSupervisor - Dist. 4

Leroy BrooksSupervisor - Dist. 5

Joseph St. JohnPolice Chief

Butch HowardSheriff

Ken MooreFire Chief

City, county mapsMaps of the city and county are avail-

able to newcomers at the Columbus-Lowndes Development Link located at1102 Main St. Call 245-5055 for details.

Permits, licensesBuilding permits – City building

permits may be obtained at theInspection Department, 1621 Main St.Call 245-5055 for information.

Business permits, licenses – In

the city, these may be obtained at thecity municipal building located at 1621Main St. Call 245-5055 for information.

In the county, these may obtained atthe Lowndes County Courthouse locat-ed at 505 Second Ave. N. Call 329-5700for information.

Postal serviceResidents can deposit their mail at a

number of locations throughout the city.According to postal officials,

Columbus has three stations with win-dow service and 36 collection boxes onthe streets.

Collection stations having windowservice are located at Main Street,Bluecutt Road and on Highway 182East. They have window service fivedays a week, and the Bluecutt Roadmain post office window service oper-ates on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. tonoon.

In addition, those living in apartmentcomplexes can deposit mail at locationsdesignated for mail pickup.

Besides the main post offices intown, there are contract stations locatedat Columbus Air Force Base for militarypersonnel and at Mississippi Universityfor Women for students.

For those living in the rural areas ofLowndes County, there are post officeslocated in Steens, Crawford andCaledonia.

Postage stamps may be purchased atany post office. Those living in ruralareas may buy stamps directly fromtheir mail carrier and those living in thecity can order stamps through the mail,by fax or online at www.usps.com.

Mail is picked up daily at all postoffice locations.

Last pickup is at 5 p.m. at the down-town office and U.S. Highway 82 loca-tions. Those who have mail that mustbe posted after that time can deposit ituntil 6:25 p.m. at the Bluecutt location.

Refuse collectionCity – A monthly charge of $11.75 is

included on residential customers’ elec-tric bills. Trash and garbage are collect-ed twice weekly.

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TaxesPersonal taxes – State, county and

municipal ad valorem taxes, except onmotor vehicles, must be paid by Feb. 1of each year. County and city tax mill-age rates are set prior to Oct. 1 of eachyear.

Where to pay taxes – Municipaltaxes are to be paid at Columbus CityHall, 513 Main St.

County taxes are payable to theLowndes County tax assessor, whoseoffice is at 1121 Main St. Taxes can bepaid between Dec. 1 and Feb. 1 withoutpenalty. Call 329-5700.

State income tax is payable to theState Tax Commission located in theWoolfolk Building in Jackson, by April15. The State Tax Commission also hasa branch office at 4072 Highway 45 N.in Columbus. The Internal RevenueService office is located at 2209 Fifth St.N. in Columbus.

Homestead exemption – Personsmoving into Lowndes County must havetheir deed recorded by the chanceryclerk by Dec. 31, their home purchasedand deed acknowledged by Jan. 7, 2010,and file for homestead exemption byApril 1, 2010. The applicant must havebeen living in the home on Jan. 1 of theyear for which he or she is filing.

According to Lowndes County TaxAssessor-Collector Greg Andrews, thefollowing documents are needed byfirst-time filers for homestead exemp-tion: warranty deed; Social Securitynumber(s); Lowndes County license tagnumbers on all vehicles; proof of a dis-ability, if applicable; and cost of homeand amount of down payment.

For more information, contact:Lowndes County Tax Assessor, 1121Main St., Columbus, MS 39701.Telephone 662-329-5700. Office hoursare 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday throughFriday.

UtilitiesElectricity

City – To establish service within thecity, newcomers, whether renting or

owning, need to bring two forms ofidentification, including one with arecent photo, to the Columbus Lightand Water Department, 420 FourthAve. S. There is a $25 origination fee,which is added to the first month’s bill.

Those renting an apartment orhouse also need to bring a rentreceipt/lease agreement, three forms ofidentification, and must pay a deposit of$300, which includes water.Homeowners need to show a homeown-er’s deed and pay a deposit of $200,which includes water. For service to amotor home or trailer, the deposit is$300.

For more information, contactColumbus Light and Water, 328-7192,from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays.

County – Those who are movinginto the 4-County Electric PowerAssociation area will have to apply formembership at the EPA’s Columbusoffice, 2000 Sixth St. N.

A $25 membership fee and a $25 con-nection fee are required for residentialconnection. The deposit is based on acredit check and will vary betweennothing to $250 or more.

Those who require building a newline to a new home will also have tosign a right-of-way easement agree-ment.

Personnel at the 4-County office willexplain additional services availablethrough the rural electric cooperative.

Usually, wherever existing servicehas been available, 4-County can turnpower on to that location on the sameday an application is completed.However, in cases of new service at anew home, it may take three to fourdays or longer to get electric servicestarted.

For more information, contact 4-County Electric Power Association,www.4county.org, 2000 Sixth St. N.,Columbus, MS 39703-0351, or tele-phone 328-4821, from 8 a.m. until 4:30p.m. Monday through Friday.

GasAtmos Energy – Those who require

gas service should take two forms ofidentification. A deposit of $65 will berequired of homeowners. Renters payan $85 deposit; any mobile homedeposit is $85. For more information,contact Atmos Energy, 1423 Main St.,Columbus, 328-3521, from 8 a.m. to 5p.m. weekdays.

Caledonia Natural Gas District –Serves the entire northeastern quad-rant of Lowndes County, including thetown of Caledonia. For information,contact Caledonia Natural Gas District,P.O. Box 220, Caledonia, MS 39740, or662-356-4250.Water

City – City residents needing waterservice must contact the ColumbusLight and Water Department. Thedeposit for water only is $200 for home-owners and $150 for renters. Thedeposit is $150 for people on city waterliving outside the city. For information,call 662-328-7192.

East Lowndes – Rural water userswho are hooked up to the EastLowndes Water Association will pay a$50 deposit and a $25 connection fee.

The cost of a new hookup, wherebya water meter is installed, is $450 mini-mum, including a deposit.

For more information contact EastLowndes Water Association, 1325 RidgeRoad, Columbus, 327-1651, from 8 a.m.to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Prairie Land Water Association –County residents hooked up to thePrairie Land Water Association will paya $50 deposit if they own the home anda $100 deposit if they are renting.Additionally, all residents pay a $25membership fee.

The cost of a new hookup with meteris $600, including the deposit.

The Lowndes County WaterAssociation is located at 150 ArtesiaRoad. For more information, call 245-1150.

South Lowndes WaterAssociation – County residents usingSouth Lowndes Water Association willpay a $35 deposit if they own the homeand $100 if renting.

The cost of a new hook-up where ameter is installed is $400.

The South Lowndes WaterAssociation is located on 2109 O’LearyLane. For more information, call 329-3929. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. week-days.

Caledonia Water and Sewage –Caledonia residents hooked up toCaledonia Water and Sewage will pay a$40 deposit for homeowners or a $60deposit for renters.

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CableOne is also available for localand long distance telephone service at328-1781.

Wireless providersCellular South – 1912 Highway 45 N., 327-5700AT&T – 2005 Highway 45 N., 328-7721Sprint PCS – 435 Wilkins Wise Road, 244-5610Verizon Wireless – 1725 Highway 45 N., Suite2, 328-1160

Voter registrationIn order to vote in Mississippi a per-

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AccommodationsHotels/motels

The following hotels and motelsserve the area. All area codes are 662.◆ America’s Best Value Inn – 42 rooms, 329-8788◆ Best Western – 73 rooms, 329-2255◆ Budget Inn – 55 rooms, 328-2551◆ Comfort Inn – 106 rooms, 329-2422◆ Days Inn – 329-4545◆ Economy Inn – 328-1042◆ Gilmer Inn – 75 rooms, 328-0070◆ Riverchase Inn – 60 rooms, 328-6720◆ Heritage Inn – 102 rooms, 328-4405◆ Holiday Inn – 115 rooms, 327-7077◆ Columbus Inn & Suites – 56 rooms, 328-5202◆ Motel 6 – 52 rooms, 327-4450◆ Plaza Motel – 19 rooms, 328-3341◆ Plymouth Bluff Center – Conference centerand 24 guest rooms, 241-6214◆ Wingate Inn – 80 rooms, 327-9999

Bed and breakfasts◆ Amzi Love/Lincoln Home – 305 7th St.

South; 328-5413/574-4275◆ Backstrom’s Country Bed and Breakfast –4567 Highway 182 East; 328-7213◆ Barristers House – 406 Third Ave. North;574-2790◆ Barry House – 506 Fourth St. South; 574-2036◆ Burnt Oak Lodge and Conference Center –1563 Penn Station Road; 272-9550◆ Cartney-Hunt House – 408 Seventh St.South; 244-7232◆ Puckett House on the Mississippi Universityfor Women campus – 1100 College St.; 329-7296◆ Jackie O. House – 1700 Ninth St. South;327-5100◆ Shadowlawn – 1024 College St.; 327-5655

Cabins, camping◆ Lake Lowndes State Park – Four cabins, 50RV sites, 328-2110 ◆ Town Creek Campground – 100 sites, 494-4885◆ Dwayne Hayes Recreation Area – 110 sites,434-6939

ChurchesThere are more than 200 churches of

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EducationGeneral information – Registration

is held in the summer for the fall schoolterm. Notice of the registration is pub-lished prior to the time. Kindergarten inColumbus is available to all students inboth public and private schools.

Students entering the first grademust be 6 years of age on or beforeSept. 1. A birth certificate and a recordof immunization (Form 121) arerequired for registration.

City schools – In the ColumbusMunicipal School District, there are fiveelementary schools, one intermediateschool, one middle school, one highschool and one vocational school. Anew middle school is opening inJanuary 2011.

More information about the cityschool system can be obtained by con-tacting Columbus Municipal SchoolDistrict, Superintendent of Schools DelPhillips, 2630 McArthur Drive,Columbus, MS 39701, 662-241-7400; orvisit www.columbuscityschools.org.

County schools – The LowndesCounty School District has three ele-mentary schools, three middle schools,three high schools and one vocationalcomplex.

For more information on the countyschool district contact Lowndes CountySuperintendent of Education MichaelHalford, 1055 Highway 45 S.,Columbus, MS 39701, 662-244-5000; orvisit www.lowndes.k12.ms.us.

Mississippi School forMathematics and Science – Locatedon the campus of Mississippi Universityfor Women, MSMS is a residential, pub-lic high school for juniors and seniorswith a selective admission process.Telephone 662-329-7360.

Parochial schools – There are fiveparochial schools in the county. Theseare:◆ Annunciation Catholic School, 223 N.Browder St., 662-328-4479◆ Emmaus Elementary School, 1030 BennettAve., 662-241-7264◆ Immanuel Center for Christian Education,6405 Military Road, Steens 662-328-7888◆ Main Street Christian School, 701 Main St.,3662-28-0240◆ Victory Christian Academy, 374 Mill Road,662-327-7744

Private schools – There are threeprivate schools in the county. These are:◆ Children’s House Montessori School, 1723Military Road, 662-327-3913


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Seated is Joseph St. John, Chief of Police. Standing, from left, are Terrie Songer, Public Information Officer; Lt. Randy Karg, Firing Range/ Training Officer/Building Maintenance Supervisor; Sgt. James Grant,Accreditation and Policy; Lt. Oscar Lewis, Internal Affairs; Capt. Fred Shelton, Community Policing; Mrs. Sheila Elder, Chief’s Secretary and Joe L. Johnson, Asst. Chief.

Serving the Friendly CityWe are committed to the following principles:

Integrity - We uphold the highest moral and ethical standards. We serve with honesty andpride in maintaining the public’s trust. We accept responsibility for our decisions and actions.

Compassion - We provide caring, respectful, and professional service while being sensitive to individual needs and concerns.

Fairness - We provide consistent and equal treatment to all through courteous andimpartial service.

The Columbus Police Department currently consists of 71 authorized full-time offi cers, 9 civilians, and 10 reserve offi cers. We have fi ve divisions at the Columbus Police Department, which include Patrol, Investigations, Narcotics, Community Policing, and Administration. We also have a Forensic Lab with two full-time Forensic Scientists as well as a Property and Evidence Technician. The department has four Canine Offi cers and a Traffi c Unit.

◆ Heritage Academy Elementary, 623Willowbrook Road, 662-327-1556◆ Heritage Academy High School, 625Magnolia, 662-327-5272

Colleges – Two higher educationfacilities are located in Lowndes County.They are:◆ Mississippi University for Women, 1100College St. For more information, call 662-329-4750 or see www.muw.edu.◆ East Mississippi Community College, GoldenTriangle Campus. For more information, call662-243-1900 or see www.emcc.cc.ms.us/.Classes also available at Columbus Air ForceBase.

Other colleges and universities inthe area include:◆ Mississippi State University in Starkville,which is 22 miles west of Columbus. ◆ University of Mississippi in Oxford, 90 milesnorth of Columbus.◆ East Mississippi Community College atScooba, 52 miles south of Columbus.◆ Northeast Mississippi Community Collegeat Booneville, 87 miles north of Columbus.◆ University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa, 60miles east of Columbus.

LibrariesThe main branch of the Columbus-

Lowndes Public Library system, con-taining more than 100,000 volumes, islocated at 314 Seventh St. N. inColumbus. It is the main office for thelibrary system and is housed in a28,000-square-foot building. There arebranch libraries in Artesia, Caledoniaand Crawford.

Some of the library’s servicesinclude a meeting room for the publicthat seats 75, a modern referencedepartment, conference rooms, geneal-ogy and local history department, astory hour for preschoolers, servicesfor the handicapped and exhibits andart displays.

Anyone interested in displaying acollection can contact the library at 329-5300.

Columbus Public Library – Hoursare 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Thursday,9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 4p.m. Saturday. Call 329-5300.

Artesia Public Library – Librarianis Susan Edmonds. Hours are Tuesday,10 a.m.to 2 p.m.; Wednesday, 1 p.m. to 5p.m.; and Thursday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.Call 272-5255.

Caledonia Public Library –

Librarian is Kay Langford. Hours are 9a.m. to 5 p.m Monday and Wednesdayand Tuesday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call356-6384.

Crawford Public Library –Librarian is Fay Richardson. Hours are11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and 10 a.m.to4 p.m. Wednesday. Call 272-5144.

