Como, MS
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About Como
- • Blues musician Mississippi Fred McDowell was born in Como, achieving international fame.
- • Como is considered a birthplace of North Mississippi hill country blues music.
- • The Mississippi and Tennessee Railroad helped Como flourish in the 19th century.
- • Legend says a local haunted house is responsible for strange, unexplained occurrences.
- • The boll weevil devastation impacted Como's cotton-dependent economy significantly.
- • Named for Lake Como in Italy, the town was established around 1872.
- • With around 500 residents, Como's population is similar to a small village.
- • Sitting at 335 feet, Como's elevation is higher than nearby Sardis Lake.
- • Agriculture and manufacturing provide key employment opportunities for Como residents.
- • Como evokes a sense of quiet, rural charm and close-knit community spirit.
- • The Memphis Grizzlies, located nearby, made the Western Conference Finals in 2023.
- • South Panola High School, near Como, is a football powerhouse with multiple state titles.