Cities and Towns in Covington County, Mississippi

Here is a list of all the cities, towns, and communities in Covington county, Mississippi

Covington County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2020 census, the population was 18,340. Its county seat is Collins.

The county is named for U.S. Army officer and Congressman Leonard Covington.

Here is a list of all the cities, towns, and communities in Covington County, Mississippi:

Cities

Here are some quick facts about Covington county, Mississippi:

Location: U.S. state of Mississippi, in the southwestern part of the state.
County Seat: Collins
Population: 18,340
Founded: 1819
Area: 797 square miles (2,065 square kilometers)
Cities: Collins, Mount Olive, Taylorsville
Interesting Facts: Covington County is named after Brigadier General Leonard Covington, a hero of the War of 1812, The county is located in the Piney Woods region of Mississippi, known for its forests and rolling hills, The Bogue Chitto River flows through the county and is a popular spot for fishing and canoeing, Covington County is home to the Mississippi State University Forest Products Laboratory, which conducts research on sustainable forestry practices.
Official website: https://www.covingtoncountyms.gov/

Covington County is named after Brigadier General Leonard Covington, who served in the War of 1812.

Some historical sites in Covington County include the Collins Depot Museum, the Mount Olive Methodist Church, and the Taylorsville Courthouse.

Some cultural events held in Covington County include the Covington County Fair, the Mount Olive Blues & Heritage Festival, and the Taylorsville Christmas Parade.

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