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Monroe
CO U N T Y M AGA Z I N E
• Why Companies Choose
Monroe County, MS
• Happenings at the Chamber
• Community Profiles
• Business & Industry Profiles
MONROE COUNTY
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
BOARD & STAFF
2009
Executive Committee
Hozay Hausley, President
Ray Clark, Vice President
Greg Miller, Treasurer
Al Stephens
Chris Brown
Doug Knittig
Kathy Nerren
Bryan McCutchen
Board of Directors
Brad Stevens
Marsha Ballard
Chris Brown
Jack Campbell
Ray Clark
Hozay Hausley
Tommy Griffith
Nona Herndon
David Hodges
Carter Naugher
Doug Knittig
Larry Knox
Bryan McCutchen
Greg Miller
Kathy Nerren
Dwayne Blaylock
Ken Smith
Mark Mitchell
Al Stephens
Fred Heckart
Fernando Davis
Kevin Trautman
Randall Wigginton
John Allmond
Steve Jackson
At Large
Barry Thompson
Roger Thompson
Thomas Griffith
Earl Connell
Steve Gaskin
Ex-Officio
Mayor R.V. Adams, Town of Nettleton
Mayor Jim Ballard, City of Aberdeen
Mayor Howard Boozer, City of Amory
Mayor Greg Kennedy,
Town of Smithville
Mayor Dewayne Ling, Town of Hatley
Mayor Danny Scott, Town of Gattman
Dr. George Gilreath,
Superintendent, Aberdeen Schools
Jim Sappington,
Superintendent, Amory Schools
Randle Gray, President,
Board of Supervisors
Scott Cantrell,
Supt., Monroe County Schools
State Senator Hob Bryan
State Representative Jimmy Puckett
State Representative Donnie Bell
State Representative David Gibbs
Staff
Kathy Lusby
Director of Chamber Affairs
Aberdeen Office - 662-369-6488
Ronda Riley
Director of Chamber Affairs
Amory Office - 662-256-7194
Tony Green - Executive Director
124 West Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
1619 Hwy 25 North
Amory, MS 38821
www.gomonroe.org
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Allmond Printing Company
Aberdeen, MS
In this issue...
Where is Monroe County,
Mississippi? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Monroe County, MS
Industrial Sites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Why Companies Are Choosing
Monroe County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Community ProfileMonroe County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Welcome From...
Monroe County Supervisors. . . . . 8
City of Aberdeen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
City of Amory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
City of Nettleton . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
The Monroe County,
Mississippi Advantage. . . . . . . . 12
History of Monroe County,
Mississippi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Monroe County Chamber of
Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Happenings at the Chamber. . . . . . . 18
Aberdeen Main St.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Aberdeen Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . 22
Industry Profile-Georgia Gulf . . . . . 23
Community Profile-Aberdeen . . . . . 24
Community Profile-Amory . . . . . . . 26
First Firends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Aberdeen School District . . . . . . . . 30
Amory School District. . . . . . . . . . . 31
Monroe County: Our Assets . . . . . . 33
Amory Main Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Amory Regional Museum . . . . . . . . 38
Industry ProfileStevens Auction . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Recommendations
To
Our Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Industry ProfileGilmore Memorial . . . . . . . . . . . 44
The Amory Railroad Festival . . . . . 46
Business ProfileCottage Tea Room . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Homes With A History. . . . . . . . . . . 49
Industry Profile-True Temper . . . . . 51
Industry ProfileKinder Morgan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Chamber Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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Where is Monroe County, Mississippi?
DRIVING DISTANCES
Aberdeen Port Industrial Park
by 4-lane highway
to
134 miles
Memphis Intl Airport
to
120 miles
Birmingham, AL
to
41 miles
Tupelo, MS Airport
to
28 miles
Columbus, MS
to
Toyota Wellspring Plant 52 miles
Amory Port Industrial Park
by 4-lane highway
Nettleton
Amory
Aberdeen
to
124 miles
to
116 miles
Birmingham, AL
to
32 miles
Tupelo, MS Airport
to
37 miles
Columbus, MS
to
Nettleton, MS Industrial Park
by 4-lane highway
to
113 miles
to
128 miles
Birmingham, AL
to
Tupelo, MS Airport
20 miles
to
Columbus, MS
49 miles
to
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MONROE COUNTY,
MISSISSIPPI
"On the go and on the grow !"
www.gomonroe.org
For complete details on all of
our available sites and
buildings go to our website:
www.gomonroe.org, click on
Industrial Sites/Available
Buildings
Aberdeen, MS Port
Sites from 10 - 1400 acres
Buildings: 17,000-460,000 sf
Amory, MS Port
Advantage Building
Nettleton, MS
2008 ANNOUNCEMENTS
SDC Amory to invest $175 million in a
steel rebar plant that will employ 200
Contact: Tony Green, Exec. Director
Monroe County Chamber of Commerce
662-369-6488 or 662-256-7194
124 W. Commerce St., Aberdeen, MS 39730
1619 Hwy 25 N., Amory, MS 38821
email: tony@gomonroe.org
RTI to invest $200 million in a titanium
metal plant that will employ 200
Birdsong Peanuts invests $8.5 million in
peanut warehouse facility
Monroe Gas Storage invests $175 million
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WHY COMPANIES ARE CHOOSING
MONROE COUNTY
Monroe County is making great strides in the area
of economic development. The facts and figures are
astounding. Over the next 24-36 months, the total
capital to be invested on 12 of the projects will
exceed $1.2 billion! The number of jobs created will
be 500 to 600. The companies include RTI, Int'l,
Monroe Gas Storage Co., Kinder Morgan, Birdsong
Peanuts, Heritage Inn & Suites, Gilmore Hospital,
Walgreens, El Paso Pipeline Group, Whitetail
Tarpon Gas Storage, and Steel Development
Company at the Amory Port. 10 of the 12 projects
are totally new facilities or physical plants to be
built. There are also 5 other
projects in the planning stages.
These projects will be located
all over the county.
These
projects involve Aberdeen,
Amory, Hamilton, Prairie, and
several places in between.
Investors and managers of these
companies are from places such
as Denver, Houston, New York,
Missouri, Georgia, Virginia,
Ohio, Utah, and Europe.
Economic development for
any one geographic location or
region is the most competitive arena that exists in the
world today. To be successful in landing a new
manufacturing industry in the 21st century, it's
mostly about location, location, and resources. The
most important requirements for industry is that its
physical location needs to be close to raw materials,
suppliers, vendors, highly accessible modes of
transportation and an available, trained or trainable
labor force. Having good access to four lane
highways, railroads, and water is very valuable.
Monroe County is very fortunate in that we have all
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three transportation modes to offer. A company can
receive and ship to anywhere in the world via the
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad, the
Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway, and the Highway
45 corridor.
However, many communities all across the U.S.
have all three transportation modes to offer an
industrial client just as we do. And, usually,
incentive packages offered by state or local
governments are very similar from one state to the
next. So, what can make the difference when an
industry chooses Monroe County over a location in
another county or state. It is a
basic ingredient that not all
communities can claim. It is so
basic, but so often overlooked.
It makes or breaks a marriage,
it leads to the downfall of
civilizations, and it defines the
ultimate failure or success of
any business.
Over the past year, our
leaders, our board of
supervisors, our mayors, our
aldermen, our local
contractors, and vendors have
worked with our new friends and our new business
partners on almost a daily basis. Communication
has occurred very frequently. Our new business
partners have told us on more than one occasion that
the one thing that has made us stand out of the crowd
is our People. The most important ingredient in
society for anything that is successful to exist, to
endure, and to thrive is the quality and qualities of
the people.
Our new friends and business partners have
described our people as follows: (1) a hard working,
highly ethical, and productive workforce, (2) the
cooperation of state and local officials is
extraordinary, and (3) the quality and the hospitality
of the people is unmatched. They also like the quality
of life that they see, as reflected in no major traffic
congestion, no big city problems, and a good
education system.
It appears that folks that have lived other places
really like what we have to offer. If they didn't they
would not be here. The good leadership and great
cooperation between our state, county, and city
leaders has been very instrumental in our economic
development success. Over $1.2 billion to be
invested in Monroe County that will pay taxes, pay
salaries, pay utilities, purchase goods and services,
and provide 500-600 jobs is a great start.
Tony Green
Executive Director
Community Profile
MONROE COUNTY
Are you looking for that quality of life that you
had as a child, in that small town or out in the
country? Are you looking for that perfect mix of
new and old, outstanding recreational opportunities,
close proximity to the arts, excellent healthcare
providers, a progressive education system, low cost
of living, or maybe a place to spend your retirement
years? Then, it's time to take a close look at Monroe
County, Mississippi!
Located halfway between Memphis, TN and
Birmingham, AL just off of the
Interstate 78 corridor and
almost halfway between
Tupelo, MS and Columbus,
MS, along highway 45 is the
best kept secret of the
Southeastern U. S. Monroe
County is served by two river
ports on the Tennessee
To m b i g b e e Wa t e r w a y
(Aberdeen and Amory), U. S.
highway 45 (four-lane), and
Mississippi highways 8 and
25. There are two regional
airports, Tupelo and Golden
Triangle. Each of which is only
a 40-minute drive.
With its Ozark-like hills
northeast of Smithville along
the Alabama state line to the
gently rolling, flat, and open prairie between
Aberdeen and West Point, MS to the vast hardwood
bottomland along the Tombigbee River and the
Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway, Monroe County
encompasses the most diverse landscape of any
county in the state of Mississippi. The beautiful
weather and true Southern hospitality make Monroe
County one of the greatest places to live, work, and
play in this part of the country.
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WELCOME FROM THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Monroe County Board of Supervisors
would like to welcome you to Monroe County,
Mississippi - home to some of the finest people
in the world!
The Monroe County Board of Supervisors
views itself and County Government as being a
service organization fully committed to
improving the overall quality of life for the
citizens of Monroe County.
All services, programs and functions of our
government must seek to enable and empower
the citizens of Monroe County to live
independent, healthy, prosperous and
enjoyable lives.
The Board realizes that growth and
development in Monroe County is an integral
and necessary component of Northeast
Mississippi's overall growth and development.
Please take the time to visit our website at
www.monroecountyms.org. Use it to stay
Font Row L-R: Sykes Lagrone, 5th District Supervisor;
informed about all of the exciting things
John Creekmoore, Board Attorney; Fulton Ware, 4th District Supervisor;
Back Row L-R: Bruce West, 3rd District Supervisor;
happening in the county and learn how county
Randle Gray, 1st District Supervisor; Billy Kirkpatrick, 2nd District Supervisor;
government can serve you.
Ronnie Boozer, Chancery Clerk; Sonny Clay, County Administrator;
We hope that you will come visit us
Andy Hood, Sheriff
sometime. We think that we have a place that is
very special due to the quality of our people and
with the Monroe County workforce when compared
the quality of life that we offer. If you are in
to other locations around the country.
business, we know that we have what you are
Come and see for yourself! We believe that you
looking for: great employees! Our industry CEOs
will want to come back again and again, and, quite
tell us time and again that there is no comparison
possibly move here.
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WELCOME FROM THE CITY OF ABERDEEN
located and as convenient for
transporting raw materials and products
as Aberdeen. Combine this fact with the
highly skilled labor force and the low
cost of doing business, it is easy to
understand why our city and the
surrounding Northeast MS region are
being touted as the next high growth
market in the U. S.
We encourage you to come visit us
sometime. We think that our hometown
is very special, and would like to make
you a part of our family. If you are in
business, we know that we have what
you are looking for: great employees
and a low cost of living. In summation,
Aberdeen is a wonderful city which to
live, worship, work, and play!
Come and see for yourself! We
From left, John Allen, Ward 5; Cloyd Garth, Ward 2; Randy Nichols, Ward 4;
believe that you will want to come back
Mayor Jim Ballard; David Ewing, Ward 3; Alonzo Sykes, Ward 1
again and again.
Mayor Jim Ballard and the Aldermen of the City
Please take the time to visit our Visitor's Bureau
ofAberdeen welcome you!
website at
Aberdeen is a city rich in history, magnificent
www.aberde
architecture, choice recreation, and modern
enms.org and
amenities. Aberdeen is a great place in which to live
the City of
and raise a family, to establish and grow a business,
Aberdeen's
or just simply enjoy its leisurely life style.
website at
Aberdeen is located on four-lane U.S. Highway
www.aberde
45, approximately halfway between Tupelo and
enms.us to
Columbus, in Northeast Mississippi. The Industrial
learn more
port is located on the Tennessee Tombigbee
about our
Waterway which links with the Gulf of Mexico on
great city and
the south and the Tennessee and Ohio Rivers on the
our long list
north. Few cities in the Southeast are as centrally
of assets.
Welcome Home!
Aberdeen Visitors Bureau
P. O. Box 288 • Aberdeen, MS 39730
ABERDEEN (662) 369-9440 • Fax (662) 369-3103
m i s s i s s i p p i
800-634-3538 • www.aberdeenms.org
historic
Historically Significant
Architecturally Magnificent
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WELCOME FROM THE CITY OF AMORY
Mayor Howard Boozer works at
giving something back to the community
that he has always called home. His
Amory roots run deep, with ancestors in
this area dating back to 1852. Born on the
second floor of what is now the Amory
Regional Museum, Boozer said he went
into politics to see if he could help lead
Standing, from left: Police Chief Ronnie Bowen; Ward 4 Alderman Peggy Wilkerson;
Mayor Howard Boozer; Ward 1 Alderman Dan Rogers; City Clerk Suzanne C. Mobley;
Seated from left: Ward 2 Alderman John Darden; Ward 3 Alderman Tony Poss;
Alderman-at-Large Glen Bingham.
this community forward and maybe
along the way, improve the qualify of life
and maybe, somehow, make a difference.
For 35 years he worked in the manufacturing
sector. He recalls starting his career as an hourly
worker while he was going to school and during
summers. Following his graduation from
Mississippi State University, he moved up to a
management position with Walker Manufacturing
Company in Aberdeen, where he spent 27 years,
moving up from hourly
employee to plant manager.
When Walker closed, he went
to United Technologies
Corporation for five years and
then spent two years in the
private sector in purchasing at
ITT Valves inAmory.
Mayor Boozer has served
the City of Amory since July,
2005. Under his leadership
Amory is positioned well for
future economic growth.
Mayor Boozer was very
instrumental in recruiting Steel
Development Company, a
$200 million steel rebar plant
that will employ 200.
Construction is scheduled to begin in July, 2009.
This project has been named as 1 of the 15 finalists
nationwide for the 2009 Corporate Investment &
Community Impact (CiCi) Award, presented by
Trade & Industry Development magazine.
Mayor Boozer has an open door policy and seeks
input from the public in making his decisions.
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WELCOME FROM THE CITY OF NETTLETON
Mayor R. V. Adams and the Aldermen of the City
of Nettleton welcome you. Nettleton is a friendly
place in which to live and raise a family, to establish
and grow a business or simply enjoy the "good life."
Nettleton is located on four-lane U.S. Highway 45,
which is your link to any destination in the United
States.
The City of Nettleton was incorporated soon after
the Kansas, Memphis and Birmingham Railroad,
now the Burlington Northern Santa Fe, began
traveling through Lee and Monroe Counties. Several
men decided to take advantage of the new railway
and established the City of Nettleton in 1888.
Early industry in Nettleton was the lumber
business. Nettleton Hardwood Company opened in
1890 and shipped wood to every
state in the nation and large
quantities to international
markets. After the best timber was
exhausted, Nettleton continued as
a farming community and slowly
but steadily transformed into a
small city through the
development of the railroad and
the construction of Mississippi
Highway 6.
