Where North Mississippi kids can get free meals this summer
With school cafeterias closed for the summer, multiple sites across North Mississippi are stepping up to ensure area youth have consistent access to food.
Topic: DeSoto County
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June 2025
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A long-awaited harvest: DeSoto County Agri-Education Center opens
The center, spanning 200 acres on Star Landing Road West, opened its doors with dignitaries, including Republican U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith.
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After years of promises, DeSoto County to unveil Agri-Education Center
DeSoto County will open the doors to a $19 million facility this week that blends agriculture, education and community heritage on a 200-acre spread.
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May 2025
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DeSoto 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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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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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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April 2025
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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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DeSoto County approves fire district expansion
A shifting of boundaries for fire district coverage in DeSoto County could mean not only improved response but also better rates for residents.
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March 2025
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Broadband internet service reaches into rural areas of DeSoto County
Officials announced that broadband internet service has reached into all rural areas of DeSoto County.
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DeSoto County officials oppose redistricting map
If adopted, the map, drawn to avoid dilution of Black voter strength, would pit two existing senators against each other.
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DeSoto residents sweep out the old in spring cleanup
DeSoto County residents have the opportunity to get rid of some unwanted materials during the annual spring cleanup week.
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DeSoto Supervisors vow to battle redistricting order
The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is looking into legal considerations if the state Legislature passes a redistricting plan that could impact North Mississippi representation.
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February 2025
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Sherwood Brown: From death row at Parchman to freedom
Even after DNA testing showed he wasn’t the suspect who killed the three members of the Boyd family, it still took years for Sherwood Brown to get his release from custody.
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Sherwood Brown: A pair of athletic shoes leads to almost 30 years on death row
A pair of athletic shoes — among the most popular brands in the country — kick-started an investigation that would lead to Sherwood Brown spending close to three decades only a short walk from execution.
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Mississippi immigration bounty-hunter bill dies
House Bill 1484, or the Mississippi Illegal Alien Certified Bounty Hunter Program, was introduced by State Rep. Justin Keen, R-DeSoto County, at the outset of the legislative session.
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Southaven mayor to those who show out at Springfest: ‘We’re going to bust your tail’
“We are not going to give up one of our greatest traditions because of a few people who have no parenting at home and can’t act right,” Mayor Darren Musselwhite said about the upcoming Springfest.
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DeSoto supervisors deny racism allegations by former Landers Center head
In his lawsuit, former Landers Center executive director Todd Mastry claims he was fired after denying requests from certain supervisors to stop booking Black artists to perform at the Southaven venue.
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Former Landers Center director says he was fired for booking Black artists, files lawsuit
In a lawsuit filed Friday, Jan. 31, former director Todd Mastry accuses certain DeSoto County Supervisors and the DeSoto County Convention and Visitors Bureau of violating the Civil Rights Act.
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January 2025
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Q&A with DeSoto officials on immigration bounty-hunter program
House Bill 1484, or the Mississippi Illegal Alien Certified Bounty Hunter Program, would offer a $1,000 reward to registered bounty hunters for each successful deportation they help to facilitate.
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Louisiana-inspired sports bar opening Southaven location
Applications open Tuesday, Jan. 28. Anyone interested is encouraged to apply in person at the Southaven Chamber of Commerce during weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Democrat seeks Horn Lake mayor’s office
“The key is for people to see that the local election in your city is more important than even the national election,” Planning Commissioner and Horn Lake mayoral candidate Jimmy Stokes said.
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Horn Lake mayoral candidates: Republicans
Current Aldermen Danny Klein and Dave Young have qualified to face off in the municipal Republican primary election on April 1. Planning Commissioner Jimmy Stokes is seeking the office as a Democrat.
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DeSoto Sheriff’s Office continues working with controversial software
Clearview AI is a New York-based tech company that provides a massive database of images collected online for law-enforcement agencies to use during investigations.
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Landers Center CFO fired
Amy Lovorn, chair of the DeSoto County Convention and Visitors Bureau’s Board of Directors, said Jason Morgan’s termination was a personnel matter, preventing her from further comment.
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Landers Center executive director fired
During a special meeting on Monday, Jan. 6, the DeSoto County Convention and Visitors Bureau’s Board of Directors voted to fire Todd Mastry, who had led the facility since 2011.
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