Tylertown - Walthall County

Tylertown
Walthall County
...where Country
means Opportunity
Convenient If you're looking for con-
The state charges no income tax on certified
venient big-city access with affordable
retirement income like 401(k)s and IRAs,
and quaint small-town charm, Walthall
the cost of living is low and housing prices
County may be just the place for you.
are some of the most affordable in the
Quaint Enjoy the charm and neighborli-
country.
ness of a small town with a short drive
Healthcare Costs are an important issue
providing the energy and excitement of
for retirees, and Mississippi offers health-
New Orleans, LA, Jackson, MS and Baton
care costs that are 11.1% less than national
Rouge, LA.
averages.
All are within a 90-minute
Tylertown is home to Walthall
drive providing residents easy access to
General Hospital, an affiliate of Forest Gen-
museums, municipal airports, and some
eral Hospital, and we’re located less than 20
of the best hospitals in the South. Four-
miles from Southwest Mississippi Regional
lane HWY 98 makes traveling to Hatties-
Medical Center
burg, MS and accessing I-59 a pleasant
and speedy route.
I-55 and McComb,
MS is less than 20 minutes from Tylertown via four-lane Hwy 98.
Affordable
Low Tax Rates
Combine these figures
with the states lucrative tax figures meant
to attract retirees and you have a win-win
situation! There are no taxes on qualified
Improve your retirement
retirement income, including Social Security
finances by moving to Walthall County
benefits. There is a bonus exemption on
and live well for less. Prescription drugs,
property taxes those 65 and over, and the
utilities, fuel, newspapers, health care
state has one of the lowest income tax rates
services, and payments made by Medi-
varying from 3 to 5%. Mississippi is rated
care and Medicaid are all exempt from
sixth in the country for lowest taxes for re-
the state sales tax that is set at 7%.
tirees by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine, and number one in the Sun Belt.
We’re proud of our roots. Walthall County is known as the Cream Pitcher of Mississippi
for having the highest milk production in the state for many years, our people are the “Cream of the Crop”
and invite you, your family, or business, to plant roots n Walthall County!
2 2015 Events
Come join the fun ...
Monday, Jan. 19
Martin Luther King Day
May 14~16
Bluegrass Festival
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
parade and observance is
sponsored by Tylertown irst Baptist Church.
Bluegrass on the Creek is
held at the Southwest
Events Center. RV campers and over 1000 spectators typically travel to see
bluegrass groups from
several states. Partially funded by the Mississippi Arts Commission.
Saturday, March 28
Easter Parade
10 a.m. Centennial Square
and Egg Hunt 12:30
Holmes Water Park. Kids 10
and under.
Monday, May 26
Memorial Day Ceremony
Hosted by American Legion
Post 56. 5:30 p.m. at the
Legion Hut.
Thursday, May 7
National Day of Prayer
Our activities are spearheaded by Tylertown First Baptist
Church.
Farmers’ Market - open on
Tuesdays from 8 a.m.~1
p.m.., May through November.
June 6
Dairy Festival
Friday, May 8
Relay for Life
Walthall County's Relay for
Life will be held at 6:00 p.m. at
Holmes Water Park or the
AgriHeritage Center in case of rain.
For event information, please call the
Chamber of Commerce at (601) 876-2680
or visit www.walthallchamber.com
The old-fashioned festival provides free activities and
entertainment starting with the 8 a.m. Opening Ceremony and concluding with a 9 p.m. Fireworks Display. Enjoy the antique car show, cow mooing contest, butter churning contest, sack race, turtle races,
live entertainment, baby contest, antique tractor and
engine display, and more. Coupled with plenty of
food, lots of exhibits, a big arts and crafts show, and
political speaking. The Dairy Festival is our largest
event for the year and one of the largest festivals in
the region.
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Holiday Open House - Tuesday, Nov. 12.
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Friday, Oct. 30
Townwide
Halloween Party
Ghouls and goblins are
seen all over town for
the annual Townwide
Halloween Party. Local merchants encourage
their employees to costume and supply treats
to trick-or-treaters after school.
Holmes Water Park Paved walking trails
meander along Magee’s Creek, a popular
destination for canoeing. Located only a 90minute drive from New Orleans, Baton
Rouge, and Jackson - Tylertown is an easy
day trip. The Children's Playground is adorable and open all year. Tour the Christmas
Lights during the holiday season. The pavilion and the outdoor stage are available for
parties during other times of the year.
Camper Hookups, 4,000sf conference room,
arena, located adjacent to the park at the
Southwest Events Center,
The park is great for
birdwatching enthusiasts. Many species
are found along the
trail, among the pines
and tall, leafy hardwoods. Pileated Woodpeckers, like this one,
are plentiful. Over 300
species of birds have
been spotted in the
county.
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Some businesses will be open 9 a.m.~7 p.m.
with refreshments and special promos.
Christmas Tree Lighting - Friday, Nov.
20, 5:30 p.m., Centennial Square.
Christmas Bazaar – Friday & Saturday,
Nov. 20~21, Southwest Events Center.
Town-wide Holiday Sale - Friday, Nov.
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Thursday, Nov. 26 -Dec. 31 6:00-8:30
p.m. Open Nightly, weather permitting. 5
cars, $20 buses
Wagon Rides-Nov. 20~21
6:00-8:30
p.m.. $5
Walking Tour-Wednesday, Nov. 25, 6:00-
8:30 $5
Christmas Parade-Tuesday, Dec. 1~5:30
Santa Comes to Town-Friday, Dec. 4,
3:30-5:00p.m. Join Santa for photos and
Mrs. Claus for stories, cookies and milk.
Centennial Square.
Country Christmas Craft Show
&Festival-Friday, Dec. 11. AgriHeritage
Center and Old-timey demonstrations, refreshments, and entertainment around town.
9a.m.~6 p.m.
Prize Drawing - Friday, Dec. 18, 6 p.m.,
at the AgriHeriage Center. $1,500 in Tylertown Shopping Dollars, free La-Z-Boy rej frjmrfe
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