Situated just minutes from the Mississippi/Alabama border, Lucedale, Mississippi is a little slice of heaven. Founded in the early 1900s, Lucedale started with just 332 inhabitants. Over the last decade, the city has grown to its current size of a little over 3,000.
While the community is small, Lucedale prides itself in supporting local businesses. Businesses of all sizes have a place in Lucedale and will find the economy supportive. The Downtown Merchants Association is committed to keeping downtown Lucedale alive and well for its residents and tourists to enjoy. Preserving historic buildings and remembering the past while maintaining progress is what keeps Lucedale a thriving environment for locals. The town motto is “Where People & Progress Meet”.
The city places an emphasis on the health and wellness of its residents and encourages everyone to partake in at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. With numerous parks and walking trails, it’s not hard to do. For the youth of Lucedale, there is plenty to do after school and on weekends including baseball, soccer and softball at the local ball fields. Lucedale Park is home to state-of-the-art playground equipment, tennis and basketball courts, a walking track and a splash pad.
Residents of Lucedale enjoy small-town life with the convenience of the big city within arms reach. In just 45 minutes, one can find themself in downtown Mobile where they will find historic sites, numerous attractions, plenty of outdoor recreation and a wide variety of dining and shopping options.
Head south about 35 minutes and find yourself on the southern tip of Mississippi where you can enjoy the numerous festivals, parades and celebrations including the Blues & Heritage Festival, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and the Jackson County Mardi Gras Parade that takes place throughout the year. Enjoy a hot summer day on one of the many beaches, or rent a boat and get out on the water for deep-sea fishing, kayaking and more!
For those wanting an adventure, the rich culture, vibrant music scene and delightful cuisine of New Orleans is just a few hours away, making it perfect for a day trip or a weekend getaway. Explore the French Quarter, enjoy food from one of the hundreds of restaurants, take a ghost tour or do a little shopping in the heart of Louisiana.
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Lucedale offers a quality of life that will serve residents well from birth to retirement and every step in between. Make sure you and your family are prepared for all of life’s big milestones with financial and retirement planning from Care Financial. Our team of dedicated experts are here to help you get on the right path for a comfortable future. Give us a call today to find out how to get started.
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