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

Friday, March 2, 2012

2012 Tide Update Meetings

Even though the Turning the Tide on Poverty Actions have been completed, there are many people in Neshoba County with great ideas on how to prosper our community!

Tide Update Meetings: Last Wednesday of each month!
12Noon, Neshoba County Extension office/ conference room
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