Charlie adopted after 4 1/2 years at shelter tied to felony cruelty case
Shelter officials said Charlie, who spent 4 1/2 years at a shelter as part of a felony animal cruelty case, has been adopted and left the facility.
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Author: Peyton Taylor
Free workshop planned with Southaven Police, DeSoto County economic council
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. to host ribbon-cutting in Hernando
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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DeSoto Shred to help host community shred day in Southaven
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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Mississippi counties support legislation allowing sheriffs to use radar for speed enforcement
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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Northwest Lady Rangers qualify for NJCAA Division I tournament
The Northwest women’s basketball team is headed to the national championships after a victory over Pearl River.
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Highway 302 reopens after crash, Olive Branch mayor says
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 district trains high school students as future teachers to ease shortage
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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Olive Branch Seeks Umpires for Baseball, Softball Season
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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Olive Branch mayor, aldermen to meet March 17
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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