Now more than 100 years after
being founded, the adaptability
and heritage of Nettleton
continues. Local residents and
businesses alike work together
and take pride in their town. We
have excellent police, fire and
public works departments as well
as our own municipal justice
system. Our modern city hall
building is less than four years old and is an excellent
facility for Nettleton residents to use in conducting
their city-related business.
You are encouraged to explore our website at
www.nettletonms.us and take advantage of all of its
features. We certainly encourage you to consider
Nettleton as the location of your new business or
home.
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THE MONROE COUNTY,
MISSISSIPPI ADVANTAGE
The facts and figures have been staggering. As of
late 2008, we are in a major recession. It is very real
to you if you have been laid off or can not find a job.
It may be very real to you if you own or manage a
business. If you are 50 or younger, this is the worst
economic downturn in your lifetime. Before this
recession is over, there will be more bad news and
more layoffs, no doubt.
Nationwide, job retention has been the primary
focus of all economic developers and public officials
for the past year. It is a fact that 90% plus of future
economic growth and job growth comes from
existing businesses and industry. Keeping those
companies who have been loyal corporate citizens
for many years should be a primary goal of any
community. Doing all that is feasible, ethical, and
reasonable to keep our existing industry base just
makes good sense.
Sometimes nothing can be done to keep
companies from leaving, closing their doors, or
laying folks off.
It's their business and
responsibility to make the best business decisions
and to manage and maintain a profit margin.
What we can do as public officials, economic
developers, and ED partners is to be proactive and
respond when we become aware that a company is
reevaluating a local plant or all of their operations
and locations to see where cuts or closures may be
necessary.
The greatest successes in economic
development are not always those that involve a
brand new multimillion dollar plant with 200 plus
new jobs. In the fall of 2008, Cooper Tire
Company made a decision to close one of its four
U. S. plants. All of northeast MS had much to lose
had the Tupelo plant been chosen as the one to
close - 1200 jobs. Employees were from not only
Lee County, but also 10 surrounding counties.
134 of those jobs were held by Monroe countians.
The company chose to close its Albany, GA plant
instead. In December, 2008, Monroe County and
the City of Aberdeen had the opportunity to add 55
new jobs or lose 59 existing jobs at Holley
Performance Products. The company chose to
shut down its Tijuana, Mexico plant and move
those 55 jobs toAberdeen.
The way that Tupelo, MS and the economic
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development partners responded to Cooper Tire to
save 1200 jobs and the way that Monroe County, the
City of Aberdeen, and the economic development
partners were able to respond to Holley's needs was
just as important as our response to the new Steel
Development Company steel rebar plant project in
Amory. A great deal of midnight oil was burned by
numerous economic development partners and
public officials to keep these jobs in these
communities.
When your friends, your neighbors, or a relative
is about to lose a job that they have had for most of
their life this thing called economic development
becomes very personal. How important were those
Cooper jobs lost in Albany, GA? How important
were those Holley jobs lost in Tijuana, Mexico.
Many, many lives were adversely affected.
In times such as these, successful economic
development might mean just holding on to what
you have. So, what is our advantage? What did it
take to get these companies to come here in the first
place? For some it was three to four decades ago. It
is the same formula for keeping them here -- great
cooperation, partnering, communication,
commitment, and fast action, by a team. The team,
those responsible for these two positive outcomes
were our mayors, our aldermen, our supervisors, our
county administrator, our Governor, and our
economic development partners at the Mississippi
Development Authority, Appalachian Regional
Commission, Three Rivers Planning and
Development District, Tennessee Valley Authority,
North Mississippi Industrial Development
Authority, Itawamba Community College, and our
state senators and representatives.
In times like these, just like during the best of
times, the advantage that we have in Mississippi, in
Northeast Mississippi, and in Monroe County, MS is
the quality of our people, our workforce, and our
leaders!
Tony Green
Executive Director
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History of
Monroe County, Mississippi
Named for President James Monroe, Monroe
County was the first in north
Mississippi and one of the
oldest of Mississippi's 82
counties. At the time of
its formation in 1821,
there were only 13
other counties, all
clustered along the
Gulf Coast and the
lower Mississippi
Valley.
Robert Gordon
was a Scottish trader in
the region whom the
Chickasaws trusted and who
was instrumental in persuading them
to cede their lands to the Federal government in
1816. A few years later, the first white settlement in
the county grew up across the Tombigbee River
from a Chickasaw village located on the hill above
a 1736 French fort.
This new community
eventually became known as Cotton Gin Port, now
extinct.
On February 9, 1821 the legislature passed, and
Gov. Leake approved, a law creating Monroe
County. Originally described as all that territory
east of the
Tombigbee River
to the Alabama
line and south to
G a i n e s Tr a c e ,
Monroe County
was separated
f r o m
t h e
remainder of the
s t a t e
b y
Chickasaw and Choctaw territories from Cotton
Gin Port to Walnut Hills (later renamed Vicksburg).
In the early 1830's the legislature added all of
the Chickasaw territories making Monroe County
the largest in the state. It ran from its former
southern boundary west to Mayhew Mission and
diagonally northwest by Elliott Mission to the
Mississippi River and the southwest boundary of
Tennessee. This included part or all of what was
later divided into 25 counties, giving it the
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nickname "Mother Monroe".
As part of their treaty, the Chickasaws and the
heirs of Levi Colbert, also known as Chickasaw
Indian Chief Itawamba had asked that the Federal
Government give Gordon a piece of land for a
settlement. He selected as the site the land south of
Matubba Creek, east to the Tombigbee River and
west to what is now Meridian Street, and the town
was established in 1834, named Dundee. Gordon
asked that it be pronounced "Dun-Day", as the Scotts
do, but when the settlers insisted on calling it
"Dun'dy", he changed the name to Aberdeen for his
native Aberdeen, Scotland.
The city was
incorporated in 1837.
Hamilton, 12 miles east of Aberdeen, was made
the first county seat, but political struggles and
consideration of geocentricity resulted in the seat
being moved 5 times among the towns of Athens,
Cotton Gin Port, and Aberdeen, before coming at last
to reside in Aberdeen in 1847. Cotton, hardwood and
the manufacture of fine jewelry resulted in a bustling
steamboat trade that by 1860 made Aberdeen the
largest city in the state.
During the Civil War, while cities all around were
raised, legend has it that Aberdeen was spared
because both the Confederate soldier in charge of the
city and the commander of the approaching Union
troops were members of the Order of Freemasons.
As a result
Monroe County
has, with very
recent additions
to the Historic
Register, more
t h a n 2 7 0
h i s t o r i c
structures--a
priceless
treasure. The oldest intact church building is St.
John's Episcopal Church on East Commerce Street,
begun in 1850 and completed in 1853.
Aberdeen was once a busy cotton port that
shipped its products by boat to Mobile. The wealth
that came from cotton built great homes and lavish
mansions, many of which still dot the city's treelined streets. Another "building boom" at the turn of
the century created magnificent early Victorian
dwellings along what is now known as "Silk
StockingAvenue."
The town of Amory located on the east bank of
the Tombigbee River was established by the
K.C.M.&B. Railroad (Kansas City, Memphis &
Birmingham). It is situated at the halfway point
between Memphis and Birmingham and named for
railroad magnate, HarcourtAmory. Amory became
an important rail stop. The town of
Amory was plotted and the first lots
were sold at auction in November
1887, when the railroad came through
the area; incorporation followed in
1888.
People rushed in to buy
property and the new railroad town
was on its way. Amory was known as
the "Planned City.” Its wide streets
and carefully arranged business and
residential areas helped pave the way
for Amory's future. The history of the
city is carefully preserved at the
Amory Regional Museum, and
residents honor their railroad past each
year at theAmory Railroad Festival.
Monroe County is still one of the
largest counties, ranking 8th in the state by land area,
772 square miles. The population is estimated to be
over 38,000.
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MONROE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
16 Monroe
Ole Fashion Chicken & Dumplings - Thursday Noon Buffet
Special Thursday Night
Buffet featuring
Fried & Baked Chicken
or
Sliced Roast Beef
Country Cooking
Lunch Buffet Daily 11-2
Special Friday Night
Buffet featuring
Fried & Baked Catfish
Spaghetti
Choice of 5 Vegs.
Shelaine is one of the area’s favorite places for Breakfast, Lunch
and Dinner featuring • Steaks • Fish • Seafood • Chicken
• Great Sandwiches • Homemade Desserts
Special Saturday Night Only - 8 oz RibEye
with choice of potato, Salad & Drink $9.95 + tax
Shelaine
Restaurant
Restaurant
Open Daily For Your
Convenience
6 am - 8 pm Mon. - Sat.
6 am - 7 pm Sunday
Randy Nichols
Owner & Manager
Hwy. 145 North • Aberdeen, Mississippi • 662-369-3352
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Holley Performance
Products - On January 21, 2009,
federal, state, and local public
officials with members of the
management team of Holley
Performance Products announced that
the company was adding 55 jobs in its
Aberdeen plant. The company is
closing its Tijuana, Mexico location
and consolidating that product line
into itsAberdeen plant.
The company manufactures
Hooker and Flow Tech Headers and
other automotive, marine, and power
sports specialty products. Governor
Haley Barbour stated that the
company's commitment would
benefit not only Monroe County but
the entire state.
Mayor Jim Ballard presents Guy Cassidy, CEO of Holley
Performance Products with a Key to the City of Aberdeen.
Monroe Gas Storage Company
- On July 10, 2008, Monroe County Board of
Supervisors and City of Amory officials assisted Monroe Gas Storage Company officials with the
groundbreaking on a $175 million project to store inventories of natural gas in depleted underground
natural gas reservoirs. The project involves the construction of pipelines connecting to the Texas
Eastern and Tennessee gas pipelines that cross or lie adjacent to Monroe County.
Prior to the groundbreaking, a community barbeque luncheon was provided by the company at the
Amory City Park. The event was catered by BoRiley's with over 75 in attendance.
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l to r: Chris Berryman, Northeast MS Project Manager, TVA, Randall Gray, President, Monroe County Board of
Supervisors, Mayor Howard Boozer, City of Amory, Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour, John Correnti, CEO,
SDC Amory, Lou Colatriano, President, SDC Amory, and Whit Hughes, Asst Director, Miss. Development Authority
SDC Amory -
On October 23, 2008, federal, state, and local public officials with members of
the management team of SDC Amory broke ground on a $175 million steel rebar facility at the Amory
Port Industrial Park on Waterway Drive. When completed, the facility is projected to have 200 direct
and 100 indirect jobs. The 18 month construction phase will have 600-800 construction workers on
site.
The groundbreaking ceremony was held on site. It was followed by the formal announcement and a
barbeque luncheon hosted by the Gilmore Foundation at the Gilmore Conference Center. Over 200
attended the luncheon with Governor Haley Barbour as the keynote speaker.
The project is the largest single investment in the history of the City ofAmory.
RTI - On March 26, 2008, a groundbreaking
event was
held at the RTI International Metals site located next to the
Tronox plant at Hamilton, MS. Governor Haley Barbour,
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker and company officials announced
to a crowd of over 200 that the company would be investing
almost $200 million on the project that will employ 200-225.
Tronox will be supplying titanium tetrachloride to the RTI
plant which will then convert it into titanium sponge material
that will be used to make commercial aircraft. The company
has contracts with Airbus which produces commercial aircraft US Senator Roger Wicker and Mississippi
Governor Haley Barbour talk with RTI
and with vendors for the U.S. military.
representative, Chad Whalen at ceremony.
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Aberdeen RV Center
On May 9, 2008 a ribbon cutting
ceremony was held at the new
Aberdeen RV location on Hwy
45 alternate. On hand with
owner, Chris Brown were many
friends, employees, and
Chamber of Commerce
Ambassadors. Aberdeen RV
Center has been selected as one
of the Top 50 RV dealers in
America by RV Business
Magazine on the basis of
outstanding customer service
and sound business practices.
Heritage Inn &
Suites - On November
7, 2008, a ribbon cutting
was held at the new 47
room hotel in Amory.
Owners, Joe and
Rosemary Scobey and
Jerry and Linda Moore
welcomed a large number
of guests. Mayor Howard
Boozer and Aldermen
John Darden and Glen
Bingham are pictured
assisting with the event.
Membership Drive and
Ambassadors - The Monroe County
Ambassador Gwyn Jolly of Central Insurance is shown
receiving her 1st place prize from Exec. Director Tony Green.
Gwyn obtained 8 new Chamber memberships.
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Chamber of Commerce conducted a
membership drive in November and
December that brought 41 new
memberships.
The Chamber
Ambassadors led the membership drive.
The Chamber Ambassadors group
consisting of 22 individuals was formed
in the summer, 2008. Ambassadors serve
as the Chamber's primary public
relations arm by attending ribbon
cuttings, groundbreakings, receptions,
and leading membership drives.
Birdsong Peanuts - On August 7, 2008, a formal signing
and reception was held at the Magnolias in Aberdeen. The City
of Aberdeen and Monroe County sold the Triton Boat facility to
Birdsong Peanuts. The company opened a buying point at the
facility located at Prairie where farmers can sell their raw,
unprocessed peanuts. The company's goal is to sign contracts
on 15,000 acres of peanuts in the area.
Pictured below is County Board President Randall Gray, Mayor Jim
Ballard, and Mr. George Birdsong signing the paperwork. The company
invested $6.8 million in the purchase and capital improvements for this
project. The facility is pictured below.
BB's Monogram Magic
On November 7, 2008, a ribbon
cutting ceremony was held at Robin
and Currie Bound's new business
and shopping center on Hwy 145
North,Aberdeen.
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United Way of Greater Monroe County
The philosophy of this non-profit organization is to
improve the lives of others “The United Way of Greater
Monroe County is in the business of creating
meaningful and measurable impact in our
community.” United Way invests in more than 20
local agencies and operates 4 Special Initiatives.
Local agencies funded by United Way include the
Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Meals on Wheels,
First Friends Alzheimer's Center, Amory Food Pantry,
Regional Rehabilitation Center, Monroe County
Scouting Troops, and local Children's Shelters.
In addition to their funded agencies, United Way of
Greater Monroe County has led a concerted effort to
impact the county in the areas of workforce
development and educational enrichment, as
evidenced by the four major Special Initiatives which
they have recently developed. These Special
Initiatives are: Way to Work: Workforce Training
Skills for Youth Program, the United Way Student
Nursing Academy, the United Way Families First
Resource Center and the Arts Across the Ages
Program. Each of these programs is wholly operated by
United Way of
Greater Monroe
County and has
netted successful
results for all of
Monroe County
Patti H. Parker
is the Executive
Director of the
United Way of
Greater Monroe
County. “We are
always working to
develop great
programs for this
great community.
If you want to know about community services and
programs, or would like to be a volunteer, United
Way is the place to turn.”
United Way of Greater Monroe County serves as
the central resource for harnessing the “caring
power” of their community. The organization is led
by a volunteer Board of Directors representing the
communities that comprise Monroe County.
United Way encourages and engages community
members in making decisions and taking action to
provide, not only, basic human needs and crisis
services but lasting changes in community
conditions.
Parker says she is proud to live in an area which
has such a strong sense of community.” At United
Way we look for innovative, outstanding and results
driven solutions. However, 'solutions' is really just
another word for 'people.' Monroe County's greatest
resource is the people who are willing to give of their
time, their talents and their financial resources to
implement positive change in this community.”
