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Whiteside arrested on federal charge of transporting minor across state line
Lindsey Whiteside, who recently pleaded guilty to sexual battery with a minor in DeSoto County, faces new federal charges in connection with the case.
Brandon LaGrone II
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October 2025
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North MississippiBeyond the bench: 21st Circuit Intervention Court champions recovery and responsibility
An Intervention Court in Mississippi provides an alternative to defendants handcuffed by addiction, giving them hope of an improving life.
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North MississippiFederal grand jury indicts former youth pastor on 3 felony counts after controversial state sentence
An unsealed federal indictment outlines the charges against Lindsey Whiteside, a former youth pastor, who pleaded guilty in DeSoto County Circuit Court to sexual battery of a minor and received a widely criticized house arrest sentence.
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North Mississippi Lindsey Whiteside granted bond, home incarceration for 2nd time
Lindsey Whiteside appeared in U.S. District Court in Oxford, Mississippi, on Tuesday for a decision on bond and incarceration as she awaits trial on federal charges involving sexual battery with a minor.
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November 2025
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North MississippiEmpty desks, full outrage: DeSoto protest data shows significant participation
A one-day protest by students in the DeSoto County Schools over the district’s handling of the case against Lindsey Whiteside, drew a significant number of absences on Oct. 22.
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North MississippiDeSoto County school board member confronted amid Whiteside indictment
After writing a letter of support for Lindsey Whiteside, a former assistant coach indicted after pleaded guilty for sexual battery of a minor, community members have demanded the resignation of Michele Henley.
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North MississippiSchools, health care, Medicaid: New Mississippi senator outlines priorities
As the newly elected senator for parts of DeSoto and Tunica counties, Theresa Gillespie Isom brings an education and health care background to her role — and she plans to use it.
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North Mississippi DeSoto County DA seeks new sentencing for Whiteside after support letters found to be coerced
Two people who wrote letters of support for Lindsey Whiteside have recanted their communiques after the former assistant basketball coach pleaded guity of sexual battery of a minor.
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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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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 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 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‘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 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 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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December 2025
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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 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 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 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 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 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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January 2026
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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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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 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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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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