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Attala County
Established in 1833, Attala County was named for the heroine of Chateaubriand's romantic novel about two Indian lovers from different tribes. The name was chosen by the county's first state senator, Gordon D. Boyd. Kosciusko, the county seat is named after Tadeusz Kosciuszko, a Polish general who served as a military engineer in the American Revolutionary War, is the birthplace of Oprah Winfrey.
Nestled along the historic Natchez Trace Parkway, Attala County is strategically located in Central Mississippi. Rated as one of America’s 100 best small communities and with excellence in location, education, business and industry, health care, and a wonderful quality of life for the entire family, Kosciusko-Attala is a great place to work, live, and do business. , “Come for History, Stay for the Charm!”
Copiah County
Copiah County is located between Hinds and Lincoln counties. It was established in 1823 as the states 18th county the name is an Indian name meaning “Calling Panther”. Hazlehurst is the county seat with a population of around 5500 and growing. Hazlehurst boasts of an “old town” setting with many stores and restaurants, several doctor and dentist offices, a hospital, a lake and a small industrial park. Crystal Springs has a population of around 5000 and is closest to Jackson. Crystal Springs is home of the “Tomato Festival” held each year. Chautauqua Park located in North Crystal Springs has a lake, a walking trail and is decorated with over 500,000 lights each Christmas for a delightful show. Calling Panther Lake has just been completed in Crystal Springs with camping , boating and fishing for all to enjoy.
Gallman, located between Hazlehurst and Crystal Springs, is home of the Copiah County Industrial Park along with a multi-plex building and rodeo arena. Rolling Hills Country Club is located in Gallman along with Copiah Academy a private school. Wesson is in South Copiah County with a population of around 2000. Copiah-Lincoln Community College is located here which offers a beautiful golf course and conference facilities. Wesson has a large flea market each June and November with over 100 vendors. Georgetown is located on the Eastern side of the county with a population of around 500, they have several lumber mills and are on the bank of the Pearl River.
Copiah County is a place where the air is clean, the people are genuine, and the profit potential is staggering.
Hinds County
When considering a place to live, work and play, Hinds has it! If you are looking for urban, suburban or rural, Hinds has it! If your business requires total market access, a diverse workforce, and room to grow, Hinds has it!
Hinds County is centered logistically for any type business. With 8 municipalities, the second largest land mass in the state, top notch transportation and 250,000 in population, it will exceed your needs and expectations. Home to Jackson, Mississippi’s Capitol city, 8 institutions of higher education, major medical facilities, unique shopping and dining venues, Hinds County, indeed has it!
So what is “it”…the total package! Get to know us. Visit our website at www.hcedd.com; call the Hinds County Economic Development District at 601-353-6056; better yet, come visit us.
Leake County
Located in the center of the South and the center of Mississippi near the southern automotive corridor, Leake County enjoys all the benefits of a metropolitan area without the hassle and costs of living in the big city. Leake County combines a comfortable “country-style” of living with all the cultural activities and conveniences of the metropolitan area of Jackson right next door. Leake County is the 10th fastest growing county in Mississippi in population. Our community offers many economic advantages for businesses and a great quality of life for employees.
Leake County and the cities of Carthage, Lena, and Walnut Grove have everything you need — affordable housing, quality health care, outstanding educational services, reliable and affordable utilities, arts and entertainment, a variety of recreational opportunities and a sense of community. Leake County boasts several strategically located industrial parks, available acreage, and numerous buildings for a business to call home. Tyson Foods is Leake County’s largest employer and the state’s 3rd largest employer.
Leake County is in the geographic and demographic center of Mississippi. In addition to sitting just next door to the capitol city of Jackson, Leake County is within just a few hours of Memphis, New Orleans, Mobile, Birmingham, Nashville, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, and St. Louis. Mississippi Highway 35, Mississippi Highway 16, and four-lane Mississippi Highway 25 crisscross the county. Leake County is not just the right location on the map; we feel it is the right location for families and businesses to grow.
Madison County
As part of metropolitan Jackson, Madison County enjoys all the benefits of living in a metropolitan area without the problems that come with big city life. In fact, Madison County offers all the benefits right within its borders and still doing it Our Way!
Being one of the fastest growing counties in Mississippi, Madison County will continue to offer all the best in community life, education, employment, housing, and quality of life. The time is right and all the resources are in place to continue to move Madison County to becoming the best place to live in Mississippi and one of the best places to be in the South. Look closer and see that it’s different here; a presence of mind, a palpable attitude of forward thinking.
Come see why there's something about the way we choose to live in Madison County!
Rankin County
A thriving location that is at the center of “the crossroads of the South.” As part of metropolitan Jackson, Rankin County enjoys all the benefits of living in a metropolitan area without all the headache that comes with big city life. Being one of the fastest growing counties in Mississippi, Rankin County will continue to offer all the best in community life, education, employment, housing, and quality of life.
Established in 1829 and named for former Congressman Christopher Rankin is Rankin County. Rankin County encompasses 795 square miles and is located just east of Jackson, Mississippi's capitol city. Rankin County is composed of seven unique and thriving incorporated cities: Brandon, Flowood, Pearl, Richland, Florence, Pelahatchie, and Puckett. Experiencing a phenomenal growth rate in recent years, Rankin County is definitely the "place to be". Population alone has increased 150% in the previous thirty years. In fact, Brandon, Flowood, Richland, and Florence were recently listed in "Mississippi's Top Ten Growth Cities." Residential starts, educational attainment, personal income, business start-ups and industrial locations …all post impressive and significant gains. But the best part of Rankin County is not all its impressive gains; it’s the strong sense of family values and pride that are priceless.
Simpson County
Strategically located on US Highway 49, Mississippi’s Main Street, Simpson County lies between the Cities of Jackson and Hattiesburg. Named for Judge Josiah Simpson, the county officially came into existence in 1824. Here, one can feel at home where everyone still knows everyone else’s name. From the availability of amenities offered by the fast growing City of Magee to the quaint Mayberry-like Town of D’Lo, Simpson County offers all one could desire.
In addition to such industries as Howard Industries, Performance Food Group and Polk’s Meat Products, Simpson County’s largest employer is the healthcare industry. Recently, Simpson County celebrated the opening of its own branch campus of Copiah Lincoln Community College and also looks forward to having four-year degrees offered at this site by William Carey College of Hattiesburg.
Warren County
No where else in America is there a more delightful blend of the old and new. In Warren County, you’ll find the past well preserved in Civil War battle scenes and charming antebellum mansions, in quaint tucked away stores and cozy antique shops. The Mississippi River has long played a part in the historical, economical and residential development of Warren County. Warren County is growing. It is a great place to live and a great place to raise a family. It is a great place to meet new friends and an even greater place to call “home.”
