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Mississippi honors two DeSoto schools for reading program
Two DeSoto County schools have begun an innovative program to help students in younger grades do better in reading comprehension.
Brandon LaGrone II
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August 2025
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North MississippiIn conservative DeSoto County, progressive group takes root
Indivisible DeSoto MS, founded three months ago, has become a visible presence on the Hernando Square, aiming to rebuild democratic participation and more.
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Music Inaugural hip-hop awards weekend planned for Memphis
Organizers of a new event touted hundreds of celebrity appearances, a significant boost to Memphis tourism and local businesses and an estimated economic impact between $30 million and $50 million.
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North MississippiCity of Hernando reduces millage rate
The adjustments to the millage rate will not cover the entire Hernando budget, but it will be up to the city leaders to balance the financial plans as they deal with costs in the fiscal year.
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North MississippiMan who escaped DeSoto County custody pleads guilty to attempted murder
In 2024, Joshua Zimmerman escaped DeSoto County custody, where he was being held for attempted murder. Before he came to Mississippi, he wanted for murder in Texas.
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Elections Special election primary winners chosen across North Mississippi districts
A special election after a redrawing of districts has set the ballot for the November general election in North Mississippi.
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North MississippiFormer DeSoto Central High standout assigned to Memphis Redbirds
Blaze Jordan, once a YouTube sensation, now finds his baseball journey coming full circle.
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North MississippiTaxing times ahead? DeSoto County leaders plot relief for state mandate
DeSoto County supervisors have started looking at the property tax rate trying to balance the millage with the requirements set by the state regarding property assessments.
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July 2025
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Public SafetyCommunity connections: Olive Branch police start new volunteer program
The Olive Branch Police Department is seeking volunteers to work on the force as a supplement to its regular full-time officers.
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North Mississippi‘Oh, the hummingbirds!’ Southaven gears up for inaugural festival
With the exodus of a hummingbird festival in Holly Springs, a Southaven alderman has replanted the event in DeSoto County.
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North Mississippi ‘Adventure’ begins as new Hernando High opens
The new $90 million Hernando High has more than 200,000 square feet and is situated on an expansive 94-acre lot.
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BusinessFrom Como with crunch: Pecan brand is rooted in family
“My dad bought the orchard in 1995, but the trees themselves were planted around 1887,” said the owner of the new Como Pecan Co.
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North MississippiJimmy Stokes is Horn Lake’s first Black mayor but he got his start at Kroger
Get to know the former planning commissioner who defeated his Republican opponent by fewer than 100 votes.
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North Mississippi Former Southaven officer gets maximum sentence in theft scheme
Prosecutors alleged he exploited his position and knowledge of law enforcement.
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SuburbsLaGrone: Houston High funding, Quail Ridge Golf Course controversy
It’s been a week of strong opinions, tough questions and renewed commitment in the suburbs.
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Public Safety Ole Miss student’s killing a ‘priority one case for us’
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office found more than 40 rifle and pistol shell casings but is still trying to find out what led to the mass shooting.
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North Mississippi DeSoto CVB names new director
Her immediate focus will be to leverage the new and larger event spaces that are part of the Landers Center’s $88 million expansion.
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Germantown Germantown tries to close $90M gap in Houston High renovation funding
With the city’s debt capacity limitations, the focus of Wednesday’s joint session shifted towards finding alternative funding measures.
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North MississippiFrom FedEx to City Hall: Olive Branch COO stepping down
Before Todd Ondra was hired, Olive Branch’s 17 department heads reported directly to the town’s mayor.
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North MississippiDisc-over the fun: Olive Branch’s disc golf course opens
Olive Branch took advantage of the Tennessee Valley Authority clearing trees at City Park by converting the hilly, zigzagging space to a disc golf course.
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Downtown Red, white, and riverfront: Downtown Memphis Fourth of July celebration
After a multi-year hiatus, Fourth of July fireworks returned to the Memphis riverfront on Friday, July 4, 2025.
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North Mississippi DeSoto Hope awards first scholarships to students affected by cancer
The local nonprofit founded by five cancer survivors has announced the first two recipients of its new $2,500 Community Cancer Support Scholarship.
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June 2025
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SuburbsFire in the sky: Officials urge safety first with fireworks
While many people enjoy the sound and fury of fireworks around Independence Day, there are dangers associated with the firecrackers and Roman candles.
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North MississippiA hero’s welcome: Southaven celebrates William Brooks’ new home
A retired U.S. Army sergeant who served in Iraq got a special home on Wednesday with the help of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
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North MississippiHorn Lake’s champion returns: Darius Harris hosts free football camp
Dallas Cowboys linebacker Darius Harris is back home in for a summer camp that is all about inspiration.
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