Concrete plans: Design approved for multi-use safe room in case of emergencies
The new multipurpose safe room will play a big role for residents, particularly those in unincorporated areas, during — and outside of — severe weather.
Brandon LaGrone II
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North MississippiBack in the saddle: DeSoto County’s longest-serving supervisor takes reins as president. Again.
Jessie Medlin brings a lot of history and experience to the DeSoto County Board of Supervisors, and this year he will serve as the body’s president.
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North MississippiPacked room challenges Southaven board over xAI
The Safe and Sound Coalition demanded an immediate halt to operations at the xAI facility located at 2875 Stanton Road at the Southaven Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting.
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North MississippiCoalition plans to address Southaven officials over xAI turbines
Citizens concerned about xAI’s move into Southaven are generating signatures on a petition asking to be heard on the development.
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North MississippiAsk the Memphian: What are the Mississippi origins of Dashboard Jesus?
Decades ago, drivers planted a plastic Jesus on their car’s dashboard to provide a bit of religious safety as automobiles became more prevalent on the road.
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North MississippiDeSoto County dentist office will start 2026 with something to smile about
Happy Smiles Dentistry is opening a new location in Olive Branch, continuing its practice of providing service to children and helping Medicaid families. But first, the dentist office awarded a total of $5,000 to local nonprofits.
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North MississippiDeSoto author debuts ‘Duck and Bubba’ book based on family bonds
A local author who has concentrated on writing about Alzheimer’s disease has pivoted to a 12-book series on youths who gain superpowers.
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North MississippiHow a Southaven principal found her calling as DeSoto County’s Administrator of the Year
April Rucker has a new title to go with her job as principal at Southaven Intermediate School. She is also the Administrator of the Year for DeSoto County Schools.
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North MississippiState senator to introduce legislation targeting school board member who supported Lindsey Whiteside
As the federal trial for Lindsey Whiteside is delayed by a month, a DeSoto County state senator is seeking legislation targeting officials who vouched for the former youth pastor charged with sexual battery with a minor.
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North MississippiMcLendon rolls out legislative priorities, including removing sales tax on groceries
With the Mississippi legislative session opening this week, state Sen. Michael McLendon has put together his wish list of issues he would like to see addressed for his constituents.
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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 Mississippi Milton Nichols, former Olive Branch mayor dies
Milton Nichols held the mayor’s office for 20 years from 1977 to 1997. He then won a seat on the DeSoto County Schools Board of Education, serving from 2011 to 2023.
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North Mississippi DeSoto County judge charged with DUI after Hernando traffic stop
A DeSoto County Justice Court judge is facing her own legal problems after erratic driving and a detour through a front yard led to driving under the influence charges in Hernando.
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North MississippiPumping the brakes: Olive Branch residents try to stop growth, but board hits the gas
Olive Branch residents opposed a gas station and a new subdivision in the DeSoto County city, but officials thought the plans had significant benefits to approve them in a pair of split votes.
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North MississippiSign of the times: DA Barton warns Memphis criminals to turn around
DeSoto County prosecutor Matthew Barton has a message for criminals coming from the north — your kind is not wanted in that county.
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North Mississippi‘You are not the victim’: DeSoto residents renew calls for school board member to resign over support letter
The criticism of DeSoto County School Board member Michele Henley continued Thursday as two speakers again called for her resignation at the board’s monthly meeting.
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North MississippiUp in smoke: Strict regulations reshape Mississippi’s vaping market
A new law in Mississippi limits the vape products available at DeSoto County outlets.
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North MississippiFor DeSoto County students, getting a head start in college begins at The W
High school students can get a taste of higher education, expand their horizons and maybe shave off a semester of their college career with help from the Mississippi University for Women.
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North MississippiDefense pushes back on claim Lindsey Whiteside sentence was won by fraud
Defense attorneys for Lindsey Whiteside have offered a counterargument against the prosecution claims the former coach and youth pastor should be resentenced.
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North MississippiDeSoto school board asks lawmakers to revive bill that could remove one of its own members
This move comes as board member Michele Henley faces sustained pressure for supporting convicted former youth pastor Lindsey Whiteside.
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North Mississippi‘Just doing what I was supposed to do': Captain goes into water to reach trapped teens
A DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office was not only at the right place at the right time but also had the right training to rescue two teenage girls who ended up in a ditch after a crash.
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North MississippiWhy the DeSoto County sheriff chose the Marines, when he feels most alive and more
Sheriff Thomas E. Tuggle II answers questions ranging from what his favorite music is to how he wants to be remembered.
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North Mississippi New judge appointed in high-profile Whiteside case
Whiteside is accused of engaging in a sexual act with an underage female. Multiple judges have withdrawn from the case.
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North MississippiSouth Point Grocery arrives in Southaven
The company that operates stores like Cash Saver and High Point Grocery will open South Point Grocery in DeSoto County.
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North MississippiWhiteside back in custody, new trial date set
Lindsey Whiteside is back in custody on charges of sexual activity with a minor after a federal judge overturned a magistrate’s decision to release Whiteside on bond.
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