Kilmichael, Mississippi facts for kids
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Kilmichael, Mississippi
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Sign for Kilmichael, Mississippi
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| Motto(s):
"The Town That Cares"
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Location in Montgomery County and the state of Mississippi
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 Kilmichael, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Mississippi | |
| County | Montgomery | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.94 sq mi (7.62 km2) | |
| • Land | 2.94 sq mi (7.61 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) | |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 639 | |
| • Density | 217.42/sq mi (83.96/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
39747
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| Area code(s) | 662 | |
| FIPS code | 28-37560 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0672122 | |
Kilmichael is a small town located in Montgomery County, Mississippi, United States. In 2020, about 639 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history and a strong community spirit.
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Town History and Growth
Kilmichael has been around for a long time. Back in 1900, only 227 people lived here. The town started to grow, and in 1904, the Bank of Kilmichael was opened to help local businesses and families.
Fair Elections in Kilmichael
In 2001, something important happened in Kilmichael. The people in charge of the town's government, called the board of aldermen, decided to cancel the town elections. They said they needed more time to make changes to how elections were run.
However, some people believed the elections were delayed to prevent African American politicians from being elected. The Justice Department, which helps make sure laws are followed, stepped in. They used a law called the Voting Rights Act to make sure a special election happened.
Because of this, Kilmichael held a special election. For the first time ever, the town elected its first African American mayor and three African American aldermen. This was a big step for fairness and equal representation in the town's government.
Exploring Kilmichael's Geography
Kilmichael is located in the eastern part of Montgomery County. A major road, U.S. Route 82, goes around the northeast side of the town. This highway makes it easy to travel to nearby cities.
If you head west on Highway 82 for about 10 miles (16 km), you'll reach Winona. Winona is the county seat, which means it's where the main government offices for Montgomery County are located. If you go east for about 20 miles (32 km), you'll find Eupora. Another road, Mississippi Highway 413, goes southeast from Kilmichael for about 16 miles (26 km) to French Camp.
Land and Water Features
The town of Kilmichael covers an area of about 2.9 square miles (7.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a tiny bit of water. The Big Black River flows just south of Kilmichael. This river is a branch of the much larger Mississippi River.
Population Changes Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 227 | — | |
| 1910 | 380 | 67.4% | |
| 1920 | 395 | 3.9% | |
| 1930 | 577 | 46.1% | |
| 1940 | 556 | −3.6% | |
| 1950 | 511 | −8.1% | |
| 1960 | 532 | 4.1% | |
| 1970 | 543 | 2.1% | |
| 1980 | 906 | 66.9% | |
| 1990 | 826 | −8.8% | |
| 2000 | 830 | 0.5% | |
| 2010 | 699 | −15.8% | |
| 2020 | 639 | −8.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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The population of Kilmichael has changed quite a bit over the years. The table to the left shows how many people lived in the town during different census years. You can see that the population grew a lot between 1970 and 1980, but it has decreased in recent years.
Understanding the 2020 Census
The 2020 census collected information about the people living in Kilmichael. This table shows the different racial and ethnic groups in the town. It helps us understand the diversity of Kilmichael's residents.
| Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White alone (NH) | 259 | 271 | 37.05% | 42.41% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 429 | 341 | 61.37% | 53.36% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 4 | 0 | 0.57% | 0.00% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 5 | 0 | 0.72% | 0.00% |
| Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Some Other Race alone (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Mixed Race or Multi-Racial (NH) | 1 | 24 | 0.14% | 3.76% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1 | 3 | 0.14% | 0.47% |
| Total | 699 | 639 | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Education in Kilmichael
Students in Kilmichael are part of the Winona-Montgomery Consolidated School District. This district was formed when the Montgomery County and Winona Separate School Districts joined together.
Changes in Local Schools
For many years, Kilmichael had its own schools: Montgomery County Elementary and Montgomery County High School. At one point, Kilmichael Elementary had as many as 1,000 students!
In 1989, Kilmichael High School combined with Duck Hill High School. The new school was named Montgomery County High School in 1990. Later, in 2004, Kilmichael Elementary and Duck Hill Elementary also combined to form Montgomery County Elementary School.
However, in 2018, both Montgomery County Elementary and Montgomery County High School in Kilmichael closed. Now, the plan is for students to attend one elementary and one high school located in Winona, which is about 11 miles (18 km) west of Kilmichael.
Famous People from Kilmichael
Many interesting people have connections to Kilmichael:
- Hackett Dyre – He was a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives and the Mississippi Senate.
- Grace Hightower – Known as a philanthropist, singer, actress, and socialite.
- Bobby Howell – He served as a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives for many years.
- B.B. King – A world-famous blues guitarist who grew up in Kilmichael.
- Topher – A rapper, songwriter, and commentator.
See also
In Spanish: Kilmichael para niños
