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But this nickname is based on more than mere geography. Southaven is a special place. Excellent schools, a five-county public library system, active churches, superb public services and an amazing sense of community embrace Southaven in a world removed from metropolitan hassles.
Whenever Southaven residents feel the need to leave their relaxed neighborhoods, though, the big-city amenities of Memphis are minutes away.
Follow your ears to the hopping blues clubs, and in no time you'll be on Beale Street. While your toes are tapping, stop by Graceland and tour Elvis Presley's famed mansion.
Art, scientific and historical museums, as well as cultural events, are easy to come by. And Memphis is revered far and wide for its fine Southern and cosmopolitan cuisine.
When you're really ready to live it up, it's less than a half-hour drive to the casinos in Tunica County, Mississippi.
Blackjack, roulette, slots they've got it all. You can also enjoy delicious dining and great shows including the likes of Jay Leno.
This isn't to say you can't have a blast in Southaven. Recognized as one of the top 20 events in the Southeast, the annual Springfest brings upwards of 90,000 fun-seekers to town. A parade, midway rides, live music and the biggest barbecue cook-off in Mississippi keep the party going for three solid days.
Lakeview, a well-stocked oxbow lake keeps fishermen happy. Arkabutla Lake is known for its three-pound crappie, and sportsmen hunt its wildlife management area for deer, wild turkey, duck, quail and rabbit. Arkabutla also has plenty of camping and hiking, not to mention the best sailing winds south of Chicago.
Northwest Community College and the University of Mississippi both maintain campuses in Southaven - providing excellent continuing education opportunities.
Baptist Memorial Hospital-DeSoto is one of the region's best medical facilities. And a well-supported police force has become a national role model, reassuring the peaceful sense of security felt in Southaven.
8710 N. W. Drive
P.O. Box 425
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 280-CITY
1-877-TOPOFMS
www.southaven.org