Welcome. I'm a retired U.S. Army officer and former newspaper editor who embarked on my journey into Tai Chi while still in active service. Although my initial interest was piqued during my military days, my pursuit of Tai Chi was temporarily sidelined by time constraints and professional respons…
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Heidi L Gillis is certified as a Personal Fitness Trainer (W.I.T.S.) & Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. With specializations as Older Adult/Senior Fitness Specialist, Lifestyle Fitness Coach, level 1 Qigong F.I.T. and TaiChi F.I.T. , TCH Board Certified Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Instructor,…
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I have 40 years of energy arts experience, including a Doctorate in Chinese Energetic Medicine . My experience also includes Tai Chi, Reiki (Levels 1 and 2 certified), yoga and meditation. I have been passionate about teaching and applying Qi Gong to improve the wellbeing of my clients -- par…
Having learned and practiced Tai Chi as a young man, I recently renewed my study and have been practicing daily for four years. I can teach Yang Style Tai Chi Forms 8, 13, 16, 24, 32, 37, 40 and 42 forms. I also teach the recently adopted "Bafa Wubu" form, China's new Tai Chi standard. I use the "S…
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Petal, MS
Petal is a city in Forrest County, Mississippi, along the Leaf River. It is part of the Hattiesburg, Mississippi Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 10,454 in the 2010 census, increasing to 11,010 in the 2020 census.
As of the 2010 census, the city had a total area of 17.1 square miles (44.4 km2), of which 16.9 square miles (43.7 km2) was land and 0.3 square miles (0.7 km2), or 1.62%, was water. The city's area had increased by nearly 75% since 2000, following an annexation effort approved in 2002. Major sub-communities as of the annex are Macedonia, Barrontown, Sunrise, and Leeville. The Harvey community (currently downtown Petal) hosts city departments.
The first postmaster of Petal was Irving A. Polk. The post office was established in 1903 and was named after the daughter of a first settler. It is the only city in the U.S. with this name. Petal was incorporated on April 5, 1974. Petal was a community filled with farmers. This is slowly changing with new businesses coming into the city. The International Checker Hall of Fame was located in Petal until September 29, 2007, when 20,000 square feet (1,900 m2) of the 35,000-square-foot (3,300 m2) building caught fire. Petal was extensively damaged by an EF3 tornado on January 21, 2017.
As of the census of 2010, there were 10,454 people, 3,918 households, and 2,867 families residing in the city. The population density was 619.8 people per square mile. There were 4,261 housing units at an average density of 331.7 per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 86.1% White, 9.9% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 1.3% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.5% of the population.
Petal prioritizes the health and wellness of its residents, evident in the various facilities and programs dedicated to well-being. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Petal Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Crunch Fitness, Petal Family YMCA, and F3 Strength and Conditioning. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Petal, such as the Petal River Park and Photos of Petal River Park Blue Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.
The top sites in Petal, MS are Hattiesburg Zoo, Hattiesburg Pocket Museum, Mississippi Armed Forces Museum.
Population: 11,505 (2021). Area code: 601. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). ZIP code: 39465. Area: 17.15 sq mi (44.41 km2).
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Is Petal, MS a good place to live?
Petal is in Forrest County and is one of the best places to live in Mississippi. Living in Petal offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Petal there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Petal and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Petal are highly rated.
What is the poverty rate in Petal, MS?
In 2022, the median household income of Petal households was $61,957. Petal households made slightly more than Lyman households ($61,563) and Holcomb households ($61,429). However, 11.9% of Petal families live in poverty.
What are the demographics of Petal, MS?
Petal, MS is home to a population of 11k people, of which 98.4% are citizens. As of 2022, 1.9% of Petal, MS residents were born outside of the country (210 people). In 2022, there were 5.32 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (8.68k people) in Petal, MS than any other race or ethnicity. There were 1.63k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 345 White (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.
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Petal Parks and Recreation Department
Photos of Petal River Park Blue Trail
Mississippi Armed Forces Museum
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