Visitor’s & Resource Guide 2021

An $11.7 million two-lane bridge replacement at Tucker will be completed this fall. — Photo by Jonathan Addy Philadelphia-Neshoba County Page 2, 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021, Page 3 Page 4, 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021, Page 5 New in town? What you need to know

UTILITIES Central Electric does not pro- dents twice a week. The fee is 656-4541, or 601-656-4541. Neshoba countians may obtain Electricity and water for resi- vide water service to the county. $11.70 per month and is included their licenses on Monday through dents in the city of Philadelphia The Central Water Association, in the utility bill. For county resi- DRIVER’S LICENSE Friday at the Driver’s License Sta- are provided by Philadelphia Util- located at 915 Valley View Dr., dents, the garbage disposal fee is Those who move into Missis- tion at the south end of Neshoba ities located at 435 Myrtle St. The services all county water cus- $37.50 for three months and can sippi have 60 days to obtain a new County Coliseum. phone number is 601-656-1121. tomers. The CWA phone number be paid at the county Tax Collec- driver’s license. If you have a The office is normally open If you are rent or own your is 601-656-6171. tor/Assessor’s Office at the valid out-of-state license, you from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The tele- home or apartment, you can Renters in the Central Water Neshoba County Courthouse, need only to take the vision test. phone number is 601-656-6120. expect to pay a $350 deposit for Association district can expect to Suite 105. To receive your license, bring two electricity and a $75 deposit for pay a $200 fee for an existing proofs of residence, birth certifi- water service. There is a $15 addi- meter and should provide direc- VEHICLE LICENSE PLATES cate and your Social Security card VOTER REGISTRATION tional service fee for both water tions to the property, a mailing If you moved from another along with your current out-of- Residents who have lived in and electricity connection. address and the name of the previ- county within Mississippi, the state license. Cost is $24 cash for a Neshoba County at least 30 days You will need a picture ID, a ous tenant, if available. county Tax Collector’s office says four-year license and $47 cash for may register to vote at the Circuit rent receipt and a Social Security If you own your home, the fee you do not have to get a Neshoba an eight-year license. Debit or Clerk’s Office in the Neshoba card. Businesses need a tax ID. is $100 and the same information County tag until your current car credit cards are also accepted. County Courthouse Suite 110. County residents should con- is still needed. tag expires. You will need to bring The charge for an ID is $17. The Circuit Clerk is Patti Dun- tact Central Electric, located at If you need natural gas service your old plate and receipt. If you Those getting a license for the can Lee. It is helpful to know your 1045 Holland Ave., and can be for your home, you need to con- have moved from out-of-state, you first time should bring both their 911 address and have your driver’s contacted at 601-656-2601. You tact CenterPoint Energy. You can have 30 days to obtain a Missis- original Social Security card and license. The minimum voting age should expect to pay a deposit expect to pay a $75 deposit up sippi car tag. original birth certificate and two is 18. You must register at least 30 based on location and credit rat- front and a $40 connection charge You will need to bring the proofs of residence. days prior to any election to be ing, plus a $25 membership into on your first bill and you will need name and address of any lien hold- There is an additional fee of $1 entitled to vote in that election. the Central Electric Power Associ- to provide proof of residency and ers, if any, and your old plate. if your driver’s license has Registration can also be sent ation and a $35 service fee up identification when you pay your Car tags are obtained at the expired. through the mail to 401 East Bea- front. deposit. For any questions, call county Tax Assessor/Collector’s The cost is $7 for a permit and con St., Suite 110. Residents can Good credit may qualify you CenterPoint Energy at 800-371- Office in the Neshoba County $11 for an intermediate license for also register at city hall, located at for a waivered fee. With a bad 5417. Courthouse, Suite 105. ages 15 and 16. Testing is done 525 Main St. credit check, the deposit is still GARBAGE COLLECTION The Tax Assessor/Collector is from 8 to 4 p.m. For voter registration ques- required and will be based on your The city of Philadelphia pro- Mike Lewis. Those 17 and under must also tions, call Lee at 601-656-4781, or credit score and location. vides garbage disposal for its resi- You can reach the office at 601- show proof of school attendance. City Hall at 601-656-3612. Neshoba General Hospital

