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Chamber of Commerce
Our town, county and communities have invested time and resources to insure that life is enjoyable and meaningful for its citizens. Residents enjoy a good public education system, quality health care and services from public agencies. For affordable Mississippi living, come to Monticello. We welcome you!
Contact Information
P.O. Box 966
Monticello, MS 39654
Phone: 601-587-3007
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Education
Monticello Elementary
Monticello Elementary School is part of the Lawrence County School District and serves students in grades K-4.
Rod Paige Middle School
Rod Paige School is part of the Lawrence County School District and serves students in grades 5-8.
Lawrence County High School
Lawrence County High School is part of the Lawrence County School District and serves students in grades 9-12.
Lawrence County Career and Technical Center
Lawrence County District Administration
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Business & Industry
Originally settled for its proximity to the Pearl River, Monticello is now a haven for a variety of industries. From the beginning, agriculture has played a large role and corn, soybeans and cattle have been important products. Being located in the heart of the Pine Belt, the lumber related industry has Originally settled for its proximity to the Pearl River, Monticello is now a haven for a variety of been a large contribution to the economy of Monticello/Lawrence County.
Rail Service is provided by Illinois Central Gulf, Airports providing both passenger and freight service are located in Jackson, 60 miles to the north, Hattiesburg, 60 miles east, landing strips in Prentiss, 15 miles east and Brookhaven, 20 miles west.
Atlas Manufacturing
Atlas Manufacturing engineers and manufactures industry leading water screens and clamshell buckets & grapples.
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Georgia-Pacific
Georgia-Pacific is one of the world’s leading makers of tissue, pulp, packaging, building products and related chemicals.
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Economic Development
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Mississippi Army National Guard 184th Sustainment Command
Monticello proudly is home to the Mississippi Army National Guard 184th Sustainment Command, which acts as an administrative headquarters for MSARNG units throughout the state.
The 184th Sustainment Command serves as a major subordinate command (MSC) within the Mississippi Army National Guard, providing administrative and training oversight for more than 2500 Soldiers in MSARNG units throughout the state.
Subordinate units include: the 168th Engineer Brigade and their subordinates, 890th & 223d Engineer Battalions; the 298th Support Battalion and their subordinates, the 367th and 3656th Maintenance Companies, the 1387th Quartermaster Company (water), and the 1687th Transportation Company (medium truck); as well as the 31st Support Detachment (Rear Operations Center) and the 114th Support Detachment (Army Liaison Team).
Click here to learn more about the 184th.
Historic attraction
Lawrence County Civic Center & Museum
Built circa 1924, the Lawerence County Civic Center and Museum is stately old building and located at the beginning of our historic district. It is filled with relics, antiques and history from many years ago, reaching into the present days. A historically renovated auditorium awaits upstairs that is available for parties, receptions and hosts annual Gala.
Historic attraction
Longino House
Another historic attraction is the Longino House and grounds, home of former Mississippi Governor Andrew Longino. The Longino House is a unique glimpse into early twentieth century Mississippi, is listed among the National Register of Historic Places, and offers public events throughout the year.