The small city of Cooter, in Pemiscot County, Missouri, was incorporated in 1854, and named for the Portell Coutre family, who were early settlers, although it is known that Coutre was a merchant there as early as 1795. Cooter is east of Interstate 55 and west of the Mississippi River and the Tennessee border. The communities of Cottonwood Point and Tyler are to the east, Acorn Corner is to the northeast, Denton and Covington to the northwest, Channel to the west, and the Arkansas border to the south.
Recommended Resources
Located in Cooter, Missouri and serving the surrounding region, the location of the facility is shown on a map and contact data is recorded, along with market information, relevant USDA reports, and a calendar of meetings and events.
http://www.cootergin.com/
The K-12th grade public school system in Cooter, Missouri operates elementary and high school programs. A district calendar, menu, and staff and faculty directory are put forrth, along with employment opportunities.
http://www.cooter.k12.mo.us/
Cooter United Methodist Church
The UMC congregation in Cooter, Missouri meets at its facilities on Lynn Circle. Its programs and events are highlighted, including schedules and calendars, an overview of its ministries to children, youth, adults and the community, funeral notices, photographs, and general information about the church.
http://www.protopage.com/cooterumc
General information and a brief history of the Pemiscot County town is offered, along with contact information and a response form.
http://www.cootermissouri.com/
The Pemiscoto County GenWeb site offers a history of the town of Cooter, Missouri, including local settlers with the surname of Coutre, for whom the town was named, as well as a historical timeline.
http://pemiscot.mogenweb.org/towns/cooterhistory.htm