Philadelphia is home to Nesho- Radiology and the Food and Drug chronic neck and lower-back pain, Pavilion at 213 East Hospital ba General Hospital and Neshoba Administration. Neshoba’s CT work-related injuries or automo- Road Philadelphia. Neshoba County Nursing Home where the and MRI services are accredited bile accidents, shingles pain, acute Medical Associates combines the medical staff offers a variety of by The Intersocietal Accreditation or chronic sympathetic pain, services of Pediatric Medicine, specialties in areas ranging from Commission. Interpretations are fibromyalgia, chronic headaches Internal Medicine and Family family medicine to pain manage- provided by Lakeland Radiology and more. Medicine in one central location. ment. of Flowood. Neshoba Outpatient Infusion Pediatric providers are Dr. Julia Neshoba General’s emergency Services provided by Nesho- Center is an innovative and cost- Riley, Dr. Laraib Tabba and Ann room is a designated Level IV ba’s Respiratory Therapy Depart- effective alternative to time con- Richardson, CFNP. Internal Medi- Trauma Center. The hospital ment include EKG, EKG stress suming hospitalization for your cine providers are Dr. Dwight operates a paramedic-level ambu- testing, holter/event monitoring, intravenous therapy treatment. Keady, and Shelley Darby, FNP- lance service. Neshoba General pulmonary function testing, blood Conveniently located and closely C. Family Medicine providers are EMS Department covers the coun- gas and EEG testing. Adjacent to monitored by Dr. Dwight Keady Dr. Heather Cannon, Dr. Hailey ty with 3 ambulances staffed with the Respiratory Department is specializing in infusion therapy. Thompson, and Paula Clearman, a paramedic and EMT 24-hours Neshoba Outpatient Sleep Center Department offers occupational, Neshoba County Nursing CFNP. Neshoba Urgent Care - per day. They have an extra that is dedicated to diagnosing and physical, speech and aquatic ther- Home is a division of Neshoba Family Medicine Clinic is located ambulance staffed daily from treating sleeping disorders. The apy to patients from pediatrics to General. NCNH has 160 beds. at 1120 E. Main Street, Philadel- 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Neshoba Sleep Center provides both inpa- geriatrics. Neshoba Outpatient 140 of those beds are utilized for phia. Urgent Care providers are Ambulance Enterprise are mem- tient and outpatient sleep assess- Therapy is located at 205 East Long Term Care and/or Short stay Dr. Bobby Smith, and Jesse bers of the Central Mississippi ments, staffed by experts in the Hospital Road in Philadelphia, rehabilitation purposes. The Stokes, FNP-C. Family Medicine Emergency Medical Services Dis- areas of pulmonary medicine, neu- MS. remaining 20 beds are designated Providers are Dr. Grant Guild and trict. rology, clinical psychology, and The Neshoba Wound Care as a Memory Care Unit. NCNH Shannon Kirkland, FNP-C. Inpatient and scheduled outpa- otolaryngology. (ear, nose and Center offers convenient and com- provides Nursing Care, Social Neshoba Central Clinic, located tient surgeries are routinely per- throat). prehensive outpatient treatment Services, Dietary needs, Physical, on-campus at 1002 Saint Frances formed in our surgery suite. Also Senior Life is a 10- bed inpa- for acute and chronic non-healing Occupational and Speech Thera- Drive, provider Jennifer Phillips, offered is 24-hour coverage in tient Geriatric Psychiatric unit wounds, with surgical or non-sur- pies, and Activities to enhance the CFNP. Surgery Clinic of Philadel- service areas such as: specializing in treating and reliev- gical treatment. lives of the residents residing in phia is located at 1003 Holland Fulltime Diagnostic Radiology ing symptoms for senior patients The Neshoba Pain Manage- the facility. The hospital owns and Avenue, in the Neshoba County and CT services. Mammography, who have psychiatric conditions ment Center provides comprehen- operates 4 local clinics, including Medical Arts Clinic. Dr. Andy MRI, Ultrasound, Bone Density and behavioral/emotional distur- sive pain management that is cus- an Urgent Care Clinic, which Dabbs performs General Surgery and is offered Monday – Friday bances. Senior Life offers patients tomized for each patient's needs. opens 7-days per week for our located in Suite 101. 7:30 AM – 4 PM. Our Mammog- safe and comprehensive behav- The clinic serves a multitude of patient convenience. Neshoba raphy Department is fully-accred- ioral health treatment services. patients suffering from acute or Medical Associates clinic is locat- ited by the American College of Neshoba Outpatient Therapy ed inside the Neshoba Medical Page 6, 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021 Philadelphia-Neshoba County Historical Museum

The Philadelphia-Neshoba ture in the area. ing local groups out there like County Historical Museum hous- “Agriculture has brought sev- Leadership Neshoba. He said es a variety of artifacts including eral different types of farming to many are surprised to find the farm equipment, war relics and an our county throughout the years,” wealth of knowledge about where intact vintage Neshoba County Alford said. “As the years go on it they are from that is available to Fair cabin. changes. It changes how people them. Opened in 1992, this museum live and what they grow.” Alford encourages potential explores local history in the 19th- Alford said that they have a patrons to come on there own or in century George Pegram Wood- variety of farm implements dating groups. He said they often accom- ward home at 303 Water Ave. The back as far as the early 1800s on modate church groups from all museum does not charge a fee and display that illustrate the changes over, though said with larger is open to the public Monday the county has seen. groups it is best to call ahead. through Friday. Another exhibit includes war “It would take a half a day or Mack Alford has been board relics form a confederate battle more to see everything,” Alford chairman of the museum for 10 flag to a uniform worn during said. “I recommend people come years. Alford has always enjoyed World War I and an exhibit dedi- in and take their time.” history. He was a history major in cated to two local soldiers killed in He also said that the board, college and taught in the Philadel- Iraq, First Lt. Matt Stovall and appointed by the county and city, phia school system in various Sgt. Joshua Shane Ladd. tries to keep new pieces coming in roles from teacher to coach to Other exhibits highlight and update other exits when they principal for 30 years. He has been notable people from Neshoba can. retired for 20 years and now pas- County, including Blues legend “I always ask people how long tors a small church near John- Otis Rush and Little Debbie it has been since they last were at sonville. founder O.D. McKee who lived in the museum,” Alford said. “If it “I have always enjoyed histo- the Dixon community for a time Marty Stuart on display at the Philadelphia-Neshoba County has been a few years, chances are ry,” Alford said. “I think it is before eventually moving to Chat- you could come back by and see important to preserve things of the tanooga and launching the iconic Historical Museum. something new.” past and that is a big part of what baked goods empire. probably the one we get asked people coming in wanting to see You can visit the museum on the museum does.” There is a whole room dedicat- about the most. I know he men- where he is from.” Water Avenue or call 601-656- Alford said his favorite exhibit ed Marty Stuart. tions the county and the museum Chamber/Main Street Director 1284 for more information. centers on the history of agricul- “Our Marty Stuart exhibit is on stage a lot and we always get Tim Moore said he enjoys bring- Philadelphia-Neshoba County Public Library

