Photo essay: Horses and their humans compete in the Ultimate Bayou Gold Barrel Race
By Eric J. Shelton | Originally published by Mississippi Today Journee Herrington circled outside the arena at the Mississippi State
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Mississippi faith leaders denounce Ag Commissioner Andy Gipson’s comments about Muslims, Sharia
By Katherine Lin | Originally published by Mississippi Today Mississippi faith leaders on Friday denounced recent comments about Muslims made
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Olive Branch Officials Urge Heat Safety, Warn Against Leaving Children, Pets in Vehicles
A social media post shared by the National Weather Service in Memphis relays heat-safety tips from Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams and local emergency departments.
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Olive Branch seeks applicants for 2026-2027 Mayor’s Youth Council
The city of Olive Branch is accepting applications for its upcoming Mayor’s Youth Council. The deadline is Aug. 14.
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Olive Branch mayor, Board of Aldermen to meet Aug. 18
Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams and the Board of Aldermen will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, at the City Municipal Court Building, the city said. The meeting is open to the public and will be live-streamed on the city’s YouTube channel.
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Hernando Parks Hosts Successful Scavenger Hunt With Multiple Winners
Hernando Parks concluded its annual scavenger hunt, with Team Omair taking home the grand prize and several local sponsors supporting the event.
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Summer collectible cups available for $2.99, company says
The company said it is selling summer collectible cups for $2.99 for a limited time. In-store refills cost $1 and require presentation of the original cup.
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Olive Branch officers commended for de-escalating workplace incident
The Olive Branch Police Department said two officers received commendations for defusing a workplace violence complaint at NFI Industries on July 30, 2026.
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Railroad to close Stateline Road crossing Aug. 19 for improvements
The railroad said it will close the Stateline Road crossing from 8 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026, to 6 a.m. Thursday for improvements. No traffic will be allowed to cross the tracks between Horn Lake Road and Highway 51, the railroad said.
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Tasia Fortune’s troubled life leaves her family grieving, and waiting, as police investigate her death
By Simeon Gates | Originally published by Mississippi Today By her family’s account, Tasia Fortune was a loving, caring woman
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