Media◆ The Commercial Dispatch is located at 516Main St. Call 328-2424 for subscription infor-mation. Printed Monday through Friday andSunday morning. Business office is open week-days from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Mailing addressis P.O. Box 511, Columbus, MS 30703-0511.Visit www.cdispatch.com for more information.◆ Local radio stations include WACR 105.3FM; WAJV 98.9 FM; WKBB 100.9 FM; WKOR94.9 FM; WKOR 980 AM; WLZA 96.1 FM;WMBC 103.1 FM; WMSU 92.1 FM; WMSV91.1 FM; WMXU 106.1 FM; WSMS 99.9 FM;WSSO 1230 AM; WSYE 93.3 FM; WEPA;WWBC; WWKZ; WZBQ 94.1 FM; and WTWG1050 AM.◆ Television stations serving the area includeWCBI of Columbus, Channel 4 (CBS affiliate);WTVA of Tupelo, Channel 9 (NBC affiliate);WLOV of Tupelo, Channel 27 (FOX affiliate) andWKDH of Tupelo, Channel 45 (ABC affiliate).


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◆ The Columbus Packet is published onThursday. The weekly publication’s office islocated at 301 Main St. 329-1741.

Medical facilities◆ Baptist Memorial Hospital–Golden Triangleis located just off Highway 45 North at 2520Fifth Street N. Telephone 800-544-8762 or244-1000.◆ Family Medical Center, 1503 Highway 45N., has a doctor on duty Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Telephone 328-9623.◆ Lowry Medical Clinic, 362 Park Creek Drive,244-8874.◆ Lowndes Medical Clinic, 56 Dutch Lane,329-3808.◆ North Columbus Medical Clinic, 4508Highway 45 N., 328-9702.◆ Pioneer Family Medical of Caledonia, 771Main Street, 356-4621.◆ Urgent Care Columbus, 294 Chubby Drive,has a doctor on duty Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-9p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 327-2574.◆ Gilmore Memorial Regional Medical Centeris a hospital located on 1105 Earl Frye Blvd. inAmory, 35 miles north of Columbus. 256-7111.

Nursing homes◆ Aurora Australis Lodge, 310 Emerald Drive,327-8021◆ Home Place Assisted Living, 2082 Yorkville

Rd. E., 329-2772,www.homeplaceretirement.com.◆ Trinity Place Retirement Community, AirlineRoad – Healthcare Center, 327-9404; PersonalCare Center, 327-6795; Independent Living,327-6716◆ Vineyard Court Nursing Center, 2002 FifthSt. N., 328-1133◆ Windsor Place Nursing and Rehab Center,81 Windsor Blvd., 241-5518◆ Plantation Pointe Retirement Community,234 Windsor Blvd., 241-0001

Car rentals◆ A Plus Car Rental, 327-0809◆ Avis Rent A Car, 328-1636◆ Enterprise Rent-A-Car, 328-7610◆ Hertz Rent-A-Car, 327-5121◆ King Van Rentals, 327-4054

TransportationAirlines◆ Accessible Aviation, training, 244-8434◆ Delta Airlines, 800-221-1212◆ Ratliff Air Service, charters, training,rentals, 328-9312◆ Tri-State Aviation, general aviation services,327-6907

Bus lines, cab and limousine services◆ City Wide Cab, 329-2041

◆ Crown Limousine Services, 888-353-5466◆ Leo’s Luxury Limos, 329-2940◆ Take Me Too bus service, 328-1911◆ ACR Coach Leasing, 800-622-3669

Annual eventsAfrican-American Heritage Tour –

Guided tours and dramatic presenta-tions explore African-American contri-butions to Columbus and LowndesCounty. A highlight is “Catfish in theAlley,” an evening of music and fooddowntown. The next Heritage Tour willstarts in February. Contact theConvention and Visitors Bureau, 329-1191.

MLK Dream 365 — Jan 14-17,2011. A celebration of the life and lega-cy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Eventincludes adult and youth talent competi-tions, a step off competition, a gospelspotlight and commemorative breakfast.For more information, call 662-425-1234.

Annual All Breed Dog Show —Jan 15-16, 2011. The Golden TriangleKennel Club of Mississippi, anAmerican Kennel Club--licensed club,will hold its annual all breed dog showwith obedience and rally competitionsat the Mississippi Horse Park andAgricenter in Starkville. This show usu-ally has an entry of 400 to 500 dogs.Dogs competing in conformation arejudged on how well they meet the offi-cial written standard for the breed.Those competing in obedience and rallyare judged on how well they execute avariety of exercises under the directionof their handlers. Everyone is welcometo come out to watch the shows, talkwith exhibitors, and learn more aboutpurebred dogs. Admission is free forspectators. For more information aboutthe shows visit the club website athttp://goldentrianglekcofms.com orphone Sonya Baird at 662-615-3940.

Grilling on the River – The KansasCity Barbecue Championship hostscooking teams from around the countryand includes music, food and children’sactivities. The 2011 event is April 8-9.The Columbus Riverwalk, 662-328-6850.

Catfish in the Alley — March 4,2011. Celebration of an historically sig-nificant African-American business dis-trict. The event includes live music andMississippi farm-raised catfish. CatfishAlley, Fourth St. S., between CollegeStreet and Main Street. ColumbusCultural Heritage Foundation, 800-920-3533, www.columbus-ms.org.

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Tales From the Crypt – March 28-April 9, 2011. Mississippi School forMathematics and Science students com-bine history and drama in this national-ly-recognized research project as theyportray local personalities near theirgravesites in Friendship Cemetery, siteof the first Decoration Day. The eventruns on selected nights duringPilgrimage. Call the ColumbusConvention and Visitors Bureau, 328-1191.

Decoration Day Re-enactment –The solemn gesture four Columbuswomen performed April 25, 1866,evolved into the nation’s Memorial Dayand is celebrated annually each April atFriendship Cemetery. Re-enactors withthe Stephen D. Lee Chapter of theUnited Daughters of the Confederacylay flowers on graves of fallen soldiers.Call the Convention and VisitorsBureau, 329-1191.

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Hitching Lot Farmers’ Market –The Farmers’ Market is open Maythrough October, Tuesdays, Thursdaysand Saturday from 7-10 a.m. offeringfreshly-grown produce, local artisans,live music and more. Located at SecondAvenue and Second Street North. CallMain Street Columbus, 328-6305.

Market Street Festival –Thousands of visitors flock to thisaward-winning May festival in down-town Columbus featuring live music onmultiple stages and more than 200 ven-dors of fine arts, crafts, food and more.The 2011 festival is May 6-7. Call MainStreet Columbus, 328-6305.

Juneteenth Celebration – To cele-brate the Emancipation Proclamation,this free event held the third Saturdayin June offers food, music and games atSim Scott Park, 902 20th St. N. CallLeroy Brooks, 328-0032 or 329-5871.

Sounds of Summer – Enjoy sum-mer evenings in June and July with livemusic at the Riverwalk in historic down-town Columbus. Call Main StreetColumbus, 328-6305.

Artesia Days – These communityfestivities traditionally held the firstweekend in August include live music,crafts and food vendors and a schoolsupply giveaway in downtown Artesia.For information, call Tresa Sanders at272-5104.

Roast-n-Boast – Mississippi’s barbe-cue cooking championship draws teamsfrom around the country and offersmusic, food vendors and children’sactivities at Columbus Fairgrounds,Highway 69 South. The next event isAug. 27-28, 2010. Call Mike Laws, 549-5054.

Tennessee Williams Tribute – TheSept. 6-12, 2010, tribute and tour ofVictorian homes honors one of America’smost prolific playwrights, born inColumbus March 26, 1911. Multiple spe-cial events include a “Stella” shoutingcontest Sept. 10. Call the TennesseeWilliams Welcome Center, 328-0222 or800-327-2686.

Afternoon Tunes – Main StreetColumbus presents free live music onThursdays from mid-Septemberthrough mid-October at the Riverwalk,6-8 p.m. Call Main Street Columbus,

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Columbus’ most gracious historichomes will be showcased in day andcandlelight tours Oct. 1-3, 2010.Interesting loft apartments will also beon tour. Call the Columbus Conventionand Visitors Bureau, 329-1191.

Seventh Avenue Heritage Festival– Sept. 30-Oct. 2, 2010. Held the firstweekend in October, this event cele-brates the history and significance ofthe Seventh Avenue district with livemusic, food vendors and family activi-ties. Call the Convention and VisitorsBureau, 329-1191.

Ghosts and Legends – Thesehauntingly interesting evening bustours Oct. 22-23, 2010, will exploreColumbus’ spirited past. When the sunsets, Columbus history, mystery andlore comes alive! Call the Conventionand Visitors Bureau, 329-1191.

Decorative Arts and PreservationForum and Antiques Show and Sale— Nov. 4-7, 2010. This year’s theme:“COME ON-A MY HOUSE” – Mid-Twentieth Century Influences on theSouthern Houses in Which We Live.Columbus Cultural HeritageFoundation, 1-800-920-3533, www.colum-bus-ms.org.

Columbus Day Celebration – Oct.9, 2010, 10 a.m.-noon. Call Main StreetColumbus, 328-6305.

Downtown Fall Open House –Oct. 9, 2010, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call MainStreet Columbus, 328-6305.

Welty Weekend – Sponsored byMississippi University for Women Oct.21-23, 2010, the weekend includes theEudora Welty Writers’ Symposium andNational Board of DistinguishedWomen Forum. The public is invited.For information, call 329-7119.

Caledonia Day Celebration – Thishomecoming event in downtownCaledonia includes music, vendors,games, a pet parade and more. The2010 celebration will be Oct. 16. Call356-4117.

Southside/Townsend Park BluesFestival — Now in its third year, thisfestival offers a fun-filled IndependenceDay celebration featuring live musicand family oriented activities.

Sam Hairston Celebration — Oct.13-16, 2010. An event recognizing theachievements of a man who distin-guished himself at every level of base-ball during his professional career span-ning more than 50 years. Celebration


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Christmas Open House – Historicdowntown dresses up for Christmasand presents open house celebrationsand refreshments at several retail estab-lishments. Open House 2010 is Nov. 5-7.Call Main Street Columbus, 328-6305.

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Veteran’s Day Parade – Honor areaveterans and servicemen and womenNov. 13, 2010. Contact Cherie McGuff,329-5706.

Indoor Holiday Craft Show – Thisevent features handmade crafts at LakeLowndes State Park’s Multi-SportsCenter. Free admission. The 2010 showis Dec. 4. (State park entrance fee is $3

per vehicle.) Call the park office, 328-2110.

City Christmas Tree Lighting –Join friends and neighbors for this com-munity event Dec. 3, 2010, at 6 p.m.,next to the Tennessee WilliamsWelcome Center, 300 Main St. CallMain Street Columbus, 328-6305.

Wassail Fest – More than 25 partici-pating shops, restaurants and business-es serve wassail( a hot, spiced, cider-like drink) have special activities, salesand promotions, Dec. 3, 2010, 5-8 p.m.Downtown Columbus, Main StreetColumbus, 662-328-6305.

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Christmas Parade – This festivedowntown event Dec. 6, 2010, is pre-sented by Main Street Columbus andfeatures floats, bands, music and more.Call 328-6305.

New Year’s Eve Block Party – Seethe old year out Dec. 31, 2010 from 9p.m.-12 a.m.-midnight, in downtownColumbus. Call Main Street Columbus,328-6305.

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Crawford Cotton Boll Festival —This festival celebrates and honorsthose who helped make cotton one ofthe leading industries in the South. Theevent features an array of live entertain-ment, including speakers, a step showand more July 2-3, 2010. Call DowntownCrawford at 662-272-5164.

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American Bass AnglersBassmaster Weekend Series – Oct.11-17, Southern regional championship,Columbus Lake. Call 329-1191.

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Southern All Star – Aug. 22, SuperLate Models race at Magnolia MotorSpeedway. Call 240-3478.

NeSmith National Series – Sept. 5,late model series at Columbus MotorSpeedway. Call 241-5004.

Open Wheel Madness – Sept. 18,open wheel special event at MagnoliaMotor Speedway. Call 240-3478.

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Ninth Annual Possum TownGrand Prix – Nov. 26-27, at ColumbusMotor Speedway. Call 241-5004.

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ety of dining opportunities available inthe area.◆ AKK’s, 1316 Highway 69 S., 245-0296◆ American Deli, Leigh Mall, Highway 45 N.,241-7737◆ Applebee’s, Highway 45 N., 327-3348◆ Arby’s, 1911 Highway 45 N., 329-2536 ◆ Back Yard Burgers, 1913 Highway 45 N.,329-9199◆ Bartahatchie Outback, 78 Brickerton St.,240-9922◆ Beans and Cream, 60 Brickerton St., 328-2003◆ Blevin’s Smile-A-While, 2012 14th Ave. N.◆ Block and Barrel Deli, 229 Main St., 241-0011◆ Bullet’s, 111 Lehmberg Road, 327-3799◆ Buffet City, Highway 45 N., 328-6200◆ Burger King, 119 Alabama St., 328-5004◆ Cafe on Main, 101 Fifth St. S., 241-0045◆ Captain D’s, 506 Alabama St., 328-0357,and 1718 Highway 45 N., 329-4005◆ Chili’s, 1407 Highway 45 N., 328-4644◆ China Royal, 1613 Main St., 328-2699◆ Church’s Fried Chicken, 1403 Main St.,327-4090◆ CJ’s Pizza, 507 18th Ave. N., 328-1700◆ The Courtyard (Holiday Inn), Highway 45 N.,328-5202◆ Domino’s Pizza, 1510 Main St., 329-3131◆ Donut Factory, 1214 Highway 45 N., 328-0546◆ Doug and Hazel’s Drive Inn, 224 TuscaloosaRoad, 241-5437◆ Dunkin’ Donuts, 1725 Highway 45 N., 328-8203◆ El Pargo Corp, 507 18th Ave. N., 327-6833◆ Front Door and Back Door Columbus, 400Main St., 329-3693◆ Fuhgetaboutit, 115 Fifth St. S., 329-6642◆ The Golden Horn, Highway 82 West, 328-4509◆ The Golden Star, Leigh Mall, Highway 45 N.,


