Ethel, Mississippi

Ethel is a town in Attala County, Mississippi. The population was 348 at the 2020 census. History Ethel is named for the daughter of Capt. S. B. McConnico. The mayor of Ethel is Gwen Sims. Geography Ethel is located at 33°7′25″N 89°27′55″W (33.123524, -89.465275), along the Yockanookany River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.58 square miles (1.5 km2), all land. Education The town of Ethel is served by the Attala County School District. Notable people Archie Dees, professional basketball player. Myrtis Methvin, the second woman to serve as mayor of a community in the U.S. state of Louisiana. References