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    U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to be at DeSoto County Republican event

    Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has made a name for herself with her stances on controversial issues, will appear alongside Mississippi Congressman Trent Kelly, Shane Quick and others.

    By Beth Sullivan June 08, 2023
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    First female police chief in DeSoto County to serve Horn Lake

    The new police chief’s priorities include department recruitment and retention, an issue for police departments across the nation.

    By Beth Sullivan June 08, 2023
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    Flash flood watch lifted for Arkabutla Dam

    The threat of flooding at Arkabutla Lake because of a potential breach at the nearby dam has decreased, leading to the lifting of a flood watch.

    By Beth Sullivan June 07, 2023
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    Cities sign new agreement with DeSoto County for tax collection, assessment

    DeSoto County cities have approved an amount to pay for collection of their taxes, but it is not the amount Tax Collector Joey Treadway requested.

    By Beth Sullivan June 07, 2023
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    Security conference set for houses of worship

    With increasing awareness and threats against houses of worship, Brown Missionary Baptist Church will present a seminar this weekend to help churches prepare for such activity.

    By Toni Lepeska June 07, 2023
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    MidSouth Nostalgia Festival takes a trip down memory lane

    Stars from “Yellowstone,” “Gunsmoke,” “St. Elsewhere” and more will appear at the festival.

    By Beth Sullivan June 07, 2023
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    Hernando officials discuss employee pay raises, city projects

    “Last year, we gave a 5% raise to employees, but the cost of living rose 8%,” Mayor Chip Johnson said. “We need to stay competitive … We don’t want them to leave for other cities.”

    By Toni Lepeska June 07, 2023
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    Mississippi governor touts $300M investment in DeSoto County

    With a facility that is as long as the Empire State Building is high, Associated Wholesale Grocers has opened at the junction of Interstate 55 and Interstate 269 in DeSoto County.

    By Toni Lepeska June 05, 2023
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    DeSoto County Schools wants to deter non-residents from enrolling students

    The DeSoto County School District is seeking an ordinance that would make it a misdemeanor for people outside of the county to enroll a student in the school district.

    By Beth Sullivan June 05, 2023
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    A Northpoint pitcher’s knuckleball helped win the state title. But that’s not the beginning or end of the story.

    Thanks to baseball’s most baffling pitch, and a Major Leaguer’s kindness, Northpoint’s closer was able to make a special delivery.  

    By John Varlas June 06, 2023
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    Coop’d Up builds homes for feathered friends

    A business that started out as a way to make extra money for medical expenses has turned into a full-time gig constructing chicken coops.

    By Beth Sullivan June 05, 2023
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    Police dogs help sniff out crime

    Across DeSoto County law enforcement agencies, K-9s assist officers with catching criminals. A recent donation of lightweight bulletproof vests helps them do their job better.

    By Toni Lepeska June 04, 2023
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    DeSoto County Schools proposes fiscal year 2023-24 budget

    There was no property tax increase in a DeSoto County Schools budget presentation to its Board of Education Thursday.

    By Beth Sullivan June 01, 2023
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    Former Olive Branch Sephora employee files discrimination charge

    A man hired by Sephora in Olive Branch has filed a claim with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission saying the company unfairly dismissed him after discovering his 10-year-old criminal conviction.

    By Beth Sullivan May 31, 2023
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    Mississippi Republican candidate appeals decision to U.S. Supreme Court

    Mandy Gunasekara’s effort to be on the August ballot for public service commissioner in Mississippi’s Northern District could be reviewed by the U.S. Supreme Court.

    By Beth Sullivan May 30, 2023
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    Memphis vs. DeSoto sewer decision heads to judge

    “That’s an entitled bunch there,” Bruce McMullen said to U.S. District Judge Mark Norris. “That holds no credibility at all. One person is on Earth, and the other is on another planet.”

    By Toni Lepeska May 30, 2023
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    Olive Branch farmers market opens June 3

    Vendors will be selling things like local eggs, jellies, pickles, jewelry, soaps, wreaths and children’s hair bows.

    By Toni Lepeska May 30, 2023
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    Man’s best friend: Remembering 9/11 search-and-rescue dog Sam

    “All I can say is Sam was a great dog,” said Richard Clark. “The stuff that he did, I can’t take credit for.”

    By Beth Sullivan May 29, 2023
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    Leadership shuffle: American Contract Bridge League appoints new executive director

    Bronia Jenkins is on a mission to grow the game of bridge, promoting the card competition from Horn Lake, Mississippi. 

    By Beth Sullivan May 29, 2023
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    Artist restores Hernando’s historic signposts

    With a steady hand and a brush tipped with black durable paint, Suzanne Cox is updating and clarifying some of Hernando’s historic street signs.

    By Toni Lepeska May 28, 2023
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    Spring Fling: Northpoint ends state tournament frustration with D2-A baseball title

    Conner McKnatt has the big hit before Sammy Chapman closes the door on Goodpasture’s championship reign.

    By John Varlas May 26, 2023
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    Spring Fling: Northpoint breaks out the big bats, routs Knoxville team

    Hudson Brown has five hits and drives in four runs as Trojans earn another game against Goodpasture.

    By John Varlas May 23, 2023
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    DeSoto County, Horn Lake opt out of multibillion-dollar federal grant

    During phase two of the grant program, which is aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, each jurisdiction could potentially be awarded up to $100 million.

    By Beth Sullivan May 23, 2023
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    NWCC breaks ground on Southaven workforce, nursing center

    “Many of us know that training for these high-wage, high-demand careers are needed right now, and the demand will simply just continue to grow in the future,” said Michael Heindl, president of NWCC since 2018.

    By Beth Sullivan May 22, 2023
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    Students experience autism obstacles through Rotary Club gift

    Part of the Rotary Club funds raised by the Collierville Balloon Festival are being used to help Hernando High students experience the obstacles of autism.

    By Toni Lepeska May 18, 2023

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