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Organizers said they are partnering with the Southaven Police Department, the DeSoto County Economic Development Council and other area chambers to present a free workshop. Interested people must register at the provided link and can email info@southavenchamber.com with questions.
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Everworth Apparel Co. will hold a ribbon-cutting next Saturday at 10 a.m. inside City Hall Cheesecake, the company said. The boutique offers modern, thoughtfully selected pieces in sizes XS to 3X.
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Organizers said they are partnering with DeSoto Shred to offer a community shred day in Southaven for residents and businesses to dispose of unneeded documents.
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The family of Ayden Stockstill is advocating for legislation that would give county law enforcement authority to use radar guns to enforce speed limits. Despite setbacks in the state legislature, local governments continue to back the proposal.
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The Northwest women’s basketball team is headed to the national championships after a victory over Pearl River.
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The eastbound stretch of Highway 302 near Hacks Cross Road has reopened and traffic is flowing in both directions, Mayor Ken Adams said. Earlier, the city asked motorists to avoid the area after a crash that reduced lanes to one in each direction.
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Clarksdale Municipal School District, which posted 40 teacher vacancies in July, is offering a vocational educator preparation class to recruit local students into teaching. District leaders and a local nonprofit say the program can boost diversity and address persistent staffing gaps.
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The City of Olive Branch said it is hiring umpires for its upcoming baseball and softball season. Applicants must be 16 or older and have knowledge of the game or playing experience.
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The City of Olive Branch said Mayor Ken Adams and the Board of Aldermen will hold a regularly scheduled meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the City Municipal Court Building. The meeting is open to the public and will be livestreamed.
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A roadway in Olive Branch has reopened and traffic is flowing in both directions, Mayor Ken Adams said. MDOT maintenance has closed the on‑ramp to Highway 302 and a right lane on northbound Highway 305 remains closed.
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