Carnes is a small unincorporated community in southern Forrest County, Mississippi. It is part of the Hattiesburg, Mississippi Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Carnes was settled in 1905 and was originally named Helena. Its name was changed to Carnes in honor of John Carnes, an early settler. Carnes is located on the former Gulf and Ship Island Railroad and was once home to two pine lumber mills and the Red Creek Lumber Company. A post office operated under the name Carnes from 1905 to 1934.

Geography

Carnes is located at latitude 30.9935178, longitude -89.2597811.

Education

Carnes is served by the Forrest County Public School System.

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