Welcome to Mississippi County, Arkansas, rich in Delta land and people! Located in the northeast corner of the state, the county was formed in 1833 and named for the mighty river that flows along its eastern border. Home to two county seats, Blytheville in the north and Osceola in the south, Mississippi County has a long history of being a leader in agriculture and has developed into an industrial stronghold over the last twenty years. Mississippi County has transportation access to the Mississippi River, Interstate 55, rail, port and airport facilities. Arkansas Northeastern College provides quality educational programs and lifelong learning opportunities for northeast Arkansas and southeast Missouri ‘Bootheel’ region residents. Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge and Mallard Lake provide the best of recreation through duck hunting, fishing, bird watching and other wildlife activities.
Enjoy a variety of landscape views with the four distinct seasonal changes that occur each year. Spring azaleas, summer crepe myrtles, fall maple trees and winter holly bushes all offer beauty unique to this area. And there is nothing to compare to the sun setting over a Mississippi County cotton field – you have to see it to believe it!
And then there’s the food. Whether its catfish or barbecue, foods from grandma’s kitchen or fresh fruit and vegetables from northeast Arkansas farms, the people of Mississippi County know how to cook and love to share good ole home-style Southern cooking with family and friends. If you leave hungry it's your own fault!
Our greatest asset is our people. Southern hospitality is a way of life for us and we will make you feel “right at home” in Mississippi County. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, your comfort is our top priority.
SPECIAL NOTICES OF GENERAL INTEREST
Quorum Court Meetings
The Mississippi County Quorum Court's regular monthly meetings will be held at the County Courthouse in Osceola during the 2012 calender year. The Quorum Court meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7 PM. Meetings are open to the public.
National Weather Service Survey Link
The National Weather Service offices in Memphis and Jackson, Mississippi, have worked with Dr. Laura Myers from Mississippi State University to develop a severe weather survey to sample the population of the Mid-South on reception of and response to severe weather warnings. They hope to use the results to improve National Weather Service warnings, services, and education of severe weather. This survey is not limited to just first responders. Responses are needed from a broad spectrum of the community in our area. Please take a few moments to complete this important survey.
Follow this link to the on-line survey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WeatherWarningStudy
Arkansas Shelter Rebate Program Suspended December 9, 2011
The Arkansas Dpartment of Emergency Management will take shelter rebate applications until December 9, 2011. Due to lack of funding, the program will then be suspended until further notice. Applications that are received through December 9, 2011 will be kept on file and those eligible will receive funding as it becomes available. Please check the ADEM website link for updates to the program.
Mississippi County Senior Center - Meals On Wheels Fundraiser
The Mississippi County Senior Center located at 1101 David Ln in Blytheville would like to invite you to the 'All You Wish To Eat Breakfast' on Friday, February 17, 2012 from 7:00am to 9:00am. All proceeds will benefit the Meals on Wheels program. Tickets are $5.00 per adult purchased in advance & $6.00 at the door. For more information please call 870.762.1222. With your help and support our Centers will continue to grow. Mississippi County Senior Services is a nonprofit organization.