Business View Civil and Municipal | May/June 2022

108 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 3, ISSUE 5 sissippi D esignated as a Main Street City, Clinton, Mississippi is one of the most livable, family-friendly areas in the state. Located in Hinds County within the Jackson Metropolis, the population is just above 28,000, making it the tenth largest city in Mississippi. Less than 200 miles from New Orleans, Clinton offers the opportunity to experience a number of attractions. From the Natchez Trace Parkway to Brighton Park and The Civil Rights Museum, plus a bevy of recreational offerings to enjoy year- round. While Clinton is a sought-after place to retire, there are still plenty of bars and restaurants around for all ages, in addition to 303 Jefferson Restaurant – a great place for locals to catch live music acts and more. Originally known as Mount Salus, this subtropical city is proud to host highly rated schools, including Mississippi College – the second oldest Baptist college in the U.S. Daniel Lang, Director of Economic Development AT A GLANCE CLINTON, MISSISSIPPI WHAT: 10th largest city in the state; population approx. 28,000 WHERE: In the Jackson Metropolitan area WEBSITE: www.clintonms.org RICH IN CHARM, CHARACTER & CULTURE