Smithville, Mississippi is in upper Monroe County, in the northeastern part of the state, and near the Alabama border. Situated on the Gaines Trace Road, which was surveyed by E.P. Gaines in 1807, it is one of the older towns in the county. The community grew up around a trading post that was established on land owned by Che-lah-cha-chubby, a Chickasaw chief, in 1820, at what is now the intersection of Highway 25 and the Hatley-Smithville Road. Gaines Trace was an important travel route for people migrating from the northeast. Smithville was incorporated in 1845, and a post office was established there that year. When the American Civil War broke out, the men from Smithville formed a company that they called the Red Rovers, which was under the command of Major Barr. Smithville is situated on the southeastern banks of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. Nearby communities include Carolina, New Salem, Parham, and Turon. Amory, Mississippi is nine miles southwest, and Tupelo is thirty miles northwest of Smithville. According to its comprehensive plan, Smithville is currently involved in a “smart growth” agenda.
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The manufacturing company in Smithville, Mississippi produces upholstered furniture. Its administrative offices and production facilities are featured, including directions, office hours, contact information, as well as an overview of its products and production guidelines. Photographs of some of its products are presented on the site.
http://beholdhomems.com/
Directions and a map indicate the location of the Christian church on Pearce Chapel Road in Smithville, Mississippi. Sunday and Wednesday service and Bible study schedules are published, with a calendar of upcoming programs and events, a photo gallery, leadership contacts, office hours, and announcements.
http://www.pearcechapel.com/
Located on Highway 23 in Smithville, Mississippi, the K-12th grade school is part of the Monroe County School District. Its elementary and high school programs are defined, and a school calendar, faculty and staff directory, and an overview of its academic, athletics, and counselor’s office programs are included.
http://smithville.mcsd.us/
Meeting at its facilities on Mississippi Highway 25 in Smithville, the congregation meets Sunday mornings and evenings, Wednesday evenings, and at other times that are indicated by its calendar of events. A map and directions to the church are included, a statement of faith, prayer requests, and leadership contacts are published.
http://www.smithvillebaptist.com/
Situated on the east bank of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, north of the Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam in Smithville, Mississippi, the marina includes a recreational vehicle campground with 30 and 50 amp electrical power, shower facilities, restrooms, cable television, WiFi, and daily, weekly and long-term rates. Its location, services, and contacts are posted.
http://www.smithvillemarina.net/
Smithville Telephone Company, Incorporated
STCI is a certified incumbent local exchange carrier in Mississippi, headquartered in the town of Smithville, and serving portions of Itawamba and Monroe counties since 1956. Offering a full range of voice telephone services, the company also provides DSL and broadband Internet access. Its location, contacts, and rates are put forth.
http://www.traceroad.net/
The official municipal web site offers the text of the town’s comprehensive plan and land development ordinance, as well as an introduction to the town government, including agendas and minutes, administrative and departmental contacts, community photographs, and other resources for business owners, citizens, and visitors.
http://www.smithvillems.org/
The dog breeders in Smithville, in northern Mississippi, raises Siberian Huskies and German Shepherds, and also offers training services. Its breeding studs and females are highlighted, puppies available for sale are featured, and upcoming litters are introduced, along with driving directions, shipping policies, and training fees.
http://www.theperfectpuppy.net/