329-5247◆ The Green Olive, 441 Wilkins-Wise Road,241-6611◆ The Grill at Jackson Square, Highway 45 N.,328-8656◆ Hardee’s, East Columbus, 327-0314, orLeigh Mall, 327-5811◆ Harvey’s, 200 Main St., 327-1639◆ Helen’s Kitchen and Catering, 708 15th St.N., 328-3063◆ Huck’s Place, 121 Fifth St. S., 327-6500◆ Huddle House, 2009 Military Road, 327-2323◆ J. Broussard’s, 210 Fifth St. S., 243-1480◆ Jack’s Steak & Fish, 301 Tuscaloosa Road,327-2990◆ Jones Restaurant/Sally’s Cafe, 112 FourthSt. S., 327-9933◆ Kentucky Fried Chicken, East Columbus,328-8047, or North Columbus, 328-2333◆ Kountry Kitchen, Fairlane Shopping Center,Highway 182 East, 327-9207◆ Krystal, 2121 Highway 45 N., 328-0026◆ La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant, Highway 45North, 327-8007, or East Columbus, 329-4260◆ Little Caesars Pizza, 929 Alabama St., 329-9144 ◆ Little Dooey, 701 Highway 45 N., 327-0088,or 925 Alabama St., 245-1382◆ Little Kitchen, 4328 Highway 373, 434-8777◆ Little Tokyo Japanese Restaurant, Highway45 North, 244-6030◆ McAlister’s Deli, 1723 Highway 45 N., 328-3600◆ McDonald’s, 937 Alabama St., 328-1515 orHighway 45 North, 328-9444◆ Master Host Inn, Highway 45 North, 328-5202◆ Mexican Kitchen, Highway 182 East, 328-4441◆ Mi Hacienda Mexican Restaurant, 1207Highway 45 N., 327-3396◆ Mi Toro Mexican Restaurant, Highway 45North, 329-4099, or 65 South St., Caledonia,356-0400◆ Old Hickory Steak House, Highway 45 N.,328-9793◆ PJ’s Barbeque, 2225 Highway 45 N., 241-5338◆ Papa John’s Pizza, Highway 45 N., 241-6800◆ Peking Chinese Restaurant, Highway 45 N.,328-9956◆ Pepper’s Deli & Market, 2015 Highway 45N., 328-6889◆ Pizza Hut, Idlewild Road, East Columbus,328-1222, or Kroger Plaza, Highway 45 N.,327-4472◆ Popeye’s, 1535 Highway 45 N., 329-1126◆ Proffitt’s Porch, Officer’s Lake Road, 327-4485◆ Ruben’s Fish House, 171 Moore’s CreekRoad, 328-9880◆ Ryan’s, 1201 Highway 45 N., 329-9216◆ Skeet’s Hot Dogs, 2001 14th Ave. N., 327-0755◆ Shirley’s Barbeque, 26 Glynis Road, 245-1451

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Brickerton – (8 a.m.- 6 p.m.)Intersection of Highway 82 and MilitaryRoad; restaurant, coffee and ice creamshop, deli, day spa, florist, gift shops,ladies and children’s clothing, jewelry,hair salon, dance studio, hotel, financialservices, real estate office and customhome improvement.

Downtown – (9 a.m. -5:30 p.m.)Restaurants, banks, post office, drycleaners, tuxedo and formal dressrentals, consignment store, lounges,clothing, antique and gift shops, andyarn store.

The Gateway Shopping Center –(10 a.m.- 9 p.m.) Highway 182 East,restaurant, bank, drug and discountstores, lounge, salon, fast foods.

Leigh Mall – (10 a.m.- 9 p.m.Monday-Saturday, 1-6 p.m. Sunday)Highway 45 North; jewelry, restaurants,fast foods, bank, salon, departmentstores, specialty shops, boutiques,weekend attractions.

University Mall – (10 a.m.- 9 p.m.Monday-Saturday, 1 p.m.-6 p.m.Sunday) Highway 45 North; Belkdepartment store, specialty store.

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Jackson Square Shopping Center– Highway 45 North; restaurant, depart-ment store, cell phone store, furniturestore, specialty discount store.

Leisure activitiesAntebellum homes – The

Columbus Historic Foundation spon-sors daily tours of some of the South’sfinest antebellum mansions. For mapsand schedules, call the Welcome Centerat 328-0222.

Afro-American CultureOrganization – Provides cultural enter-tainment with an emphasis on black his-tory. Write for information: 214 12th St.N., Columbus, 39701

Art Association of Columbus –Meets monthly September throughMay with programs in different areas ofvisual arts. Write P.O. Box 781,Columbus, MS 39703.

Blewett-Harrison-Lee Home andMuseum – Home of one of the earlycitizens of Columbus, the museum con-tains Civil War memorabilia and arti-

facts from the local region. Open Fridayfrom 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appoint-ment. Call 327-8888 for tours.

Columbus Arts Council – TheCAC coordinates and assists in promot-ing and developing fine and performingarts. It grants funding assistance forvarious projects for civic and communi-ty groups.

Its publication, “Showcase,” lists anddescribes area art-related events. TheArts Council sponsors the YoungPeople’s Artist Series, Suzuki Stringsprogram, Youth Orchestra and ArtistsIn The Schools. Phone 328-ARTS.

Friendship Cemetery – Located onFourth Street South, this historic ceme-tery was the site of the first MemorialDay observance in 1866.

Welcome Center – PlaywrightTennessee Williams’ first home is nowthe Welcome Center at 300 Main St.Open Monday through Saturday, 8:30a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, noon-5 p.m., 328-0222.

RecreationThose who enjoy recreational sports

will have little trouble finding some-

thing to do in the Golden Triangle area.From fishing to summer baseball, theGolden Triangle offers a wide range ofoptions to its residents.

While the Tennessee-TombigbeeWaterway was built for barge traffic, italso offers great fishing and ampleopportunities for water sports.

Several golf courses in the GoldenTriangle area offer challenges to boththe occasional hacker and the scratchplayer.

If tennis is your racket, then bothpublic and private courts are available.A variety of habitats also make theGolden Triangle a hunter’s paradise.

FishingSome of the largest bass on record

have been reeled in from the waters ofthe Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway.

A pair of bass weighing more than 12pounds were pulled from the Columbusarea waters, while just to the south,bass weighing as much as 16 poundshave been caught.

Several local organizations hold tour-naments throughout the year to giveanglers a chance to profit from theirfavorite pastime.

CampingThe Tennessee-Tombigbee

Waterway offers two camping develop-ments built by the U.S. Army Corps ofEngineers.◆ Town Creek, on the Columbus Lake of theTenn-Tom, is a Class-A facility and is open tocampers all year. There are more than 50campsites, a boat ramp, hiking trails, gamecourts, playgrounds and a number of otheramenities. Call 327-2142.◆ The Dwayne Hayes Campground, formerlyknown as the Stinson Creek Recreation area,is located on the east side of Columbus Lakeon the Tenn-Tom. Also a Class-A facility,Dwayne Hayes has 110 campsites and offersplaygrounds, hiking trails, fish-cleaning sta-tions, game courts and other amenities. Call327-2142 or Tenn Tom Waterway at 328-3286.

Camping opportunities are also avail-able at Lake Lowndes State Park, 328-2110, Tombigbee RV Park, 328-8655,and at Brown’s RV Park, 328-1976.

Water sportsBoth skiing and recreational boating

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swimming and boating. OktibbehaCounty Lake offers boating, fishing andswimming and is located eight milesnorthwest of Starkville. WaverleyRecreation Area provides boating andswimming for the West Point area.

GolfThere are seven courses in the area.

◆ The Columbus Country Club – private club;non-members also welcome◆ Elm Lake golf community – semiprivate resi-dential golf course◆ Green Oaks Golf Club – private course◆ Lakeside Golf Course – (the MississippiState Council), located on Old Highway 82◆ Old Waverley Golf Course – at West Point◆ The West Point Country Club – privatecourse◆ Whispering Pines Golf Club – at theColumbus Air Force Base

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throughout the Golden Triangle area.In Columbus, tennis courts are locat-

ed at the Columbus-LowndesRecreational Authority parks, includingPropst Park which has the largest ten-nis courts complex. Lake LowndesState Park also offers public courts. TheMagnolia Tennis Club, a private club,has 10 courts in Columbus.

HuntingNo matter what your favorite game,

the abundance of wildlife in the areaoffers hunters a variety of challenges.

Deer season in Mississippi giveshunters a chance to test their skill as astill hunter or with dogs. There is also abow season and a muzzle-loader season.

There are doe days during the sea-son.

Waterfowl, wild turkey and smallgame can also be found throughout theregion.

For information on hunting seasonsand licenses, visit the MississippiDepartment of Wildlife, Fisheries andParks website, www.mdwfp.com.

Other recreationOther recreation activities available

in the Golden Triangle area includesummer baseball and softball, minia-ture golf, bowling, horseback riding,volleyball, soccer and cycling. Formore information and schedules, callthe Columbus-Lowndes RecreationAuthority at 327-4935.

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Lanes, 122 S. McCrary Road. Call 327-9095 for information.

Local parksA wide selection of parks offers

something for everyone.Propst Park – Columbus’ largest

park is Propst Park. Located offHighway 182 East, on the banks of theLuxapalila River, the park has a spraypark, skate park, softball and baseballfields, tennis courts, community hutsand pavilions, a playground and anabundance of picnic tables. The parkis a part of the Columbus-LowndesRecreation Authority, which oversees12 parks.

Riverwalk – A popular attractionfor both residents and visitors to thearea, the paved 2-mile Riverwalk walk-ing path winds from downtownColumbus through the woods alongthe banks of the Tennessee-Tombigbee River. The path beginsnear the intersection of College Streetand First Street South.

CLRA/Cook Soccer Complex –Located at Sixth Street North andWillowbrook Road. Facility includesnine illuminated soccer fields.

Dwayne Hayes Recreation Area– Located north of Columbus onColumbus Lake. Offers camping facili-ties, hiking trails, sprayground andmore.

East Columbus Gym andMinipark – Located on LawrenceDrive, it has a baseball field, gym andplayground.

Fairview School Tennis Courts –Located on Airline Road.

14th Avenue Minipark – Locatedon 14th Avenue and 19th Street North,it has outdoor basketball courts and aplayground.

Lake Lowndes State Park – Thispark has a 150-acre lake, a camp-ground area and cabins. Featuresinclude a gymnasium, meeting rooms,tennis courts, swimming marina, soft-ball fields, picnic areas and a coveredpicnic pavilion. Call 328-2110.

Lee Park – Located on SeventhStreet North, the park features a play-ground, picnic tables, a pavilion andrestrooms.

Luxapalila Creek Park – Largepark off Doughty Road alongLuxapalila Creek, popular for fishing.Features picnic tables and restrooms.


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About StarkvilleThe area of Oktibbeha (pro-

nounced ock-TIB-a-haw) Countywas originally a part of the landsbelonging to the Choctaw Indians.It takes its name from the creekin the northern part of the countywhich formed a portion of theboundary between the Choctawand Chickasaw nations.

Oktibbeha, in the Choctaw lan-guage, means “icy water.” It has

been estimated that in 1820, therewere between 1,000 and 1,500Choctaws living within the coun-ty’s present-day boundaries insome five or six settlements. Thefirst whites to settle permanentlyin Oktibbeha County werePresbyterian missionaries led byCyrus Kingsbury. They developedthe Mayhew Mission in 1820where Ash Creek flows intoTibbee Creek in the northeastern

part of the county.The first public thoroughfare

in the county was the RobinsonRoad, built in the early 1820s withboth federal and state funds. Itconnected Nashville, Tenn., andJackson, entering Oktibbeha atArtesia and extending southeast-ward to the Noxubee River.

In 1830, after the Choctawssurrendered their claims to thearea in the Treaty of Dancing

Rabbit Creek, white settlers began mov-ing into the area. A number of thesenewcomers were attracted to what isnow Starkville by two large springs andthe favorable lay of the land. A millsouthwest of the site of the city provid-ed the clapboards used in many of theoriginal buildings. From this, the settle-ment came to be called Boardtown.

Oktibbeha County was formallyorganized Dec. 23, 1833. By 1835, the

county seat had been established atBoardtown, which changed its name toStarkville in honor of Gen. John Stark, ahero of the Revolutionary War.

One of the area’s strongest promot-ers was Col. W.B. Montgomery. Notonly did he revolutionize the agricultur-al base of the area from cotton to dairyfarming, he was also instrumental insecuring Starkville as the location of thenew state agricultural and mechanical

college, Mississippi A&M, in 1878. Thecollege would eventually develop intoMississippi State University andbecome the backbone of the local econ-omy. But Starkville also depends uponthe economic impact of many differentindustries, which serve as national sup-pliers of wood products, clothing, elec-tronics and industrial cable.

Part of the rapidly growing GoldenTriangle area, Starkville and OktibbehaCounty have enjoyed impressive growthin the past two decades. Much of thatgrowth has been rooted in technologythanks to an increased research empha-sis at MSU.

General informationCounty – OktibbehaCounty seat – StarkvillePopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau estimat-ed a 2008 population of 24,187 in the city and43,944 in the county. The last census was in2000; the 2010 Census is in progress.Government – City: mayor and board of sevenaldermen; incorporated as a town in 1831 andas a city in 1837. County: five-member boardof supervisors.Altitude – 420 feet above sea levelAssessed valuation – City: $155,740,843;County – $242,065,014City statistics – Firefighters: 60, police offi-cers: 52Climate – January daily average maximum tem-perature, 51.9; January daily average minimumtemperature, 31.5. July daily average maximumtemperature, 91.3, July daily average minimumtemperature, 70.6Major highways – U.S. 45 and 82; state high-ways 12 and 25

City governmentStarkville has a mayor-aldermen

form of government. The mayor iselected every four years by a majorityvote, based on the votes cast through-out the city in the primary and generalelections. The seven aldermen, alsoelected every four years, are electedbased on voters in predeterminedwards of the city.

The present mayor and aldermenwere elected in June 2009, and theirterms officially expire in 2013.◆ Mayor Parker Wiseman, City Hall, 323-4583

Members of the elected board are:◆ Ward 1 Alderman Ben Carver, (C) 769-0792◆ Ward 2 Alderwoman Sandra Sistrunk, (C)418-4574◆ Ward 3 Alderman Eric Parker, (C) 312-0903◆ Ward 4 Alderman Richard Corey, (C) 694-0690


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◆ Ward 5 Alderman Jeremiah Dumas, (C) 312-2412◆ Ward 6 Alderman Roy A. Perkins, (H) 323-5156, (C) 242-7300◆ Ward 7 Alderman Henry Vaughn Sr., (H) 323-2004, (C) 769-5049

The board meets on the first andthird Tuesday of every month at 5:30p.m. in the City Hall board room.

