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<strong>Theresa Wilson shops for purses at the House of Grace thrift store in Southaven, Mississippi May 17, 2022.</strong> (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)DeSoto County

A new ‘Hope’ for House of Grace thrift store

Southaven’s House of Grace thrift store will remain open with a new organization – Hope Missions International – overseeing the business.

By Toni Lepeska 23 hours ago
DeSoto County

The road to graduation should be clear for DeSoto County students 

While the long-awaited road improvements are underway around the Landers Center, the work should not cause traffic problems for high school graduations in DeSoto County.

By Toni Lepeska 46 minutes ago
DeSoto County

Mississippi governor clarifies stance on contraceptives

“We’re not interested in making it harder to get contraceptives,” Gov. Tate Reeves said Monday after a previous, national news story was headlined that the governor “doesn’t rule out banning contraception if Roe falls.” 

By Toni Lepeska May 18, 2022
DeSoto County

Mississippi governor optimistic state’s growth will follow DeSoto’s lead

Tate Reeves touted economic growth potential across the state during an appearance at an Olive Branch manufacturing plant.

By Toni Lepeska May 16, 2022

  • DeSoto County

    ‘We’re saying zero tolerance for littering’

    Olive Branch is cracking down on littering hard enough that Police Chief Don Gammage interrupted a day of yardwork to chase down a couple of folks who dumped trash in a nearby ditch.

    By Toni Lepeska May 16, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Olive Branch mayor focuses on citizen involvement

    Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams made a campaign promise to get citizens involved in government, and he is living up to his plan with four groups, one concentrating on litter.

    Related story:

    ‘We’re saying zero tolerance for littering'

    By Toni Lepeska May 16, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    House of Grace thrift store closing as organizers shift focus

    A few factors are leading to closure of the thrift store in Southaven, including a reduction in customers, which of course led to a reduction in the revenue the thrift store raised for House of Grace.

    By Toni Lepeska May 15, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Hernando Farmers Market sets aside themed days for senior shoppers

    The market is offering special deals for senior citizens starting Saturday, May 14, and continuing on one Saturday each month through the summer.

    By Toni Lepeska May 13, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    All-sports facility opens in Hernando

    The 60,000-square-foot Gatorade Fieldhouse has space for training, practice and tournaments.

    By John Varlas May 06, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    DeSoto County Justice Court moving to Hernando this summer

    Continued growth in DeSoto County translates to a need for a new Justice Court building. The facility, already under construction, should open this summer alongside other law-and-order facilities.

    By Toni Lepeska April 21, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    DeSoto County governments begin consideration of medical pot sales

    DeSoto County governments are taking varying approaches to the potential sale of medical marijuana.

    By Toni Lepeska April 20, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Olive Branch funds Christmas light show to enhance the holiday season

    The dozens of displays and thousands of lights will loop through City Park. The 40-day event will culminate in a family-friendly New Year’s Eve party and fireworks show.

    By Toni Lepeska April 18, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Southaven bridge connects key amenities with pedestrian safety

    Southaven Mayor Darren Musselwhite was the brainchild of the bridge.

    By Toni Lepeska April 13, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    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.

    By Toni Lepeska April 09, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Horn Lake bows out of pot sales and cultivation — for now

    Concerns about the nuances in the state’s pot legislation caused Horn Lake officials to opt out of the sale and cultivation of marijuana. But that decision may be temporary.

    By Toni Lepeska April 06, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    DeSoto groups collect equivalent of 1,000 residential garbage carts of trash in less than a week

    Groups across DeSoto County have fanned out to pick up trash in an effort to keep the streets of their communities clean.

    By Toni Lepeska April 06, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    North Mississippi officials seek relief options for congested Miss. 305

    As Miss. 305 continues to be more congested in DeSoto County, local officials are searching for alternatives to ease the problems — none of which seem to be a quick fix.

    By Toni Lepeska March 26, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Musselwhite vows to ‘keep fighting until the end’ on tourism tax

    Southaven Mayor Darren Musselwhite passionately voiced concerns that three DeSoto County legislators could kill the extension of a local 1% tax on restaurant food and beverages — revenue that helps fund parks. Olive Branch’s mayor has similar concerns. 

    By Toni Lepeska March 23, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Olive Branch police chief to retire

    Don Gammage’s departure, effective June 30, caps a 37-year law enforcement career.

    By Toni Lepeska March 18, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    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.

    By Toni Lepeska March 18, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Olive Branch aldermen approve Maywood development

    Aldermen approved a development at Maywood despite concerns about traffic, apartments and the views of current residents.

    By Toni Lepeska March 16, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Improved shelters planned for DeSoto’s growing pet population

    Hernando, Horn Lake are seeing an increase in stray animals.

    By Toni Lepeska March 15, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Horn Lake looks for answers regarding on-street parking

    Horn Lake Alderman Robby Dupree points out the traffic hazards associated with street parking, and Mayor Allen Latimer said, “I think parking on the street cheapens the look of a neighborhood.”

    By Toni Lepeska March 13, 2022
  • Business

    Mississippi officials seek answer to Goodman Road congestion

    The mixture of commercial, industrial and residential along Goodman Road in Olive Branch can make for snarling traffic in an already congested corridor.

    By Toni Lepeska March 06, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Horn Lake holds off on opting out of Mississippi medical marijuana law

    Horn Lake officials delay decision on whether to allow medical marijuana sales in the city but discuss the pot smell accompanying cultivation facilities.

    By Toni Lepeska March 02, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Olive Branch kidnapping case reenacted for TV

    Olive Branch police were part of a television show production that will spotlight the kidnapping of a 14-year-old and how an Internet app contributed to the crime.

    By Toni Lepeska February 28, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    New Eats: 2 Crazy Fellas and king cake equal bread pudding

    Mix up a bread pudding with the flavors of king cake, top it with a cream cheese sauce and colored sugar and you have a party of a dessert.

    By Jennifer Biggs March 02, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    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.

    By Toni Lepeska February 27, 2022
  • DeSoto County

    Work-live-play project proposed near DeSoto’s Maywood

    Once known as the “Beach within reach,” the Maywood community could soon become a meeting destination with a conference center, retail and hotels.

    By Toni Lepeska February 22, 2022

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