Named for Flora Mann Jones, an early settler, the town of Flora is in Madison County, Mississippi. The community was settled at least as early as 1820, as graves in the Flora Cemetery date to 1821. Its post office was established in 1883, the year that Flora became a stop on the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad, and the town was incorporated in 1996. Located just north of Flora, the Mississippi Ordnance Plant began producing propellant and igniter charges for large-caliber guns in 1941. The science fiction author, Cyril M. Kornbluth, was an employee. Operated by General Tire, the plant had a policy that African-American employees could be employed only in low-level positions, and could work in production jobs only if no white men were available. A local group of African-American citizens met to protest this policy in 1941. After World War II, the Mississippi Department of Education planned to turn a part of the plant into a vocational school for African-Americans, but white residents protested to the governor and the plan was abandoned. Flora is located along US Highway 49 and Mississippi Highway 22. Nearby communities include Annandale, Bentonia, Brownsville, Green Crossing, Livingston, Mechanicsburg, Stokes, and Vernon. Jackson, Mississippi is about twenty-five miles southeast of Flora.
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A campus of Madison County Schools, the K-5th grade public school is located along Mississippi Highway 22 in Flora, Mississippi. Directions, a directory of administrative personnel, teachers and staff, curriculum data, a parent-student handbook, lunch menu, and an annual calendar is presented.
http://www.eastfloraelementary.com/
The core values and beliefs of the Flora, Mississippi congregation are put forward, along with a church newsletter, worship and program schedule, church calendar, an overview of its ministries and missions, and an introduction to the church for those who are new. Announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.fbcflora.org/
The full-service small animal veterinary medical facility is located in Flora, Mississippi. Its location is shown on a map, and its hours of operation, a description of its veterinary, boarding and grooming services, contacts, and appointment policies are posted to the site.
http://www.floraanimalhospital.com/
Flora Area Chamber of Commerce
The FACC is a non-profit organization made up of business owners and others in the Flora, Mississippi region. Its purpose and mission are posted, along with its membership policies, meeting schedules, a member directory, and a guide to the history, demographics, and business opportunities in the region.
http://www.florachamber.net/
Offering a selection of pre-owned cars, trucks, vans, SUVs, and hybrids, the auto dealership is located on Highway 49 North in Flora, Mississippi. Its inventory and special offers are highlighted, including photographs, descriptions, and asking prices, along with information about finance options, customer testimonials, and contacts.
http://www.guaranteedautoplex.com/
Discovered in the mid-1800s, the petrified forest was opened to the public in 1962. Featuring large trees from before the age of the glaciers, now petrified as stone logs, the park features a nature trail, museum, a gem mining flume, campground, pavilion, and gift shop. Visitor information and an online gift shop is featured.
https://www.mspetrifiedforest.com/
Located in the Madison County town of Flora, Mississippi, The Gin is an event center large enough to accommodate large and small crowds, and is furnished with a variety of unique items such as an old truck, antique bathtubs suitable for iced beverages, a bar area, and a large prep kitchen. Several photographs and contacts information are posted.
http://www.floragin.com/
City services are defined on the official municipal web site, along with information about sports and recreational opportunities within the town, historic preservation, local festivals and events, schools, businesses and industries. A photo gallery is featured, and a newsletter is available for downloading.
http://www.florams.com/
Established in 1970, the independent school offers elementary school, middle school, and high school programs, with a K-12th grade curriculum, at its campus in Flora, Mississippi. Its admissions policies, tuition schedule, payment, transfer and new student policies, a school calendar, faculty and staff contacts, and a student handbook are featured.
http://tricountyacademy.org/
