The state of Mississippi and the entire nation has been going through a recession and the economy has been sluggish. Neshoba County has suffered as have most counties in Mississippi. Recent figures have shown that we hit an all time high with an over 11 percent unemployment rate. Many families are doing without many necessities and the poverty rate for Neshoba County has increased to over 25 percent. Unfortunately, the rate of poverty for children under the age of six is 28 percent. Many individuals are struggling to find employment. Some are being forced to look for employment outside of Neshoba County
The people of Neshoba County are not likely to forget this tragic day. An F5 tornado ripped across the town of Philadelphia and out into the county destroying homes and business. Two deaths were reported in neighboring Kemper County.
ReplyDeleteDorothy Taylor's family lost everything, yet due to the generous spirit of the community, she and her 7 children have a new home. Dorothy had studied in a Tide study circle. After her needs were met, she began to organize a family resource center and Henderson Ridge Baptist church in east Neshoba County. Dorothy and her church family want everyone to know if there is an emergency or family in need, they have food, clothing, furniture, baby items, and household goods ready.