Visitors to the Philadelphia- offering quiet and shaded read- Neshoba County Public Library ing. take advantage of the many The Philadelphia-Neshoba resources available. County Public Library has some- Since 1929, the library has thing for everyone and the ability been serving the needs of children to meet all of your information and adults in the red clay hills of needs. The library offers an exten- Neshoba County. sive collection of books, periodi- The current 12,000 square-foot cals, DVDs and CDS, as well as facility midway down Depot Hill eBooks, databases and archives between Beacon and Main streets online. opened on Dec. 5, 1976, and has Great events are offered to the been renovated several times. public for free at the library on a In 2015, a new Library Book- regularly occurring basis. mobile was launched into service, With a new focus on technolo- making stops at county areas, gy, the library offers free wi-fi. events, and local groups like the Finally, if you’re in need of tech- Boys and Girls Club of Philadel- nical support, the library can serve phia, nursing homes and schools. as your own personal tech team by The mobile library utilizes a calling 601-656-4911. 7’x14’ trailer complete with vend- The Philadelphia-Neshoba ing window, air conditioning and County Public Library seeks to loading ramp to be unfolded at improve the community through places of all sorts throughout the partnerships aimed at enhancing county to provide library services. education, improving literacy and At all events, the mobile digital capability for all. library unit is open to the public in The library aims to serve with attendance, offering books, peri- knowledgeable staff in a clean and odicals, genealogy resources, contemporary environment, pro- computer stations, wifi hotspot viding current and organized con- Philadelphia-Neshoba County Public Library and friendly staff. tent in all accessible formats. community inside and outside its for more eBooks, library events Visit neshobalibrary.net for Tables, tents and chairs are Additionally, the library con- building’s walls. and information! In 2019, a Star- more information. used along the outside of the unit, tinually seeks ways of serving the Go to www.neshobalibrary.net bucks coffee kiosk was installed. 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021, Page 7 Philadelphia Mayor and Board of Aldermen

The governing body of the city consists of the Mayor and a five-member Board of Aldermen. Four members of the Board are elected from separate wards, while the fifth member is elected at large. The Mayor and members of the Board of Aldermen are elected for concurrent four-year terms.

The Board of Aldermen meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. in City Hall, 525 Main Street.

Mayor James A. Young

Aldermen Ward 1 — Joe Tullos Ward 2 — Jim Fulton Ward 3 — Ronnie Jenkins Ward 4 — Cassie Henson Alderman-at-Large —Leroy Clemons

City Hall 525 Main Street Phone: 601.656.3612 www.philadelphiathecity.com

Building & Permits

The Building & Permits is responsible for overseeing the effective, efficient, fair and safe enforcement of the City’s commercial and residential buildings. Also, we are responsible for permit issuance to ensure proposed construction work is always done safely, timely, and professionally. We review, approve and issue plans to ensure code compliance.

A City of Philadelphia permit is an official document that authorizes the alteration, demolition, construction, enlargement, movement, repair, removal, or replace- ment of any building or structure, or of any accessory attached to a building or structure. The city requires permits to ensure safe building, coordinated develop- ment, effective land use, and high-quality site planning.

We inspect and enforce building safety and code compliance to ensure a safer community. We address permits and complaints regarding building, plumbing, and electrical work as well as housing safety.

Zoning Regulations http://www.philadelphiathecity.com/zoning-regulations

Jay Eakes, Building Offical City Hall 525 Main Street Phone: 601.656.0669

Police and Fire Departments To protect and serve, the Police Department is dedicated to the duty of safeguarding all City of Philadelphia citizens from crime, and helping citizens when emer- gencies arise. We strive to work cooperatively with all citizens to protect life and property, preserve peace, enforce laws and maintain civil rights through proper and responsive community based service. We are proud to work in partnership with the community to keep Philadelphia a safe and livable city.

The Philadelphia Fire Department's mission is to help people. We are dedicated to preserving life and property through prevention and professional, compassion- ate response. We provide excellent fire protection and emergency medical services to our residents and visitors. We also offer services such as Fire Inspections, Fire Code Enforcement and Fire Safety Education programs designed to meet the needs of our community.

Eric Lyons, Police Chief Philadelphia FAQs 523 Main Street philadelphiathecity.com/faqs Phone: 601.656.2131 • Can I pay my Philadelphia Utilities bill online? Pierce Clark, Fire Chief • How do I get a marriage license? 907 Herman Alford Memorial HWY • How do I get a building permit? Phone: 601.656.5841 • What is the garbage collection schedule? • Do I need a license or a permit to open a business? • How do I pay a Parking Ticket? Page 8, 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021 Philadelphia Municipal Airport

The Philadelphia Municipal Airport opened a new $1 million airport terminal in 2017. The terminal offers a variety of amenities for pilots, including a lounge, office space, a conference room, a kitchenette and spacious accommodations with showers.