Letter From
ABERDEEN MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION
In today's world there are many ghost towns, but
Aberdeen, Mississippi is not one of them! You will not
find any closed stores here. Oh, there might be one or
two. Our downtown is thriving! Over thirty businesses
are located on Main Street (Commerce Street),
Aberdeen, Mississippi, U.S.A.
We are very proud of our town and our merchants.
We have something for everyone…women's clothing,
men's clothing, a children's boutique, music and sound
systems, quality jewelry, fine antiques, lawn and garden
equipment, feed and seed, hunting and fishing clothing
and supplies, a top notch hardware store with real people
that solve real world household repair problems,
vegetable soup and Reuben sandwiches, southern soul
food, turnip greens, fried catfish and hushpuppies,
homemade biscuits and real bacon, local bankers and
insurance agents, a hometown pharmacist, a tearoom
recognized as one of the finest in Mississippi, and even a
couple of hometown grocery stores!
We also have some of the most beautiful older homes
with the most varied architecture designs that are second
to none in the entire country. Many are open during the
Spring Pilgrimage inApril, each year.
If you wouldn't like being called by your first name,
you probably wouldn't like living here! If you only have
time for a visit, that's ok. We love company (visitors),
too!
Come see Aberdeen, the city where company stays
and never wants to leave!
Glen Houston
Executive Director
Aberdeen Main Street Association
Aberdeen
M I S S I S S I P P I
Welcome From The
ABERDEEN VISITOR'S BUREAU
Named as one of "Top 10 Great Small Towns for
Retirement" by Travel 50 and Beyond magazine,
Aberdeen is a historic town filled with friendly faces.
The natural setting of Aberdeen contributes to its charm
almost as much as the people. The town is famous for its
median of magnolia trees, and visitors will attest to the
fact that there is nothing quite as soothing as the scent
and shade from a row of magnolias. The local yards are
filled with crepe myrtles. In the spring the dogwood and
azaleas brighten the entire town.
Aberdeen was one of Mississippi's very first Certified
Retirement Communities, so we've had lots of
experience welcoming some great folks to their new
hometown! Recent retirees have moved to Aberdeen
from California, Minnesota, Florida, Illinois, Maine,
New York, Washington and Louisiana, to name just a few
states. Aberdeen is the mid-point on the TennesseeTombigbee Waterway, which has brought many of
Aberdeen's retirees here. Boaters have tied up at the local
marina, visited the town, including its antebellum and
Victorian homes, and decided to stay - literally!
Newcomers find that houses in Aberdeen can be
purchased for a fraction of what they would have had to
pay in most other locations. For that matter, the same can
be said of property taxes. Many retirees have moved here
from large metropolitan areas. They find that the slower,
small town atmosphere is a welcome change of pace for
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their golden years. But, don't misunderstand the
Aberdeen change of pace. You'll find activities and
organizations that were created by and for new citizens.
Should you choose to, you can stay very busy!
Virtually every denomination is represented among
the thirty-plus churches in Aberdeen. Those who are
"into" genealogy utilize the excellent family records that
are available at the Evans Memorial Library, known
nationally as a genealogy research center. Golfers take
advantage of the excellent nine-hole course at Aberdeen
Golf and Country Club or the nearby 18 hole, nationally
known, Old Waverley Golf and Country Club, at West
Point, MS, which has served as host for the LPGA
tournament.
Fishing is awesome on the Tennessee-Tombigbee
Waterway's Aberdeen Lake, the site of several major bass
tournaments, annually. Mississippi's highway system is
considered among the top four in the United States. In
Aberdeen, you'll live just blocks from four-lane U.S. 45.
Interstate 22/78 is only 35 miles north at Tupelo, MS.
We welcome new visitors, but please be very careful!
Like so many others before you, once you are here, you
may not want to leave!
Deborah Stubblefield
Executive Director
Aberdeen Visitors Bureau
Industry Profile
Georgia Gulf Corporation is a leading
North American manufacturer and
international marketer of two chemical
product lines, chlorovinyls and aromatics.
Georgia Gulf manufacturers vinyl-based
building and home improvement products
including custom window profiles, siding,
roofing, decking, fencing, railing, columns,
moulding, window coverings and pipe and
fittings.
Georgia Gulf has two facilities in Monroe
County, a Vinyl resin (PVC), Compound, and
Plasticizer plant inAberdeen and a Compound
Plant in Prairie.
An active supporter of education in
Aberdeen, they have supplied tutors for the
Aberdeen High School as well as funding the
annual Academic Banquet. They are a partner
in education for theAberdeen High School.
Aberdeen
Floral
211 S. Meridian St.
Flowers - Gifts - Plants
Voted Aberdeen's Best Florist
Specializing in custom designs,
weddings & funerals
We rent wedding equipment & plants
Lawson & Polly Grimes,
Owners
662-369-9401
800-547-4932
Grow Monroe!
since 1963
Prairie Plant
10068 Summit Drive
Prairie, MS 39756
Aberdeen Plant
715 Hwy 25
Aberdeen, MS 39730
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Community Profile
ABERDEEN, MISSISSIPPI
From its earliest days as a thriving cotton port on
the Tombigbee River to it now being known as “the
chemical manufacturing capital of Northeast
Mississippi,”Aberdeen is a city rich in history.
Aberdeen's a great place ... great for business,
great for living ... and great for retiring.
Aberdeen is located on the west bank of the
Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, which connects
the Port of Mobile, Alabama to the remainder of the
United States. Complete shipping facilities are
available to business and industry at the Port of
Aberdeen.
Aberdeen is the county seat of Monroe County. It
is also the seat of Monroe County Circuit Court,
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Monroe County Chancery Court, U. S. District Court
for the Northern District of Mississippi and U. S.
Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of
Mississippi.
Aberdeen is home to industry - Georgia-Gulf
Corporation, BASF, Holley Performance Parts,
Tenn-Tom Pallet, Comer Packing, Eutaw
Construction and Monroe Kut ... plus Tronox
Chemical in the nearby Hamilton Community.
Aberdeen is a major destination for sportsmen
from throughout the region, who fish the crappie and
catfish-laden waters of the Aberdeen and Columbus
Lakes on the Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway.
The Aberdeen public school system includes 140
classrooms on six campuses covering 116 acres.
There are three gymnasiums, an 1800 seat "multi
sportsplex", a vocational educational complex, six
libraries, and a media center holding 35,000 books,
DVDs and audio and video tapes. Aberdeen has an
all-day, pre-kindergarten program.
Pioneer Community
Hospital of Aberdeen provides
acute care and 24-hour
emergency service with a
guaranteed maximum wait time
of fifteen minutes. Pioneer
offers physical therapy and
sports medicine, geriatric
p s y c h i a t r y, o u t p a t i e n t
behavioral health for those 18
years of age and older, a sleep
center for intensive sleep
studies, full service respiratory
therapy and laboratory, general
surgery, assisted living, independent living and an
outpatient specialty physicians facility.
Blue Bluff Recreation Area, located on the
Aberdeen Lake section of the waterway, provides, in
addition to fishing, boating, hunting, and camping on
92 full hook-up camp sites. Facilities in the
recreation area include boat ramps, paved parking
lots, covered pavilions, picnic tables, white sand
beaches, swimming areas, and playgrounds.
Homes and buildings in Aberdeen provide
examples of Greek Revival, Spanish, Carpenter
Gothic, Gothic Revival, Italianate, Second Empire,
Queen Anne, Dutch Colonial, Swiss Chateau, Tudor,
Japaneseque, and Art
Deco styles.
Aberdeen opens
its antebellum and
Victorian homes to
Clarence Day of Memphis and given to the City of
Aberdeen (www.themagnolias.org).
Aberdeen is governed by a Mayor and Board of
Aldermen. The population is approximately 6,500
(2000 census). Aberdeen is 230 feet above sea level,
has a mean annual temperature of 62 degrees F, and
an average annual rainfall of 55 inches.
Virtually all denominations are represented
among the more than 40 churches located in and
around Aberdeen, as well as a number of nondenominational congregations.
In summation, Aberdeen is a wonderful town in
which to live, worship, work and play!
the public each
Spring during
pilgrimage. Daily
tours are available
year-round at The Magnolias, built in 1850. This
beautiful antebellum house was purchased by
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900 N. Main St.
Amory, MS 38821
Phone (662) 256-8461
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Monday–Thursday: 9:00am–4:30pm
Friday: 9:00am–5:30pm
Drive-thru opens at 9am Monday–Friday
24-Hour Banking
(662)-305-0800
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Going Our Way?
If you’re away from home and looking for a
Community Bank, don’t worry. We have a complete
list of our locations online so you’ll know where to
find us. And the best part? You’ll find the same
genuine, personal service at all of our banks, no
matter where you are. It’s just another reason why
we’re different…in a good way.
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Community Profile
AMORY, MISSISSIPPI
Amory is a great place to live, work and worship.
Its educational and medical facilities are second to
none. Churches abound. Industry loves the Amory
area, whose people have a great work ethic.
The Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway provides
boaters, water skiers and fishermen a great place to
enjoy their past times. There are numerous public
access areas with boat ramps. Bass, crappie, bream
and catfish . . . in abundance . . . populate the TennTom.
Amory is home to a mammoth, ultra-modern
county governmental building which houses justice
court, various county offices and the Monroe
County Chamber of Commerce.
The Amory School District consists of five
campuses, which accommodate K thru 12 and a
vocational center. Approximately 45% of the faculty
have Master's degrees or above. Curriculum, which
ranges from a college preparatory program to a
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comprehensive vocational program, provides for a
wide range of learning capabilities, backgrounds and
interests. The school system serves approximately
1885 students in pre-k through twelfth grades. An
excellent athletic program includes football,
basketball, baseball, girls' softball, cross-country,
tennis, track, soccer, golf and swimming.
Gilmore Memorial Regional Medical Center, a
95-bed facility, provides numerous services,
including an emergency center, outpatient services,
surgery department, transitional care center, a brand
new state of the art women's center, which includes a
neonatal intensive care unit, birthing room, laser
surgery and more, as well as a fitness center (has
weight training equipment, cardiovascular
equipment, fitness classes and an indoor
competition-size heated swimming pool).
Amory has a river port and an industrial
park adjacent to the Tennessee-Tombigbee
Waterway. The very diversified industrial
base includes aluminum and steel tubing,
industrial valves, truck body manufacturing,
timber, furniture, fertilizer, and boats.
Kinder-Morgan operates a bulk material
handling terminal at the Port of Amory located
at Mile 369 on the Tennessee-Tombigbee
Waterway.
Amory is very definitely a community that
"has it all" . . . a community that is "on the right
track.
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FIRST FRIENDS
NON-PROFIT RESPITE FOR CAREGIVERS
Did you know that we have a day-care for the elderly
right here in Monroe county? First Friends opened
eight years ago--the very first facility of its kind in the
State of Mississippi. Since then, the Alzheimer's
Association and the Mississippi Department of Mental
Health have received a grant to open ten more centers in
the state modeled after First Friends. As of now there
are three of us: First Friends of Amory; a center in
Corinth and a center in Cleveland.
Mary Nell Dorris , the
founder and director,
initially opened the center
in the First Baptist Church
building in Amory in
January of 2001 as a
community service agency.
As caregiver to her own
husband who suffered from
Alzheimer's disease, she
determined that caregivers
needed time for
themselves.
For two years the center
operated with a total volunteer staff. Subsequently, as
more participants were added to the program, the
agency employed a staff of four paid workers and
approximately twenty volunteers.
First Friends began as a non-profit daycare center
for the elderly diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and
related dementias. It was designed for at least two
reasons:
1. To provide socialization for the impaired
individual; and
2. To provide respite for the caregiver.
Now the center will accept any senior citizen who
needs daycare.
The only requirements are a
tuberculosis test, a doctor's short medical evaluation
including diagnosis, and a life story usually written by
the caregiver. The life story is used to interact with the
participant and keep their memories alive as long as
possible.
First Friends' hours of operation are Mondays,
Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00
p.m. The cost is $20 per day . If there is a client with
financial need, the center helps that family. All
participants are asked to bring a bag lunch. Drinks are
furnished. Adult diapers are furnished for those who
are incontinent. The center does not participate in
Medicare or Medicaid. First Friends is partially funded
by United Way, First Baptist Church and community28 Monroe
wide memorials, donations and honorariums.
The day is filled with games, puzzles, crafts,
exercising, dancing, singing and special programs
provided by musical groups and others from the
community who wish to contribute to their
entertainment.
This respite for the caregiver allows them to do
household chores, go to their own medical
appointments, exercise, relax, play bridge and engage
in other personal activities.
Caregivers often state that it
takes a month or more of
regular attendance before the
caregiver begins to relax and
accomplish their own goals.
The caregiver has a time of
adjustment, just like their
family member who is
attending the program.
First Friends is patterned
after the model of Friendship
and Best Friends, a daycare in
Lexington, Ky., which is the
national model for theAlzheimer'sAssociation.
Sharing the office with First Friends is the
Alzheimer's Association, Mississippi Chapter,
Northeastern Region, Amory office. First Friends and
the Alzheimer's Association are affiliated so that
families may have private consultations, have access to
the 24-hour Alzheimer's Helpline at 800-272-3900,
participate in a support group every first Monday from
10:00 until 11:00 a.m. and receive resources that are
helpful with the job of caregiving. The Amory
Alzheimer's office and First Friends have the same
director.
Out of this same office free training is given to
families, to health facilities, churches, clubs and other
organizations. In addition to training on caregiver
issues, Alzheimer's awareness, medications, research
and other topics, education can be tailor-made for
particular facilities and organizations.
Prospective participants are given two days free to
try the center for their loved one. Family members
may also stay with them for all or part of the day.
Family visits are allowed at any time.
An application or more information may be obtained
by calling First Friends at 662 256-9730 or 662 3150097. You will find a loving atmosphere with
professionally trained staff and volunteers.
ROY HAZZLE
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Aberdeen basketball coach Roy
Hazzle's name is synonymous with
high school basketball in our part of
the country.
Now, his name is listed among the best in the
nation.
Hazzle, in his 22nd season at the helm of the
Bulldogs, 32nd at his alma mater, has been named the
2008 National Federation of State High School
Associations Coaches Association National Coach of
the Year in boy's basketball.
“It means a lot. It's very big, something you put
your time in," Hazzle said. "Hard work goes into it.
Having good teams has a lot to do with it, as well as
having God in your life.”
Hazzle, after four previous early exits from the
state tournament, brought the Class 3Achampionship
back to Monroe County in March, the school's first.
Coming into this season, he had a record of 445214. In June, he was named the Northeast Mississippi
Basketball Coaches Association 3A/4A/5A Coach of
the Year.
"I was excited for him," said Aberdeen
superintendent Dr. George Gilreath. "He's put in a lot
years and effort. It's good for guys like him to get
recognized. He stayed in Aberdeen, at home with our
kids, something not all good coaches do.”
A former Aberdeen standout himself, Hazzle was
on his way to Gilreath's office to return the call to the
Mississippi High School Activities Association when
he was congratulated on the way.
"I kind of paused and tried to really get a feeling
about it," Hazzle said. "It probably hasn't sunk in yet,
but I knew it was big. It was all about kids with great
attitudes, my desire to work hard and keep God in my
life.”
Last season's championship led to a school record
Photo and story courtesy of the Brandon Speck, Monroe Journal
35 wins as Hazzle was named the Daily Journal's
Coach of the Year and was even given a key to the
city.
