DeSoto County News

The city of Olive Branch is accepting applications for its 2026-27 Mayor’s Youth Council from students entering 11th or 12th grade, the city said. Applications are due Aug. 14 and can be submitted at www.obms.us/youthcouncil.

The South Panola School District said it will partner with local law enforcement for a planned safety training exercise at South Panola High School on Thursday, July 9, at 8 a.m. The district said there is no threat to students or the community.

The City of Olive Branch said Mayor Ken Adams and the Board of Aldermen presented Leslie Pool a proclamation at the July 7 board meeting, honoring his 25-year coaching career at Olive Branch High School.

The City of Olive Branch said the senior center held a summer cookout with help from the Parks and Recreation Department and volunteers. The center is open to residents 50 and older and offers a range of programs, the city said.

Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams said six outages affected 240 members as crews replace two broken poles after a storm moved through the area.

The retailer said its Summer Sidewalk Sale begins Thursday, July 9, featuring $10, $20 and $30 racks, a 50% off sale rack and $10 mystery bags. The store said the event will coincide with Mississippi’s tax-free holiday.

Mayor Ken Adams, Police Chief Carlos Garcia and the Olive Branch Police Department congratulated Deputy Chief Joshua Mucciarone on 23 years of service, the City of Olive Branch said.