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North Mississippi
By Brandon LaGrone II, Daily Memphian
Updated: May 30, 2025 4:00 AM CT | Published: May 30, 2025 4:00 AM CT
The Hernando Farmers Market will host its Children’s Day on Saturday, May 31, 2025. (Courtesy City of Hernando)
Children’s Day is slated for Saturday at the Hernando Farmers Market with a focus on drawing interest for children’s books and better food choices.
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North Mississippi
By Brandon LaGrone II, Daily Memphian
Updated: May 29, 2025 11:56 AM CT | Published: May 29, 2025 11:53 AM CT
The Landers Center, a multi-purpose arena undergoing an $88 million renovation and expansion, turned 25 this year. The DeSoto County Convention and Visitors Bureau owns the facility.
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Visual Arts
By Brandon LaGrone II, Daily Memphian
Published: May 27, 2025 4:00 AM CT
“Cubic Zirconia” is a crime thriller written and directed by Southaven local Jaron Lockridge (pictured). (Courtesy Jaron Lockridge)
A new monthly screening series, Indie Spotlight: Film & Conversation, aims to carve out a dedicated space for independent filmmakers in Mississippi and Memphis.
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2 weeks ago | 
dailymemphian.com | Brandon LaGrone II
North Mississippi
By Brandon LaGrone II, Daily Memphian
Published: May 21, 2025 6:08 PM CT
The Olive Branch Board of Aldermen approved a new fire chief. (Brandon LaGrone II/The Daily Memphian file)
Olive Branch has hired William D. Clark II, a firefighter with more than three decades of experience in Lewisburg and Memphis, as the city’s new fire chief.
Olive Branch Fire Department
William D.
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2 weeks ago | 
dailymemphian.com | Brandon LaGrone II
North Mississippi
By Brandon LaGrone II, Daily Memphian
Updated: May 20, 2025 4:08 PM CT | Published: May 20, 2025 4:08 PM CT
Fallen trees and downed power lines following overnight storms led to the closure of all DeSoto County schools and a state of emergency declaration May 19. (Courtesy DeSoto County)
The decision to open these shelters follows a week of turbulent weather that has left a trail of damage across DeSoto County.
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2 weeks ago | 
dailymemphian.com | Brandon LaGrone II
North Mississippi
By Brandon LaGrone II, Daily Memphian
Published: May 19, 2025 3:46 PM CT
Fallen trees and downed power lines following overnight storms led to the closure of all DeSoto County schools and a state of emergency declaration on Monday, May 19, 2025. The Hernando DeSoto River Park suffered significant damage. (Courtesy DeSoto County)
Overnight thunderstorms led to issues in DeSoto County, causing the closing of schools and government offices.
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2 weeks ago | 
dailymemphian.com | Brandon LaGrone II
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North Mississippi
By Brandon LaGrone II, Daily Memphian
Updated: May 18, 2025 4:00 AM CT | Published: May 18, 2025 4:00 AM CT
By offering diverse opportunities for living, working, and leisure, Southaven is positioning itself as a more attractive place for residents and businesses alike.
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4 weeks ago | 
dailymemphian.com | Brandon LaGrone II
North Mississippi
By Brandon LaGrone II, Daily Memphian
Updated: May 09, 2025 3:41 PM CT | Published: May 09, 2025 3:41 PM CT
This map shows plans for roadwork in Olive Branch. (Courtesy City of Olive Branch)
Roadwork is scheduled to begin Monday, May 12, along Camp Creek Boulevard and Craft-Goodman-Frontage Road, Olive Branch officials announced Friday.
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4 weeks ago | 
dailymemphian.com | Brandon LaGrone II
North Mississippi
By Brandon LaGrone II, Daily Memphian
Updated: May 08, 2025 1:54 PM CT | Published: May 08, 2025 1:53 PM CT
From left to right: Tamara Dickerson, Tina James, Tracy Gallagher, Susan Rutherford and Ashleigh Parker run DeSoto Hope. (Submitted)
DeSoto Hope, a local nonprofit composed of five women who are cancer survivors, has created a new $2,500 college-scholarship program.
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1 month ago | 
dailymemphian.com | Brandon LaGrone II
North Mississippi
By Brandon LaGrone II, Daily Memphian
Published: May 06, 2025 6:07 PM CT
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s human trafficking team has conducted 58 multi-jurisdictional operations, leading to the rescue of 341 victims and 99 arrests. (Rogelio V. Solis/AP file)
An operation, led by the Mississippi Attorney General’s office, has led to the rescue of five victims.
