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<strong>Hernando Mayor Chip Johnson (left) broke the tie at the Board of Aldermen to raise sewer fees.</strong> (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)North Mississippi

Hernando doubles some sewer fees

The increase comes as Hernando officials scramble to address a projected deficit in the city’s utility fund.

By Brandon LaGrone II February 19, 2026
North Mississippi

Hundreds voice opposition to permit for xAI turbines in Southaven

At a public hearing in Southaven, hundreds aired concerns about air quality, loud noise and overall health impacts of 41 natural gas turbines proposed for the xAI data center.

By Steve Bohnel February 18, 2026
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Ballots before beaches: DeSoto County prepares for March 10 primary amid vacation season

The Mississippi primary elections coincide with spring break, and DeSoto County officials are encouraging voters to take advantage of absentee ballots if they need that option.

By Brandon LaGrone II February 16, 2026
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Homes, lofts and a lazy river: Hernando’s Delta Landing project moves forward

A major mixed-use project is under construction in Hernando. 

By Brandon LaGrone II February 13, 2026

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    XAI threatened with lawsuit under Clean Air Act

    Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company and Texas-based Solaris Energy Infrastructure operate natural gas turbines that do not have an air-emissions permit.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff February 13, 2026
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    Orange cones not appearing on Pleasant Hill Road in Olive Branch until late 2029

    Improvements are coming to Pleasant Hill Road in Olive Branch, but it will be a while before commuters see the congestion relief.

    By Brandon LaGrone II February 11, 2026
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    Lindsey Whiteside keeps state house arrest sentence, federal trial moves to April

    A special judge has ruled that while there were some missteps in the former youth pastor’s original sentencing, they did not warrant a harsher penalty as requested by prosecutors.

    By Brandon LaGrone II February 10, 2026
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    Nuts, bolts and national goals for a DeSoto robotics team that engineered a path to Washington

    A group of homeschool students from Olive Branch is headed to Washington, D.C., to compete in a national robotics competition.

    By Brandon LaGrone II February 08, 2026
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    Ice storm batters Mallard Pointe Golf Course, but Quail Ridge reopening still on track for Labor Day

    The owner of the company planning to renovate and operate Quail Ridge Golf Course in Bartlett is dealing with problems at another of his courses — Mallard Pointe in Sardis — damaged by the ice storm.

    By Michael Waddell February 05, 2026
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    Hernando mayor admits budgeting errors

    A budgeting mistake has led to a multimillion-dollar shortfall in Hernando’s utility fund, and Mayor Chip Johnson is taking the blame.

    By Brandon LaGrone II February 05, 2026
  • Winter weather Metro

    Situation in South grows more dire as ice, frigid temperatures, outages persist

    It could be days before power is restored across the South, where more subfreezing temperatures are expected by Friday in areas unaccustomed to and ill-equipped for such cold.

    By The Associated Press, Brandon LaGrone II February 01, 2026
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    MDOT says I-22, I-55 north of Como now open

    The winter storm stressed an already thin system, required bringing in help from outside — and showed how one’s best efforts still might not be enough. Even now officials are still advising drivers stay off the roads.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 30, 2026
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    Southaven supports restructuring DeSoto County Convention and Visitors Bureau

    Southaven is looking for better representation and a specific share of the restaurant sales-tax revenues from the county Convention and Visitors Bureau.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 31, 2026
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    DeSoto County cities roll out plans as winter storm approaches

    With the uncertainty of just what type of precipitation will move into North Mississippi this weekend, cities across DeSoto County are gearing up for a tough time.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 23, 2026
  • Sports

    One call away, former DeSoto Central standout represents Cardinals at caravan event

    Blaze Jordan, a top prospect in the St. Louis Cardinals organization, took part in the team’s Cards Caravan event in Germantown. 

    By Frank Bonner II January 19, 2026
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    Opinion: DeSoto County’s regional sewer project sees ‘substantial progress’

    “This is a $300 million regional infrastructure project involving court oversight, multiple jurisdictions, complex engineering, and layered funding sources.”

    By Christie Barclay January 18, 2026
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    Olive Branch awarded $2.3M for conservation project

    Olive Branch has received a multimillion grant from The Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund to continue on an ambitious plan for the Lick Creek park.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 18, 2026
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    With Musk’s Mississippi turbines, controversy meets innovation

    While people in the Memphis area grapple with the real-world effects of xAI’s “rapid execution” in Mississippi, many see a company that is innovating its way to become a major player in the worldwide AI race. 

    By Samuel Hardiman January 18, 2026
  • Sports

    Multiple major leaguers coming to Memphis area in Cardinals Caravan

    Local prospect Blaze Jordan along with a newly acquired pitcher and three pitchers who played for the St. Louis Cardinals last season are part of the caravan headed to Germantown.

    By Tim Buckley January 16, 2026
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    Pottery Barn packs up for Southaven, leaving Memphis behind

    Tanger Outlets in DeSoto County will soon be the new home of Pottery Barn.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 15, 2026
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    Memphis man dies in DeSoto County custody; state investigation underway

    The death of a Memphis man in custody at a DeSoto County jail has been turned over to state authorities for further investigation.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 15, 2026
  • North Mississippi

    Concrete plans: Design approved for multi-use safe room in case of emergencies

    The new multipurpose safe room will play a big role for residents, particularly those in unincorporated areas, during — and outside of — severe weather. 

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 14, 2026
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    Back in the saddle: DeSoto County’s longest-serving supervisor takes reins as president. Again.

    Jessie Medlin brings a lot of history and experience to the DeSoto County Board of Supervisors, and this year he will serve as the body’s president.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 12, 2026
  • North Mississippi

    Leaders tout xAI’s investment in Southaven data center: ‘This is an exciting day’

    “This is an exciting day, not only in Mississippi’s future, but this is an exciting day for Mississippi’s kids and for Mississippi’s workforce and for Mississippi’s economy,” Gov. Tate Reeves said Thursday about xAI’s new data center in Southaven.

    By Samuel Hardiman January 09, 2026
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    Packed room challenges Southaven board over xAI

    The Safe and Sound Coalition demanded an immediate halt to operations at the xAI facility located at 2875 Stanton Road at the Southaven Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 07, 2026
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    Coalition plans to address Southaven officials over xAI turbines

    Citizens concerned about xAI’s move into Southaven are generating signatures on a petition asking to be heard on the development.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 06, 2026
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    Ask the Memphian: What are the Mississippi origins of Dashboard Jesus?

    Decades ago, drivers planted a plastic Jesus on their car’s dashboard to provide a bit of religious safety as automobiles became more prevalent on the road. 

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 05, 2026
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    McLendon rolls out legislative priorities, including removing sales tax on groceries

    With the Mississippi legislative session opening this week, state Sen. Michael McLendon has put together his wish list of issues he would like to see addressed for his constituents.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 04, 2026
  • North Mississippi

    Milton Nichols, former Olive Branch mayor dies

    Milton Nichols held the mayor’s office for 20 years from 1977 to 1997. He then won a seat on the DeSoto County Schools Board of Education, serving from 2011 to 2023.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 03, 2026

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