Other major city officials include:Chief of Police – David Lindley, City Hall, 323-2700Fire Chief – Roger Mann, Fire Station 1,Lampkin Street, 323-2962City Clerk – Markeeta Outlaw, City Hall, 323-2525City Attorney – Chris Latimer, 323-2525City Prosecuting Attorney – Roy Carpenter,203 E. Main St., 323-4095City Judge – Rodney Faver, 101 E. Lampkin St.,323-2525City Tax Collector/Assessor – Patricia Kight,101 E. Main St. No. 103, 323-1273

City Hall is open Monday throughFriday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

County governmentGoverning the five districts of

Oktibbeha County is a five-memberBoard of Supervisors. Supervisors holdoffice for four-year terms.

The supervisors are:◆ District 1 – Carl Clardy◆ District 2 – Orlando K. Trainer◆ District 3 – Marvell Howard◆ District 4 – Daniel Jackson◆ District 5 – John L. Young Sr., board presi-dent

The Board of Supervisors meets onthe first Monday of every month at 10a.m. unless that day is a holiday. In thatcase the supervisors meet on the fol-lowing Tuesday. Meetings are held inthe boardroom on the second floor ofthe courthouse, and meetings are opento the public. The phone number is 323-1520.

Other county officials include:Sheriff – Dolph Bryan, 323-2421Superintendent of Education – JamesCovington, 323-1472County Board Attorney – Jackson Brown, 323-4126Justice Court Judges – W. Bernard Crump,James Mills, Anthony “Tony” BoykinConstables – Curtis D. Randle, 324-1500;Jimmy Shurden, 323-9448 and James Lindsey,465-7507Chancery Clerk – Monica Banks, 323-5834County Administrator – Don Posey, 323-1520Circuit Clerk – Angie B. McGinnis, 323-1356

Tax Assessor/Collector – Pat Kight, 323-1273Chief Medical Examiner – Michael Hunt, 615-2675Oktibbeha County Extension Office, MississippiState University – 323-5916

All emergency services in the countycan be reached by dialing 911.


able at the Greater StarkvilleDevelopment Partnership, 200 E. MainSt. Call 323-3322.

Permits, licensesBuilding permits – Building per-

mits can be obtained at the BuildingDepartment in City Hall, 101 E.Lampkin St. Call 323-8012 for moreinformation.

Business permits and licenses –These may be obtained from the cityclerk’s office, also in City Hall. Call 323-4813 for more information.

Postal serviceResidents who need to send mail can

deposit it at one of the many drop-offlocations throughout the city. Starkvillehas one station with window service atthe main Post Office at 822 Taylor St.,off Highway 12 West, at StarkvilleCrossing, 323-4752. Window service isalso available at Mississippi StateUniversity. For those living in apart-ment complexes, most can deposit mailat designated locations for pick-up. Forthose living in rural Oktibbeha County,stamps can be purchased from the mailcarrier. Mail is collected daily at all postoffice locations, and the last pick up ofthe day is at 5 p.m. at the main postoffice at Starkville Crossing. TheStarkville postmaster is Patrick McKee.

Refuse collectionCity – Starkville residents do not pay

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The Oktibbeha County courthouse is located in downtown Starkville.

$10.50 is added to residents’ electricbills. Trash is collected twice a week.For more information, call theSanitation Department at 323-2652.

County – County residents can takeadvantage of curbside trash pick-upfrom Golden Triangle CooperativeService District. Residents are given agarbage can by Golden TriangleCooperative Service District, the com-pany contracted to collect householdgarbage, and they pay $13 per month,which includes can rental and service.

The city and county also operate arubbish landfill on Rock Hill Road foritems not collected by Golden TriangleCooperative Service District. To beginservice, call the office of the countyadministrator at 323-1520.


municipal ad valorem taxes, except onmotor vehicles, must be paid by Feb. 1each year. County and city tax millagerates are set prior to September of eachyear and are effective Oct. 1.

Where to pay taxes – Municipal

taxes are to be paid at the OktibbehaCounty Courthouse. Call 323-1273 forinformation. County taxes and state advalorem taxes are payable at the tax col-lector’s office in the Oktibbeha CountyCourthouse. Call 323-1273 for informa-tion. State income tax is payable to theState Tax Commission located in theWoolfolk Building in Jackson by April15. A tax commissioner’s office is locat-ed on Highway 45 and can be reachedat 328-3271.

Homestead exemption – City andcounty applications for homesteadexemption on property should be filedeach year at the courthouse by April 1.Residents filing for homestead exemp-tion for the first time should bring withthem the warranty deed for the proper-ty, the Oktibbeha County automobiletag numbers and the Social Securitynumbers of all the property owners.The applicant must have been living inthe home on Jan. 1 of the year in whichhe or she is filing. The warranty deed isto have been recorded by Dec. 31.

If a resident in the city or the countyturns 65, becomes disabled, gets mar-

ried or divorced, loses a spouse indeath, or has a deed change affectingtheir homestead during the previousyear, he or she must re-file at the taxassessor’s office.

For more information, call the taxassessor’s office at 323-8131.

UtilitiesElectricity

City – To establish electric service inthe city limits, go to the StarkvilleElectric Department at Jefferson Streetand Lafayette Street. All applicants mustbring identification showing their SocialSecurity number. Renters must alsobring a rent receipt or a copy of thelease agreement. Renters and home-owners will pay a deposit of $185 - $315based on their credit history.

Homeowners must bring a copy oftheir deed. For more information, callSEWD at 323-3133.

County – Newcomers who live out-side the city limits must apply for mem-bership at the 4-County Electric PowerAssociation office on Highway 25.

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nection fee are required for residentialconnection. The deposit is based on autility credit check.

Those who require building a newline to a new home may also have tosign a right-of-way easement agree-ment.



New service may take three to fourdays. For more information, call 4-County at 323-4502 or see www.4coun-ty.org.

GasFor gas service, call Atmos Energy

at 888-286-6700. Homeowners will pay a$65 deposit; renters an $85 deposit.

WaterCity – For new service or to transfer

an existing service, call the StarkvilleElectric Department at 323-3133. Formaintenance, call the Starkville WaterDepartment at 323-3505.

County – Rural water users who arehooked up to one of the water associa-tions will pay a deposit (each associa-tion differs) and sign a user’s agree-ment. Hooking up a new meter costsmore than simply connecting service.For more information, call theOktibbeha County Health Departmentat 323-4565.

Telephone ServiceTo establish telephone service, call


MetroCast is also available for localand long distance telephone service at800-457-5351.

Wireless providersAT&T – 824 Highway 12 W. Suite A, 323-4262Verizon – 210 Highway 12 W., 800-462-3558

Voter registrationTo vote in Mississippi, a person must

be a citizen of the United States, mustbe 18 years old by the election date and

must reside in this state. A person mustregister with the Oktibbeha CountyCircuit Clerk’s Office at least 30 daysprior to the election to vote in county,state, national and municipal elections.For more information, call the circuitclerk’s office at 323-1356.

AccommodationsHotels/Motels◆ America’s Best Value Inn & Suites, 403Highway 12 E., 323-6161◆ Comfort Suites, 801 Russell St., 324-9595◆ Days Inn & Suites, 119 Highway 12 W., 324-5555◆ Hampton Inn, 700 Highway 12 E., 324-1333◆ Hilton Garden Inn, 975 Highway 12 E., 615-9664◆ Holiday Inn Express, 110 Highway 12 W.,324-0076◆ Hotel Chester, 101 N. Jackson St., 323-5005◆ Microtel Inn and Suites, 1121 Highway 182E., 615-0700◆ Regal Inn, 410 Dr. Martin Luther King DriveE., 323-8251◆ University Motel, 104 Dr. Martin Luther KingDrive W., 323-1421

Bed and Breakfasts◆ The Cedars, 2173 Oktoc Road, 324-7569◆ Hickory Hill, 1309 Camps Airport Road, 324-2695

ChurchesEighty-one churches exist in

Starkville and the Oktibbeha Countyarea, representing 17 differentProtestant denominations and oneCatholic church. For a complete listingof churches, call the Greater StarkvilleDevelopment Partnership at 323-3322.

EducationGeneral information – Notice of

the registration times for the upcomingschool year at area schools is publishedduring the summer. Kindergarten isavailable to all students in the city andthe county, including private schools.Students entering the first grade mustbe 6 years old and those enteringkindergarten must be 5 years old on orbefore Sept. 1. A birth certificate andrecord of immunization are required forregistration. Contact the school districtor school for more information.

City schools – The Starkville SchoolDistrict is served by two elementaryschools, one middle school and onehigh school, in addition to an alterna-tive school that serves a four-county

area. The district serves students wholive within Starkville’s corporate limitsand 100 square miles surrounding thecity. For more information, contactStarkville School DistrictSuperintendent of Education JudyCouey, 401 Greensboro St., Starkville,MS, 39759, 324-4050. Or visitwww.starkville.k12.ms.us.

County schools – The OktibbehaCounty School District is served by fourcommunity schools that house gradesK-12, two elementary schools forgrades K-6 and two high school forgrades 7-12. For more information, con-tact Oktibbeha County School DistrictSuperintendent of Education JamesCovington, 105 N. Dr. Douglas ConnerDrive, Starkville, MS 39759, 323-1472 orvisit www.oktibbeha.k12.ms.us.

Private schools – There are twoprivate schools in the county. These are:◆ Starkville Academy, a private school inStarkville, serves grades K-12. For more infor-mation, call 323-7814.◆ Starkville Christian School, 303 Lynn Lane.For more information, call 323-7453.

Colleges◆ Mississippi State University is located justoutside the Starkville city limits. A campuswith its own post office and ZIP code, MSU isthe state’s largest university, providing awealth of cultural, intellectual and recreationalactivities. More than 18,000 students areenrolled at MSU in arts and sciences, businessand industry, agriculture and home economics,engineering, forest resources, veterinary medi-cine and architecture. Call the Office ofUniversity Relations at 325-3442 for moreinformation.

Other colleges located in the areainclude:◆ East Mississippi Community College, located10 miles away in Mayhew, 243-1900◆ Mississippi University for Women, located 24miles east of Starkville in Columbus, 329-4750

LibrariesThe Starkville Public Library, con-

taining more than 60,000 volumes, islocated at 326 University Drive. It is themain office for the Starkville-OktibbehaCounty Library system and is housed ina 16,000-square-foot facility that wasrenovated in 1994. Branch libraries arelocated in Maben (263-5619) andSturgis (465-7493). Both branchlibraries have meeting rooms availableto the public, and the main library has agenealogy room where patrons canresearch their family trees. Each

branch has a story hour for preschool-ers, and the main library has two ses-sions of story hour. The library alsooffers summer reading programs.Collections can be displayed at the mainlibrary by calling 323-2783.

The library director is VirginiaHoltcamp. Hours are Monday throughThursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Fridayand Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Media◆ The Starkville Dispatch. Call 328-2424 forsubscription information. Printed six days aweek, Sunday through Friday. Business hoursare Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.The Starkville Dispatch office is located at 101S. Lafayette St. On the web:www.cdispatch.com.◆ The Starkville Daily News, 304 E. LampkinSt. Call 323-1642 for subscription information.Printed seven days a week. Business hours areMonday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.◆ Radio stations in the area: WKOR 94.9 FM;WKOR 980 AM; WLZA 96.1 FM; WMXU 106.1FM; WSSO 1230 AM; WMSV 91.1 FM; WMSU92.1 FM; WSMS 99.9 FM; WZBQ 94.1; WMBC103.1 FM; WAJV 98.9 FM; WACR 103.9 FM;WQNN FM; WKBB 100.9 FM; WSYE 93.3 FM.

◆ Television stations serving the area areWOBV, Channel 5, an independent stationlicensed to Starkville; WCBI, Channel 4, a CBSaffiliate in Columbus; WTVA Channel 9, an NBCaffiliate in Tupelo; and WLOV Channel 13, aFOX affiliate in Tupelo.

Medical facilities◆ OCH Regional Medical Center, built in1973, has 96 beds, six in the intensivecare/cardiac unit, 30 on the surgical floor,30 on the postpartum/pediatric floor and 30on the medical floor. Six more beds are locat-ed in the same-day surgery suite, and thehospital boasts five birthing suites for laborand delivery. Construction is underway on a$27.5 million addition. OCH Regional MedicalCenter is located on Hospital Road, alongwith many physicians’ offices. Call 323-4320.◆ Webster County General Hospital is locat-ed at 500 Highway 9 S., Eupora. Call 258-6221.

Nursing homes◆ Cantrell's Personal Care Home, 1279Highway 12 W., 323-5948◆ Carrington Nursing Center, 307 Reed Road,323-2202◆ Montgomery Gardens, 1351 Old Highway 12

W., 323-4663◆ Starkville Manor, 1001 Hospital Road, 323-6360◆ Vickers Personal Care Home, 114 N.Montgomery St., 323-4617

Car rentals◆ Budget Rent-A-Car, George M. Bryan Field,Airport Road, 323-9558◆ Enterprise Rent-A-Car, 404 Highway 12 W.,323-3389◆ Travel Leaders, 500 Russell St., 323-5007◆ U-Save Auto Rental, 501 Highway 12 W.,268-4023 and 205 Highway 12 W., Suite 130,461-7368

TransportationAirports – George M. Bryan Field

(municipal), Starkville Flying Service(private) and Golden Triangle RegionalAirport located 11 miles eastof Starkville.

Bus service for seniors – GoldenTriangle Transportation for SeniorAdults provides transportation free tosenior citizens. Bus runsMonday, Wednesday and Friday from8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Please call 324-7860one day in advance for service.

Night Route – A free transportationservice for Mississippi State Universitystudents looking to patronize business-es and restaurants downtown.

Annual eventsMagnolia Independent Film

Festival – It’s a great time for movie-goers. This festival in February featuresthe screening of two dozenindependent films and is open to thepublic. Q&A sessions with filmmakersfollow each screening. Call theConvention and Visitors Bureau at 323-3322 for information.

International Fiesta – Hosted thefirst Saturday of April, this festival cele-brates the diverse mix of cultures repre-sented in the community with food,music and dancing. The event is free tothe public. Call 325-0787 for informa-tion.

Cotton District Arts Festival –April 23, 2011, Adult and children’s artentries are displayed during this festivaleach April. Also included is the Tasteof Starkville, live music and theater, astreet dance and arts and crafts booths.Call the Starkville Area Arts Council at324-3080.

