 At the present time, there are no direct economic factors contributing to life in Reese, although many influences have historically added to the business climate of the community.Among these have been general stores, a cotton gin, a sawmill, a candle factory, a fish farm, a Ford dealership, a mechanic shop, as well as agriculture (farms, ranches, and production of hay, tomatoes, and peaches, among other produce items).Reese had its own post office starting in 1895; Miss Angie Lane was the first postmistress there, and had the name "Andy" established (for a Jacksonville postmaster, A.J.