LeFlore, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
LeFlore, Mississippi
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 LeFlore, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
LeFlore, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Grenada |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38940
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
| GNIS feature ID | 672393 |
LeFlore is a small, unincorporated community in Grenada County, Mississippi, United States. This means it's not a city or town with its own local government. It's part of a larger area called the Grenada Micropolitan Statistical Area. You can find LeFlore about 10 miles (16 km) south of Holcomb, Mississippi and 3 miles (5 km) north of Avalon, Mississippi, right along Mississippi Highway 7.
A Look at LeFlore's Past
LeFlore was once a busy little hub! It had three general stores where people could buy almost anything they needed. There was also a hotel, which was important for travelers.
Cotton and Trains
A big part of LeFlore's history involved cotton. The community had a cotton gin, which was a machine that separated cotton fibers from their seeds. This was a vital process for farmers in the area.
LeFlore was also located along the Illinois Central Railroad. Trains were a major way to transport goods and people back then. This railway connection helped the community grow.
The Post Office
For many years, LeFlore had its own post office. It opened in 1887 and served the community until 1978. This shows that LeFlore was an active and important place for its residents for a long time.
Images for kids
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Leflore Baptist Church