“A lot of times in life, you don't ever know what's
going to take place," he said. "It tells you hard work
will pay off. It's just a big honor for these young
people that I work with every day.”
In a statement, MHSAA executive director Ennis
Proctor called Hazzle "very deserving.”
“Coach Roy Hazzle is an outstanding coach and
person, who has always distinguished himself as a
leader in Mississippi athletics," Proctor said. "I am
pleased to see this fine individual being recognized at
the national level.”
Hide not your
talents, they for use
were made. What's a
sundial in the shade?
Benjamin Franklin
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Monroe County School District
P.O. Box 209 · Amory, Mississippi 38821 · 662-257-2176
“The vision of the Monroe County School District is to constantly
challenge the educational expectations while advancing the
educational experience.”
The Monroe County School District (MCSD) serves students at five school sites. Our
enrollment is approximately 2500 students in grades K-12. Home campus Sites include:
Hamilton attendance center (1AApproximately 750 students), Hatley Attendance Center
(2AApproximately 1100 students), Smithville Attendance Center (1A Approximately 650
students). Off campus sites include: Monroe County Advanced Learning Center (serves
students from the three High Schools listed above, grades 10-12), Monroe County Vocational
Center (serves Students from the three high schools listed above, grades 10-12). In addition,
Students are also served from two neighboring
school districts. Some of the district services
include but are not limited to the Following:
Technology services, Federal Program services,
Transportation services, Food services, and
Special Education services.
www.mcsd.us
Aberdeen School District
P. O. Drawer 607 • Aberdeen, Mississippi 39730 • 662-369-4682
Helping to Build the 21st Century
One Student at a Time
The vision of Aberdeen School district
represents a school system that
recognizes its responsibilities to its
constituents. Our vision captures the
spirit of a district willing to step up and do
the things necessary to prepare our
children for a successful future.
The school board, administrators,
teachers and staff, hope that you will visit
our website to search for specific
information about our schools and the
programs we offer our community.
With a professional and support staff of
approximately 350 caring individuals,
1450 enthusiastic, inquisitive students,
and situated on the Tennessee Tombigbee waterway in the historic town of Aberdeen, our
district offers a quality education to the students enrolled in our schools.
As educators, we are reminded daily that we are grooming the minds of our future leaders,
cultivating their knowledge, skills and character to ensure that they become responsible,
productive citizens. It is our job to be risk-takers for the sake of our students, remembering
always that to make a difference, we must make an impact.
www.aberdeen.k12.ms.us
“Where all students will be ready for the next level!”
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Amory School District
P. O. Box 330 • Amory, Mississippi 38821-0330 • 662-256-5991
The mission of the Amory School District is to provide an opportunity for all
students in its schools to develop to their fullest potential.
The Amory School District has a
student population of approximately
1,885 students at four schools and a
vocational center. All schools are
accredited by the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools
(SACS). Our personal goal is to
ensure that every student attends
exceptional schools in a safe
environment and receives instruction
from the best possible educators.
We have over 235 dedicated
personnel with nineteen National
Board Certified teachers.
The
Amory School District has a rich
history in pursuit of educational excellence in meeting the needs of all students. The
administration, school board and instructional staff provide high academic as well as high
behavioral expectations in a caring, friendly and safe environment. Our district offers an
educational path that provides opportunities for learning, success and excellence. Emphasis is
based on quality instruction and student achievement. We believe that planning, setting goals
and evaluating our progress will result in improved achievement of all our students who will be
our leaders of tomorrow. To learn more about our Amory School District go to our website at
www.amoryschools.com.
The Amory School District is PROUD to say
"We have safe and drug-free schools (Title IV)"
The purpose of the Safe and Drug Free Schools Program is to
support programs that prevent violence in and around schools;
that prevent the illegal use of alcohol, tobacco and drugs; that
involve parents and communities, and that are coordinated with
related Federal, State, school and community efforts and
resources to foster a safe and drug-free learning environment
that supports student academic achievement.
www.amoryschools.com
"Developing Students to their Fullest Potential”
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MONROE COUNTY: OUR ASSETS
RECREATION
With the Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway situated
in the middle of the county, no other place can boast
having more public hunting, fishing, boating, and
water recreation opportunities than Monroe County.
The Blue Bluff Campground Area, the Aberdeen Lake,
the Amory Lake, the Smithville Lake, and the Canal
Section Wildlife Management Area are the primary
locations for these activities. There are numerous
concrete boat ramps, docks, boat storage, and fueling
facilities located on the Waterway.
The 234 mile manmade Waterway offers you the
opportunity to travel by water all the way from the
Tennessee River and Pickwick Lake near the
Tennessee state line to the Gulf of Mexico at Mobile,
AL. This body of water can handle the smallest fishing
boat to the largest yacht. To the angler's delight, the
Waterway offers bass, catfish, bream, and crappie
fishing. Deer and turkey hunting are very good on the
Canal Section Wildlife Management Area located
between the old Tombigbee River and the Waterway.
Lake Monroe located just north of Aberdeen is also
a camping, fishing and a picnicking destination.
There are three public golf courses in the county.
Riverbirch in Amory has hosted the state high school
golf championship several times. Parks and recreation
programs in Aberdeen, Amory, Smithville, Nettleton,
Hamilton, and Hatley offer organized sports such as
baseball, tennis, softball, and soccer.
BUSINESS CLIMATE
Automotive parts, metal products, furniture,
textiles, boats, and truck bodies . . . these are just some
of the products made by the more than 30 industries
operating in Monroe County. These include Holley
Performance Products, Tronox, Lane Furniture,
NauticStar Boats, Georgia Gulf Vinyls & Chemicals,
True Temper Sports, BASF, Tenn-Tom Pallet, Comer
Packing, Monroe Kut, Wax Seed Company, Palmer
Machine Works, Wren Body Works, ITT, FFM,
Birdsong Peanuts, and Eutaw Construction. A well
educated workforce known for its strong work ethic
and supportive government leaders add to the perfect
mix that is Monroe County.
Adding to our business success and making Monroe
County a choice industrial site is the Tennessee
Tombigbee Waterway. The Waterway links the
Tennessee River at the Tennessee state line to the Gulf
of Mexico at Mobile. With our port facilities at both
Amory and Aberdeen and our excellent four lane
highway system in Mississippi, Monroe County is well
located for moving manufactured goods to any
location desired.
HEALTH CARE
Living in Monroe County means access to quality
health care.And that's important to both young families
and retirees. The county is served by two hospitals Pioneer Community Hospital of Aberdeen and
Gilmore Memorial Hospital in Amory. The Aberdeen
facility has 35 beds; inpatient and outpatient care for
seniors; and occupational, physical and respiratory
therapy. The hospital has 5 general practitioners, 11
specialists, and 8 CNP’s. At Gilmore Memorial
Hospital, patients have access to 95 beds, an
emergency center with helicopter linkage, a surgery
department, a women's center, a 16-bed, sub-acute unit
and a fitness center. Nearly 40 physicians practicing 17
specialties are on staff at Gilmore.
The security that comes from well-equipped and
well-staffed medical facilities is vital to the success of a
community. Monroe County is experiencing that
success.
LOCATION,
LOCATION, LOCATION
All the components that make up a great quality of
life can be found in Monroe County, Mississippi; rich
rural landscapes, urban conveniences, a vibrant
economy, and a commitment to community wellbeing. The people that call the county home know that
the opportunities are limitless and the potential is vast.
Shaped by friendly people…. Forged from a rich
history….Molded by hard work and a clear sense of
community. You have arrived in Monroe County.
Anchored by the cities of Aberdeen, Amory, and
Nettleton, and the hamlets of Hamilton, Hatley and
Smithville, Monroe County has blended the best of its
past with an outstanding quality of life to create a path
to a dynamic future. Now is the time to discover a part
of the South that is ideal for couples raising a family or
those looking for a great place to retire.
A thriving business community, quality health care,
and affordable housing combined with great
recreation, beautiful weather, and true Southern
hospitality make Monroe County a wonderful place to
call home, a great place for your business or industry
and an extraordinary place for you to spend the rest of
your life!
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129 A Main Street North, Amory, MS 38821 662-256-8700
amorymainstreet@midsouth.com
Amory Main Street was organized and accepted
into the statewide Mississippi Main Street
Association and the National Trust Main Street
Center in the summer of 2004, due to the efforts of
local citizens to bring about revitalization and
historic preservation in the Historic Downtown
District of Amory. An eighteen-person Board of
Directors and a Main Street Manager are in place
with office space at 129 Main Street North, Suite A,
in the City of Amory Utilities Building. Active
volunteer committees for Design, Promotion and
Economic Restructuring are working toward long
range plans for the downtown area. Promotion
activities such as Christmas Candlelight Open
House, Pep Rallies in the Park, Sidewalk Sales,
Spring Fling, Art Displays and Fourth on the Third
have been enjoyed by citizens of Amory. Design
projects include the Post Clock in the Park, seasonal
flags welcoming shoppers and visitors, flowers and
decorations along the street and sidewalks and
planning of guidelines for the historic area.
Economic Restructuring has worked toward a local
Tax Abatement Ordinance and Loan Pool and has
seen new businesses and expanded businesses enjoy
success in downtown Amory in the past four years.
In addition, several downtown buildings have been
purchased and have been or are being rehabilitated
for new uses.
With a blend of retail businesses, services,
restaurants, banking and finance, and business
offices in the downtown area, this heart of our city is
showing definite signs of revitalization and renewal.
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The invitation is open for everyone to come to
DowntownAmory to discover all the possibilities!
Memberships in Amory Main Street and
donations to the program are always accepted!
Membership categories include: businesses $100,
civic organizations and churches $50 and individual
“Friends” of Main Street $25. All contributions are
tax deductible.
The Amory Main Street Mission Statement is: To
encourage the historic preservation, culture and
public use of Amory's historic downtown district
through planned revitalization, diversification and
preservation activities with active community
involvement.
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Hospice provides:
Pain management
Emotional support
Skilled in-home care
and much more
We focus on your health so you
can focus on family and friends.
Heart To Heart Hospice
It's About Living!
1-866-813-4731
www.heart2hearthospice.com
“For a family to trust us during such a crucial time of
need is the biggest compliment we can receive” says
Heart To Heart Hospice Administrator, Tawanna
Martin. And trusting them is exactly what the residents
of Monroe County and North MS have been doing for
the past eight years. Hospice is still something that a
lot of people don't know about. Heart To Heart
Hospice, along with other hospice providers work
tirelessly to inform the residents of the help and hope
available through hospice care. Martin adds, “We often
remind our employees that we've been granted a time
in our patients' lives that will be forever remembered
and cherished, and we have to do our part to make sure
every day is the best day they can have.” If you talk to
someone who has experienced the services of hospice,
like Mrs. Sue Scroggins whose husband Chester
received care from Heart To Heart Hospice, you will
see they've done just that! Mrs. Scroggins recalls,
“When Chester would see Michele (Bolton Home
Health Aide) coming, he would light up. He loved her!
She was a friend until the end for Chester and she will
be for me as well!”
"Most people think hospice is what you do when
there's no other choice," said Dr. Dwight McComb,
Heart To Heart Hospice Medical Director. "That
couldn't be farther from the truth. Hospice provides a
wide range of services to the family and patient that
maximizes quality of life and helps people live as fully
as possible, on their terms." While it's true that people
are often confused about hospice care and it's rarely
associated with positive emotions, that shouldn't be the
case. Hospice is truly about living! Hospice is simply
another option in healthcare today and the next logical
step, when it becomes apparent that a disease process
will not improve. Hospice doesn't mean you're giving
up hope at all. The core services of hospice care are
aimed at creating hope………….hope for managing
your disease, for being free of pain and able to do the
things you've always enjoyed. The hospice team of
physicians, nurses, home health aides, social workers,
chaplains and volunteers often become like family to
the patients they care for. The hospice team provides
care on a routine basis based on the physical and
emotional needs of the patient, family and caregiver.
This phase of life can be the most difficult, especially
for families, but by choosing hospice care, the
transition can be peaceful.
For more information on hospice services you may
visit the following websites or call your local hospice
p r o v i d e r. w w w. h e a r t 2 h e a r t h o s p i c e . c o m
www.caringinfo.org
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Amory Regional Museum
The Amory Regional Museum has a rich history
in its building. The hospital was built in 1916 as
Gilmore Sanitarium and operated as Amory's
hospital until 1961 when it was moved to its current
location.
The Amory Regional Museum, a
Mississippi Landmark, is listed on the State Register
of Historic Sites, making it more than just a museum.
Since Amory began as a railroad town, it was only
fitting that in 1980 the museum acquired the
passenger coach “Pasadena Hills” No. 1251, which
is permanently attached to
the building. The coach was
a gift to the City of Amory
from the Frisco Railroad.
This passenger coach houses
a part of Amory's heritage in
its railroad memorabilia.
The Amory Regional
Museum houses artifacts
from 9,000 BC to exhibits by
contemporary artists. In our
state-of-the-art, climate
controlled Gallery Annex,
which was completed in
2007, the museum is able to
host a wide range of art and history exhibits. The
museum is designated as an affiliate of the
Mississippi Museum of Art in Jackson and will host
travelling art exhibits from that museum.
Upstairs in the museum, you can view the canoe
found in Malone Lake in 1979 by the Corp of
Engineers during the construction of the TennesseeTombigbee Waterway. A radiocarbon of 1670
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shows that the canoe was built during the late 17th or
early 18th century.
In the Pre-Amory room you can educate yourself
on the earliest inhabitants of this area. This room
contains artifacts from the Hester Dig, discovered in
1975, dating back to 9,000 BC. The Cotton Gin
Port room houses artifacts from that settlement,
which was the forerunner to Amory. Cotton Gin
Port is believed to be the oldest settlement in North
Mississippi.
On the museum grounds,
we have a regulator style log
cabin, donated the Fred Wright
family of Amory, which was
built between 1838 and 1840.
The cabin is made of heart pine
and is fully furnished.
In the Picture Room, there
is a photographic panorama of
early Amory. Our Haskell
Room pays tribute to Amory
native Sam Haskell, III who
founded the Mary Nell
Kirkpatrick Haskell
Scholarship Foundation to
fund scholarships for deserving local students. The
Foundation was funded through a series of concerts
held in Amory that featured some of the
entertainment industry's biggest stars. There is also
the Amory at Home room which showcases objects
and items that depict life for Amorians of the early
20th century.
Every hospital has an Operating room and the
Gilmore Sanitarium was no exception. Today, we
have an excellent collection of photographs, medical
instruments and written information documenting
the history of medical practice in the area.
The museum still has the original Italian tile
floors and the original elevator, which is still in
working order.
Being involved in the community helps to make a
museum great, and that is what the Amory Regional
Museum is. You will find a variety of services
offered such as educational tours, seminars,
workshops and a historical and genealogical
research facility.
The museum is handicap
accessible.
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24 Hours
Sales • Property Management
Residential • Farm • Commercial
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105 DAVIS DRIVE • P.O. BOX 1061 • ABERDEEN, MS 39730
Member
Golden Triangle Association of Realtors
Mississippi Association of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
Golden Triangle Multiple Listing Service
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Industry Profile
Stevens Auction Company
John Dwight Stevens is in the business of
nostalgia and romance and is the founder and owner
of Stevens Auction Company. He is considered one
of the foremost experts on antiques in the mid-south.
Stevens Auction Company manages large estate
auctions and offers rare collectibles, artwork, civil
war memorabilia, and exquisite antiques.
