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Tyro, Mississippi
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 Tyro, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Tyro, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Tate |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38668
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
| GNIS feature ID | 679019 |
Tyro is a small, quiet place in Tate County, Mississippi, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government. Tyro is about 8 miles (13 km) east of Looxahoma and about 12 miles (19 km) south-southeast of Independence.
What's in a Name?
The name "Tyro" comes from an old English word. This word means "beginner" or "novice." It's like someone who is new to something or just starting out.
Famous People from Tyro
Tyro is the birthplace of a very talented singer named Al Hibbler. He was known for his amazing voice. Al Hibbler created many popular songs that became best-sellers.
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