Philadelphia Municipal Airport 1036 Saxon Airport Road Philadelphia, MS 39350 601.656.0203

Dan Cumberland, Airport Manager

Philadelphia Municipal Airport Board • Brent Gray, President • Don Fulton, Vice President • Mike Tinsley, Treasurer • Bruce Threadgill, Secretary

Community Development Partnership

The Community Development Partnership is an umbrella organization that includes the Chamber of Commerce, Main Street, the Industrial Development Authority and Tourism. The purpose of the Community Development Partnership is to lead Philadelphia-Neshoba County into being a community where existing industry prospers, new industries want to locate, tourists want to visit and residents are overwhelming proud to call it home.

Community Development Members of the CDP board are: John King, chairman; Elizabeth Frohse, vice chair; Scott Breazeale, The Depot Amanda Richardson, Jackie Hester, John Wilkerson, Shannon Morrow, Kristen Page, David Alexander, 256 W. Beacon Street Mattie Hudson, Stanley Salter, Dr. Duane Stokes, Mayor James Young, Leroy Clemons, Supervisor Philadelphia, MS 39350 District 2 Supervisor Kevin Cumberland, District 1 Supervisor Keith Lillis and Diane Maxwell from 601-656-1000 MBCI. David Vowell is president of the CDP.

Cemetery and Animal Control

The City of Philadelphia maintains three cemeteries to provide a resting place for our departed loved ones. The cemeteries serve as a memorial that stand as a source of consolation and inspiration to the living and provide gardens where the memory of beautiful lives will be kept beautiful always.

Animal Control coordinates all animal control activities within the boundaries of Philadelphia and manages the animal shelter.

Larry McKinney (Cemetery) Larry McKinney (Animal Control) 205 Rea Street 205 Rea Street 601.650.3587 601.650.3587

City Clerk

The City Clerk is responsible for the maintenance of all official records for the City of Philadelphia.

525 Main Street Phone: 601.656.3612 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021, Page 9 Neshoba County Supervisors

The governing body of the county consists of the Board of Supervisors. Five members of the Board are elected from separate districts. Supervisors are elected for concurrent four-year terms.

The Board of Supervisors meet on the first and third Monday of each month at 9 a.m. at the Neshoba County Courthouse.

Supervisors District 1 — Keith Lillis District 2 — Kevin Cumberland District 3 — Kinsey Smith District 4 — Kevin Wilcher District 5 —Obbie Riley

Neshoba County Courthouse 401 E. Beacon Street Phone: 601-656-6281 www.neshobacounty.net

County elected officials Sheriff Eric Clark Place 2 Constable Keith McCrory District 3 Election Commissioner Harold 920 Chestnut Street 200 Bryd Avenue Richardson Phone: 601-656-1414 Phone: 601-656-4053 401 Beacon Street, Suite 102 [email protected] Phone: 601-656-5923 District 1 Election Commissioner Sherry [email protected] Tax Assessor/Collector Mike Lewis Nance 401 Beacon Street, Suite 105 401 Beacon Street, Suite 102 District 4 Election Commissioner Heather Phone: 601-656-4541 Phone: 601-656-5923 Kennedy [email protected] [email protected] 401 Beacon Street, Suite 102 Phone: 601-656-5923 Coroner John E. Stephens District 2 Election Commissioner Daneen Savell [email protected] 10921 Road 527 401 Beacon Street, Suite 102 Phone: 601-650-3283 Phone: 601-656-5923 District 5 Election Commissioner Charlene [email protected] Kirksey Place 1 Constable Josh Burt 401 Beacon Street, Suite 102 200 Bryd Avenue Phone: 601-656-5923 Phone: 601-656-4053 [email protected]

The Industrial Development Authority of Neshoba County

256 West Beacon Street Philadelphia, MS 39350 Phone 601-656-1000 [email protected] neshoba.org

The Industrial Development Authority of Neshoba County focuses on bringing more business and adding jobs to our community. The Industrial Development Authority of Neshoba County was created by and act of The Mississippi Legislature 1983 Regular Session with changes in 2003 and 2004. The Authority recruits businesses to locate in Neshoba County and it establishes relationships with existing companies to encourage and assist them in expanding. As a result of these activities, the Authority is able to enhance the business climate, increase employment opportunities and ultimately enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Neshoba County.

Board Members Member District One — Pam Lovern Member District Two — Duane Stokes Member District Three — Stanley Salter Member District Four — William “Bud” Dees Member District Five — Mattie Hudson Member At Large — James A. Young, Mayor City of Philadelphia Member At Large — Kevin Cumberland, President Supervisors