In 2002 Dwight Stevens refurbished and restored
the 1856 Adams French Mansion and restored it to
its original splendor. It showcased the most
prominent of the estate auctions until the Bradley
Lumber building was purchased and now serves as
Dwight's home.
Dwight Stevens is committed to restoring many
buildings in Aberdeen to strengthen the economy
and tourism. He personally restored a building and
opened an antique/soda fountain/coffee shop that
now houses Penny Lane's Java Café.
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SAVE ABERDEEN LANDMARKS
Dwight has worked with other volunteers and
founded a nonprofit group, Save Aberdeen
Landmarks. It has been established for the purpose
of restoring and refurbishing buildings and
landmarks of Historic Downtown Aberdeen and
well as other prominent buildings in the surrounding
area.
The first project that has been completed is the old
Kimmel Bakery building that once served as the law
office for Jeff Navarro. This has been refurbished
and now houses Reflections Beauty Salon and has
three upper floor apartments.
Ongoing projects include the Old Aberdeen
Depot. “Rebuilding History to Secure Our Future”
is the motto of this group dedicated to preserving
Aberdeen's richest history.
STEVENS
AUCTION COMPANY
Full Service Auction
Marketing Specialist • Appraisals
Market Place For The Finest Antiques In The SOUTH
JOHN DWIGHT STEVENS
P.O. Box 58 -:- Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-2200 -:- Cell 662-369-5257
www.stevensauction.com
e-mail: stevens@intop.net
MS Auctioneer Lic. No. 349
TN Auctioneer Lic. No. 6042
AL Auctioneer Lic. No. 1855
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RECOMMENDATIONS TO OUR VISITORS
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
In Aberdeen
The Aberdeen Architectural Driving Tour is
famous for her Victorian and antebellum homes that
offer a wide variety of architectural styles. These
include Greek Revival, Spanish, Carpenter Gothic,
Gothic Revival, Italianate, Second Empire, Queen
Anne, Dutch Colonial,
Swiss Chateau, Tudor,
Japaneseque, andArt Deco
styles. Approximately 50
homes are on this exquisite
driving tour. Call 1-800634-3538 or go to
www.aberdeenms.org.
B l u e
B l u f f
Campground and
Recreational Area - This
is one of the most scenic
recreation areas on the
Waterway. Located just
north of Aberdeen, this
area is named for the
beautiful clay and
limestone cliffs that border
the park on the eastern
side. The bluff rises over
80 feet above the water and provides a great view of
the Aberdeen Lake and lock and dam. The
campground is a Class-A facility with 92 sites that
provide concrete pads, picnic tables, grills, lantern
posts, fire rings, electric and water hookups, and
plenty of shade. Additional amenities include a
sewage dump station, laundry facilities, restrooms,
hot showers, playground, hiking trails, game courts,
and a swimming beach. For more info call 662-3692832 or for reservations call 1-888-444-6777 or go
to www.reserveamerica.com.
Antebellum and Victorian Home Tours - Call
to arrange individual or group tours of Aberdeen's
most beautiful, historic homes. Call 1-800-6343538 or email info@aberdeenms.org.
Old Aberdeen Cemetery and the Oddfellows
Cemetery - Self guided tours of unusual and
noteworthy tombstones. Call 1-800-634-3538 or
email info@aberdeenms.org.
The Mississippi Blackbelt Prairie and the
ghost town of Prairie, MS Take a driving tour of
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the flat, black dirt prairie and see the munitions plant
buildings from World War II at Prairie, MS. This
was once a thriving small town where several
hundred workers assembled explosives for the
military during World War II. Take Hwy 25 South
from Aberdeen, then turn right onto Hwy 382. No
admittance to the actual munitions site is allowed.
Must view from Hwy 382.
In Amory
Amory Regional Museum - Beginning in 1916
as the Gilmore Sanitarium, the museum is a very
interesting and a unique place to visit. The museum
houses Native American artifacts, pioneer artifacts
and photographs, artifacts from Cotton Gin Port (the
oldest settlement in North MS), an authentic,
standing log cabin, a railroad passenger coach car
from the early 20th century, and a hand hewed
cypress canoe dated from the late 17th century that
was unearthed during the construction of the
Waterway.
Call 662-256-2761 or go to
www.amoryms.us/museum.
Athens Jail - One of the oldest standing and
unoccupied jail buildings in Mississippi. Go to the
Becker community on Hwy 25 South from Amory,
then turn left ontoAthens Rd. No tours available.
G re e n w o o d S p r i n g s
and Splunge
Communities - Take a driving tour through some of
the most picturesque farm country in the South.
Splunge was once a thriving farm community. The
old school is now a community center. At the start of
the 20th century, Greenwood Springs had a hotel
and day spa that advertised healing mineral enriched
waters. Take Hwy 278 east from Amory and turn
left onto Greenwood Springs Rd.
Annual Events
The Amory Railroad Festival was started in
1979. This four day, April event draws almost
60,000 visitors each year. The Southeast Tourism
Society ranks it in the top 20 annual events to attend.
It features nationally known entertainers, delectable
food, quality arts and crafts, a huge antique car
show, and a great carnival for children. Bring the
whole family and plan to spend at least a couple of
days inAmory.
The Aberdeen Southern
Heritage Pilgrimage held in April
each year was started in 1976. It is
a three day event that includes
tours of approximately ten historic
homes, a shooting competition of
Civil War era weapons, a great play
held in the historic Elkin Theatre,
and tours of the Old Aberdeen
Cemetery and the Oddfellows
Cemetery.
The Blue Bluff Festival is held
on the banks of the beautiful
Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway
near Aberdeen each October. It
features a KCBS sanctioned state
barbeque championship, arts and
crafts, local and regional blues
artists, food concessions, and
activities for the kids.
Special Price For
Catering/Private Parties
Call 315-6473
119 Main Street North • Amory, Mississippi
662-256-7118
Calzones • Seafood • Soups
Salads • Pasta • European Coffees
Stromboli • Pizzas
Free Delivery ($10 minimum)
Thur-Fri-Sat • 5pm - until
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Industry Profile
Gilmore Memorial Hospital
Gilmore Foundation was created in 1915 and
incorporated in 1916 by Mr. & Mrs. Ellie Davison
Gilmore. Its initial goal was to construct a medical
facility in Amory. When Gilmore Sanitarium
officially opened on December 1, 1916, it was the
first modern medical center in northeast
Mississippi. In 1961, Gilmore Memorial Regional
Medical Center was
constructed where it stands
today. Today, GMRMC has a
m e d i c a l s t a ff , c a r i n g
personnel, and state-of-theart equipment that provide
the latest in diagnostic
procedures. They are
expanding into the next
century with unprecedented
growth and modernization
working to bring total family
medical care to the
Northeast Mississippi
region.
Gilmore Memorial
Regional Medical Center is
licensed by the State of
Mississippi for 95 beds. The
center provides general
medical and surgical care for
inpatient, outpatient, and
emergency room patients,
and participates in the
Medicare and Medicaid
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programs. Emergency room services are available
on a 24-hour per day, seven-day per week basis.
Along with a wide variety of weight training
equipment, cardiovascular equipment, and fitness
classes, the Sports & Wellness Center also offers an
indoor-competition size, heated pool, hydrotherapy
pool and a whirlpool.
Among the services Gilmore provides are:
• Emergency Center
• Inspirations
• Intensive Care Unit
• Laboratory
• Medical Staff
• Internal Medicine
• Hospitalists
• Radiology Department
• Rehabilitation Services
• Respiratory Therapy
and Special Diagnostics
• Orthopaedics
• Sports & Wellness Center
• Surgery Department
• Total Health
• Women's Center
• Wound Care Center
Gilmore Memorial Regional Medical Center has
developed a web site, www.gilmorehealth.com and
is providing many sources for health information and
programming. This will be a very useful tool for
patients, their families, and those who may want to
know what kind of services or facilities Gilmore has
available.
A critical quality of life issue for any business
is its availability of superior medical care and
Monroe County is fortunate to have Gilmore
Memorial Regional Medical Center caring for the
health of its community by providing personalized
care using the latest technology.
Amory
Federal Savings
P.O. Box 126
213 2nd Avenue North
Amory, Mississippi 38821
(662) 256-9323
Fax (662) 256-4200
Hours of operations:
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Monday through Friday
Amory Federal Savings And Loan Association was
established on the first day of June in 1934. We're the
Mortgage Lending Specialist, helping families achieve
their dream home, one family at a time.
Gilmore Memorial
Regional Medical
Center's New
Women's Center
Living in Monroe County means access to
quality health care and that is exactly what
women in the Monroe County area will
benefit from with the construction of the new
Gilmore Memorial Regional Medical
Center's new Women's Center. The 46,000
square feet Women's Center located in front of
Gilmore Memorial Regional Medical
Centers' campus will include new labor
delivery, recovery and postpartum rooms with
two suites equipped with state of the art
technology to perform C-Sections. Also, a
new nursery complete with a neonatal
intensive care unit and a full time
neonatologist on staff will be in the
expansion. Outpatient diagnostics will
include ultrasound, stereo tactics, bone
density and digital mammography.
With all these wonderful renovations
taking place, women can still expect to
receive the same great care from a dedicated,
caring staff and will benefit from the latest
cutting edge technology available. Gilmore
Memorial Regional Medical Center's
Women's Center will be another means of
providing Monroe County residents with
access to quality health care.
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THE AMORY RAILROAD FESTIVAL
The town of Amory was established by the
K.C.M. & B (Kansas City, Memphis &
Birmingham) railroad, making it the perfect setting
for theAmory Railroad Festival.
Amory's history began in 1887 when the K.C. M.
& B railroad came through the area and the railroad
chose Amory as a stop as it is the halfway point
between Memphis and Birmingham. The city was
named after HarcourtAmory, an early stockholder in
the railroad. Railroad workers lived in tents in an
area that today is known as Frisco Park where the
festival is held. Streets were platted and lots were
sold at auction in November 1887 and incorporation
followed in 1888. The new railroad town was on its
way as people rushed in to buy property.
The Amory Railroad Festival was
held for the first time in 1978 and has
been held every year since. The festival
is held for four days in the spring and has
been cited by the Southeast Tourism
Society as one of the Region's top 20
events attracting upwards of 60,000
visitors each year. The Amory Railroad
festival committee works year-round to
provide various attractions that offer
something for everyone. Whether you
like to enjoy outstanding entertainment,
delectable food, quality arts & crafts,
antique cars, competitive running, or the
carnival midway, you are sure to find
something that sparks your interest here
at theAnnualAmory Railroad Festival.
A community worship service
organized by the Amory Ministerial
Association kicks the festival weekend
off. Another special event provided for
everyone by Gilmore Memorial is the
annual Railroad Festival Health Fair.
This year the health fair was set up behind
the Beta Sigma Phi festival information
booth on First Avenue and free health
screening for blood pressure, blood sugar,
cholesterol, and oxygen saturation was
offered to the public. Also, the
community I.D. program was offered for
children of all ages that involve a DNA
mouth swab, fingerprinting, and a video
taping.
A big attraction at the festival is the arts and crafts
market sponsored by the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
which opens on Friday and goes through Sunday.
This year's market attracted about 90 vendors that
came from Virginia, Tennessee, Alabama, and
across Mississippi. The market has everything from
handbags, jewelry, pottery, rustic furniture, Native
American arts & crafts, children's accessories, face
painting and much more. To contact Beta Sigma Phi
Sorority write to P.O. Box 659,Amory, MS 38821.
If your enjoyment is eating, you will want to
check out the many food booths provided by
churches, missions, and other civic groups. The
Big Star
Meridian Street • Aberdeen
Celebrating Over
50
Years
Thank You!
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food booths open on
Thursday and will stay
open through the last
day of the festival. You
will have a tough time
deciding what to try
first as there are so
many wonderful dishes
to choose from. You
can choose from fried
fish, barbecue, grilled
chicken, ribs, polish
and smoked sausages,
specialty sandwiches,
or the traditional hot dog and hamburger just to
mention a few. For those with a sweet tooth there are
plenty of choices some which include: pies, cakes,
sweet potato & banana nut breads, ice cream, snow
cones, cotton candy and don't forget to try the ever
so famous apple fritters and funnel cakes. Whatever
your taste buds prefer, you are sure to find it at one of
the many food booths.
County music legend Restless Heart kicked off
the 2009 event with opening act KingBilly. The
headliner act for Friday night was Amory's very own
The Gents; with opening act The Gondiliers.
Saturday night the headliner was Crossing Dixon,
with opening act Braden Gray and Loose Gravel.
Two other popular events at the railroad festival
are the Antique Car Show hosted by the Tenn-Tom
Cruisers and the 5K Railroad Run. Proceeds from
the Cruising for the St. Jude Car and Truck Show go
to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in
Memphis. Proceeds from the 5K Railroad Run is
used to help the Monroe county relay for life, a
nonprofit organization. Separate awards are given
for males and females and groups are divided by
ages ranging from nine and under to 65 and over.
While you are enjoying the festival, be sure to
check out some of Amory's history and visit the
Amory Regional Museum. The museum is located
at 715 Third Street & 8th Avenue South and is listed
on the State Register of Historic Sites. It was built in
1916 as a hospital and was called Gilmore
Sanitarium, named after Ellie D. Gilmore, a
successful businessman. He built the hospital as a
gift to the city. The museum has been undergoing
construction for the past year and there is much to
see as it is a unique, one of a kind place and a
showplace for Amory's history. You can find out
more about exhibits and business hours by visiting
www.amory.ms.us/museum.html. Admission is
free.
So, no matter what your interest may be, make
sure to visit Amory, MS in April for the Annual
Amory Railroad Festival. There is lots of fun &
entertainment for the whole family that you don't
want to miss. To find out more about the Amory
Railroad Festival check out their website at
www.amoryrailroadfestival.com.
The Lunch Box
6 AM to 2 PM
Hwy 278 across from
Hunan Chinese and Texaco
"Life Is Fast So Cook It Slow"
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Cottage
Cottage Tea
Tea Room
Room
Southern Hospitality At It's Best
109 E. Washington
Aberdeen, Mississippi 39730
662-369-1157
Catering At Your Cottage Or Ours
Sara Gardner
Susan Langford
Voted Best Lunch
Spot In Mississippi
by Mississippi Magazine
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Business Profile
Cottage Tea Room
People in Monroe County don’t have to drive far
to find the best spot for lunch in Mississippi.
In Mississippi magazine’s third annual Best of
Mississippi poll, the Cottage Tea Room in Aberdeen
was voted Best Lunch Spot.
A ballot was run in a recent issue of the magazine,
with the results printed in the July/August 2007
issue. In this issue, readers share their number one
picks for dining, shopping and having fun around the
Magnolia State.
The Cottage Tea Room is located at 109 East
Washington Street, just one block south of
Commerce (the main street) inAberdeen. It is owned
by Sara Gardner of Aberdeen and her daughter,
Susan Langford, who lives inAmory.
Both were very excited about the win. “We’ve got
a lot to live up to,” Gardner said. She also said when
representatives from the magazine called, they said
to be prepared for traffic. Gardner has been told that
people toss this issue into their cars and head out to
see how many of the different places they can visit,
marking them off as they travel the state.
“The fact that the customers chose us makes us
feel good,” Gardner said. “We really appreciate all
those who voted for us and made this possible. It’s
good for us and good forAberdeen.”
Their out-of-town guest registry includes people
from all over Mississippi - West Point, Fulton, Holly
Springs, Marietta, Biloxi, Columbus, Tupelo,
Brandon, Jackson, Meridian and other towns - in
addition to diners from other states and Canada.
