Tupelo, Mississippi
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Tupelo is a city in Lee County, Mississippi, known as the birthplace of Elvis Presley. It was the first city to receive electricity from the Tennessee Valley Authority in 1934, earning it the nickname 'The First TVA City'. The city serves as a major commercial and cultural hub for the northern region of the state.
Statistics
Area
167.53 km²
Population
37,923