Petal, Mississippi
Population: 7,579
Located in Forrest County
Petal, otherwise known as "The Friendly city," is home to approximately 8000 citizens, and has been awarded "Mississippi's Most Livable Community." In 1973 Petal incorporated to preserve its school system which over the years has become one of the most renowned in the state. Since then, a new elementary school and high school have been constructed. Petal is widely known as having one of the most awarded and competitive school districts. In 1996 Petal School District was made a level 5 accreditation and they have continued to hold this prestigious ranking. Level 5 accreditation is the highest ranking possible and is given to only a few schools each year. The health care facilities located in neighboring Hattiesburg offer many opportunities for jobs and state-of-the-art treatments that are not offered anywhere else. Petal is also home to several doctor offices, clinics, and dental offices. The consistently mild weather offers ample opportunities to enjoy outdoor sporting activities located close to Petal which include: golf, fishing, hunting, camping, swimming, tennis, canoeing, plus much more. Some of the recreation facilities available include 2 roller-skating rinks, 1 golf course, 8 tennis courts, 4 baseball fields, 8 soccer/softball fields, 1 remote control airfield, 3 walking tracks, 1 miniature golf course, 1 bowling alley, 1 children's park, 1 water park, and 3 community centers available for rent. Petal is ideally located to take advantage of a wide variety of educational, cultural and recreational activities. Petal is placed approximately 5 miles from Hattiesburg, otherwise known as the "Hub" of Mississippi and just 90 miles from Jackson, the state capitol. The University of Southern Mississippi, home of the Golden Eagles, is only about 5 miles away, and William Carey College in south Hattiesburg is even closer. Sandy beaches and opportunities for sailing and salt water fishing are only 70 miles away on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The bright lights of New Orleans and Mobile are located within a two hour drive. Presently, the nearest airports are Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional, a commercial airport 7 miles away, and Bobby L. Chain, a general aviation airport 3 miles away.
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