The Cottage Tea Room restaurant opened in 1999
in a house built in 1930. The mother-daughter team
were catering the year before. From its beginning,
the owners said, it has never had a day without some
business. “But there were slow days,” Gardner said,
which they sometimes have now, too.
HOMES WITH A HISTORY
The Antebellum mansions of Monroe County
celebrate a rich history by displaying the styles of
Greek Revival, Colonial Revival, Classical Revival,
Italianate and Victorian.
Its antebellum homes, post reconstruction
mansions and turn-of-the century Victorian
structures are examples. Over 150 properties in
Aberdeen are listed on the National Register of
Historic Places. Aberdeen was once the second
largest city in Mississippi in the mid 1800's.
Landowners were prosperous and this was reflected
in their homes.
Possibly the oldest home in Aberdeen is Sunset
Hill. This home features eight Doric columns
supporting a deep entablature. Lauri Mundi, noted
for its crown moldings and plaster medallions,
represents the only examples of early decorative
plasterwork inAberdeen.
The Magnolias is owned by the city of Aberdeen
and is used for many weddings, receptions and other
occasions. Holiday Haven boasts of its original
woodwork and windows graced with gilded
valances. This is one of the homes that has been
featured on HGTV's “If Walls Could Talk”.
Each home is lovingly preserved and is an
example of Monroe County's treasured past.
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122 N. Main Street • Amory, MS 38821
662-257-1015
Fax: 662-257-1014
www.carsonnaturalhealth.com
carson
natural health center
your neighborhood compounding and natural pharmacy
The Diabetes Care Center
Home Care Supplies and Equipment
Oxygen • Nebulizers • CPAP
Respiratory Medications
Overnight Oximetry • Bilight
Walkers • Wheelchairs
Diabetes Supplies
Compounding Pharmacy
Health Foods
Meeting All Your Healthcare Needs Under One Roof.
Lauren Hannon
Amy Bagwell
M-F 10-5
Sat. 10-3
Amory Lawn
& Pool
Children’s Boutique & Monogrammed Gifts
Gift Shop
& Nursery
662-256-9288
500 N. Main
Amory, MS 38821
125 Main Street North
Amory, MS 38821
50 Monroe
www.lalaandcompany.com
662-256-5909
Industry Profile
True Temper Sports
True Temper Sports, producer of steel golf
shafts, is located in Amory, Ms and employees
around 200 people. They are the leader in golf
shaft technology and have been the number one
shaft on the PGATour for over seventy years. With
manufacturing facilities located throughout the
country and offices around the world, True Temper
continues to solidify their position as the dominant
global market share leader in golf shafts. True
Temper strives to be the worldwide innovator and
provider of golf club components and performance
tubing products through the development and
marketing of new designs, processes and materials.
Memphis, TN is the location of True Temper's
corporate headquarters which houses their
marketing, accounting, engineering, and sales
service departments.
The steel manufacturing facility in Amory is
where every steel shaft bearing the True Temper
name is produced. This 325,000 square foot
facility opened in 1965. True Temper also
manufactures a variety of steel products for the
automobile, bicycle, and sports recreation
industries.
True Temper has offices located throughout the
world. Locations in Europe, Australia, and Far
East enable them to better serve the needs of their
worldwide customer base and strengthen their
global presence.
True Temper has long been the overwhelming
shaft choice for the world's best players. In fact,
these shafts have been #1 every week since official
equipment counts were started on the PGA Tour
which has been over 50 years. In a typical week on
the PGA Tour, about 70% or more of the field will
count on True Temper shafts in their clubs and they
will be taken to the winner's circle 3 out of every 4
tournaments. The best players in the world trust their
games to True Temper. For over 70 years, dedicated
staff has traveled to each tournament on the PGA
Tour to make sure that the game's elite are
comfortable with the product they are currently
playing. Adjustments or shaft changes may be made
on site due to reasons such as course conditions,
player preference, ect. Knowledge gained from the
tour is relayed back to True Temper's product
development teams. This process allows them to
continually push the envelope and develop products
that provide benefits to the consumer.
Working to create new golf shaft solutions to help
all golfers is the cornerstone of True Temper's
research and development efforts. Whether you are a
touring professional or a beginning golfer, True
Temper is dedicated to developing new products and
technologies to improve your golfing game. To find
out more about this industry visit their website at
www.truetemper.com
AbilityWorks, INC.
50006 Runway Drive
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Ph: 662.369.2227
Fax: 662.369.7310
www.mdrs.state.ms.us
Formals Alterations Tux Rentals
218 North Main Street
Amory, MS 38821
662-257-0661
Jenny Tacker, Owner
a division of
Amory Flower Shop
507 3rd Ave S, Amory - (662) 256-2092
www.amoryflowershop.com
• Large inventory of fresh flowers
• Tropicals
• Plants
• European/dish gardens
• Contemporary and traditional arrangements
• High-style floral arrangements
• Silk arrangements
• Dried floral arrangements
• Weddings
• Funeral designs
• Extensive gift line
• Gourmet and fruit baskets
• Gift baskets
• Greeting cards
• Candles
Open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
and from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.
202 N. Main St. • Amory, MS
(662) 256-9967
52 Monroe
Industry Profile
Kinder Morgan
Kinder Morgan has proven to be a great,
cooperative industrial partner in the Monroe
County community. KM operates a bulk material
handling terminal at the Port of Amory located at
mile 369 on the Tennessee-Tombigbee waterway.
The company is one of the largest pipeline
transporters and terminal operators in North
America and owns an interest in or operates
approximately 37,000 miles of pipelines that
transport primarily natural gas, crude oil,
petroleum products and CO2, and about 165
terminals that store, transfer, and handle products
like gasoline and coal.
The Kinder Morgan companies include Kinder
Morgan Energy Partners, L.P. (NYSE:KMP),
Kinder Morgan Management, LLC (NYSE:KMR)
and Knight Inc. (formerly known as Kinder
Morgan, Inc.), a private company.
Recognized as one of Fortune magazine's Most
Admired Companies, in 2008 Kinder Morgan
ranked #1 in the “Pipeline Category.” Also, the
company ranked #1 in the “Quality of
Management” categories among all the industries
in Fortune's list.
KMP operates predominantly fee-based
businesses and is the largest independent
transporter of refined petroleum products in the
United States, a major transporter and storage
operator of natural gas, the largest transporter and
marketer of CO2 for enhanced oil recovery projects
in North America, the largest independent terminal
operator in America and significant transporter of
crude oil and petroleum products from Alberta to
British Columbia, Washington state and the
Midwestern United States.
Recently, Kinder Morgan Energy Partners has
announced a $12.8 million expansion that will allow
the company to handle raw materials for SeverCorr,
the new steel mill in Columbus. This expansion at the
bulk terminal facility will provide additional
infrastructure to help meet the growing need for
carbon products in the Southeast due to increased
steel making in the region. Kinder Morgan will
receive carbon products by barge, rail, and truck that
will be used to produce steel in the region. More jobs
are expected to develop due to the expansion and the
city will receive increase tonnage fee revenue since
the city receives a tonnage fee for all materials that
move across the city's port on the Tenn-Tom
waterway.
Kinder Morgan's principle
customer in Monroe County is
Tronox in Hamilton. In 2007, KM
unloaded, stored, and blended
about 350,000 tons of mineral
products and loaded over 3,500
rail cars at theAmory terminal.
Completion of the expansion is
expected in the fall of 2008 and the
expansion project requires no
investment on the city's or
county's part. The infrastructure
is already in place at Amory's port
and power to the expansion will be
supplied by the city's new
electrical substation.
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Business Directory
Accountants-Certified Public
R. D. Miller & Company
(662) 369-6414
Greg Miller
204 W. Commerce
Aberdeen, MS 39730
The Byrne CPA Firm, P.A.
(662) 369-2913
Phillip Web
144 East Commerce Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Andra Faye Kiser
(662) 256-3695
30138 Hwy 371
Amory, MS 38821
Nail, McKinney, Tate and
Robinson
(662) 256-5603
204 Main St. S
Amory, MS 38821
Ron Aldridge CPA
(662) 256-2704
Amory, MS 38821
Advertising Agencies &
Counselors
Quest Group
(662) 494-0244
Cindy Hodo
225 West Main Street
West Point, MS 39773
Advertising-Newspaper
Monroe County Journal
(662) 369-4507
209 E. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
(662) 256-5647
115 S. Main St.
Amory, MS 38821
Advertising-Radio
WWZQ FM
(662) 369-4561
Ken Wardlaw
1053 S. Meridian St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
WAFM FM 95
(662) 256-8512
Ed Stanford
Hwy. 278 West
Amory, MS 38821
WAMY
(662) 256-9726
Ed Stanford
Hwy 278 W
Amory, MS
Air Conditioning Contractors &
Systems
Evans Plumbing & Air
Conditioning, Inc.
(662) 343-5391
J. C. Evans
40502 Old Hwy 45 S
Hamilton, MS 39746
Animal Hospitals
Amory Animal Hospital
(662) 256-3548
David Hildago
516 Hwy 278 W
Amory, MS 38821
Appliances-Major Dealers
B & B Furniture
(662) 369-9634
Larry Baggett
129 E. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Spencer's Furniture &
Appliances
(662) 369-9441
Jackie Spencer
309 Hwy 45 N.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Sears Authorized Retail
Dealer
(662) 256-7600
Nanette S. Shoemaker
1209 Hwy 278 E
Amory, MS 38821
Appliance Repair
Dahlem's Sales and
Service
(662) 369-2165
Donald Dahlem
P. O. Box 65
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Appraisals
Amory Appraisals
(662) 256-3237
Pete Patterson
907 James Street
Amory, MS 38821
Mitchell Appraisal Service
(662) 315-0008
Mark Mitchell
501 7th ST S
Amory, MS 38821
Assisted Living & Elder Care
Services
Oak Tree Plantation
(662) 256-8406
Fred C. Heckart
60139 Cotton Gin Port Rd.
Amory, MS 38821
Attorneys
Henry Applewhite
(662) 369-7783
105 N. Hickory St
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Michael D. Freed,
Attorney at Law
(662) 256-2977
214 Main Street South
Amory, MS 38821
Wendell Hobdy Bryan II
(662) 256-9601
205 S. Main
Amory, MS 38821
Ann Odom
(662) 256-3438
206 S Main
Amory, MS 38821
Thomas Brahan
(662) 369-8518
P.O. Box 28
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Moffett Law Firm
(662) 257-0809
T. K. Moffett
401 N Main Street
Amory, MS 38821
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Loden's Body Shop, Inc.
(662) 256-2539
Leslie or Shelia Grant
1417 Hwy 278 E
Amory, MS 38821
Bancorp South
(662) 343-8361
Shirley Huffman
Hwy 45 N.
Hamilton, MS 39746
Clark Ford
(662) 257-1900
Larry Clark
1410 Hwy 25 S
Amory, MS 38821
Auctioneers
Stevens Auction Co.
(662) 369-2200
Dwight Stevens
P. O. Box 58
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Cadence Bank
(662) 343-8323
40481 Hwy 45 S
Hamilton, MS 39746
Larry Clark ChevroletOldsmobile-Cadillac-GEO
(662) 256-9606
Larry Clark
Hwy 278 W
Amory, MS 38821
Banks
Bancorp South
(662) 369-9571
Bryan McCutchen
108 E Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Sam Stevens Motors, Inc.
(662) 256-8411
100 Hwy 6 N
Amory, MS 38821
Cadence Bank
(662) 369-6461
Nona Herndon
128 E Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Automobile Dealers
Larry Clark Chevrolet
(662) 369-2122
Jimmy Clark
317 Hwy 145 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Automobile Dealers Used Cars
& Vans
S & J Auto Sales and Auction
Co.
(662) 369-7645
Steve Colburn
51669 Hwy 25 South
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Auto Parts & Supplies
Hamilton Auto Parts Inc.
(662) 343-8342
Doug or Tommy Dahlem
40464 Highway 45 South
Hamilton, MS 39746
The Parts House
(662) 369-4566
Sally Randolph
200 Orange Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Automobile Repair & Service
Arnold's Auto Service
(662) 369-6841
Arnold Schrock
207 Quincy Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Wal-Mart SuperCenter
(662) 256-2129
Tony Wilson
Hwy 278 E.
Amory, MS 38821
56 Monroe
Renasant Bank
(662) 369-7075
Hozay Hausley
103 E Washington St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Amory Federal Savings & Loan
Association
(662) 256-9323
John Clingan
213 2nd Avenue N
Amory, MS 38821
Cadence Bank
(662) 256-7176
Greg Allen
110 3rd St. N
Amory, MS 38821
Renasant Bank
(662) 256-2661
Carter Naugher
201 Main St. N
Amory, MS 38821
Community Bank of Amory
(662) 256-8461
Jeff King
900 Main St. N
Amory, MS 38821
First Federal Savings & Loan
(662) 369-2772
Neil Hilliard
111 W. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Bank of Vernon
(205) 695-7141
Henry Adams
P.O. Box 309
Vernon, AL 35592
Barbers & Beauty Salons
Scissor Works
(662) 369-4095
Stephanie Sanders
306 E Commerce Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Bed & Breakfast
The Old Place Bed & Breakfast
(662) 257-1917
Theresa Glenn
60036 County Barn Road
Amory, MS 38821
Boat Manufacturers/Dealers
Nautic Star
(662) 256-5636
Phil Faulkner
500 Waterway Drive
Amory, MS 38821
Bottlers
Pepsi Americas
(662) 401-6302
Ed Houston
620 East President Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
Boutique Shops
(662) 698-2400
Jade Gaskin
500 South Main
Amory, MS 38821
MONROE COUNTY CO-OP
• Chemicals
• Animal Health
• Livestock Equipment
• Fertilizer & Seed
• Fencing Wire & Post
• Woods Equipment
• Carhartt Clothing
• Boots
Building Materials
Discount Building
Materials
(662) 256-9402
James Sisk
525 Hwy 278 W
Amory, MS 38821
Cable
MetroCast
Communications
(800)-365-6988
Rick Ferrell
P.O. Box 190
Booneville, MS 38829
300 E. Quincy St. • Aberdeen, MS
662-369-8175
1-877-785-7359
www.monroecountycoop.com
Carpet & Rug Dealers
Charlotte's Carpet & Rugs
(662) 257-6080
Charlotte Blake
307 N Main Street
Amory, MS 38821
Custom Blinds
Sales, Installation, & Service
Rock's Carpet One
(662) 256-4107
Roy Rock
201 Hwy 6 N
Amory, MS 38821
Cable One
(662)-328-1781
David Lusby
P.O. Box 1468
Columbus, MS 39701
Carwash
My Classic Carwash
(662) 256-7035
Jim Northington
1525 Hwy 278 East
Amory, MS 38821
Campers
Aberdeen R.V. Center
(662) 369-8745
Christopher Brown
21191 Hwy 45 Alternate
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Caterers
Mr. Charlie's Country Store
(662) 369-4822
Charlie Williams
815 N. Meridian St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Terrie Lynn's
(662) 369-2527
Terrie Lynn Brown
409 South Meridian Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
The Cottage Tea Room
(662) 369-1157
Susan Langford
109 E. Washington
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Check Cashing Service
Kwik Cash
(662) 369-6070
Bellena Criddle
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Cash Title/Check Depot
(662) 257-0800
Bridget Adams
60387 A Cotton Gin Port Rd
Amory, MS 38821
Money Matters
(662) 257-9400
Demika Ross
103 Hwy 6 N Suite B
Amory, MS 38821
Monroe 57
Cash-Title Exchange
(662) 369-4662
Heather Barnes
214 E. Commerce Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Chemical Manufacturing
Georgia Gulf
(662) 369-8111
Doug Knittig
Hwy. 25
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Tronox
(662) 343-8311
Bill Stone
40034 Tronox Road
Hamilton, MS 39746
Children's & Infants' Wear
EM's Children's Boutique &
Gifts
(662) 369-7272
Emily Mitchell
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Chiropractors
Edgil Family Chiropractic
Dr. Richard Edgil
(662) 256-7303
105 3rd St. N
Amory, MS 38821
Coffee Shops
Penny Lane's Java Café
(662) 436-1183
Penny Taylor
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Cleaning Service
Sparklean
(662) 256-5106
Danny Spreitler
Amory, MS 38821
Collection Services
Franklin Collection Service Inc.
