Pontotoc, Mississippi is the county seat of Pontotoc County, about twenty miles west of Tupelo, in the northeastern part of the state. Other nearby communities include Algoma, Chesterville, Chiwapa, Ecru, Endville, Hebron, Hurricane, Ingmar, Randolph, Thaxton, and Toccopola. The first Christian marriage on the North American continent is said to have taken place near Pontotoc, between Juan Ortez and Princess Saowana, daughter of the Seminole Chief Uceta, during a visit by the explorer, Hernando de Soto. During the American Civil War, and old house at the crossroad in eastern Pontotoc County, near the Lee County line, was used as a Union hospital during the Battle of Harrisburg, or the Battle of Tupelo. Later, the outlaws, Jesse and Frank James, hid out at this same building.
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Serving Calhoun County, Chickasaw County, and Pontotoc County, the public library system is headquartered in the city of Pontotoc, Mississippi, with branches located in Bruce, Chickasaw, Houlka, Houston, Okolona, Pontotoc, and Vardaman. Directions, hours of operation, a calendar of events, and information on using the library are put forward.
http://dixie.lib.ms.us/
The Pontotoc, Mississippi flower shop offers floral arrangements, including custom orders and live plants. Located on Turnpike Road, customers may shop at the store, by telephone, or through its online product catalog, with local delivery. Its delivery area and policies are discussed, along with its substitution policies and special offers.
http://www.jimslilypadflorist.com/
Located in Northern Mississippi, the residential treatment program offers mental healthcare services for children and adolescents, including such problems as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, behavioral disorders, and co-occurring disorders. Its location, admissions policies, contacts, office hours, and a description of its programs and services are featured.
http://www.millcreekofpontotoc.com/
Serving the youth of Pontotoc, Mississippi, the public school system offers a PK-12th grade curriculum through Pontotoc High School, Pontotoc Junior High School, Pontotoc Middle School, D.T. Cox Elementary School, and Pontotoc Elementary School, each of which are highlighted here, along with its athletic and music programs, and resources for students, parents and teachers.
http://www.pontotoc.k12.ms.us/
Pontotoc County is situated in northeastern Mississippi. Headquartered in the city of Pontotoc, the Chamber is made up of business owners, professional people and others from within the county. Meeting schedules, a calendar of events, and access to various forms and publications are presented, along with a guide to area hotels, restaurants, and businesses.
http://www.pontotocchamber.com/
Offering several insurance products, including auto, homeowner’s, life, watercraft, farm and ranch, commercial, personal, financial, and banking insurance policies, the insurance agency is located on West Oxford Street in Pontotoc, Mississippi. Directions and office hours are posted, and its agents are introduced.
http://www.pontotoc-msfbins.com/
Pontotoc County School District
Headquartered in the county seat of Pontotoc, Mississippi, the public school system includes two K-12 campuses and a career and technology center. Its campuses and programs are highlighted, including its board members and staff, faculty contacts, schedules, and a district calendar. School board policies are posted to the site.
http://www.pcsd.ms/
Pontotoc Electric Power Association
The second oldest electric cooperative in the United States, the PEPA is headquartered in Pontotoc, Mississippi, purchasing electricity generated by the Tennessee Valley Authority and distributing it to its customers in Pontotoc, Calhoun, Union, Lafayette and Chickasaw counties. Its residential, commercial and industrial services are highlighted.
http://www.pepa.com/
Dr. William Wood practices at his facilities in Pontotoc, Mississippi, offering full service eye and vision care, including eye emergencies and scheduled appointments. The clinic location and office hours are posted, with a description of its appointment policies, client testimonials, and informational articles.
http://www.woodeyeclinic.com/
