Stone County
19,569
Total Population
↑ +6.7%% from 2020
$59,307
Median Household Income
↑ +19.4% from 2020
39.3
Median Age
→ Stable (39 in 2020)
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
→ Near state average
Stone County is a close-knit community in South Mississippi known for its pine forests and agricultural legacy. Established in 1916 and named for Governor John M. Stone, the county is centrally located between Hattiesburg and the Gulf Coast. The county seat, Wiggins, is famous for its historic pickle industry and as the gateway to the Flint Creek Water Park. Home to the Perkinston campus of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Stone County balances a commitment to education with a lifestyle deeply rooted in timber farming and outdoor recreation.
In Pearl River, Jackson, Forrest, George and Stone counties, local officials said the money will support projects including emergency facilities and infrastructure upgrades.
Chief Kellum Fairley of the Lucedale Police Department said the appeal for a small agency is simple — the cameras extend what officers can see.
So far, 13 cabins and one bunkhouse have been remodeled with new paint, flooring, appliances and furniture.
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