(662) 844-7776
Krystal Black
P.O. Box 3910
Tupelo, MS 38803
Cleaners
Carlisle's Cleaners
(662) 256-2590
Mitch Livingston
604 N Main Street
Amory, MS 38821
Computer Graphic & Website
Design
Amory Photo & Design
(662) 436-5906
Colleen Conger
Amory, MS 38821
Clinics-Medical
Aberdeen Family Medical
Center
(662) 369-8018
305 Hwy. 45 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Computer Service & Repair
Computer Connection
(662) 257-2111
Andy or Casey Holloway
211 1st Avenue
Amory, MS 38821
Construction and Mechanical
Services
Scott and Sons
(662) 369-9546
Larry W. Knox
18 North Locust Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Contractors Equipment &
Supplies-Dealers & Service
Scribner Equipment Company
(662) 256-5425
Sally Prude
Hwy. 278 West
Amory, MS 38821
Contractors-General
Eutaw Construction Company
(662) 369-8868
Tom Elmore
109½ W. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
JBS Construction, Inc.
(662) 257-0344
Barry Strevel
P.O. Box 247
Amory, MS 38821
58 Monroe
EM’s
405 Meadowlane Drive
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Emily Mitchell
Eleanor L. Ashley
662-369-8273
662-871-9220
Fax: 662-369-4818
OWNER/REALTOR®
www.ashleyrealtycompany.com
Owner
130 E. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
THE FLOWER BASKET
Susan Evans & Faye Haywood
Owners
Phone 662-369-7272
Fax 662-369-7727
(662) 369-5757
A n t i q u e s • F l owe r s • G i f t s
662-369-2475 • 800-748-8737
flowerbasket123@bellsouth.net
Children’s Boutique & Gifts
Bea’s Antiques
121 E Commerce St
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Aberdeen, Mississippi 39730
Flora’s Collection
Women’s Clothing & Accessories
United Way of
Greater Monroe County
116 E Commerce St
Aberdeen, MS 39730
(662) 369-0190
Aberdeen
Antiques
137 E Commerce St
Aberdeen, MS 39730
(662) 369-1663
FINN'S
L
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Aberdeen, MS 39730
Min
Stora i
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1-800-533-8343
(662) 369-2393
FINN'S ENTERPRISES, INC.
Monroe 59
JESCO Inc. Construction
(901) 761-3660
Sid McMillan
600 S. Perkins Rd
Memphis, TN 39117
Magnum Metals/Riley
Construction Company
(662) 963-2131
Tim Riley
7293 Hwy 45
Nettleton, MS 38858
Convenience Stores
Crossroads
(662) 343-5577
Barry & Debbie Thompson
40058 Hamilton Road
Hamilton, MS 39746
Litco Express #32
(662) 256-7905
1002 Highland Drive
Amory, MS 38821
Texaco
(662) 369-6707
Felix Jackson
803 S. Meridian Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Cosmetics
Scissor Works
(662) 369-4095
Stephanie Sanders
Merle Norman Cosmetics
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Dance Instruction
Jumps Kicks and Splits
(662) 343-9287
Carla Ross
P.O. Box 222
Hamilton, MS 39746
Daycare - Child
MS P's Inc.
(662) 369-7414
Ida Orr
920 W. Canal Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Dentists
Dr. T. B. Shepherd, Jr.
(662) 369-4751
116 E. Washington
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Dr. Roger Wright
(662) 369-2063
513 W. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Dr. David Boyd
(662) 256-7163
805 Main St. North
Amory, MS 38821
Economic Development
Columbus-Lowndes
Development Link
800-748-8882
Joe Higgins
1102 Main Street
Columbus, MS 39701
Dr. M. T. McDonald
(662) 256-5601
400 2nd Ave. North
Amory, MS 38821
Electric Companies
City of Aberdeen
Adrian Garth
(662) 369-4731
612 W. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Helton Family Dental Care, P.A.
(662) 257-9700
Shawn Helton
1202 Guy Pickle Drive
Amory, MS 38821
City of Amory Utilities
(662) 256-5633
Tony Swan
129 Main Street N
Amory, MS 38821
Department Stores
Wal-Mart Supercenter
(662) 256-1590
Tony Wilson
1515 Hwy. 278 East
Amory, MS 38821
Monroe County Electric Power
Association
(662) 256-2962
Barry Rowland
P. O. Box 300
Amory, MS 38821
Fred's #1020
(662) 256-2373
905 Hwy 278 E.
Amory, MS 38821
Four County Electric Power
Association
(662) 327-8900
Allegra Brigham
Hwy. 82 West
Columbus, MS 39701
Diabetic & Respiratory Services
The Respiratory and Diabetes
Care Center LLC
(662) 256-8686
Amy Jones
Amory, MS 38821
Directories
Yellow Book
(662) 842-8862
Clara Hairston
430 East President Avenue
Tupelo, MS 38801- 5500
Draperies
Monroe Kut
(662) 369-8656
Dale Wilemon
328 Hwy. 45 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Employment Agencies
MS Dept of Employment
Security
(662) 256-2618
Sam Carpenter
1619 Hwy 25 North
Amory, MS 38821
WIN Job Center
(662) 256-5639
Stephanie Kitchens
1619 Hwy 25 North
Amory, MS 38821
Express Employment
Professionals
(662) 842-5500
Jim Goodwin
709 Robert E. Lee Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
Monroe 61
Engineers-Consulting
Concepts In Production, LLC
(662) 256-8333
Thomas Higgins
1208 Guy Pickle Drive
Amory, MS 38821
Neel-Schaffer, Inc.
(662) 890-6404
Dan Cordell
5740 Getwell Road, Building 2
Southaven, MS 38672
Excavating Contractors
Edgeworth Excavation
(662) 256-1586
Mike Edgeworth
60029 Summerford Drive
Smithville, MS 38870
Fabric Shops
Galloway Fabrics
(662) 256-4572
Amory, MS 38821
Farm Supplies & Feed
Mattox Feed Mill
(662) 369-4546
Edward Mattox
North Maple
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Monroe County Co-op
(662) 369-8175
David Hodges
206 Quincy St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Financing
(662) 256-9323
John Clingan
213 2nd Ave. North
Amory, MS 3882
Amory Finance Corp.
(662) 256-7126
Elmer or Beverly Hamilton
409 N Main
Amory, MS 38821
Republic Finance
(662) 256-9116
Carla Eldridge
304 Hwy 278 E. Suite B
Amory, MS 38821
62 Monroe
Floor Materials
Discount Building Materials &
Carpets
(662) 256-9402
James Sisk
525 Hwy. 278 West
Amory, MS 38821
Florists
Aberdeen Floral
(662) 369-9401
Lawson Grimes
211 S. Meridian St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Amory Flower Shop
(662) 256-2092
Barbara Howell
507 3rd Ave. South
Amory, MS 38821
Pickle Funeral Home
(662) 256-2644
Warren Pickle
500 3rd Ave. South
Amory, MS 38821
Furniture
B & B Furniture
(662) 369-9634
Larry Baggett
129 E. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Spencer's Furniture &
Appliances
(662) 369-9441
Jackie Spencer
309 Hwy. 45 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
The Flower Basket
(662) 369-2475
Susan Evans
Aberdeen, Ms 39730
Furniture Manufacturers
FFM, Inc.
(662) 256-9665
Kevin Trautman
1113 Hatley Road
Amory, MS 38821
Ruth's Warehouse
(662) 369-6297
Ruth Carter
Aberdeen, Ms 39730
Lane Furniture Industries
(662) 256-4078
Rod Whitlock
30440 Hwy 41
Nettleton, MS 38858
Foresters Consulting
Cole Creek Forestry
(662) 343-9287
Sterling Coleman
40249 Caledonia Road
Hamilton, MS 39746
United Furniture Industries
(662) 257-1811
John Cox
60063 Puckett Drive
Amory, MS 38821
Foundations - Education
Gilmore Foundation, Inc.
(662) 257-2395
Danny J. Spreitler
203 Gilmore Drive
Amory, MS 38821
Funeral Directors
Tisdale-Lann Memorial Funeral
Home
(662) 369-2211
Kenny Tisdale
100 W. Washington St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Townhouse Home Furnishings
(662) 651-5441
Jeremy Lafayette, President
Tony Watson, CFO
60012 Industrial Drive
Furniture Supplies
Southern Foam
(662) 256-7769
Mark Spradling
1105 5th Avenue South
Amory, MS 38821
Garden Centers
Village Green
(662) 256-5707
Catherine Funderburk
1400 Highland Drive
Amory, MS 38821
Gas Companies
Atmos Energy
(800) 863-7749
Ken Smith
(662) 328-3521
1423 Main Street
Columbus, MS 39701
Teppco
(was Mieco)
(662) 369-6561
Trip Tacker
20096 Norm Connell Road
Aberdeen, MS 39730
M & W Butane Gas Co. Inc.
(662) 256-3082
Chuck Clement
201 Dill Street
Amory, MS 38821
Gas - Storage
Monroe Gas Storage
(303) 951-4280
Kevin Legg
1200 17th Street, Suite 2100
Denver, CO 80202
Southeast Gas and Storage
Oney Temple
1001 Louisian Street
Houston, TX 77702
Gift Shops
Monogram Magic by BB
(662) 369-2726
Robin Bounds
312 Highway 145 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Timeless Treasures
(662) 369-2066
Barbara Easterling
105 Drake Ave.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Sunshine on Main
(662) 256-9967
Billie Young (& Charlie)
202 Main Street N
Amory, MS 38821
Golf Courses
River Birch Golf Course
(662) 256-3419
Annette Smith
60007 Birchwood Lane
Amory, MS 38821
Grocers
Big Star
(662) 369-4813
118 Meridian St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Mr. Charlie's
(662) 369-4822
Charlie Williams
815 N. Meridian St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Piggly Wiggly
(662) 369-8272
201 East Washington Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Hardware
Lann Hardware
(662) 369-2571
Walter Lann III
111 E. Commerce
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Hamilton Hardware and Supply
(662) 343-8966
Jennifer Butters
40193 Hamilton Road
Hamilton, MS 39746
Health Clubs
Anytime Fitness
(662) 512-2295
Kenny Stubblefield
60381 Cotton Gin Port Road
Amory, MS 38821
Hospices
Heritage Hospice
(662) 257-9811
Carol Crausby
231 N Main Street
Amory, MS 38821
Heart to Heart Hospice
(662) 871-4825
Stephanie West
1002 McKinley Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
Hospitals
Pioneer Community Hospital of
Aberdeen
(662) 369-2455
400 S. Chestnut St
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Gilmore Memorial Regional
Medical Center
(662) 256-7111
Dwayne Blaylock
1105 Earl Frye Blvd.
Amory, MS 38821
Hotels
Heritage Inn & Suites
(662) 256-7760
Nancy Benton
801 US Hwy 278 West
Amory, MS 38821
Industrial Waste Disposal
Mississippi Industrial Waste
Disposal
(662) 328-5528
Wade Jones
P. O. Box 801
Columbus, MS 39701
Insurance
ALFA Insurance
(662) 369-3292
Earl Connell
Aberdeen, MS 39730
West Central & Company Inc.
(662) 369-9301
Gwen Jolly
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Galloway Chandler McKinney
Insurance
(662) 369-8681
Mike Manning
Aberdeen, MS 39730
State Farm Insurance
(662) 369-0337
Glenn Summers
310 Hwy 145 N
Aberdeen, MS 39730
The Williams Agency, Inc.
(662) 369-9588
Charlie Williams
100 W Commerce Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Monroe 63
Galloway Chandler
McKinney
(662) 256-1100
Jack Campbell
108 N. Main Street
Amory, MS 38821
Marketplace Insurance
(662) 257-6111
Staub Halbert
Amory, MS 38821
Shelter Insurance
(662) 256-4555
Carla Glasgow
P.O. Drawer 790
Amory, MS 38821
Mass Mutual Financial Group
(662) 327-9686
Paul Lasky
422 Forest Glen Drive
Columbus, MS 39705
Insurance-Burial
Tisdale-Lann Memorial Funeral
Home
(662) 369-2211
Kenny Tisdale
100 W. Washington St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Roberts Jewelry
(662) 256-3215
Malcolm Roberts
206 N. Main
Amory, MS 38821
Lisa's Jewelry
(662) 257-6072
Mike Tyree
311 N. Main
Amory, MS 38821
Loans
(662) 369-2772
Neil Hilliard
111 W. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Association
(662) 256-9323
John Clingan
213 2nd Avenue N
Amory, MS 38821
Amory Finance Corp.
(662) 256-7126
Elmer or Beverly Hamilton
409 N Main
Amory, MS 38821
See Banks
Pickle Funeral Home
(662) 256-2644
Warren Pickle
500 3rd Ave. South
Amory, MS 38821
American Burial
(662) 369-9351
Eric Mathews
600 W. Vine Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Lumber
East Mississippi Lumber Co.
(662) 369-8601
115 N Matubba Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
FFM Planning Division
(662) 256-3705
Kevin Trautman
60198 Smithville Road
Amory, MS 38821
Janitors Equipment & Supplies
Lann Chemical & Supply
(662) 369-8338
Steve Gaskin
22019 Hwy 45 N
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Puckett Industries
(662) 256-7144
Thomas Greer
5th Ave. North
Amory, MS 38821
Jewelers
Buxton Jewelry & Music Store
(662) 369-2681
Lane Conner
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Machine Works
Palmer Machine Works
(662) 256-2636
Larry Palmer
104th St. South
Amory, MS 38821
64 Monroe
Meat Packers
Comer Packing Company
(662) 369-9325
Jimmy Comer
South Poplar Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Medical Equipment
Med Point, LLC
(662) 256-4766
Phillip Minga
1600 Highland Drive
Amory, MS 38821
The Respiratory and Diabetes
Care Center LLC
(662) 256-8686
Amy Jones
Amory, MS 38821
Monograms
Monogram Magic by BB
(662) 369-2726
Robin Bounds
312 Highway 145 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Mortgages
Southwest Funding
(662) 256-7710
Kimberly Parks
108 5th Avenue NW
Amory, MS 38821
Music
Underground Music
(662) 369-8308
Antonio Rogers
113 S. Meridian Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Musical Instruments-Dealers
Buxton Jewelry & Music Store
(662) 369-2681
Lane Conner
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Newspapers
(662) 369-4507
209 E. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
(662) 256-5647
115 S. Main St.
Amory, MS 38821
Northeast Mississippi Daily
Journal
(662) 842-2611
Bill Hannah
P. O. Box 909
Tupelo, MS 38802
Office Furniture & EquipmentDealers
Star Printing Company
(662) 256-8424
Robert Boozer
1223 Hwy. 278 East
Amory, MS 38821
Non-Profit Organizations
Aberdeen Main Street
(662) 369-4864
Glen Houston
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Optometrists-OD (Eyes)
Dr. Steve Randle
(662) 256-8481
307 S. Main St.
Amory, MS 38821
Amory Main Street Association
Jim Dye
(662) 256-8700
Amory, MS 38821
The Vision Center
(662) 256-9711
Tom Powell, O.D.
