Olive Branch seeks utility clerk, invites applications
The City of Olive Branch is accepting applications for a utility clerk position, the city said. Applicants can find the posting and other job openings at the city’s website.
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Author: Peyton Taylor
Olive Branch officials warn of supercell storms; 2-inch hail possible
Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams and local emergency agencies warned March 9 that strong to severe storms could produce hail larger than 2 inches and hit DeSoto County between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m.
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Olive Branch officials warn of severe storms, tornado possible
Mayor Ken Adams and the Olive Branch Police and Fire departments urged residents to stay alert after the National Weather Service issued a slight risk for severe storms for parts of the state on March 9, 2026.
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CMP office at 1150 Monteith Ave. invites homeowners to stop by
CMP said its office is located in the heart of Hernando at 1150 Monteith Ave. and homeowners may visit with questions or suggestions.
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ConXion to offer Spring Break camp, open gyms March 9-13
ConXion said it will host a Spring Break Camp as well as Bounce Open Gyms and a Toddler Open Gym for children ages 0-12 from March 9-13.
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Mississippi voters to select congressional nominees in Tuesday primaries
Mississippi voters will choose Democratic and Republican nominees for Congress on Tuesday. All incumbents are seeking re-election ahead of the November general election.
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Mississippi uses unverified credit data to deactivate voters, sparking concerns
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson’s office implemented a controversial method using Experian credit data to update voter rolls, leading to thousands of inactive designations and voter rights concerns.
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Mississippi Legislature Stalls on Teacher Pay Raise and Major Bills
Legislative efforts to pass a teacher pay increase and key measures have faltered amid political infighting. Negotiations continue as lawmakers face a tight legislative schedule.
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Olive Branch mayor honors women in law enforcement on International Women’s Day
Mayor Ken Adams praised the courage and sacrifice of women officers in a city statement on International Women’s Day, quoting W.E.B. Du Bois.
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Lumberton Main Street group tests downtown revival with $10,000 facade grant
The Lumberton Main Street Association has formed a grant committee and will distribute a $10,000 Mississippi Power Foundation award as a facade grant to downtown businesses. Applications close April 9 and awards of up to $2,000 per business will be distributed in early April, the association said.
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