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Lakeshore, Mississippi
Lakeshore, Mississippi is located in Mississippi
Lakeshore, Mississippi
Lakeshore, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Lakeshore, Mississippi is located in the United States
Lakeshore, Mississippi
Lakeshore, Mississippi
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Mississippi
County Hancock
Elevation
10 ft (3 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
39558
GNIS feature ID 711739

Lakeshore is a small, unincorporated community located in the western part of Hancock County, Mississippi. Being "unincorporated" means it's not an official city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's governed by the county. Lakeshore is also part of the larger GulfportBiloxi area, which is a big group of cities and towns that are close together.

About Lakeshore

Lakeshore is a quiet community found along the beautiful Gulf Coast of Mississippi. It's known for its peaceful atmosphere and connection to the water.

Location and Transport

This community is situated on a railway line. This line is currently used by CSX Transportation. In the past, it was a stop for the Louisville and Nashville Railroad. Train depots, like the one in Lakeshore, were important places where people and goods could get on and off trains.

A Bit of History

Lakeshore has had its own post office since 1901. This means that for over 120 years, people in Lakeshore have been able to send and receive mail right in their community.

Facing a Big Storm

On August 29, 2005, a very powerful storm called Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast. A reporter from CNN, Gary Tuchman, said that Lakeshore was one of the places hit hardest by this hurricane. The storm caused a lot of damage to the community.

Local Fun

Today, Lakeshore is home to the Silver Slipper Casino. This casino is a popular spot for entertainment in the area.

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