607B Earl Frye Blvd.
Amory, MS 38821
Ability Works
(662) 369-2227
50006 Runway Drive
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Other
Aberdeen Rotary Club
(662) 369-7346
Norman Smith
114 Hwy 145 N
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Historic Aberdeen Association
(662) 319-8730
Marty Hansen
1206 Barksdale Drive
Aberdeen, MS 39730
United Way of Greater Monroe
County
(662) 369-4983
(662) 257-0557
Patti Parker
1619 Hwy 25 N
Amory, MS 38821
Nursing Homes
Care Center of Aberdeen
(662) 369-6432
Cheri Wilbanks
505 Jackson Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Golden Living Center
(662) 256-9344
Donna Ballard
Amory, MS 38821
River Place Nursing Center
(662) 257-9919
Amory, MS 38821
Knotts Enterprise
(662) 315-3637
Caleb Knotts
704 S Chestnut Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Oxygen
Praxair, Inc.
(662) 343-8336
Tom Partin
P. O. Box 35
Hamilton, MS 39746
Paint
Lann Hardware
(662) 369-2571
Walter Lann III
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Sherwin-Williams Co.
(662) 369-9333
102 E. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Amory Paint Depot, LLC
(662) 256-8016
Kent or Nicky Collins
407 Front Street North
Amory, MS 38821
Pallets
Tenn/Tom Pallet Co.
(662) 369-9341
Tony Provias
718 Hwy 25 S
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Peanut Processing
Birdsong Peanuts
(662) 369-7383
Brian Atkins
10023 Summit Drive
Prairie, MS 39756
Pest Control Services
James Pest Management
(662) 369-6317
Linda Burk
321 Hwy 145 N
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Petroleum Products
MIECO Terminal & Marketing
(662) 369-6561
Rick Worley
20096 Norm Connell Drive
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Pharmacies
Currie's Family Care Pharmacy
(662) 369-7775
Currie Bounds
314 Hwy 145 N
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Carson Natural Health Center
(662) 257-1012
Phillip Carson R. Ph.
Amory, MS 38821
Photo Restoration
Amory Photo & Design
(662) 436-5906
Colleen Conger
Amory, MS 38821
Physicians & Surgeons-MDRadiology
Radiology Clinic
(662) 256-5807
411 S. Main St.
Amory, MS 38821
Monroe 65
Physicians & Surgeons-MD & DO
Aberdeen Family Medical
Center
(662) 369-8018
305 Hwy. 45 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Railroads
Mississippian Railway
(662) 256-3544
Buddy Carlisle
P.O. Box 446
Amory, MS 38821
Recreational Vehicles-Dealers
Aberdeen RV Center
(662) 369-8745
Christopher Brown
20183 Hwy. 8 West
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Physicians & Surgeons-MDObstetrics & Gynecology
Physicians & Surgeons
Clinic OB/GYN
(662) 256-9331
Fred Drews
900 Earl Frye Blvd., Ste. A
Amory, MS 38821
Real Estate
Ashley Realty Company
(662) 369-8213
Eleanor Ashley
405 Meadowlane Drive
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Rehabilitation Services
Regional Rehabilitation Center
(662) 842-1891
Joanna Kirkpatrick
615 Pegram Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
Southern Realty & Management
(662) 369-7061
Marsha Ballard
P. O. Box 1061
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Rental Service
Busy B Rentals
(662) 256-2333
Steve Fowlkes
110 Hwy 6 North
Amory, MS 38821
Picture Frames - Dealers
Robbins Nest Frame Shop
(662) 257-9882
Tina Robbins
210 North Main
Amory, MS 38821
Plumbers
Aberdeen Plumbing
(662) 369-2078
Nelson Lee
303 W Jefferson
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Evans Plumbing & Air
Conditioning, Inc.
(662) 343-5391
J. C. Evans
40502 Old Hwy 45 S
Hamilton, MS 39746
Printers
Allmond Printing Company
(662) 369-4848
John Allmond
603 W. Commerce
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Mid-South Fine Printers
(662) 256-8209
Skip Miles
111 S. Main St.
Amory, MS 38821
Star Printing Company
(662) 256-8424
Robert Boozer
1223 Hwy. 278 East
Amory, MS 38821
66 Monroe
Amory Discount Pope's
Realty
(662) 256-7166
James & Mary Ann Pope
1421 Hwy 278 E
Amory, MS 38821
Amory Realty, Inc.
(662) 256-3723
Carla Sloan
P.O. Drawer 790
Amory, MS 38821
Coldwell Banker
(662) 322-5614
Melissa Knotts
60080 Fowlkes Rd.
Amory, MS 38821
Crye-Leike Properties Unlimited
(662) 346-9657
Cotina Whitley
20381 Old Houston Road
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Williams Gap Investments LLC
(248) 345-0678
Ted Williams
30474 Knighton Drive
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Leech Real Estate Inc.
(662) 256-9939
Penny Leech-Freed
214 South Main Street
Amory, MS 38821
Restaurants
Bo Riley's
(662) 256-8334
Bo Ford
1309 Highland Drive
Amory, MS 38821
Earnest B. Barbeque
(662) 346-9442
Earnest B. Morgan
604 Hwy 278 West
Amory, MS 38821
Fountain Grill
(662) 369-2361
Shelia Moore
303 Hwy 145 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Huddle House
(662) 257-9728
Larry Knotts
1511 Hwy 278 E
Amory, MS 38821
McDonald's
(662) 369-9886
Robert Tomey
201 Hwy. 45 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
McDonald's
(662) 257-9600
Robert Tomey
804 Hwy. 278 East
Amory, MS 38821
Mildred's
(662) 369-8406
Mildred Murff
51667 Highway 8 East
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Oasis European Cuisine
(662) 256-7118
Mike or Chanda Haba
119 North Main St.
Amory, MS 38821
Shelaine Restaurant
(662) 369-3352
Randy Nichols
202 Hwy. 45 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Sonic
(662) 369-8181
Bob Richardson
808 South Chestnut Street
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Sonic
(662) 963-3064
Terry Tucker
US Hwy 45
Nettleton, MS 38858
Sonic
(662) 256-5090
Greg Malatesta
1519 Hwy 278 E
Amory, MS 38821
The Friendship House
Restaurant
(662) 257-2211
Doug & Stephanie Fowlkes
20037 Doss Drive
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Wendy's Old Fashion
Hamburgers
(662) 256-5951
Chris Mullins
900 Hwy. 278 East
Amory, MS 38821
Sports Equipment Manufacturer
True Temper Sports
(662) 256-5605
Tommy Griffith
1010 True Temper Circle
Amory, MS 38821
Retirement & Life Care
Communities & Homes
Oak Tree Plantation
(662) 256-8406
Fred Heckart
60139 Cotton Gin Port Road
Amory, MS 38821
Swimming Pool Service &
Repair
Amory Lawn & Pool Service,
Inc.
Judy Baxter
(662) 256-5909
500 North Main
(662) 256-8156
Amory, MS 38821
Savings & Loan Associations
(662) 369-2772
Neil Hilliard
111 W. Commerce
Aberdeen, MS 39730
(662) 256-9323
John Clingan
213 2nd Ave. North
Amory, MS 38821
Schools-Academic-Secondary
& Elementary
City of Aberdeen Schools
(662) 369-4682
Dr. George Gilreath
Hwy. 45 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
City of Amory Schools
(662) 256-5991
Jim Sappington
Crump Boulevard
Amory, MS 38821
The Grill at Riverbirch
(662) 256-2300
Bobbie or Dickie Miller
60012 Birchwood Lane
Amory, MS 38821
Monroe County Schools
(662) 257-2176
Superintendent of Education
Scott Cantrell
1619 Hwy 25 North
Amory, MS 38821
Tony's Café
(662) 369-2079
Teresa Davis
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Oak Hill Academy
(662) 494-5043
Mr. Bill Miley
800 N. Eshman
West Point, MS 39773
Tax Return Preparation
H & R Block
(662) 369-2844
Pat Jones
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
(662) 256-2769
Alicia Elliot
241 N. Main
Amory, MS 38821
R. D. Miller & Company
(662) 369-6414
Greg Miller
204 W. Commerce
Aberdeen, MS 39730
H & R Block
(662) 256-4868
916 Hwy 278 E
Amory, MS 38821
Andra Faye Kiser
(662) 256-3695
30138 Hwy. 371
Amory, MS 38821
Nail McKinney
(662) 256-5603
204 Main St. South
Amory, MS 38821
H & R Block
(662) 963-3300
175A Young Street
Nettleton, MS 38858
www.gomonroe.org
Monroe 67
Telephone Equip. & SystemsDlrs., Svce. & Repair
Switzer Communications
Solutions
(662) 369-9128
David Switzer
215 Ausborn Lane
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Telephone Service
BellSouth Telecommunications
(662) 841-8300
P.O. Box 749
Tupelo, MS 38802
Smithville Telephone Company,
Inc.
(662) 651-4131
Roger Thompson
63470 Hwy. 25 North
Television Stations
WTVA/WLOV/WKDH
(662) 842-7620
Kristie Blaes
Ext. 63
1359 Road 681
Tupelo, MS 38802
Terminal Operators
Kinder Morgan Terminal
(662) 256-9484
Jim Strawn
101 Waterway Drive N
Amory, MS 38821
Tire Dealers
Amory Tire & Rubber Company
(662) 256-5314
Barry Jones
505 Main St. North
Amory, MS 38821
OK Tire
(662) 369-2416
Dennis Moon
413 Hwy 145 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Title Loans
Cash Title/Check Depot
(662) 257-0800
Bridget Adams
60387 A Cotton Gin Port Rd
Amory, MS 38821
68 Monroe
Cash-Title Exchange
(662) 369-4662
Heather Barnes
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Money Matters
(662) 257-9400
Demika Ross
103 Hwy 6 N Suite B
Amory, MS 38821
Kwik Cash
(662) 369-6070
Bellena Criddle
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Towing
Monroe Towing
(662) 257-9446 (day)
(662) 315-5180 (night)
Chris Harris
61040 Hwy 278 E
Amory, MS 38821
Transportation Service
Cheyennes Total Care
(662) 369-0430
Patricia Clay
122 West Commerce Street
Prairie, MS 39656
Tree Service
Thompson's Tree Service
(662) 640-2138
(662) 640-2137
Phillip Thompson
60081 County Barn Road
Amory, MS 38821
Truck Covers & Shells
Aberdeen RV Center
(662) 369-8745
Christopher Brown
21191 Hwy 45 Alternate
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Trucking
Bell and Sons Trucking
(662) 369-7131
James Bell
40129 Hwy 45 South
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Truck Stop
Smokie's
662-447-2996
Lee and Sandra Edens
30003 Shepherd Drive East
Okolona, MS 38860
Valves
ITT Engineered Valves
(662) 256-7185
Randle Wigginton
1110 Hatley Road
Amory, MS 38821
Veterinarians
Amory Animal Hospital
(662) 256-3548
David Hildago
516 Hwy. 278 West
Amory, MS 38821
Wallpapers & Wallcoverings
Sherwin-Williams
(662) 369-9333
102 E. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Weight Loss Service
Bios Life Franchise
(662) 315-4922
Al & Sharon K White
40068 Motes Roberts Rd
Hamilton, MS 39746
Welding
Thompson Welding
(662) 343-8955
Vicki Thompson
40005 Church Road
Hamilton, MS 39746
Women's Apparel
Flora's Collections
(662) 269-0190
Flora Outlaw
116 E. Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
(662) 698-2400
Jade Gaskin
500 South Main
Amory, MS 38821
Wood Manufacturing
CKS Energy Inc.
(662) 257-2150
Corey Glenn
205 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Amory, MS 38821
Craftsmanship + Technology
Allmond Printing
Since 1957
603 West Commerce St. • Aberdeen, Mississippi 39730
662-369-4848 • Fax 662-369-8242
Monroe 69
Individual Membership Directory
Howard & Brenda Boozer
1706 Maple Street
Amory, MS 38821
662-256-5776
Mary Lib Francis
19 Raleigh Circle
Amory, MS 38821
662-256-8451
John Creekmore
103 4th Avenue North
Amory, MS 38821
662-256-8208
Nolan Bowen
P.O. Box 685
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-6132
Dwight Hood
243 N. Main Street
Amory, MS 38821
662-256-9296
Laurie H. Powell
1218 Williamsburg Dr.
Amory, MS 38821
662-315-6067
Ralph Bradley
402 S. Franklin St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-2714
Judge David Houston III
P.O. Drawer 867
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-2624
Patsy Claxton
1203 Barksdale Dr.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-8266
Steve Brandon
9135 Stoney Mountain Dr
Chattanooga, TN 37421
662-315-0678
Robert Hudson
P.O. Box 128
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-8126
Bill Fowlkes
P.O. Box 389
Amory, MS 38821
Senator Hob Bryan
P.O. Box 75
Amory, MS 38821
662-256-9601
Gregg Kennedy
P.O. Box 125
662-651-4411
Fernando Davis
Ways to Work
101 West Commerce St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-6997
Jim Buffington
402 South Matubba
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-4985
Lisa Mobley
115 A South Meridian St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-9411
Doris B. Morton-Blanchard
408 North Columbus St.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-2696
Dr. R.E. Coghlan
502 South Chestnut
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-2411
Howard Moon
P.O. Box 128
Becker, MS 38825
662-256-2271
Sam Jaynes
P.O. Box 752
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Jim Crosby
209 South Franklin
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-6541
Sylvia Patterson
P.O. Box 344
Amory, MS 38821
662-256-8078
Carter Dobbs
P.O. Box 517
Amory, MS 38821
662-256-5697
Daniel B. Rogers
1 Old Rogers Place
Amory, MS 38821
662-257-9673
Jim Edwards
730 West Commerce
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-8723
Robert & Kathy Seymour
303 South Franklin
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-4412
Bob Forbus
213 S Main Street
Amory, MS 38821
662-256-3626
70 Monroe
Virgie Buckingham
817 High Street Ext.
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-4692
Durar Judeh
201 Hwy 145 North
Aberdeen, MS 39730
662-369-9890
Gerald Goldsborough Sr.
50536 Old Hwy 6
Amory, MS 38821-9015
662-315-4035
Randy & Patti Parker
P.O. Box 612
Amory, MS 38821
662-2547-0557
Kathy Nerren
896 Stratford Lane
Amory, MS 38821
662-257-5684
Tronox produces high-performance titanium dioxide
pigment, a whitener and opacifier for hundreds of
everyday products, from paint and coatings to plastic,
paper, food and cosmetics. At its Hamilton facility, it
also produces sodium chlorate for the environmentally
preferred pulp bleaching process used in the
production of paper. n Our ongoing success is
attributable to our talented employees. They set us
apart from our competitors by adding value beyond the
product through their creativity, innovation and focus on
customers. n Tronox and its employees also add value
to the communities where we operate, with a
commitment to sound safety and environmental
practices and a belief in giving back to our community.
Tronox LLC
40034 Tronox Road
Hamilton, MS 39746
662-343-8311
Tronox. Adding value beyond the product.
www.tronox.com

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