Situated in northern Lamar County, in central-southern Mississippi, the town of Sumrall was created along the Mississippi Central Railroad during the first decade of the 1900s. Prior to its formal creation Daniel Sumrall operated a grist mill along Mill Creek and, in 1890 a post office was established and named for Sumrall. Later, the J.J. Newman Company chose the town as the site for a large sawmill, as Sumrall was in the middle of South Mississippi’s pine belt, with trees that measured as high as 160 feet tall and 20 feet in diameter. Upon the arrival of the railroad, the town grew rapidly and was incorporated in 1903. Local residents wanted to change the name of the town because, although Sumrall was a native of Mississippi, he served in the Union Army during the Civil War, but the federal government refused their petition to change the name of the post office. The Newman Timber Company was the town’s chief employer for years but when the profitable timber supply was depleted, it closed in 1931. Coming on top of the Great Depression, the town went through a few decades of declining population but, although its population in the 2010 census was less than its population in 1910, Sumrall has experienced steady growth over the past few decades, in part dependent upon outdoor recreation, capitalizing on the Longleaf Trace, a recreational trail that passes through the center of town, following the former route of the Mississippi Central Railroad. Brett Favre, the NFL quarterback who spent most of his career with the Green Bay Packers, is a resident of Sumrall. Nearby communities include Bouie, Clyde, Coral, Epley, Hickory Grove, Higgins, Improve, Lux, and Oloh. Hattiesburg, Mississippi is about eighteen miles southeast of Sumrall.
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In business since 2007, B&B Automotive serves the Sumrall, Mississippi community and the surrounding area. Directions to its shop, hours of operation, and its appointment policies are discussed, with an outline of its services, customer reviews, contacts, and car care tips.
http://www.sumrallautorepair.com/
The residential community is situated just west of the Highway 98/589 medical and business corridor in Sumrall, Mississippi. Its features and amenities are discussed, and properties available for sale are highlighted, with photographs and descriptions. Contacts are posted to the site.
http://www.siennafields.net/
Southern Pool Service & Construction
Offering a variety of pool services, including new construction, monthly maintenance, pool equipment, and liner replacements, the pool construction company is based in Sumrall, Mississippi. Its services and supplies are highlighted, with a profile of the company and contacts.
http://www.southernpoolsms.com/
The general dentistry clinic in Sumrall, Mississippi offers general and cosmetic dentistry, implant placement, and one-day dentures. The chief dentists and staff are highlighted, with office hours, appointment policies, and an overview of its services. Patient registration, medical history, patient release, and HIPPA forms are available online, and clients may make payments through the site.
http://www.sumralldentalclinic.com/
Sumrall United Methodist Church
Organized in 1903, the Sumrall, Mississippi UMC meets at its facilities on Center Avenue. Its core beliefs, a mission statement, service times, calendar of events, and a history of the church is presented. Church leaders and staff are introduced, with contacts and office hours. A weekly bulletin and newsletter are included.
http://www.sumrallumc.com/
The official municipal web site offers a profile and history of Sumrall, Mississippi. Also featured is a town calendar, maps, town meeting agendas and minutes, a list of city officials, administrative contacts and office hours. Community information, public notices, and access to various reports, forms and documents are included.
http://www.townofsumrall.ms.gov/
Locally owned, the predominately small animal veterinary practice is situated along Highway 42 in Sumrall, Mississippi. Offering general veterinary medical care, digital radiography, in-clinic diagnostics, and laser surgery, the clinic’s chief veterinarian is introduced, a map showing the location of the clinic is included, and client testimonials are offered.
http://www.vpanimalclinic.com/
