Holcomb is an

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and

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(CDP) in Grenada County,

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, United States. It is part of the Grenada Micropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census the community had a population of 600. Holcomb has a

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with the ZIP Code of 38940.

History

The community was founded in 1901 on land that once was the home site of

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Indian Chief Isaac Perry. Holcomb is located on the former

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. At one time, Holcomb was home to a

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factory, Munger System Gin, axe handle factory, church, saw mill, and several general stores. The Bank of Holcomb was established in 1905.

Geography

Holcomb is in western Grenada County, on the south side of the valley of the

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. Mississippi Highways 7 and 8 pass through the community, together leading east east to

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, the

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. The two highways split in Holcomb, with Highway 7 leading southwest to

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and Highway 8 leading west to Ruleville.

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passes through Holcomb as well, leading south to Carrollton and north to Charleston. According to the

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, the Holcomb CDP has an area of , all of it land.

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the

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system, Holcomb has a

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, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Demographics

Notable natives

* Kristi Addis, 1987

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References

External links

Holcomb community website

Gallery

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