“Little Sturgis” Motorcycle Rally– This family event each August draws


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motorcyclists from across the countryand gains momentum eachyear. Participants and onlookers canenjoy the flashy bikes, games and con-tests. Call Sturgis City Hall for informa-tion at 465-7970.

Super Bulldog Weekend –Mississippi State University hosts thisannual spring homecoming, whichincludes a football scrimmage, an SECbaseball doubleheader, a pig cookingcontest and SEC tennis, among otherevents. Call the MSU ticket office at325-2600 for information.

Old-Fashioned Family Fourth ofJuly – Fun for the whole family.Activities begin at 5:30 p.m. at McKeePark with a bicycle parade,patriotic entertainment, games, conces-sions and a fireworks display. Call theStarkville Chamber of Commerce at323-5783 for information.

Starkville Christmas Parade –Begin your holiday festivities by joiningthe entire community on Main Streetfor the annual Christmas Paradein early December. The parade featuresfloats, walking groups, walking horsesand Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick himself. Call theCVB at 323-3322 for information.

AttractionsAround town

Greensboro Historic District – Adriving tour of 30 Victorian homes, sev-eral listed on the National Register ofHistoric Places. Call 323-3322.

Mississippi Horse Park – This100-acre facility on Poorhouse Roadhosts events nearly every weekend,from rodeos, motocross and barrel rac-ing to livestock shows, garden exposand instructional clinics. Call 325-9350.

Oktibbeha County HeritageMuseum – Highlights local artifactsexhibited in a restored GM&O RailroadDepot. Open Tuesday throughThursday, 1-4 p.m., or anytime byappointment. Call 323-0211.

Starkville Community Theater –Productions presented throughout theyear. Call 323-6855.

At Mississippi StateChapel of Memories – Built in

1955 from the brick of Old MainDormitory, the nation’s largest dormito-ry under one roof, is often the site ofweddings and other student gatherings.

Lee Hall – Named for Stephen D.Lee, the first president of MSU, Lee

Hall was built in 1909 as an academicbuilding and chapel.

Mitchell Memorial Library –Houses more than 1.1 million volumes,including manuscripts, maps and pam-phlets and four special collections.The largest in the state in number ofholdings, the library recently under-went nearly $15 million in renovationsand additions.

Templeton Music Museum – Atribute to ragtime music and phono-graphic inventions. Tours by appoint-ment only.

A.B. McKay Food and EnologyLaboratory – See how grape researchproduces quality Mississippi wine, juiceand jellies. Tours for groups by appoint-ment only. Call 325-2440.

MSU Art Gallery – The MSU ArtGallery located in McComas Hall fea-tures monthly exhibitions by students,faculty and guest artists. Call 325-2954 for more information.

In the areaPearl River Resort – Non-stop

action at two casinos: The Silver StarHotel and Casino and The Golden

Moon Hotel and Casino. The resort fea-tures nightly live entertainment, finerestaurants, more than 500 hotel rooms,a convention center, spa and salon.Located on Highway 16 West,Choctaw. Call 866-447-3275.

Ole Country Bakery – When youvisit this traditional Mennonite bakery,you’ll fall in love with a variety of specialtreats from pastries to Po’ Boy sand-wiches. Open Tuesday throughSaturday in Brooksville. Call 738-5795.

Bulldog Lanes – Enjoy GlowBowling, league play, Blitz Arcade, deliand billiards. Also available for partiesand banquets. Open Mondaythrough Wednesday, 10 a.m.-1 a.m.;Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-2a.m.; and Sunday, noon-11 p.m. Locatedon Highway 12 in Starkville. Call 323-2892.

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◆ Hardee’s, 411 Highway 12 E., 323-8047◆ Harvey’s, 406 Highway 12 E., 323-1669◆ Huddle House, 809 Highway 12 W., 615-1313◆ Jean’s Cafe, 103C Rue de Grand Fromage,615-3882◆ Kentucky Fried Chicken, 127A Highway 12W., 323-1944◆ Little Dooey’s, 100 Fellowship St., 323-6094◆ Lenny’s Sub Shop, 100 Russell St. Suite 13,323-8008◆ Mac’s Meat Market, 209 Martin Luther KingJr. Dr., 324-6328◆ Marketplace Restaurant at Perry, MSU cam-pus, 325-2965◆ McAlister’s Deli, 500 Russell St., Suite 7,324-2565◆ McClesky’s Deli, 400 Highway 12, 323-2892◆ McDonald’s, 500 Highway 12 E., 323-1706◆ McDonald’s, 817 Highway 12 W., 320-3908◆ Mexico Tipico, 123 Highway 12 W., 323-2117◆ Morris’ Bar-B-Q & Steakhouse, 1347 16thSection Rd., 320-6661◆ MSU Cafeteria, Darden Avenue at MSU, 325-2965◆ MSU State Fountain, MSU Mini Mall, 325-2967◆ Mugshots Grill & Bar, 101 N. DouglasConner St., 324-3965◆ Oby’s Deli, 504 Academy Road, 323-0444◆ Old Venice Pizza Co., 110 East Main St.,320-6872◆ Papa John’s Pizza, 500 Russell St., 323-7272◆ Petty’s BBQ, 103 Highway 12 W., 324-2363◆ Pizza Hut East, 211 Highway 12 W., 323-8373◆ Pizza Hut West, 911 Highway 12 W., 324-2321◆ Popeye’s, 814A Highway 12 W., 324-3537◆ Quiznos Sub, 409 University Drive, 615-9971◆ Remington Hunt Club Bar and Grill, 400Highway 12 W., 615-5444◆ Restaurant Tyler, 100 E. Main St., 324-1014◆ Richey’s Restaurant, 513 Academy Road,324-2737◆ Rick’s Cafe American, 319 Highway 82 E.,324-7425◆ Rosey Baby's, 100 S. Jackson St., 324-1949◆ Ruby Tuesdays, 110 Highway 12 W., 615-4245◆ Sbarro, MSU campus, Colvard StudentUnion, 325-0923◆ Shipley’s Donuts, 418 Highway 12 E., 324-6003◆ Sonic Drive-In, 302 Highway 12 E., 323-3448◆ Sonic Drive-in 815 Highway 12 W. 324-6214◆ Starbucks, MSU campus, Colvard StudentUnion and Barnes and Noble, 325-0923◆ Starkville Cafe, 211 Main St., 323-1665◆ State Fountain Bakery, MSU mini mall, 325-2967◆ Strange Brew, 605 Highway 12 W., 320-7022◆ Stromboli’s, 408 University Drive, 615-4080


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ShoppingThe city of Starkville and Oktibbeha

County are served by several shoppingcenters and the downtown business dis-tricts.

La Galerie – Located at 500 RussellSt., La Galerie features tux rentals, com-puters and a camera shop. Servicesoffered include a dentist, travelagency and tanning center.

Main Street Shopping Plaza —This plaza is located on Highway 12near Wal-Mart. It offers an assortmentof businesses including Mexican cui-sine, coffee, shoes and clothing.

Southdale Shopping Center – Thisshopping center is located on Highway12 and features three restaurants alongwith a copying service, a beauty salonand an MSU specialty store.

Starkville Crossing – Featuring J.C.Penney, Peebles and Kroger, this shop-ping center also offers more than 10smaller stores, a loan service and onerestaurant.

Middleton Court – Located atHighway 12 and Highway 25, this shop-ping center features a clothing store, anappliance and furniture store, photogra-phy studio and an auto parts store.

Super Wal-Mart – Located at 1010Highway 12 W., Super Wal-Mart offers afull service grocery store with theamenities of Wal-Mart. The storeis open 24 hours a day.

University Square ShoppingCenter – Also located on Highway 12,this shopping center offers a grocerystore, a photo and art supply shop,video store, record store, beauty salon,Chinese restaurant and loan service.

College Park Shopping Center —On Russell Street, this shopping centerincludes men’s and women’s clothing,gifts and cards, shoe store, deli, bikeshop, real estate agency, flower shop,travel agency and hair salon.

Several other shopping centers lineHighway 12 and other parts of town.

Local parksStarkville Sportsplex – Located off

Lynn Lane, the Sportsplex features anew multi-purpose building, whichincludes indoor basketball,volleyball and racquetball courts. Anindoor walking track also is available,along with classes, camps and otheractivities. The facility also features ath-letic fields. Call 323-2294.

McKee Park – Located near theSportsplex on Lynn Lane, this parkoffers two softball fields, two picnicpavilions, four tennis courts, a play-ground, two racquetball courts and bas-ketball courts.

Westside Park – Located on NorthLong Street, a swimming pool, ballfields, a picnic pavilion, two practicefields, a tennis court, two

basketball courts and a playground areaare all available at this park on NorthLong Street.

Moncrief Park – This park onNorth Jackson Street provides a swim-ming pool, a ball field, two tenniscourts, a pavilion area, a dog park and aplayground open to the public.

George Evans Park – Located onSpring Street, George Evans Park has aplayground, one tennis court and a bas-ketball court.

Josey Park - This park on JoseyAvenue features a small playground andconcrete court.

Oktibbeha County Lake – Fivemiles west of town, the lake is publiclyowned and offers fishing, swimming,boating, water-skiing and picnickingon 700 acres of land.

The Noxubee National WildlifeRefuge – This area is a man-developedwaterfowl refuge that covers 46,000acres, including two major lakes anda 3,225-acre bird sanctuary. Naturetrails and scenic driving routes areavailable. Hunting is permitted in select-ed areas and fishing is permitted in allrefuge waters March 1 to Oct. 31.


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About West PointLocated eight miles north of

Highway 82 on Highway 45Alternate, West Point is a smalltown with lots of Southern charm.

Like nearby Columbus, WestPoint lays claim to having Spanishexplorer Hernando de Soto comeclose to what is now the modern-day city during an expedition in1541. De Soto brought newbreeds of horses and hogs with

him and in doing so helped estab-lish a major part of the local econ-omy — swine farming.

Officially incorporated in 1858,West Point boasts a unique andelegant example of antebellumarchitecture — WaverleyMansion. The octagonal mansion,built by Col. George HamptonYoung, is a registered historiclandmark and is open for tours ona regular basis.

The city’s defining momentcame in 1909 when J.C. Bryan Sr.began selling pork products outof a West Point storefront. Overthe following decades, Bryan’ssons and grandsons made BryanFoods into one of the country’slargest producers of pork prod-ucts, eventually employing morethan 1,500 employees at the com-pany’s West Point processingplant.

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Although the Bryans sold the busi-ness to Sara Lee Food and BeverageCorp. in 1968, Bryan brand foods wereproduced in West Point until March2007 when Sara Lee shut the plantdown and laid off more than 1,200employees.

While the city is still struggling fromlosing its largest employer, West Pointhas recently witnessed the expansion ofa number of local businesses such as

Navistar, Ellis Steel, Blazon Tube andRoyal Trucking.

West Point is a certified Main StreetCommunity and a certified retirementcommunity. In 2007, the city was certi-fied as an “Excel by 5” community — adistinction that indicates West Point isan excellent place to raise young chil-dren.

West Point residents are civic-mind-ed and most Board of Selectmen meet-

ings, held every second Tuesday of themonth at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall’s meet-ing room, are well attended by the pub-lic.

For leisure activities, visitors and res-idents alike have plenty of options. ThePrairie Arts Festival and the Howlin’Wolf blues festival, both held aroundLabor day weekend, attract crowdsfrom all over the world. Additionally,the newly revived West Point/ClayCounty Community Arts Council hostsperformances at The Civic and at SallyKate Winters Park.

Of course, golf lovers would beremiss not to play Old Waverly — oneof the finest golf courses in the South.

Whether you’re planning on makinga move with your family or just in themood to spend a fun day off the beatenpath, West Point is a great place to do it.

General informationCounty – ClayCounty seat – West PointPopulation – The U.S. Census estimated a2008 population of 11,292 in West Point and20,860 in Clay County. The last census was in2000; the 2010 Census is in progress. Government – City: mayor and board of select-men; incorporated as a city in 1858. County:five-member board of supervisors.Altitude – 337 feet above sea levelArea – 4.25 square miles (city); 415 squaremiles (county)Assessed valuation – City: $79 million; county:$135 millionCity statistics – Total street mileage, 65; 18firefighters; 26 police officersClimate – January daily average maximum tem-perature, 51; January daily average minimumtemperature, 31; July daily average maximumtemperature, 92.5; July daily average minimumtemperature, 69.5Major highways – U.S. 45 Alternate and 82;state highways 25 and 50.Industry – Principal manufactured productsinclude chemicals, needlecraft, steel fabrica-tion, wood products, poultry processing, toymaking and playground equipment.

City governmentWest Point has a mayor-selectmen

type of government.The mayor is elected every four

years by a majority vote, based on thevotes cast throughout the city in the pri-mary and general elections. The fiveselectmen are elected based on votersin predetermined wards of the city.

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were elected in 2009, and their termswill officially expire in 2013.◆ Mayor Scott Ross

Members of the elected selectmenare:◆ Ward 1: Rod Bobo◆ Ward 2: Homer E. Cannon◆ Ward 3: Charles D. Collins◆ Ward 4: Keith McBrayer◆ Ward 5: Jasper Pittman

The selectmen meet at 5:30 p.m. onthe second Tuesday of every month.All meetings are open to the public.

Other major city officials include:Acting Chief of Police – Bobby Lane, 330 W.Broad St., West Point, MS 39773, 494-1244 Fire Chief – Johnny Littlefield, 400 E. BrameAve., West Point, MS 39773, 494-1531City Attorney – Orlando Richmond, 494-2573City Judge – Mark Cliett, 494-2573

City Hall’s hours are 8 a.m. until 5p.m., Monday through Friday. 494-2573


the duties of county government fallsto the Clay County Board ofSupervisors.

The county is divided into five dis-tricts, each overseen by an electedcounty supervisor. These officials areelected to a four-year term.

The current Clay County supervi-sors are:◆ District 1: Lynn Horton◆ District 2: Luke Lummus◆ District 3: R.B. Davis◆ District 4: Shelton Deanes◆ District 5: Floyd McKee

All may be contacted by mail at P.O.Box 815, West Point, MS 39773, or bycalling 494-3124.

Meetings are held at the ClayCounty Courthouse the first Monday,the following Thursday and fourthThursday of every month at 9 a.m.

