MSGHN State Director: Everette Carr
MSGHN Asst. State Director: Tammy Howard-Westmoreland
MSGHN State Webmaster: Bill White
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Smith County is located in the central portion of Mississippi. Smith County was formed on December 23, 1833 and was named for Major David Smith of Hinds County, who was a hero of the American Revolution.

The county seat is Raleigh. Other Smith County communities include: Mize, Taylorsville, Polkville, Sylvarena, Burns, and Summerland. In its first census in 1840 there were 1,961 residents listed. In the last federal census in 2000 the population was 16,182.

 



Smith County MSGHN is looking for a volunteer to serve as County Director!
Some knowledge of creating websites is recommended.
A love for genealogy, history, and volunteer work is a must.
If you are interested in joining a group of caring and respectful volunteers,
contact Everette Carr, State Director for more information.

If you have Smith County information to share with researchers contact Everette Carr, Temporary Caretaker for Smith County MSGHN.

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