Bailey: Barton sends warning to evil-doers traveling from the north
DeSoto County prosecutor Matthew Barton sends a message to criminals who wander into Mississippi to commit crimes — leave or face consequences.
Topic: DeSoto County
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December 2025
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Sign 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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Up 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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November 2025
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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 Multiple judges have withdrawn from the case.
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Whiteside 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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Schools, 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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October 2025
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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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Bailey: A visit to Walls, the ‘last frontier’ of DeSoto County
Walls is DeSoto County’s “last frontier,” a city that would like to add services, but keep its small-town characteristics.
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September 2025
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911 outage leaves Mississippi relying on backup lines
A 911 emergency outage left callers seeking police help to call alternate numbers to reach various agencies.
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Absentee voting begins for DeSoto County’s special Senate election
The special election is the result of a federal court ruling.
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Olive Branch will ‘cease communications’ with Daily Memphian
After being denied a free subscription to The Daily Memphian, the Olive Branch mayor says his city will no longer speak to anyone from the news site.
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August 2025
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Bailey: How the heck do I even figure out a mill on Mississippi taxes?
Governments in DeSoto County are starting their annual budget process, but first, property owners have to figure out what the heck is a mill.
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Man who escaped DeSoto County custody pleads guilty to attempted murder
In 2024, Joshua Zimmerman escaped DeSoto County custody, where he was being held for attempted murder. Before he came to Mississippi, he wanted for murder in Texas.
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Special election primary winners chosen across North Mississippi districts
A special election after a redrawing of districts has set the ballot for the November general election in North Mississippi.
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Taxing times ahead? DeSoto County leaders plot relief for state mandate
DeSoto County supervisors have started looking at the property tax rate trying to balance the millage with the requirements set by the state regarding property assessments.
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June 2025
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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.
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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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