Other major county officialsinclude:Sheriff – Laddie Huffman, 218 W. Broad,West Point, MS 39773, 494-5154Superintendent of Education – Mae Brewer,205 Court St., West Point, MS 39773, 494-2915Board Attorney – Lee S. Coleman, P.O. Box851, West Point, MS 39773, 494-3313Justice Court Judges – Thomas Hampton andJoseph Taggert, 218 W. Broad St., WestPoint, MS 39773, 494-6141Constables – Sherman Ivy and Lewis Stafford,

494-6140Chancery Clerk – Robbie Robinson, 205Court St., West Point, MS 39773, 494-3124Circuit Clerk – Robert Harrell, 205 Court St.,West Point, MS 39773, 494-3384Tax Assessor and Collector – Teretha Rupert,205 Court St., West Point, MS 39773, 494-3432Coroner – Alvin Carter Jr., P.O. Box 851,

West Point, MS 39773, 494-3313County Director – Donna Cliett, 218 W.Broad, West Point, MS 39773, 494-5371



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mits may be obtained at the buildingoffice in West Point City Hall. Call 494-6601.

Business permits, licenses –Business permits and licenses mayalso be obtained at City Hall. Call 494-2573.

Postal serviceResidents needing to send mail may

deposit their mail in several locationsthroughout the city. West Point hasone station with window service at 420Commerce St. and six collection boxeson the streets. In addition, some apart-ment complexes have designated loca-tions for mail pickup.

For those living in the rural areas ofClay County, stamps may be purchasedfrom any mail carrier, who also canoffer residents most services providedin the mail station in West Point.

The postmaster in West Point isPatrick McKee; he can be reached at494-3303. The supervisor is BobbyDuncan. Mail is picked up daily at theCommerce Street station and the lastpickup is at 5 p.m.

Refuse collectionCity – In the city of West Point,

garbage is collected weekly. The resi-dential monthly fee is $9.50 and isincluded on the utility bill.

County – Those residents living inthe county have garbage pickup once aweek (including all holidays) on a pre-scheduled basis for each area. There isa monthly fee of $7. For information onthe schedule for your area, contact theClay Sanitation Department, 494-3313.


municipal ad valorem taxes, except onmotor vehicles, must be paid by Feb. 1of each year. County and city tax mill-age rates are set prior to Oct. 1 (coun-

ty) and Aug. 1 (city) of each year.Where to pay taxes – Municipal

taxes are to be paid at West Point CityHall (494-2573). County taxes and statead valorem taxes are payable to theClay County tax assessor, whose officeis in the courthouse (494-2274).

State income tax is payable to theState Tax Commission located in theWoolfolk Building in Jackson by April15. The state tax commission also hasa branch office in the Waters Buildingin Columbus.

Homestead exemption – City andcounty applications for homesteadexemption on property should be filedeach year by March 31. A person filingfor homestead exemption for the firsttime should bring the warranty deedfor the property, Clay County automo-bile tag number(s) and Social Securitynumber(s).

The applicant must have been livingin the home on Jan. 1 of the year inwhich he or she is filing. The warrantydeed is to have been acknowledged by


Dec. 31 and recorded no later than Jan.7.

For more information, contact ClayCounty Tax Assessor Teretha Rupertat 494-3432.

UtilitiesCity

Within the city limits, newcomers,whether renting or owning, need tobring two forms of identification(including one with a recent photo andsocial security card) to the West PointWater and Light Department to estab-lish services.

Deposits will vary for renters andhomeowners, according to usage.Renters should bring a lease agree-ment. Residents must pay a deposit of$30 for inside water service and $40 foroutside water service. For further infor-mation, contact the West Point Waterand Light Department, 300 East BroadSt., 494-1432.

CountyThose who are moving into the rural

area will have to apply for membershipat the 4-County Electric PowerAssociation office.

A $25 membership fee and a $25 con-nection fee are required for residentialconnection. The deposit is based on acredit check and will vary between $0-$250.

Those who require building a newline to a new home will also have tosign a right-of-way easement agree-ment.



For more information, contact 4-County Electric Power Association, 900Industrial Road, 494-1313.

GasThose who require gas services

should take a driver’s license or Social

Security card to the Atmos Energy Gasoffice. A deposit may be required of $65of home owners and $85 for renters.

For more information, contact AtmosEnergy Gas, 120 S. Division St., 888-286-6700.Water – County

Rural water users who are hookedup to one of the water associations willpay a deposit of $60 on the average andsign a user’s agreement.

The cost of a new hookup, thatrequires installation of a water meter,will be higher. For more information,contact Water Services at 494-9000.

Telephone servicesTo establish telephone service, call


Wireless providersCellular South – 494-2100

Voter registrationIn order to vote in Mississippi, a

person must be a citizen of the UnitedStates, 18 years of age by the electiondate and must reside in this state. Aperson must have been registered atleast 30 days prior to the election withthe Clay County circuit clerk in orderto vote in the county, state and nation-al elections and with the West Pointcity clerk to vote in municipal elec-tions.

For more information, contact ClayCounty Circuit Clerk Robert Harrell at494-3124.

Accommodations◆ Days Inn, U.S. Highway 45 Alternate, nextto Clay County Medical Center. Call 494-1995.◆ Hampton Inn and Suites, 1251 Hwy 45 S.Call 494-7802.◆ Holiday Inn Express, U.S. Highway 45Alternate S. Call 494-7090.◆ Old Waverly Golf Club, Old Waverly Road.Call 495-5485.◆ Relax Inn, U.S. Highway 45 Alternate. Call494-2234.◆ Waverly Waters, located on Old WaverlyRoad, 14-bed fishing lodge for corporate orfamily gatherings. Call 494-1800.


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ChurchesThere are approximately

56 churches in Clay County,19 of which are in the city ofWest Point. The area isserved by nine differentProtestant denominationsand one Catholic church.

EducationGeneral information –

Registration is held eachsummer for the following fallterm of school. Notice of reg-istration is published prior tothat time. Kindergarten inWest Point is available to allstudents in both public andprivate schools.

Students entering the firstgrade must be 6 years of ageand those entering kinder-garten must be 5 years ofage on or before Sept. 1. Abirth certificate and a recordof immunization are requiredfor registration.

City schools – The WestPoint School District super-intendent is SteveMontgomery. To contact theWPSD, call 494-4242.

County schools – TheClay County School Districtsuperintendent is Mae W.Brewer. For more informa-tion on the CCSD, call 494-2915.

Parochial schools –There is one parochialschool in the county: HebronChristian School, in Pheba,494-7513.

Private schools – Thereis one private school in thecounty: Oak Hill Academy onOld Aberdeen Road, 494-5043.

Colleges◆ East Mississippi CommunityCollege (Golden Triangle Campus)is located 10 miles from WestPoint.◆ Mississippi University forWomen is 21 miles away inColumbus.

◆ Mississippi State University is18 miles away in Starkville.

LibraryThe public library in Clay

County, the Bryan PublicLibrary, containing morethan 55,000 volumes, is locat-ed at 338 Commerce St.

Some of the special servic-es the Bryan Library pro-vides include Friends of TheLibrary, an adult literacy pro-gram, mail-a-book system,nursing home service, spe-cial services to the handi-capped, a summer readingprogram for youth and a chil-dren’s story hour in the fall,spring and summer.

The library’s director isMary Helen Waggoner.Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.Monday, Wednesday andThursday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.Tuesday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday. Call 494-4872 fordetails.

Media◆ The Commercial Dispatch, 516Main St., Columbus; Businesshours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondaythrough Friday. Call 328-2424 forsubscription information. PrintedSunday through Friday.◆ The Daily Times Leader, 227Court St. Business hours are 8a.m.-5 p.m. Monday throughFriday. Call 494-1353 for subscrip-tion information. Printed Tuesdaythrough Friday and on Saturday.◆ Television stations serving thearea include WLOV (Fox affiliate)of Tupelo; WCBI (CBS affiliate) ofColumbus; and WTVA (NBC affili-ate) of Tupelo.◆ Radio stations in the area:WKOR 94.9 FM; WKOR 980 AM;WLZA 96.1 FM; WMXU 106.1 FM;WSSO 1230 AM; WMSV 91.1 FM;WMSU 92.1 FM; WSMS 99.9 FM;WZBQ 94.1; WMBC 103.1 FM;WAJV 98.9 FM; WACR 103.9 FM;WQNN FM; WKBB 100.9 FM andWSYE 93.3 FM.

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Quality, local service andcompetitive prices.Center–West Point, an acute care hospital,

opened in 1985 and has 60 beds. The center,housed in a two-story, 86,184-square-footbuilding, is affiliated with NortheastMississippi Medical Center, the largest hospi-tal in the state.Located in Tupelo, 50 miles from West Point,North Mississippi Medical Center provides spe-cialty services and advanced technology foundonly in a major health care system. Call 495-2300.

Nursing homes◆ West Point Community Living Center, 1122N. Eshman Ave. W., 494-6011◆ Dugan Memorial Home, 804 East Main St.,494-3640◆ Waverly Care Home, 315 W. Broad St., 494-0074◆ West Point Therapy Department, OldAberdeen Road, 492-0065

RentalsCars and vans◆ Avis Rent-A-Car, 800-331-1212◆ National Car Rental, 800-227-7368

TransportationAirports – McCharen Airport serves

West Point and is located two milesfrom downtown.

Golden Triangle Regional Airport— is 11 miles from West Point.

Annual eventsPrairie Arts Festival — Sept. 4,

2010, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Saturdaybefore Labor Day each year, area artistsand craftsmen display their work andperform live demonstrations in WestPoint’s downtown area. A 5K run is heldin conjunction with the festival. Morethan 400 exhibitors and thousands ofvisitors attend the annual festival, desig-nated as one of the top events in theregion by the Southeast TourismSociety. Call the Growth Alliance, 494-5121.

Howlin’ Wolf Blues Festival —Sept. 3, 2010. The Friday before thePrairie Arts Festival, this event honorsblues legend Howlin’ Wolf, a West Pointnative. The 2010 festival includes BlindMorris and the Black Prairie BluesKings, Mark “Mule Man” Massey andJames “Super Chikan” Johnson and theFighting Cocks. For information call theGrowth Alliance, 494-5121.


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Junior Auxiliary West Point FireDepartment Rodeo — Aug. 13, 2010.Call the Growth Alliance, 494-5121.

Community Clean Up, The BigTidy Up — Aug. 21, 2010, from 9 a.m.-noon. For more information call theGrowth Alliance at, 494-5121.

Boo Parade — Oct. 29, 2010, at 9:30a.m. Fun costumes and candy for thechildren in the community. For moreinformation, call the Growth Alliance,494-5121.

Christmas Open House — Nov.14, 2010. Growth Alliance, 494-5121.

Music Cotiere — Dec. 2, 2010. Joinus and enjoy all of the Christmas musicand gathering for the holiday spirit.Growth Alliance, 494-5121.

Lighting of the Christmas Tree —Dec. 3, 2010. Join friends and neighborsfor this community event. For moreinformation, call the Growth Alliance,494-5121.

Relay for Life — May 13, 2011.Help the cause and fight for the cure forCancer. Growth Alliance, 494-5121.

ShoppingThe city of West point, Clay County

are served by several shopping centersand the downtown business districts.

Mossy Oak Outlet — (9 a.m.-6p.m.) 1257 Highway 45 S., Alt. This out-let center has several different stores tooffer up a variety including a restaurant.

Downtown — (9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.)Downtown offers restaurants, banks,drug stores, clothing, jewelry, antiquesand much more.

Dining◆ Anthony’s, 116 West Main St., 494-0316◆ Cathy’s Restaurant, Highway 45 Alternate,494-9892◆ Chad’s Café, 3388 Old Hwy 50 W., 492-8888◆ Chef David’s BBQ, 608 W. Main St., 494-5944◆ China Buffet, 102 Hwy 45 N., Alt., 494-9998◆ Domino’s Pizza, Highway 45 South, 495-0020◆ Foodland Cafe, 3388 Highway 50 W., 492-0070◆ Hardee’s, Highway 45 Alternate, 494-0440

◆ Hoover’s Bakery, 128 Highway 45 S., 494-1442◆ Huddle House, 230 Highway 45 S., 494-4001◆ Kentucky Fried Chicken, 525 Highway 45N., 494-2714◆ La Fiesta Brava Mexican Restaurant,Highway 45, 495-2484◆ Latte-Da Coffee, 134 Commerce St., 494-8969◆ Light House Café, 307 East MainStreet,494-9081 ◆ Little Dooey’s, Highway 45 N., 327-0088◆ Liu’s Garden, Highway 45 South, 494-9720◆ Main Street Market, 506 East Main Street,524-4084◆ McDonald’s, Highway 45 Alternate◆ Mr. B’s, 127 East Jordan Ave., 494-8100◆ Old Town Grill, 1249 Highway 45 S., 492-4006◆ Old Waverly Golf Club, One Magnolia Dr.,494-6463◆ Pizza Hut, Highway 45 North, 494-2404◆ Pizza Inn, 710 Hwy 45 N., Alt., 494-8558◆ Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken andBiscuits, 226 Highway 45 N., 494-6322◆ Ritz Cafe, 121 Commerce St., 494-1800◆ Robin Hood’s, 746 South Eshman Ave., 494-8975◆ Sonic Drive-in, Highway 45 North, 494-8479◆ Sopranos Cafe and Billiards, 113 E. MainSt., 494-0520◆ Stafford’s, 433 Hwy 45 N., Alt., 494-5820◆ Subway Sandwiches, 350 Highway 45 S.,494-9040◆ The Point, 133 Commerce St., 494-8989◆ The Station, 410 East Main Street, 494-4622◆ Tin Lizzie Cafe, Highway 45 Alternate, 494-0006◆ Tony’s BBQ, 201 West Main Street. 295-9727◆ Wendy’s, 312, Hwy 45 N., Alt., 494-7951◆ Y-Knot Little Pig, 1035 Hwy, 45 N., Alt.,494-5600

Local parksTown Creek Recreation Area –

Offers 100 campsites and a wash houseand is equipped for recreational vehi-cles. The campground area has a multi-use shelter and a bike trail, hikingtrails, two children’s play lots and twomulti-use play courts.

Sally Kate Winters MemorialPark – located next to the downtownarea, features fountains, an old-fash-ioned bandstand, a playground for chil-dren, a gazebo and an “Arbor ofMemories.”

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Located in the rolling pasture-land of Noxubee County, Maconserves as the center of communi-ty life in a largely rural county.

Founded on Feb. 9, 1833, asTaladega, the town’s name waschanged to Macon Aug. 10, 1835.

The Jackson Military Roadcrossed the Noxubee River, whichruns near the present town, just

west of Macon.Much of life in Macon revolves

around the land, from cattle graz-ing to catfish farming.