Executive Director David Vowell, President Community Development Partnership [email protected] Page 10, 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021

dles the recording and storage of sev- 401 Beacon Street, Suite 205 Johnathan Spears is serving his Chancery Court eral types of documents and maintains Phone: 601-656-7478 second term as Justice Court Judge for various indexes that aid people in Place Two. He was elected in Novem- Cases heard in the Chancery Court researching these records. The primary Circuit Clerk ber 2015 and began his fist term in include domestic/family matters, records are deeds and mortgages January 2016. Prior to becoming divorce, child custody, property divi- relating to real property, but the Clerk Patti Duncan Lee judge, Johnathan was a Deputy Sheriff sion, adoptions, alimony, estates of also records construction and condo- and DUI Officer for the Neshoba Coun- descendants, land issues (titles, con- minium liens, federal tax liens, Lis Pen- Neshoba County Circuit Clerk ty Sheriff's Department. tracts), emancipation (declaring a dens (notices of pending lawsuits) and 401 E. Beacon Street, Suite 110 minor to be 21 for work purposes), military discharges. The Clerk is in Philadelphia, Mississippi 39350 property title confirmation, property dis- charge of the storage and authorized [email protected]@nesh County Prosecuting putes (over $50,000), insurance settle- disposal of older land rolls, tax receipts obacounty.net ments to minors, and commitments of and many other County records after Phone: 601-656-4781 Attorney mentally disabled. their active use lifespan. As Clerk of the Chancery Court, the Clerk handles Circuit Clerk’s Office Staff Robert Lee Thomas a multitude of tasks such as matters of Tammy T. Clemons, Chief Deputy Clerk P.O. Box 388 Judge Joseph Kilgore estates, guardianships, conservator- Aida Ward, Deputy Clerk 422 Center Avenue North ships, divorces, child custody, adoption, Philadelphia, Mississippi 39350 Place One property disputes and other matters of Phone: 601-656-1871 Sixth Chancery Court District equity. Justice Court 401 Beacon Street, Suite 235 Justice Court Office Staff Philadelphia, Mississippi 39350 The Neshoba County Justice Court Kim Yates, Justice Court Clerk [email protected] Chancery Clerk resides over a myriad of matters, from Patsy Long, Deputy Clerk Phone: 601-656-1881 civil suits to delinquent mobile home Twyla Lovern, Deputy Clerk Guy Nowell taxes. Traffic tickets issued by the Jean Nowell, Deputy Clerk State Highway Patrol and the Neshoba Judge Kiley Kirk Neshoba County Chancery Clerk County Sheriff's Department are Neshoba County Justice Court 401 E. Beacon Street, Suite 107 resolved in the Justice Court, as well 200 Byrd Avenue Place Two Philadelphia, Mississippi 39350 as Public Service tickets, Gaming, Philadelphia, MS 39350 Sixth Chancery Court District [email protected] Fishing and Marine Reserve tickets. Phone: 601-656-4053 P.O. Box 387 Phone: 601-656-3581 [email protected] Louisville, Mississippi 39339 This Court hears all matters with [email protected] Chancery Clerk’s Office Staff regard to DUIs and violations of County Phone: 662-773-6686 Kathy Greer ordinances. All felony cases are first Youth Court Gidget Tate heard in the Justice Court for initial Judge’s Chambers Wanda Savell appearance and the filing of affidavit. Cases heard in the Youth Court 401 Beacon Street Judges from this office have court ses- include matters involving delinquent Suite 205 On the web sions at the jail to ensure each per- children, children in need of supervi- Philadelphia, MS 39350 • Search Land Records son's right to have an initial court sion, and neglected and/or abused chil- Phone: 601-656-7478 • Search Land Roll appearance within three days of arrest. dren. • View county Ownership Maps Pay Traffic Citations & Fines 305 Main Street Chancery Clerk http://www.neshobacounty.net/pay-traf- Philadelphia, MS 39350 Circuit Court fic-citations-fines Phone: 601-656-2812 The Chancery Clerk occupies per- haps the most unique and diverse The Circuit Court has original juris- office in all of Mississippi government. diction over all civil and criminal mat- Judge Paul Payne District Attorney The various duties given the Chancery ters not vested exclusively in another Clerk by statute, or assumed voluntarily court. Most Circuit Court cases are Place One Steven Kilgore by the individual Clerk, cover a wide heard by juries. 200 Byrd Avenue range of vitally important functions. Philadelphia, Mississippi 39350 Eighth Judicial District Phone: 601-656-4053 P.O. Box 603 The duties and functions of the Judge Caleb May Philadelphia, Mississippi 39350 Chancery Clerk are governed by an Paul Payne is serving his first term Phone: 601-656-1991 elaborate assortment of statutes and Place One as Justice Court Judge for Place One. court rules, along with procedures Eighth Circuit Court District He was elected in November 2019 and It is the duty of the District Attorney's established either by the State Depart- Phone: 601-656-4830 began his term of office on January 6, Office to prosecute and defend for the ment of Audit or the Department of 2020. Paul previously served as Con- State, in all courts of the County, all Finance and Administration. As the Judge Mark Duncan stable Place One before becoming cases, criminal or civil, arising under Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, he Justice Court Judge. the provisions of the law. records the official minutes. As Treasur- Place Two The mission of a District Attorney is er, the Clerk prepares the claims dock- Eighth Circuit Court District to ensure that our legal system effec- et and payrolls for all departments of 201 Range Avenue Judge Johnathan Spears tively protects each of us, our families the County, and after Board approval, Philadelphia, Mississippi 39350 and our communities from crime, delin- he writes and signs checks for pay- Phone: 601-656-5776 Place Two quency, abuse, and other threats to the ments. 200 Byrd Avenue peace and safety of society, and to pro- Neshoba County Courthouse Philadelphia, Mississippi 39350 vide effective representation of county As public recorder, the Clerk han- Judge's Chambers Phone: 601-656-4053 officers. 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021, Page 11 has continued over decades and will The district serves students who live in superior educational experience to all Neshoba County continue well into the future. The dis- Leake, Kemper, Neshoba, Newton and students, preparing them to be suc- trict serves approximately 1,000 stu- Winston counties. cessful participants in Tribal and global Schools dents in three schools — Philadelphia Schools include Bogue Chitton Ele- affairs with a solid foundation in Elementary, Philadelphia Middle, and mentary, Conehatta Elementary, Pearl Choctaw language, history and culture. The county school district serves Philadelphia High School. River Elementary, Red Water Elemen- over 3,000 students from Pre-K to high Philadelphia Elementary serves stu- tary, Standing Pine Elementary, Tucker Director of Schools school at its campus on Golf Course dents in Pre-K to sixth grade, with Elementary, Choctaw Central Middle Road and St. Francis Drive, just off Philadelphia Middle School serving School, and Choctaw Central High Dr. Randall Grierson East Main Street. The district consists seventh and eighth grade students. School of Neshoba Central Pre-K, Neshoba Philadelphia High School serves ninth- Tribal schools are fully-accredited by Central Office Central Elementary, Neshoba Central twelfth graders. both the Mississippi Department of 122 Division of Schools Dr. Middle School, and Neshoba Central Education and AdvancED. Choctaw, Mississippi 39350 High School. Superintendent The schools are operated as a www.choctawtribalschools.com department of the Tribe under the Phone: 601.650.7302 Lisa Hull direction of Tribal Chief Cyrus Ben. Superintendent The Tribe’s goal is to provide a Central Office Dr. Lundy Brantley 248 Byrd Avenue Philadelphia, Mississippi 39350 Central Office phillytornadoes.com 580 East Main Street Phone: 601.656.2955 Philadelphia, Mississippi 39350 neshobacentral.com Phone: 601.656.3752 Tribal Schools

