DeSoto County News

Organizers say the summer sidewalk sale in Hernando is in its second day and runs through Friday and Saturday, coinciding with Tax-Free Weekend.

A seller says a small number of jumbo gourmet cookies are available for pickup after 3 p.m. today, with the birthday cake flavor sold out and limited quantities of other flavors remaining.

DeSoto Family Theatre said its Finding Nemo KIDS summer camp recently concluded with a performance after campers “worked so hard, made new friends, and put on the sweetest show.” The theater called summer camp days “some of our favorite days,” in a social media post.

The Olive Branch Police Department has announced the addition of Officer Taylor Lawson to its team, emphasizing their commitment to serving the community with integrity and professionalism.

The Southaven Chamber Foundation will recognize the Bridge Academy Class of 2026 at its August Quarterly Luncheon, with DeSoto County Schools Superintendent Cory Uselton as keynote, organizers said.

Jim Flanagan retired as chief executive of the DeSoto County Economic Development Council after leading the agency since 1988, the council and a post on the mayor’s blog said.

Olive Branch officials said the roadway at Highway 302 (Goodman Road) and Hacks Cross Road has been cleared following a motor vehicle crash. Mayor Ken Adams and the Olive Branch Police Department urged drivers to use caution.

Mayor Ken Adams and the Olive Branch Police Department said eastbound Goodman is blocked and urged drivers to seek alternate routes.

Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams announced that Rebekah Wallace, 2022 Miss Olive Branch and the first runner-up to Miss Mississippi Volunteer, will represent Mississippi at the National Sweetheart Pageant in Hoopeston, Illinois, on Labor Day weekend.