Noxubee County is also hometo the town of Brooksville, andboth towns have active Mennonitecommunities.

General informationCounty – NoxubeeCounty seat – MaconPopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau

estimated a 2008 population of 2,744in Macon and 11,828 in NoxubeeCounty. The last census was in 2000;the 2010 Census is in progress. Government – City: mayor and board ofaldermen; incorporated as a city in1834. County: five-member board ofsupervisors.Altitude – 210 feet above sea levelArea – 3.5 square miles (city); 694.8square miles (county)City statistics – 22 firefighters; 14police officersClimate – Temperature – January daily

Noxubee CountyNoxubee County

average maximum, 53; January daily averageminimum, 31; July daily average maximum, 92;July daily average minimum, 70Major highways – U.S. 45Industry – Barge Forest Products, Boral Bricks,East Mississippi Pole Co., Land O’ Lakes,Macon Ready Mix, Outdoor Technologies, PecoFoods, Penick Forest Products, ShuqualakLumber Co., Superior Fish Products, TrailbossTrailers

City governmentMacon has a mayor-aldermen type of

government.The mayor is elected every four

years by a majority vote, based on thevotes cast throughout the city in the pri-mary and general elections. Four of thefive aldermen are elected based onvotes in predetermined wards of thecity, while the alderman at large is elect-ed based on votes from residentsthroughout the entire city. The presentmayor and aldermen were elected inJune 2009.◆ Mayor Bob Boykin

Members of the elected board ofaldermen are:◆ Ward 1: Earnest Harmon◆ Ward 2: James Watkins◆ Ward 3: Tommy Campbell◆ Ward 4: Willie Dixon Jr.◆ Alderman at Large: Phillip McGuire

The aldermen meet at 5:30 p.m. onthe first and second Tuesday night ofevery month at 105 West Pulaski St.

Other major city officials include:Chief of Police – Petey FreshourFire Chief – Billy WhiteheadCity Attorney – Roderick D. WalkerCity Judge – Timothy Gowan

City Hall’s hours are 8 a.m. until 4:30p.m., Monday through Friday and maybe contacted by calling 726-5847.


the duties of county government falls tothe Noxubee County Board ofSupervisors.

The county is divided into five dis-tricts, each overseen by an electedcounty supervisor. These officials areelected to a four-year term. Currentcounty officeholders are subject tochange, based on the results of the Nov.6 election.

The current Noxubee County super-visors are:◆ District 1: Larry Tate ◆ District 2: William “Boo” Oliver◆ District 3: Sherman Patterson◆ District 4: James Eddie Coleman◆ District 5: Bruce B. Brooks

All may be contacted by mail at P.O.Box 147, Macon, MS 39341 or by call-ing 726-5181 or 726-6047.

Meetings are held at the NoxubeeCounty Courthouse the first Monday ofevery month at 9 a.m. and the followingFriday after the first Monday.

Other major county officials include:Sheriff – Albert WalkerSuperintendent of Education – Kevin JonesBoard Attorney – Christopher HemphillJustice Court Judges – Dirk Dickson andDorothy StewartConstables – Frank Draper and Derone MoseleyChancery Clerk – Mary R. Shelton WashingtonCircuit Clerk – Carl L. MickensTax Assessor and Collector – Emmett MickensCoroner – R.L. Calhoun



able at the Noxubee Alliance/Chamberof Commerce office, located at 503 S.Washington St.


mits may be obtained at the buildingoffice in Macon City Hall. Call 726-5847(F) 662-726-2409.

Business permits, licenses –Business permits and licenses may alsobe obtained at City Hall. Call 726-5847.

Postal serviceMacon has one post office with win-

dow service. Two other post offices arelocated in Noxubee County.

For those living in the rural areas ofNoxubee County, stamps may be pur-chased from any mail carrier, who canalso offer residents most services pro-vided in the mail station in the area.

The postmaster in Macon is LorendaCard; she can be reached at 726-5420.Mail is picked up daily at the three postoffices and the last pickup is at 4:15p.m.

Refuse collectionCity – In the city of Macon, garbage

is collected on Wednesday. The residen-tial monthly fee is $11 and is includedon the utility bill.

County – Those residents living inthe county have garbage pickupthroughout the week on a pre-sched-uled basis for each area. There is a $12monthly fee. For information on theschedule for your area, contactNoxubee County Solid Waste at 726-4710.


municipal ad valorem taxes, except onmotor vehicles, must be paid by Feb. 1of each year. County and city tax mill-age rates are set prior to Oct. 1 of eachyear.

Where to pay taxes – Municipaltaxes, county taxes and state ad val-orem taxes are payable to the NoxubeeCounty tax assessor/collector, whoseoffice is located at 505 S. Jefferson St.Reach the office at 726-4744. Stateincome tax is payable to the State TaxCommission in Jackson by April 15.

Homestead exemption – City andcounty applications for homesteadexemption on property should be filedeach year by April 1. A person filing forhomestead exemption for the first timeshould bring the warranty deed for theproperty, Noxubee County automobiletag number(s) and Social Security


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Within the city limits, newcomers,whether renting or owning, need tobring two forms of identification(including one with a recent photo) tothe Macon Electric & WaterDepartment to establish services.

Deposits will vary for renters andhomeowners. Renters should bring alease agreement. For city renters, elec-tricity is $150, water is $50 and garbageis $25 per month. For city homeowners,electricity is $100, water is $25, andgarbage is $25 per month. All servicesrequire a $20 connection fee; waterdeposits inside the city limits are $50.For inside water connections, thecharge is $13.20 for the first 3,000 gal-lons; for outside water connections, thefee is $19.80 for the first 3,000 gallons.Water hook-up in the county is $70, plusthe $20 connection fee. For furtherinformation, contact the Macon Electric& Water Department, 726-5251, or stopby the office at 312 S. Jefferson St.

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GasThose who require gas services

should take a driver’s license or SocialSecurity card to the Atmos Energyoffice. For more information, contactAtmos Energy, 203 N. Jefferson St., 800-863-7749. Dowdle Gas Co. also offersservice in the area. For more informa-tion, call Dowdle at 726-2430 or stop bythe office, located at 109 S. Jefferson St.

Water – CountyRural water users who are hooked

up to one of the water associations willpay $70, plus a $20 connection fee.

The cost of a new hookup, requiringa new water meter, will be higher. Formore information, contact MaconElectric & Water Department at 726-5251.

Telephone servicesTo establish telephone service, call

an AT&T service representative at 888-757-6500. You will need an address.Deposits will vary depending on credit.

Operating hours for home telephoneservice are Monday through Friday, 8a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to4:30 p.m.

Wireless providersCellular South – 726-7000

Voter registrationIn order to vote in Mississippi, a per-

son must be a citizen of the UnitedStates, 18 years of age by the electiondate and must reside in this state. Aperson must have been registered atleast 30 days prior to the election withthe Noxubee County circuit clerk inorder to vote in the county, state andnational elections and with the Maconcity clerk to vote in municipal elections.

For more information, contactNoxubee County Circuit Clerk CarlMickens at 726-5737.

Accommodations◆ Best Western Oak Tree Inn, 12710 Highway45, 726-4334◆ Budget Inn, 311 N. Jefferson St., 726-5156

ChurchesThere are approximately 115 church-

es in Noxubee County, 69 of which arein the city of Macon. The area is servedby 114 different Protestant denomina-tions and one Catholic church.

EducationGeneral information – Pre-registra-

tion is held each spring for the follow-ing fall term of school. Registration forstudents takes place on the first day ofschool. Notice of registration is pub-lished prior to that time. Kindergartenin Macon is available to all students inboth public and private schools.

Students entering the first grademust be 6 years old and those enteringkindergarten must be 5 years old on orbefore Sept. 1. A birth certificate and arecord of immunization are required forregistration.

Public schools – Earl NashElementary, Reed Elementary, WilsonElementary, B.F. Liddell Middle,Noxubee County High, NoxubeeCounty Vocational Tech. The NoxubeeCounty School District superintendentis Kevin Jones. Call for more informa-tion on the NCSD, 662-726-4527.

Parochial schools – MaconMennonite parochial school is locatedin the county.

Private schools – Central Academyis a private school in the county.

Colleges◆ Mississippi University for Women, about 30miles from Macon, in Columbus.◆ Mississippi State University, about 35 milesfrom Macon, in Starkville.◆ Meridian Community College, about 54miles from Macon, in Meridian.◆ University of Alabama, about 69 miles fromMacon, in Tuscaloosa, Ala.◆ Shelton State Community College, about 72miles from Macon, in Tuscaloosa, Ala.◆ Itawamba Community College, about 81miles from Macon, in Fulton.◆ Holmes Community College, about 94 milesfrom Macon, in Goodman.◆ East Mississippi Community College, about30 miles from Macon, in Scooba.◆ University of West Alabama, about 50 milesfrom Macon, in Livingston, Ala.

LibraryThe public library in Noxubee

County, the Noxubee County Library, islocated at 103 E. King St. The library’sannual operating income is $143,013and the facility maintains a collection of21,572 books, 342 audio materials, 445Central Academy maintains a non-discriminatory policy with regard to race, religion, and national or ethnic origin.

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Media◆ The Commercial Dispatch, 516 Main St.,Columbus; business hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m.Monday through Friday. Call 328-2424 for sub-scription information. Printed Sunday throughFriday.◆ The Macon Beacon, printed weekly. 403 S.Jefferson St., 726-4747 ◆ Television stations serving the area includeWLOV (Fox affiliate) of Tupelo; WCBI (CBSaffiliate) of Columbus; WTOK (ABC affiliate) ofMeridian; and WTVA (NBC affiliate) of Tupelo.◆ Radio stations in the area: WALN 89.3 FM;WMAB 89.9 FM; WCSO 90.5 FM; WMSV 91.1FM; WMSU 92.1 FM; WSYE 93.3 FM; WZBQ94.1 FM; WKOR 94.9 FM; WAJV 98.9 FM;WSMS 99.9 FM; WMBC 103.1 FM; WQJB104.5 FM; WMXU 106.1 FM.

Medical facilities◆ Noxubee General Hospital, 606 N. JeffersonSt., 726-4231

Nursing homes◆ Noxubee County Nursing Home, 606 N.Jefferson St., Macon, MS 39341

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Annual eventsDancing Rabbit Festival — Oct.

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Dining◆ Beck’s One Stop, 10821 Highway 145, 726-2533◆ Birdie’s Place, 265 Cedar Creek Rd., 726-5371◆ Bumper’s Drive-In, 605 S. Jefferson St.,726-9555◆ Eastern China Restaurant, 805 S. JeffersonSt., 726-9277◆ Hill Top Cafe, 400 East St., 726-2480◆ Kentucky Fried Chicken, 14929 Highway45, 726-4351◆ Mi Ranchito, 13653 Highway 45, 726-1440◆ Northside Cafe, 523 Prairie St., 726-9345◆ Subway, 127 N. Frontage Rd., 726-1063◆ Trailboss Cafeteria, 15560 Highway 45,726-5666

Local parksNoxubee National Wildlife Refuge

– This 48,000-acre wildlife refuge offersvisitors opportunities for hiking, hunt-ing, fishing and bird-watching amongother outdoor activities. The refugeoffice and visitor center is open Mondaythrough Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Hunters wishing to obtain permitsshould call 323-5548.

Zach Brooks Golf Course – Thisnine-hole golf course can be playedmost days of the year. Contact OdieJackson at 726-5610.

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Commission meetings – Second andfourth Tuesdays, 9 a.m.County officials◆ District 1 – William Latham, 12457County Road 27, Reform, AL 35481;205-375-2171◆ District 2 – Susan Milner, 1992Highway 17, Aliceville, AL 35442; 205-393-7737◆ District 3 – C. Sentell Harper, 402First St. N., Reform, AL 35481; 205-375-2359◆ District 4 – Willie Colvin, 2417Sapps Road, Aliceville, AL. 35442;

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City of AlicevillePopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau estimat-ed a 2008 population of 2,466 in Aliceville.The last census was in 2000; the 2010Census is in progress. City Hall mailing address – City of Aliceville,419 Memorial Parkway East, Aliceville, AL35442City Hall telephone – 205-373-6611, fax 205-373-3165City Hall office hours – Monday throughFriday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Council meetings – Second and fourthTuesdays at 5 p.m.◆ Mayor William R. “Billy” McKinzey Jr., 205-373-2916City Council◆ District 1: Patty Fuller◆ District 2: Warren Lavender◆ District 3: Marva D. Gipson◆ District 4: Robert Wilder◆ District 5: J.T. Junkins Jr.

