Situated in northeastern Mississippi, Booneville, the seat of Prentiss County, was named for the Boone family, early settlers who were related to Daniel Boone. The land that the town was built on was bought by B.B. Boone, G.H. Williams, and W.P. Curlee. Booneville was incorporated in 1861. During the War of Northern Aggression, Booneville was in the path of advancing and retreating armies from both sides. Several skirmishes took place in and around Booneville, including one battle, the Battle of Booneville, which occurred on July 1, 1862, shortly after the Union victory at Shiloh. Union Major General Henry W. Halleck moved his troops toward Corinth in preparation for laying siege to the town. However, Confederates under General Pierre G.T. Beauregard moved toward Tupelo in late May. In late June, Halleck moved his forces south, at which time he learned that the Confederates, then under General Braxton Bragg, were advancing toward Corinth. Union Colonel Philip Sheridan established a position south of Booneville on June 28, anticipating the Confederate attack, which occurred on July 1. The Union forces were not only able to withstand the Confederate attack but followed with an offensive move on the Confederate's rear and left flank. Due largely to his victory at Booneville, Sheridan was promoted to general. Nearby communities include Altitude, Blackland, Frankstown, Geeville, Jumpertown, New Hope, New Site, and Thrasher. Tupelo is about thirty miles to the south.
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Booneville Academy of Cosmetology
In operation since 1988, the Booneville, Mississippi school is licensed by the State Board of Cosmetology. Its location, courses, hours, and enrollment policies are put forward, with information for prospective students.
http://www.boonevilleacademy.net/
The Booneville, Mississippi public school system offers a PK-12th grade curriculum through Anderson Elementary School, Booneville Middle School, and Booneville High School, each of which are highlighted here, along with its academic, athletics and band programs, lunch menus, and a calendar of events. Student handbooks are included.
http://www.boonevilleschools.org/
The city of Booneville is the county seat of Prentiss County, Mississippi. The city's organizational structure, a city directory, council agendas and minutes, a zoning map, calendar of events, and public notices are posted to the official municipal site, along with a guide to local schools and facilities.
http://www.booneville-ms.gov/
Junior Auxiliary of Booneville, Mississippi
The Booneville chapter is a member of the National Association of Junior Auxiliaries, which seeks to provide support, resources and educational, leadership, cultural and healthcare training for its members, who are made up of community women. Its mission is defined, and information is provided about its projects, activities and events.
http://www.jabooneville.org/
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Founded as Northeast Mississippi Junior College in 1948, NEMCC is a public college in Booneville, Mississippi. Its academic, athletics, and workforce training programs are discussed, including its online learning programs, continuing education, and tutoring programs. Its financial aid resources and access to various publications are featured.
http://www.nemcc.edu/
Northeast Mississippi Planning and Development District
Headquartered in Booneville, Mississippi, NEMPDD serves the counties of Alcorn, Benton, Marshall, Prentiss, Tippah, and Tishomingo, and twenty-five municipalities within these counties, acting to promote the area's economy, acting as a liaison between local governments and state, regional and federal agencies.
http://www.nempdd.com/
Prentiss County Sheriff's Office
Headquartered in the county seat of Booneville, Mississippi, the SO provides police and law enforcement services throughout the county. Its organizational structure, administrative contacts, divisions, and programs are featured, including the jail, criminal investigations, and community outreach programs.
http://www.prentisscountymssheriff.com/
Serving Tishomingo, Alcorn and Prentiss counties, the regional economic development organization is headquartered in Booneville, but composed of representatives from all three counties. Maps, available sites and buildings, incentives and other business programs, target industries, and a regional profile are put forward, with news, announcements, and contacts.
http://www.tapintoindustry.com/
