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<strong>The SpaceXAI power plant in Southaven, Mississippi.</strong> (Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today via AP)Premium North Mississippi

Mississippi regulator affirms SpaceXAI turbine permits

After two days of testimony, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality ruled in favor of itself, arguing it didn’t make a mistake by issuing permits to SpaceXAI for a permanent power plant in Southaven.

By Aarron Fleming 7 hours ago
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What does a post Task Force world look like? It could be Jackson, Mississippi.

The U.S. Department of Justice awarded Jackson $64 million as part of a “flagship effort,” a peek at what could be the administration’s new strategy beyond the Memphis Safe Task Force.

By Aarron Fleming 7 hours ago
City of Memphis

SpaceX tax revenue helps keep Memphis ahead of budget

Memphis’ chief financial officer, Art Davis, told the council the positive numbers aren’t a trend yet, as Memphis runs ahead of budget on rising property tax revenue.

By Samuel Hardiman 11 hours ago
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Unfinished Collierville hotel gets court-ordered timeline

Construction has been slow-going for this Holiday Inn Express. But officials now have a target completion date.

By Abigail Warren 8 hours ago

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    The AM/DM podcast: In Walls, the nation’s data center controversy hits home

    Walls, Mississippi, is home to approximately 1,400 residents and, right now at least, one of the nation’s many battles over data centers. 

    By Mary Cashiola 20 hours ago
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    Germantown switching to LED streetlights

    Germantown watched other municipalities switch their streetlights to LEDs. Now, the suburb is going through the process.

    By Abigail Warren 17 hours ago
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    Florida company hiring 300+ positions at AI-infrastructure plant in Byhalia

    Jabil Inc. announced today it is looking to hire more than 300 people for a variety of roles at its artificial intelligence-infrastructure manufacturing plant in Byhalia, Mississippi.

    By Noah McLane November 09, 2026
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    After more than 4 decades, Wanda Chism retires from education — again

    “A teacher advocate all the way — teacher and student,” John Aitken, the first superintendent of Collierville Schools, said.

    By Abigail Warren November 09, 2026
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    Why hasn’t Mississippi’s US Senate race been called?

    Mississippi’s U.S. Senate race remains undecided as Democrat Scott Colom’s lead continues to grow. Outstanding affidavit and absentee ballots in DeSoto County and across the state are a key reason why.

    By Aarron Fleming November 07, 2026
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    Lakeland commissioner wants representation on MLGW board

    State legislation earlier this year added two suburban voting members to the MLGW board, but a Lakeland commissioner wonders if his city doesn’t deserve a seat too.

    By Michael Waddell November 06, 2026
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    Bailey: 2 suburban mayors reelected, the son of a mayor wins and a close race in Lakeland

    Three suburban cities elected mayors on Tuesday, including one who will move into the office his father once occupied. Meanwhile, a race in Lakeland was pretty close.

    By Clay Bailey November 09, 2026
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    Food Files: Congregation Coffee opening new location

    Also, dessert shop I Love Waffle Cream is opening Downtown, and Little Petals now has a stand in FedExForum.

    By Sophia Surrett November 06, 2026
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    Walls police officer-involved crash leaves fatalities

    A Walls police officer was involved in a crash that killed three people on U.S. 61 in the small Mississippi town.

    By Aarron Fleming November 05, 2026
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    Scott Colom takes DeSoto, final verdict still awaits on statewide results

    Mississippi’s tight U.S. Senate race between Democrat Scott Colom and incumbent Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith still remains undecided with Colom — as of Thursday morning —leading by less than a percentage point. 

    By Aarron Fleming November 05, 2026
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    Campbell Clinic plans new physical therapy office in Bartlett

    Campbell Clinic will soon open a facility in Bartlett dedicated solely to physical therapy, the latest in a continued expansion across the region for the orthopedic provider.

    By Michael Waddell November 04, 2026
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    DeSoto County elects first Black judges in Circuit and Chancery courts

    The jury is still out on Mississippi’s U.S. Senate race, but DeSoto County voters did decide a number of local races.

    By Aarron Fleming November 04, 2026
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    Germantown mayor-elect announces transition team

    The mayor-elect chose locally based professionals to address seven areas of city government. Their first meeting is Friday and their work will conclude before Jan. 1.

    By Abigail Warren November 04, 2026
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    The AM/DM podcast: Millington fugitive apprehended in Slovenia

    Reporter Jody Callahan joins us to talk about a fatal shooting in Millington and how the suspect was apprehended in a small European country about the size of New Jersey. 

    By Mary Cashiola November 04, 2026
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    Lakeland reelects Josh Roman as mayor

    The Lakeland Board of Commissioners will also have two new faces as Jeremy Burnett and Lindsey Reap won their first terms.

    By Michael Waddell November 09, 2026
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    Cromwell tops Griffin in an otherwise big night for incumbents in Bartlett

    It was a big night for incumbents in Bartlett as several will return to office following victories in the city elections Tuesday, Nov. 3.

    By Michael Waddell November 04, 2026
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    Germantown election night: Salvaggio takes mayor, Gibson reelected as alderman

    Alderman Tony Salvaggio takes the mayor seat, requiring the board to appoint someone to his position at a later date.

    By Abigail Warren November 04, 2026
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    Millington voters select handful of aldermen, 3 school board members

    Millington voters selected five alderman candidates and three school board members in Tuesday’s municipal elections with several incumbents holding their positions.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff November 03, 2026
  • 2026 elections Elections

    Marshall wins reelection in Collierville, 2 alderman races headed to runoff

    A December runoff is needed to determine a pair of aldermen seats. Alderwoman Missy Marshall won reelection and a Republican took the open school board seat.

    By Abigail Warren November 04, 2026
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    Salvaggio wins Germantown mayor’s race, Roman reelected in Lakeland

    Tony Salvaggio was elected mayor of Germantown, while Josh Roman defeated Connie McCarter for the top office in Lakeland. Mayor David Parsons was unopposed in his reelection bid in Bartlett.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff November 03, 2026
  • Premium Germantown

    Mike Palazzolo reflects on 3 decades of service to Germantown

    Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo reflects on his time in office, days ahead of voters choosing his successor.

    By Abigail Warren November 02, 2026
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    The Back Nine Golf tees up Lakeland expansion

    An indoor golf concept that has opened already in Collierville, is adding a Lakeland location, part of an expansion plan in the Memphis area.

    By Michael Waddell November 01, 2026
  • Premium North Mississippi

    SpaceXAI continues Southaven buying spree, but some homeowners feel ‘lowballed’ by offers

    The buying spree continues as SpaceXAI’s subsidiary has now acquired seven homes and more land in the Southaven area.

    By Noah McLane November 02, 2026
  • North Mississippi

    Federal judge disagrees with Mississippi regulator, lets lawsuit against SpaceX proceed

    A federal judge in Mississippi ruled Friday, Oct. 30, that SpaceX’s construction of a natural gas plant in Mississippi likely violated the state’s air regulations despite Mississippi regulators allowing its construction.

    By Samuel Hardiman October 30, 2026
  • High School Sports

    Houston caps perfect girls soccer season with state title win over Collierville

    Scarlett Cowles’ goal late in the first half was the game-changer as Mustangs finish the season 22-0-0.

    By John Varlas October 30, 2026

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