City Clerk – Dineki McCaa, 419 MemorialParkway E., 205-373-6611City Attorney – John Russell, 202 Broad St.,205-373-8714Fire Chief – Willie Dixon, 419 MemorialParkway E., 205-373-6631Police Chief – Tonnie D. Jones, 215 First St.,Aliceville, AL 35442, 205-373-6631Housing Authority – Frieda Blakney, director,P.O. Box 485, Aliceville, AL 35442Water Clerk – Abis Colvin, 205-373-2365Water Superintendent – Brian Pearson, 604Magnolia Lane, Aliceville, AL 35442Gas Board Manager – Anell Walker, 205-373-2889

Town of CarrolltonPopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau estimat-ed a 2008 population of 929 in Carrollton.The last census was in 2000; the 2010Census is in progress. City Hall mailing address – Town of Carrollton,P.O. Box 169, Carrollton, AL 35447City Hall telephone – 205-367-8711, fax 205-367-8952City Hall office hours – Monday throughFriday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.Council meetings – First Thursday, 7 p.m.◆ Mayor John D. Lammers, 205-367-8711City Council◆ District 1: Mike McCafferty◆ District 2: Charles McDaniel◆ District 3: Tim Strickland◆ District 4: Keith Cox◆ District 5: Sheman MayhewCity Clerk – Beth GoodsonCity Attorney – Chris McCoolCity Court Judge – David Pate, 205-367-8711Fire Chief – Jeff Young Police Chief – Anthony Durrah, 205-367-8711Water and Sewer Department – Larry Gilliam,superintendent, 205-367-8711

Town of GordoPopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau estimat-ed a 2008 population of 1,557 in Gordo. Thelast census was in 2000; the 2010 Census isin progress. City Hall mailing address – Town of Gordo,P.O. Box 348, Gordo, AL 35466City Hall telephone – 205-364-7111, fax 205-364-8295City Hall office hours – Monday throughFriday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.Council meetings – First Monday, 7 p.m.◆ Mayor Craig Patterson, 205-364-7111City Council◆ District 1: Timothy Washington◆ District 2: Irving Mack Ellis◆ District 3: Willie Roger Jaynes◆ District 4: Randy Dillard◆ District 5: Kevin HolifieldCity Clerk – Kay Perkins, 205-364-7111Building Inspector – Toby Kelley, 205-364-7111City Attorney – Stewart Albea, 205-248-9556City Court Judge – Kathy Marine, 205-364-7111


Fire Chief – Keith Sharp, 205-364-7111Housing Authority – Bud Blakeney, director,205-364-7114Police Chief – Gerald Todd Hall, 205-364-7111Street and Sanitation Department – TobyKelley, 205-364-7111Water and Sewer Department – Chris Gray,chairman, 205-364-7111

City of ReformPopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau estimat-ed a 2008 population of 1,790 in Reform. Thelast census was in 2000; the 2010 Census isin progress. City Hall mailing address – City of Reform,104 Third Ave. S.E., P.O. Box 489, Reform, AL35481City Hall telephone – 205-375-6363 or 205-375-6364, fax 205-375-6371City Hall office hours – Monday throughFriday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.Council meetings – First and third Tuesdays, 7p.m.◆ Mayor Frank Criswell, 205-375-6363City Council◆ District 1: Percy Matthews◆ District 2: Orman Atkins◆ District 3: Bennie Harton◆ District 4: Nancy Keasler◆ District 5: Willie LittlesCity Clerk/Treasurer – Annette Reed, 205-375-6363Building Official/License Inspector – BruceSkelton, 205-375-6363City Attorney – Tim McCool, 205-367-8125City Court Judge – Kathy Marine, 205-367-8207Fire Chief – David Richardson, 205-375-6089Housing Authority – Sheryl Gillons, director,205-375-6360Police Chief – Richard Black, 205-375-6363Water Board – Frank Criswell, superintendent,205-375-6363Zoning Board – Melissa Rainer, chair, 205-375-6261

Lamar CountyPopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau estimat-ed a 2008 population of 14,295 in LamarCounty. The last census was in 2000; the2010 Census is in progress. Courthouse mailing address – Lamar CountyCourthouse, P.O. Box 338, Vernon, AL 35592Probate judge telephone number – 205-695-9119, fax 205-695-7333Courthouse office hours – Monday- Friday, 8a.m. to 5 p.m.; First Saturday, 8 a.m. to noonCommission meetings – Second and fourthMondays, 9 a.m.County Commission chairman – JohnnyRogers, P.O. Box 338, Vernon, AL 35592. (O)205-695-7333 or 205-695-9119.County officials◆ District 1 – Greg Norton (O) 205-695-7333◆ District 2 – Dewey Carruth, P.O. Box 579,Sulligent, AL 35586; (O) 205-695-7333, (H)205-698-9235

◆ District 3 – Terry Roberts◆ District 4 – Gary Beard, P.O. Box 488,Millport, AL 35576; (H) 205-662-4798County Clerk/Administrator – Rita Taylor, P.O.Box 338, Vernon, AL 35592; (O) 205-695-9958, fax 205-695-8522County Attorney – Strawbridge, Strawbridge,Strawbridge, 44695 Highway 17, Vernon, AL35592; (O) 205- 695-9111County Engineer – Jim Smith, P.O. Box 338,Vernon, AL 35592; (O) 205-695-7136Board of Education – Jeff Newman,Superintendent, P.O. Box 1379, Vernon, AL35592; (O) 205-695-7615, fax 205-695-7678Board of Equalization – Pam Duncan andDupree Pennington, 333 Beaver Creek Road,Vernon, AL 35592; Dupree Pennington, 725Columbus Ave., Vernon, AL 35592Board of Registrars – Mary Ruth Edwards,Chair; Frances Pollard and Janice Hill. Call205-695-9197Circuit Clerk – Mary Ann Jones (O) 205-695-7188 Circuit Judge – James Moore, P.O. Box 338,Vernon, AL 35592; (O) 205-932-3169Coroner – Martin H. Gottwald, 205-695-7103County Agent – Wayne Robinson, P.O. Box567, Vernon, AL 35592; (O) 205-695-7139District Attorney – Chris McCool, P.O. Box520, Carrollton, AL 35447, (O) 205-367-9915District Judge – Alex Brown, P.O. Box 338,Vernon, AL 35592; (O) 205-695-9427

Economic Development Authority, LamarCounty – Larry Huggins, Chairman, P.O. Box309, Vernon, AL 35592; (O) 205-695-7141Emergency Management – Johnny Bigham,Coordinator, P.O. Box 711, Vernon, AL 35592;(O) 205-695-7105, (H) 205-273-4416Probate Judge – Johnny Rogers, P.O. Box 338,Vernon, AL 35592; (O) 205-695-9119Sheriff – Terry Perkins, P.O. Box 1382,Vernon, AL 35592; (O) 205-695-7470Revenue Commissioner – Donna Holsonback,P.O. Box 11170, Vernon, AL 35592; (O) 205-695-9139Water and Fire Authority – Tracy Merchant,1318 County Road 9, Vernon, AL 35592; (O)205-695-7302

Town of MillportPopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau estimat-ed a 2008 population of 1,014 in Millport.The last census was in 2000; the 2010Census is in progress. City Hall mailing address – Town of Millport,P.O. Box 365, Millport, AL 35576City Hall telephone – 205-662-4228, fax 205-662-4968City Hall office hours – Monday throughFriday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Council meetings – Second and fourthMondays, 7 p.m.◆ Mayor – Waymon Fields, P.O. Box 365,Millport, AL 35576; 205-662-4228

Willie J Carter Jr, Agent1809 7th Avenue N

Columbus, MS 39701Bus: 662-327-4022

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Bobby Patrick Ins Agcy IncBobby Patrick, Agent1301 Military RoadBus: 662-327-3685

www.bobbypatrick.com

John D Acker CPCU CLU ChFC, Agent1124 Main St

Columbus, MS 39701Bus: 662-329-9444

www.johnacker.com

Denise Good, Agent118 Alabama Street

Columbus, MS 39702Bus: 662-328-5701

www.denisegood.net

Rob Naugher CLU, Agent202 Hospital Dr

Columbus, MS 39705Bus: 662-327-1671

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City officials◆ District 1 – Barbara Gardner◆ District 2 – Icie Wriley (Mayor Pro Tem)◆ District 3 – Amye House◆ District 4 – Tim Fields◆ District 5 – Lane GilliamTown Clerk – Lynnette Ogden, MMC, 205-662-4228Town Attorney – Justin WilliamsFire Chief – Tim Fields, 205-662-3788Housing Authority – Debra Graham, director,205-662-3269Industrial Development Board – Jeff Newman,chair, 205-662-4917Planning & Zoning Board – Icie Wriley, chair,205-662-4228Police Chief – Heath Allred, 205-662-4228Water Superintendent – Robby McAdams, P.O.Box 365, 205-662-4625 or 205-662-4228

City of SulligentPopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau estimat-ed a 2008 population of 1,968 in Sulligent.The last census was in 2000; the 2010Census is in progress. City Hall mailing address – City of Sulligent,P.O. Box 365, Sulligent, AL 35586City Hall telephone – 205-698-9111City Hall office hours – Monday throughFriday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.Council meetings – First and third Mondays, 6p.m.◆ Mayor – Scott Boman, 205-698-9111City officials

◆ Place 1 – Cynthia Summerville◆ Place 2 – Bobby Metcalf◆ Place 3 – Thomas Blaylock◆ Place 4 – Danny Dillard◆ Place 5 – Mac Morris Jr.City Clerk – Gary Mosley, 205-698-9111City Attorney – Tim Wadsworth, 205-698-9118District Court Prosecutor – Cynthia Bockman,205-695-0087District Court Judge – Alex Brown, 205-695-9427Fire Chief – Robbie IvesHousing Authority – Johnny Hulsey, 205-698-9482Industrial Development Board – CamilleWilson, Chair, P.O. Box 244, Millport, AL35576Library Board – Barbara Reeves, Chair, P.O.Box 215, Sulligent, AL 35586Park & Recreation Board – Gary Mosley,Chair, P.O. Box 365, Sulligent, AL 35586Police Chief – Willis Stanford, P.O. Box 365,Sulligent, AL 35586; (O) 205-698-9111Rescue Squad – Casey Baughn, president,P.O. Box 365, Sulligent, AL 35586Street Manager – Larry Cox, P.O. Box 365,Sulligent, AL 35586; (O) 205-698-9111Water Superintendent – James Guyton, P.O.Box 365, Sulligent, AL 35586; (O) 205-698-9111

City of VernonPopulation – The U.S. Census Bureau estimat-

ed a 2008 population of 1,893 in Vernon. Thelast census was in 2000; the 2010 Census isin progress. City Hall mailing address – City of Vernon,P.O. Box 357, Vernon, AL 35592City Hall telephone – 205-695-7718City Hall office hours – Monday throughFriday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Council meetings – First and third Mondays,6:30 p.m.◆ Mayor – Dupree Pennington, 205-695-7718

City Officials◆ Place 1 – James Morton◆ Place 2 – Don Thornton◆ Place 3 – Dana Hester◆ Place 4 – Mike Gideon◆ Place 5 – Jerry M. SmithCity Clerk – Rebecca Cantrell, 205-695-7718Building Inspector – Avery RobertsonCity Attorney – Strawbridge, Strawbridge,Strawbridge, 44695 Highway 17, Vernon, AL35592, (O)205-695-9111City Administrative Assistant – Don Dollar,205-695-7718Fire Chief – Larry Dubose, 205-695-9504Housing Authority – Sheila Rushing, executivedirector, 205-695-7122Industrial Development Board – Larry Huggins,chairman, 205-695-7141Police Chief – Ted Collins, 205-695-7022Water Department – Roger Holloway, 205-695-9274


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4-County Electric Power Association .............................42

Agri Turf/John Deere ....................................................14

Annunciation Catholic School .......................................24

Atmos Energy.................................................................49

Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle ..Back Cover

Bella Interiors .................................................................13

Bennett Opthalmology Group .......................................43

Bits-n-Pieces ...................................................................48

Bryan Brown & Associates, PLLC .................................20

Capital Park Antiques ....................................................60

Carl Hogan Toyota .............................. Inside Back Cover

Cash & Carry Building Supplies ....................................33

Cdispatch.com ...............................................................62

Central Academy .......................................................... 56

Century 21 Doris Hardy & Associates ...........................21

Columbus Convention & Visitors Bureau ......................16

Columbus Eye Clinic & Laser Surgery Center ..............55

Columbus Light & Water ...............................................24

Columbus Lung Physicians ............................................52

Columbus Ob-Gyn ........................................................19

Columbus Police Department ........................................25

Columbus Speedway ........................................................7

Dennis Holliman, L.H. Nickels & Associates .................34

Dunn & Hemphill, P.A. ....................................................3

Elkin Theatre ...................................................................7

Eye & Laser Center of Starkville ...................................41

Falcon Lair Apartments .................................................51

Family Pharmacy ...........................................................30

Futures Unlimited ..........................................................30

Galloway-Chandler-McKinney Insurance ....................51

Garner’s Cleaning Service .............................................46

Gilmore Memorial Women’s Center .............................34

Golden Triangle Regional Airport .................................12

Granite Guys ..................................................................13

Gulf States .....................................................................36

Heritage Academy .........................................................27

Immanuel Center for Christian Education ....................32

James L. Holzhauer, M.D. .............................................58

Liberty Heart Center .....................................................15

Lowndes Funeral Home.................................................23

Magnolia Motor Speedway .............................................7

Main Street Columbus ...................................................12

Martin Truck & Tractor .................................................57

Mawmaw’s Treasures .....................................................48

Memorial/Gunter & Peel Funeral Homes .....................29

MetroCast ......................................................................40

Mississippi State University ............................................11

Mississippi University for Women ....... Inside Front Cover

Mother Goose ..................................................................6

New Home Building Stores ...........................................19

New Hope Gifts .............................................................28

OCH Regional Medical Center .....................................44

Pediatric Dentistry, D.K. Curtis DMD, PA ....................38

Rehab at Work ...............................................................26

Rent-A-Space .................................................................28

Rodney A. Ray, Attorney At Law ..................................31

Saum Chiropractic Clinic ..............................................55

Severstal ...........................................................................1

State Farm......................................................................61

Triangle Federal Credit Union .......................................50

Trinity Place ...................................................................57

Waverley Plantation Mansion ..........................................6


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Toyota Invests Multi-Millions in North Mississippi!

Fellow Mississippians,

The news just got better for North Mississippi. As the national economy improves at a slow steady pace, Toyota just accelerated job growth for our

area. Construction of the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Mississippi (TMMMS) plant just outside Tupelo means 4000 new jobs in North Mississippi

within the next year. Hiring for 2000 jobs at the new Toyota plant will begin in August or September. The fi rst of 150,000 new Corollas per year will

roll off the assembly line in the fall of 2011.

As a local car dealer with a Toyota franchise, Carl Hogan Toyota in Columbus, I know fi rsthand of Toyota’s strong commitment to its customers

and employees. The new plant in Blue Springs is the latest example of Toyota investing in the places it sells new Toyotas. TMMMS is a $1.3 billion

Mississippi project that will substantially improve North Mississippi’s economy and the lives of thousands who live here. It promises good paying jobs

with good insurance in good working conditions.

I have always had faith in Toyota. They have consistently kept their promises to me during the fourteen years I have owned and operated Carl Hogan

Toyota. I built the new Carl Hogan Toyota facility in 2008 to meet what we saw as as increased demand for Toyota cars, trucks and SUV’s. The

economic downturn slowed that demand temporarily, but this year Carl Hogan Toyota’s sales are up 70% over last year. With a brand-new Toyota

production plant just up the road, we expect even bigger sales increases in the near future. We need your help to make that happen.

Toyota is making a multi-million dollar investment right in our backyard. The more local support they receive, the larger that investment will

become. If you haven’t driven a new Toyota lately, I invite you to test drive one at the new Carl Hogan Toyota on Highway 45 North in Columbus. I’m

certain you will be proud of the quality product that will soon be built just a few miles away.

Sincerely,

President, Carl Hogan Toyota

Carl Hogan Toyota3907 Hwy. 45 N. • P.O. Box 7460 • Columbus, MS 39705

Phone: 662.241.6000 • Fax: 662.241.9616

www.carlhogantoyota.com

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