Soso, MS Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 400 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: +5.5%

Population (female): 179

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Soso: 79.9 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Mississippi and other state lists, there were 7 registered sex offenders living in Soso, Mississippi as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Soso is 70 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (12.8%), English (5.7%).

Elevation: 312 feet

Races:
      White alone - 314 - 77.0%
      Black alone - 83 - 20.3%
      Hispanic - 9 - 2.2%
      Two or more races - 2 - 0.5%

After the Civil War, yeoman farmers returned to the area. The town developed a small mixed-race community. Among its notable residents was Unionist Newton Knight, who lived there mostly after the Reconstruction era with his wife Rachel and family. Knight was known for having led the Knight Company in and around Jones County during 1863 and 1864 in resistance to Confederate authorities, trying to protect local farmers. After the war he lived in Jasper County for a time, where he was active in the Republican Party. In 1872 he was appointed as a deputy U.S. Marshal for the Southern District. After Reconstruction ended, Knight retired from politics, as white Democrats took over county and state offices.

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Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Soso, MS Locations

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Multiple Testing Centers In Soso, MS

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Soso, MS Testing Locations

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2313 HIGHWAY 15 N 7.9 miles

2313 HIGHWAY 15 N
LAUREL, MS 39440
Categories: LAUREL MS

30 CIRCLE J DR STE 1 8.7 miles

30 CIRCLE J DR STE 1
LAUREL, MS 39440
Categories: LAUREL MS

528 N 15TH AVE 8.7 miles

528 N 15TH AVE
LAUREL, MS 39440
Categories: LAUREL MS

1515 JEFFERSON ST 9.0 miles

1515 JEFFERSON ST
LAUREL, MS 39440
Categories: LAUREL MS

1430 JEFFERSON ST 9.1 miles

1430 JEFFERSON ST
LAUREL, MS 39440
Categories: LAUREL MS

119 S 12TH AVE 9.1 miles

119 S 12TH AVE
LAUREL, MS 39440
Categories: LAUREL MS

1220 JEFFERSON ST 9.2 miles

1220 JEFFERSON ST
LAUREL, MS 39440
Categories: LAUREL MS

105 EATON ST PO BOX 159 9.6 miles

105 EATON ST PO BOX 159
TAYLORSVILLE, MS 39168
Categories: TAYLORSVILLE MS

S SIXTH ST 15.0 miles

S SIXTH ST
BAY SPRINGS, MS 39422
Categories: BAY SPRINGS MS

549 MASONITE LAKE RD 15.9 miles

549 MASONITE LAKE RD
LAUREL, MS 39443
Categories: LAUREL MS

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

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Importance of Local Drug Testing Centers

Drug testing centers are crucial for identifying drug use and ensuring compliance with various legal and safety regulations. They help employers maintain a safe and productive work environment, assist law enforcement and legal professionals, and support health care providers in treating and advising patients on substance use.

Services Offered by Local Drug Testing Centers

  • Pre-Employment Screening: Testing potential employees to ensure they meet the employer's policies regarding drug use.
  • Random Drug Testing: Conducting unscheduled drug tests to deter drug use among employees or members of an organization.
  • Reasonable Suspicion Testing: Testing individuals who exhibit behaviors that suggest drug use, based on observed conditions explicitly articulated by trained supervisors.
  • Post-Accident Testing: Assessing employees for drug use after an accident to determine if drugs were a contributing factor to the incident.
  • Follow-Up Testing: Monitoring employees who have returned to work after participating in rehabilitation programs for substance use.

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  1. Accreditation: Ensure the center is accredited by relevant health and safety authorities, indicating compliance with industry standards.
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Local Area Info: Soso, Mississippi

After the Civil War, yeoman farmers returned to the area. The town developed a small mixed-race community. Among its notable residents was Unionist Newton Knight, who lived there mostly after the Reconstruction era with his wife Rachel and family. Knight was known for having led the Knight Company in and around Jones County during 1863 and 1864 in resistance to Confederate authorities, trying to protect local farmers. After the war he lived in Jasper County for a time, where he was active in the Republican Party. In 1872 he was appointed as a deputy U.S. Marshal for the Southern District. After Reconstruction ended, Knight retired from politics, as white Democrats took over county and state offices.

Soso is located in northwestern Jones County at 31°45?16?N 89°16?27?W? / ?31.75444°N 89.27417°W? / 31.75444; -89.27417 (31.754465, -89.274120). Mississippi Highway 28 passes through the center of town, leading southeast 5 miles (8 km) to U.S. Route 84 and northwest 10 miles (16 km) to Taylorsville. Laurel, the largest city in Jones County, is 10 miles southeast of Soso via Highways 28 and 84. Mississippi Highway 29 has its northern terminus in Soso and leads south 12 miles (19 km) to Ellisville.

As of the census of 2010, there were 408 people, 160 households, and 116 families residing in the town. The population density was 189.7 people per square mile (73.2/km²). There were 174 housing units at an average density of 87.1 per square mile (33.6/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 20.3% African American, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 400 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: +5.5%

Population (female): 179

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Soso: 79.9 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Mississippi and other state lists, there were 7 registered sex offenders living in Soso, Mississippi as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Soso is 70 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (12.8%), English (5.7%).

Elevation: 312 feet

Races:
      White alone - 314 - 77.0%
      Black alone - 83 - 20.3%
      Hispanic - 9 - 2.2%
      Two or more races - 2 - 0.5%

After the Civil War, yeoman farmers returned to the area. The town developed a small mixed-race community. Among its notable residents was Unionist Newton Knight, who lived there mostly after the Reconstruction era with his wife Rachel and family. Knight was known for having led the Knight Company in and around Jones County during 1863 and 1864 in resistance to Confederate authorities, trying to protect local farmers. After the war he lived in Jasper County for a time, where he was active in the Republican Party. In 1872 he was appointed as a deputy U.S. Marshal for the Southern District. After Reconstruction ended, Knight retired from politics, as white Democrats took over county and state offices.