The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Philadelphia Indians operates the largest unifed Reservation School District in the U.S., Public Schools with current student enrollment exceed- ing 2,000 in grades pre-K-12th. The Philadelphia Public School Dis- The Choctaw Tribal School System trict has a rich history and tradition in consists of six elementary schools, one excellence. That history and tradition middle school and one high school. Page 12, 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021

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Tribal Government Choctaw Indian Fair The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians is the only federally recognized Native American Every July, Choctaw culture and spirit tribe in Mississippi. There are eight officially rec- come alive in the Pearl River Community in ognized Choctaw Indian communities: Bogue Neshoba County during the exciting and Chitto, Bogue Homa, Conehatta, Crystal Ridge, colorful Choctaw Indian Fair. Pearl River, Red Water, Standing Pine, and Tuck- The Fair takes place on the traditional homeland of the Choctaw people. This four- er. There is also a community of Tribal members day event is a celebration of the rich living on tribal trust land in Henning, Tenn. Pearl Choctaw heritage amongst friends, neigh- River is the largest community and is the site of bors and first-time visitors near and far. Tribal government headquarters. Fairgoers experience the courageous jour- The Tribe is under the leadership of Tribal ney of the Choctaw people through histori- Chief Cyrus Ben and a 17-member Tribal Coun- cal and cultural displays, social dancing, cil. tribal arts and crafts, traditional Choctaw The Chief is elected every four years and there food, the Choctaw Indian Princess Pageant, are no term limits imposed on this position. Tribal and World Series Stickball – the Little Council members are elected for staggered four- Brother of War. The fair also features carni- val rides and games for the young and year terms. young at heart, as well as chart-topping The Chief is elected by the people at large, musical performers. while Tribal Council representatives are elected When the first Choctaw Indian Fair was by the people in the community in which they held in 1949, stickball was an important reside. event, but only a handful of teams partici- • Administrative Offices: 601-656-5251 pated. Today, there are many teams with • Choctaw Fire Department: 601-656-0620 divisions in youth, men, women, and men • Choctaw Transit: 601-650-7430 35 and up. • Department of Public Safety (Police): 601- 656-5711 Lake Pushmataha • Attorney General: 601-656-4507 • Public Information: 601-663-7532 Lake Pushmataha is approximately a 285-acre fishing lake constructed in 2000 and opened to the public in the summer of Choctaw Health Center 2005. Handicapped fishing piers are avail- able and fishing from the bank is a popular The state-of-the-art 180,000 square-foot pastime. Picnic areas with grills are readily Choctaw Health Center (CHC) facility accessible for family oriented fun and recre- opened in March 2015 and is located at 210 ation. No skiing and swimming is allowed, Choctaw Circle off New Frog Level Road. however, the lake is located adjacent to the The CHC houses a 20-bed in-patient Geyser Falls Water Theme Park and Clear- department; 42 exam rooms; 16-chair den- water Key. Events to be held at Lake Push- tal department with a separate pediatric den- mataha must be requested in writing to the tal unit; emergency department; treatment Choctaw Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks facilities such as radiology, lab, physical Department. therapy and audiology; behavioral health For more information, contact 601-663- 7827. and community and public health services; Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians Tribal Chief Cyrus Ben emergency medical services department; Economic Development and all necessary support services such as housekeeping, maintenance, storage and Over the past 30 years that Tribe has supply. developed a diversified economy that has There is also a pediatric unit in primary created employment opportunities for every care; a respiratory therapy unit, full-time Tribal member in the workforce. The Tribe optometry services and specialty clinics employs approximately 6,000 people in a with visiting providers. A 0.8-mile, figure- wide-variety of industries and professions, eight walking trail is also located on the while creating revenue to provide govern- campus. ment services for its people. It has used The CHC features symbols, artwork and flexibility to capitalize on a number of elements of Choctaw culture, along with opportunities that leverage its resources photographs and pieces created by Choctaw with the resources and experience of its artisans. business partners. The Tribe has kept its eye Tina Scott serves as CHC Director. on the goal of self-determination, and has For more information about the Choctaw grown from the worst economic conditions to the regional leader in economic develop- Health Center, call the MBCI Office of Pub- ment. lic Information at 601-663-7532. For more information, contact 601-650- 1605.

