Hernando’s purchase of Civic Center baseball fields creates opportunity
The City of Hernando closed on the purchase of the baseball fields Tuesday, Dec. 19, in a deal that was years in the making.
Topic: Chip Johnson
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December 2023
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September 2023
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Hernando identifies 16 street paving projects to tackle by end of year
From downtown Hernando to the residential areas, streets across the city have received approval for repaving and improvements, with funding for the work included in the upcoming fiscal year budget.
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August 2023
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Hernando’s proposed budget to invest in rainy day fund, Renasant Park
With a focus on building its reserves in case of an emergency and funding earmarked for parks, Hernando will fund its upcoming fiscal year budget with adjusting property taxes.
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Hernando residents could see higher garbage fees
Hernando residents could soon pay a higher sanitation fee under a newly negotiated contract, but Mayor Chip Johnston said the city could start enforcing penalties for shortfalls in the duties.
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February 2023
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Hernando to replace worn subdivision street signs
Drivers in Hernando will be able to see street signs better under plans by the DeSoto County city to improve the quality.
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December 2022
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Hernando mayor: ‘We have in no way given up on our parks’
City officials are looking for ways to finance park improvements despite the defeat of a tax dedicated to that purpose.
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Hernando not ready to roll out food truck ordinance
Mayor Chip Johnson wants feedback from vendors, residents and customers regarding the rolling restaurants before city officials serve up regulations.
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November 2022
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Hernando mayor says vote against proposed tax for parks was ‘pretty decisive’
Despite some questions about county residents voting in the Hernando-only referendum on parks funding, the suspected votes were not enough to override defeat of the proposal.
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Hernando election commissioner says overturning park tax vote unlikely
There are not enough questionable ballots in the Hernando referendum for a 1% tax on prepared foods to overturn the results, a DeSoto County election officials says.
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Hernando mayor questions validity of tax vote
While the Election Day total shows the 1% tax on prepared foods in Hernando failed, the city’s mayor and others are questioning who actually voted on the matter and whether all of them were residents.
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Hernando to vote on 1% tax for parks
Hernando voters will consider adding a 1% tax to prepared foods, such as restaurants and delis, to help fund an improved parks program in the DeSoto County city.
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October 2022
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Ellis approved as new Hernando police chief
Hernando stays within its local ranks for a new police chief replacing the retiring Scott Worsham.
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September 2022
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Hernando eyes speed bumps to slow traffic on certain streets
In an effort to slow traffic on some streets, Hernando authorities are offering residents the opportunity to request speed bumps in their neighborhoods, if they fit certain criteria.
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Hernando embraces, looks to regulate food truck vendors
With the continued popularity of food trucks, Hernando is considering adopting rules for the vendors while embracing the growing business.
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April 2022
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Special tax could enhance parks in DeSoto County cities
With approval of special taxes by the Mississippi State Legislature, DeSoto County cities are studying how to use the money, most planning to steer the funds to parks and recreation.
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March 2022
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Noise concerns have Hernando barking up wrong tree for animal shelter
After selecting the low bid for construction of an animal shelter, Hernando leaders delayed starting the project after nearby homeowners expressed concerns about noise.
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Improved shelters planned for DeSoto’s growing pet population
Hernando, Horn Lake are seeing an increase in stray animals.
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February 2022
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DeSoto leaders consider opting out of medical marijuana sales
The Mississippi Legislature has approved the sale of medical marijuana, but local leaders have concerns about factors such as zoning where the sales occur.
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