Hernando’s festival with a nod to the Victorian Era will kick off Friday with a Christmas tree lighting.

The Mississippi governor’s race was unusually competitive for this GOP stronghold. But Tate Reeves prevailed with a message focused on job creation, low unemployment and improvements in education. He also cast Presley as a liberal backed by out-of-state donors who were out of step with Mississippi.

Republicans in DeSoto County state legislative seats had a strong showing in Tuesday’s elections, maintaining a strong GOP representation in the county.

Republican incumbents in local DeSoto County races returned to office Tuesday night in Mississippi’s Nov. 7 general election.

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Heading into Tuesday’s general election, Democratic Public Policy Polling had Reeves polling ahead at 46% compared to Presley’s 45%. 

In 2019, 1,048 DeSoto County voters cast absentee ballots, according to DeSoto County Deputy Circuit Clerk Brandi Johnson. 

Mississippi voters head to the polls Tuesday to select candidates in statewide races, along with local offices.

The Southaven chamber has formed a foundation to support local businesses and serve as a mentor to those in the early stages of operation. 

“As soon as we uncovered evidence that he had these images, then obviously we secured a warrant and affected an arrest on him and terminated him that day,” said Chief Deputy Justin Smith.

Tennessee state Rep. Justin J. Pearson traveled to North Mississippi on Wednesday to participate in a joint effort across the two states to enhance voter interest.

The festival’s short films include the premiere of “Grand Larceny,” which was created by students in DeSoto Arts Institutes’ first-ever filmmaking program. 

Mississippi voters go to the polls Nov. 7 to select candidates in several local races for the state legislature.

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On Nov. 7, Mississippi voters will select candidates in the statewide general election, including seats for the state legislature. 

“There are a lot of voters who have been ignored in DeSoto County that no governor’s candidate has come to talk to over the years,” said Democratic candidate Brandon Presley. 

Keith Fulcher’s fundraising efforts are helping the poor in Mississippi, particularly children.

A group of regional organizations across the Southeast will receive federal funding to help advance biomanufacturing.

Craig Lafferty takes over as dean of Health Sciences at Northwest Mississippi Community College, replacing Stephanie Mullins.

Districts 1 and 3 will be decided in Mississippi’s Nov. 7 general election. Three other seats are on the ballot, but are uncontested.

Following the merger, Baptist Memorial will serve more than half of Mississippi’s population. It’s also Mississippi’s fourth-largest employer.

DeSoto County School District students show strong results in third-grade level reading competency.

Great balls of fire. Jerry Lee Lewis’ ranch in Nesbit is up for sale.

The Southaven Chamber of Commerce recognized a number of local businesses and leaders during its annual awards ceremony Wednesday.

After a long discussion and some adjustments, Hernando officials have approved the first food truck locations in the city.

The property owner has previously said the spot, located on about 3.5 acres near the southwest corner of the Goodman Road and Horn Lake Road intersection, will be one of the largest Chick-fil-As in the Mid-South.

A two-day expo at the Landers Center is providing students a look at different professions, some of which they may not have even considered.