2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021, Page 15 Pearl River Resort

Pearl River Resort has all you 70,000-square-foot gaming floor need in one place for the perfect with over 1,100 slot machines, 25 getaway. Located in east central table games, an elevated 14 table Mississippi, Pearl River Resort is poker room, a stunning one-of-a- home to Golden Moon Hotel & kind video wall, and a center bar. Casino and Silver Star Hotel & In addition to gaming and Casino. As one of the premier hotels, guests can enjoy European gaming and entertainment destina- spa facilities, dining, shopping and tions in the Southeast, these two live entertainment, and deluxe exceptional casinos offer a wealth resort-style pool and lounge, of fun and excitement for visitors Infinity Pool at Golden Moon. from all walks of life. When it This updated amenity features comes to accommodating visitors indoor pool & hot tub, outdoor for every occasion, Pearl River infinity pool with built-in zero Resort provides a comprehensive entry chairs, a bar with large range of facilities and services in a screen TVs, three private cabanas, comfortable Southern setting. daybeds, high-end green turf, With nearly 600 guest rooms LED lighting, and a staging area including 112 suites and 32 VIP for live entertainment and special suites, Golden Moon offers time- events. less and comfortable accommoda- Also featured is Dancing Rab- tions in a marvel of modern archi- bit Golf Club with two champi- tecture. Silver Star features more onship golf courses and Geyser than 500 beautifully appointed Falls Water Theme Park with 13 rooms. Guests are only offered the waterslides including a six-story very best in accommodations with freefall speed slide, gigantic wave all the expected amenities from a pool, exotic lazy river and a four- world-class hotel. 1,200 slot machines and over 40 Baccarat. Also featured is the nity to win progressive jackpots in lane racing slide. Pearl River Resort provides table games devoted to Craps, Pearl River Bingo Room which the hundreds of thousands of dol- For more information on Pearl guests with the ultimate gaming Blackjack, Roulette, and Mini provides players with the opportu- lars. Golden Moon features a River Resort, visit www.pearl- experience. Silver Star offers over riverresort.com. Chahta Immi Cultural Center

A pair of shoes worn by former Missis- to the cultural center, one of the undisputed sippi Band of Choctaw Indians Chief Phillip highlights are the handmade arts and crafts Martin when he first walked the streets of both on display for visitors and available for Washington, D.C. seeking support for the purchase at the cultural center gift shop. Choctaw nation are among the numerous While beadwork and pottery are available, items found in the Chahta Immi Cultural the hand-weaved baskets are the main attrac- Center, which is located in the Choctaw tion. Town Center shopping area. Among the outreaches of the cultural cen- It serves as a museum, archival center, ter are an information center into the history gift shop and cultural center. and culture of the tribe, place-based learning The Cultural Center began at its original for Choctaw art forms, and the promotion of site at the Choctaw fairgrounds in 1981, with the Choctaw language. Bob and Martha Ferguson basically operat- Visitors to the museum portion of the cul- ing it on a volunteer basis until 1985. tural center also are shown a 20-minute Chahta Immi means “Life way of the video presentation of the history of the Choctaw people,” so the cultural central is Choctaw people. centered on “Living traditions.” While a large number of visitors actually Items on display in the “Choctaw Expres- visit the museum on an annual basis, the Cul- sions” portion of the museum include a time- tural Center stretches its impact with several line of the Choctaw people, as well as arti- outreach exhibits, which feature cultural facts from the past, including clothing, his- items and artifacts. torical tribal documents and a replica of Those exhibits are located at the Pearl Pushmataha's tombstone. While there is nearly 60 linear feet of River Resort, the Dancing Rabbit Inn, showroom space for the artifacts, what lies McKissack Museum in Columbia, S.C., behind those walls is even more intriguing Mississippi Craftsman Guild in Jackson, the and special to the Choctaw people. tribal schools, the MBCI Elderly Center, The archives vault includes historical Chucalissa Museum in Memphis, and the Chahta Immi Cultural Center documents from all of the chiefs and tribal Mississippi State Fair. councils, as well as hundreds of baskets and There are several items from the Cultural The hours of operation for the Chahta There are also education, military, and other artifacts. There are also rows of files Center in the new Mississippi History Muse- Immi Cultural Center are 8 a.m. through tribal member discounts available with sen- that include everything from articles, paper um in Jackson. They will also be added to 4:30 p.m Tuesday through Saturday with iors 57 and older and children under 5 being work, photos and photo negatives. the new Arts and Entertainment Center in general admission being $5. The museum is admitted free. While there are many interesting aspects Meridian. open by appointment only. For more information 601-650-1685. Page 16, 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021 Historical markers everywhere Neshoba

