I teach in north Mississippi & have several colleagues who come from the Tupelo/New Albany area. I go to Tupelo several times a year for shopping & just getting away for a day! New Albany is quite close to Tupelo & one colleague is very happy w/ the education her kids receive. They also have a tennis team! My former dental hygienist was from Tupelo & she sent her daughter to a private daycare/school.
Check out New Albany too. They have one of the best bakeries ever, Sugaree’s! Yum! The Tupelo Automobile Museum is great. The downtown charming. They also have several festivals.
Thanks Leaning. I’m looking at the surrounding areas as well. Worst case, I’m trying to keep a daily commute to a minimal in order to keep as much time for family.