North Mississippi
Shifting tides in Horn Lake: Democrats claim majority
Democrats grabbing a majority of seats on the Horn Lake Board of Mayor and Aldermen was not a huge surprise to some, but whether or not it is a trend remains to be seen.
Brandon LaGrone II
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June 2025
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Food News Winner, winner, chicken dinner: First Raising Cane’s in Memphis area opens
Chicken-finger fanatics, cheerleaders and an Elvis impersonator flocked to the popular chain restaurant for a combo meal and a chance to win free Cane’s for a year.
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North Mississippi ‘Those people’ and a lawsuit: Discrimination allegations hit DeSoto County tourism
The core of the civil lawsuit focuses on allegations concerning Black performers and audiences at the Landers Center.
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North Mississippi ‘We cannot put profit before people’: Coalition blasts xAI’s turbine plans
Local civic leaders continue to question how Elon Musk’s xAI program will benefit the community among worries that it will potentially harm residents and drain resources.
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GermantownAmen to more parking: Germantown church gets green light for expansion
The Germantown Planning Commission gave a quick endorsement of plans for Harvest Church’s expansion.
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North Mississippi Blue wave in Horn Lake? Democrats win big
Democrats had a strong showing in the Horn Lake municipal elections this week, including capturing the city’s mayoral race.
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North Mississippi Olive Branch park robber sentenced to 35 years
A man who robbed a woman in an Olive Branch park a year ago has pleaded guilty to numerous charges and faces a sentence totaling 35 years.
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May 2025
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Visual ArtsMurder mystery thriller kicks off DeSoto film series
A new independent film festival begins next month featuring local talent from Memphis and Mississippi, an avenue for filmmakers to present their work.
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North Mississippi Where reading sprouts: Children’s Day at the Hernando Farmers Market
Children’s Day is slated for Saturday at the Hernando Farmers Market with a focus on drawing interest for children’s books and better food choices.
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North MississippiDeSoto’s dug-in details: Landers expansion progress
DeSoto County supervisors have approved a contract for concrete foundations and steel, the latest step in an $88 million expansion at the Lander Center.
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North Mississippi Olive Branch appoints ‘firefighter’s firefighter’ as new fire chief
Olive Branch has hired William D. Clark II, a firefighter with more than three decades of experience in Lewisburg and Memphis, as the city’s new fire chief.
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North MississippiDeSoto County storm shelters open during severe weather
The decision to open these shelters follows a week of turbulent weather that has left a trail of damage across DeSoto County.
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North Mississippi DeSoto County declares emergency after severe weather
Overnight thunderstorms led to issues in DeSoto County, causing the closing of schools and government offices.
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North MississippiSouthaven’s mixed-use districts reshape city
With attractions such as Snowden Grove, Top of the Sipp and Silo Square, Southaven is drawing visitors while providing interests for local residents.
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North Mississippi Olive Branch roadwork begins Monday
Roadwork is scheduled to begin Monday, May 12, along Camp Creek Boulevard and Craft-Goodman-Frontage Road, Olive Branch officials announced Friday.
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North Mississippi DeSoto Hope launches scholarship for students affected by cancer
DeSoto Hope, a local nonprofit composed of five women who are cancer survivors, has created a new $2,500 college-scholarship program.
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North Mississippi One arrested, victims rescued after multi-agency human trafficking bust
An operation, led by the Mississippi Attorney General’s office, has led to the rescue of five victims.
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North MississippiGet to know Southaven Mayor Darren Musselwhite
Southaven Mayor Darren Musselwhite is a little bit more than a politician. A look at his pet peeves, favorite food, hidden talents and his link to Cousin Charlie, the blues harmonica player.
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April 2025
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North Mississippi ‘Cane’ you believe it? Southaven’s Raising Cane’s to open soon
Raising Cane’s move into the Memphis market begins with the Southaven location in June.
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Elections With only hundreds of votes cast, DeSoto Republicans secure victories
Danny Klein gets the Republican nod in the Horn Lake mayor race after a runoff win Tuesday. Meanile, Lauren Leigh McLendon was elected Hernando alderman.
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North Mississippi DeSoto County’s annual Earth Day celebration is coming
DeSoto County will hold its annual Earth Day celebration this Saturday with a load of festivities, including the opening of the Farmers Market.
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North MississippiLanders Center project underway, budget on track
Renovations to the facade in the east portion of the Landers Center should help pedestrian flow as part of the expansion to the Southaven venue.
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North MississippiOlive Branch blocks Crumpler Place development
The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen rejected a development near Goodman and Crumpler roads, saying it was not in keeping with the zoning, siding with residents who opposed the plan with its apartments.
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North MississippiKlein and Baker face off for Republican nod in Horn Lake mayor’s race
Nat Baker and Danny Klein must face a runoff election to become the Republican nominee for the race for Horn Lake mayor.
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North Mississippi Four charged with welfare fraud for food stamps in DeSoto County
The individuals are collectively accused of defrauding the government of approximately $131,000 in food stamp benefits by allegedly failing to disclose changes in circumstances and omitting income to qualify for assistance.
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