Edwards, Mississippi

About Edwards

Set in the western part of Mississippi, Edwards is a tiny community, home to 927 residents as of the latest Census estimates.

Officially, Edwards is an incorporated town — local government on a neighborly scale. The community covers 1.66 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 558 residents per square mile.

📰 Edwards News Today

• Jimmy "Jim" Warren Edwards,Sr. Obituary (1951 - 2026) - Charleston, MS - WMC Legacy obituary · Aug 18
• Nolan Wells case: MS judge revokes bond for Ohio woman accused of death threats Sun Herald · Aug 14
• Cincinnati woman accused of making bomb threats to Mississippi agencies WLWT · Aug 3
• Cincinnati woman charged after making bomb threats to multiple government offices following Nolan Wells’ death WLOX · Aug 1
• Nolan Wells death: at least two people charged over alleged threats to officials The Guardian · Aug 3

Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.

What Makes Edwards Unique

• Positioned in western Mississippi, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
• Part of the fabric of Mississippi — one of 427 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

• Small-town pace of life: less traffic, more community, and neighbors who wave.
• Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 10 miles.

📍 Neighborhoods in Edwards

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🍽️ Where to Eat in Edwards

• Lee's Heavenly BBQ — barbecue

Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.

⚡ Quick Facts

🗺️ Map of Edwards

🏘️ Nearby Communities