Garcia appointed as new Olive Branch Police Chief
Garcia joined the Olive Branch Police Department in March 2000. Over the last 24 years, he has risen through nearly every rank in the department.
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Author: Bob Bakken
USACE to launch Phase II Critical Repairs at Arkabutla Dam in January
The Vicksburg District declared a “potential breach” status in May 2023 after a depression was discovered near the dam’s toe.
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DeSoto Civic Garden Club remembers fallen veterans over the holiday season
This took place at Blocker Cemetery in Olive Branch, where over 250 veterans are buried.
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DeSoto Central dominates Hernando boys at Sideline Cancer Classic
Three-day basketball classic began Thursday afternoon.
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P.C. Campana Inc. announces expansion into Vicksburg
The Port of Vicksburg remains a critical hub for industrial growth in the “River City.”
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Record numbers of travelers expected over Christmas holiday travel period
For the first time on record, domestic air travel will exceed 8 million passengers.
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Bangers Pickleball to bring premier entertainment destination to Southaven
Bangers Pickleball is designed to be the “Topgolf of Pickleball.”
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Southaven aldermen condemn historic church site; tables decision on former Checkers
Musselwhite stated the city must uphold safety laws to prevent the property from further impacting surrounding economic values.
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AG Fitch Awards Nearly $1 Million to Aid Human Trafficking Victims in Mississippi
The funding comes from the Victims of Human Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation Fund, created by the Legislature in 2020.
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Former Coahoma County Deputy Coroner pleads guilty to embezzlement
The Auditor’s Office encourages citizens to report suspected fraud.
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