Several historical markers tell Neshoba’s just south of Philadelphia in 1935, success- storied past fully captured the hardships of early life in County Fair Some are celebrations of life, some are Mississippi with his art and went on to somber reminders of a dark past, but all of influence musicians like Stevie Ray Vaughn Neshoba County’s historical markers help and Eric Clapton. Established in 1889, the Neshoba tell the story of the places, events and peo- From the spot that marks the beginning County Fair is called Mississippi’s Giant ple who influenced the culture and shaped of Stewart’s music career, there are eight House Party as people from all across the this tiny corner of America. more within a mile. The Neshoba County country gather every summer for a week- Neshoba has 17 state-sanctioned histori- Confederate Monument, an engraved statue long reunion with harness and running cal markers around the county, plus a hand- right across the street in front of the County races, a huge carnival and top musical ful of others put up by private entities. To Courthouse, honors the sons of Neshoba entertainment and lots of food and drink. see them all, it’s about a 100-mile trek County who served in the war between the The 600 cabins are the physical and around the county, but one that’s well worth states. social units of the Fair. Each one has its it. Another 500 feet away is the old Nesho- own distinguishable characteristics. Fam- Few counties in Mississippi can claim to ba County Jail, which played a pivotal role ilies come out ahead of time to get the have as many places of interest - for better on the night three civil rights workers — cabins Fair ready. This includes cleaning or worse — than in the Philadelphia area. Michael Shwerner, James Chaney and and getting the decorations up. Many cab- Hinds County, which boasts a population Andrew Goodman — were infamously ins carry a lot of history because they 200,000 higher than Neshoba, has the same slain. were built by parents, grandparents or number according to the state register. Just a few blocks away, on Pecan Street, great-great grandparents of Fairgoers The subject of these markers range from is a historical marker indicating the spot today. celebratory to sobering. bell’s publishing firm and helped launch the where Philadelphians made their stand Cabins are indeed the center of activity The Mississippi Country Music Trail is career of Country great Alan Jackson. And against Grierson’s Raid, which blazed a and porches are the most popular place one of many that makes several stops across no country tour would be complete without path of destruction through Mississippi en for gatherings or just sitting, visiting or the county. a stop by Main Street in downtown route to Baton Rouge from southern Ten- watching children toss water balloons. There’s one for Bob Ferguson, the film- Philadelphia to stand near the spot where nessee. Happy Hollow, Sunset Strip, Founders maker and anthropologist who wrote pro- Marty Stewart performed with his first Google may be great for spitting out Square, Bourban Street and Greenleaf duced hundreds of major recordings and band, Musical Rangers, in the late 1960’s. information, but it’s something else to stand Hollow, among others, all have their own wrote timeless classics like “Wings of a It’s not just country music, either. in the places where all these events took personalities and traditions. Dove” and “Carroll County Accident.” We’ve got a Mississippi Blues Trail place. Visit neshobacountyfair.org for more There’s another for Marty Gamblin, the marker dedicated to the birthplace of leg- information or call 601-656-8480. Philadelphia native who ran Glen Camp- endary blues man Otis Rush, who was born Parks and Recreation

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic at press side Park is the hub of sports activity in the time, check availability. parks system. The department’s youth baseball, soft- Walking trails, camping, fishing and a ball, soccer and T-ball programs are the first-class playground are enjoyed year park’s most successful, boasting about round at parks in Philadelphia and Nshoba 1,200 participants per year. County. Another big program for children at Among the most recent additions is a Northside is the soccer, for boys and girls. recreational volleyball court and a disc golf Children aren’t the only ones who can get course. exercise at Northside Park. Northside Park is home to a first-class A recreational volleyball court was baseball/softball complex and playground. added recently. There is a mile and a half What’s more, the park is home to the senior walking trail and several picnic tables for citizens center, where numerous activities convenience. are enjoyed. A second walking trail was completed in WESTSIDE PARK recent years which connects to the original Westside Park, located off Carver one in the A. W. “Rack” Burt addition. The Avenue, is the location for another play- park also has a handicapped playground ground, outdoor basketball courts and the next to The Imagination Fun Station. Westside Community Center. This center was completely renovated in recent years. BOOKER T. PARK There are numerous parks in Neshoba County for residents to enjoy. Pick-up basketball is a frequent activity Numerous youngsters attend Headstart at Westside Park. The community center is in a facility at Booker T. Washington Park. five miles northeast of Philadelphia on nature trail, suspension bridge, bathhouse probably the park’s main feature. The park consists of a gymnasium where Highway 15. The park is located on Burn- and comfort stations. Used for family reunions, weddings, and youth basketball is held. side Lake, an oxbow lake of the Pearl River. A $28,000 playground was added at singing, it’s also the home of the Miss Black There is also an outdoor stage and a con- The park facilities include an auditorium Burnside in recent past years, which was Neshoba County beauty pageant each year. cession-restroom building. that can accommodate meetings of up to funded by Pearl River Basin and Develop- A new playground was added at West- 180 people in heated and air conditioned ment District. side in recent years, which was funded by BURNSIDE PARK comfort, boat ramp, oxbow lake, fishing the city of Philadelphia. Burnside Lake Water Park consists of pier, three open-air pavilions, three lighted NORTHSIDE PARK For more information on area parks call 115 acres in Neshoba County approximately ball fields, picnicking areas, playgrounds, Located on north Pecan Avenue, North- 601-656-4101 or visit neshobacounty.net. 2021 Visitor’s & Resource Guide, April 7, 2021, Page 17

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