Hopewell, Benton County, Mississippi facts for kids
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Hopewell, Mississippi
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 Hopewell, Benton County, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Hopewell, Benton County, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Benton |
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38683
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
| GNIS feature ID | 693521 |
Hopewell is a small place in Benton County, Mississippi, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of the larger county. Hopewell is sometimes also called Laird.
Exploring Hopewell's Location
Hopewell is located in the northeastern part of Mississippi. It's nestled within Benton County, Mississippi. This area is known for its rural landscapes and quiet communities.
Sharing a Zip Code
Even though Hopewell is a distinct community, it shares its zip code, 38683, with a nearby town called Walnut, Mississippi. A zip code helps the postal service deliver mail to the correct area.
A Glimpse into History
Hopewell, or Laird as it was once known, had its own post office for a while. This post office operated under the name Laird from 1894 until 1915. Having a post office was a big deal for small communities back then, as it was a main way for people to send and receive letters and packages.
