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The City of Brandon is the county seat of Rankin County, Mississippi. It has been said that Brandon has furnished the State of Mississippi with more governors, senators, congressman, judges, district attorneys, physicians and teachers than any other town of its size in the state. Brandon has often been called the "City of Red Hills Landen with Golden Opportunities".
~ History of Brandon
Before white settlers arrived, Brandon real estate was the center of Indian activities. More than 50 Indian sites have been documented in Rankin County. At the time the county was created, the future town site was a flourishing trade settlement and camping site for travelers. Early settlers were looking for rich land, game and fish. They raised livestock, hunted and logged.
Prior to 1828, 31 residents of the area of Hinds County located east of Pearl, petitioned the Legislature to divide Hinds and form a new county seat, with a seat of justice near the center for the convenience of its inhabitants. A bill was presented on February 4, 1828, stating that all the portion of Hinds County lying east of the Pearl River shall form and constitute the county of Rankin in memory of the late Honorable Christopher Rankin, a distinguished lawyer and politician who served Mississippi in Congress from 1819 until his death in 1826.
In January of 1829, Brandon, named after the first native born governor Gerald C. Brandon, was given the county seat. The big trees and cane were cleared from what we call the square and the courthouse was erected in the center.
~ Education in Brandon
Brandon public schools have an excellent 5A Classification and are overseen by the Rankin County School District. There are five elementary, two middle, two high schools and one alternative education system operating under the Rankin County School District in Brandon real estate. For parents wishing to explore an alternative to public education, there are six private schools available for students living in Brandon.
~ Things to See & Do in Brandon
Arts and culture are high on the list for residents and vistors of Brandon real estate. You can catch a play at the Black Rose Theater or enjoy live music at a Brandon in the Park celebration. The nearby Ross-Barnett Reservoir is a great place to enjoy a lazy day fishing, boating or swimming. Golfers of all skills can enjoy golfing at the Castlewoods Golf Course in Brandon or any of the several golf courses available in the surrounding area. Visit the Brandon Calendar of Events for details on local events in Brandon.
One trip to Brandon real estate and you will see just why so many people love to call it home.
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