Author: Peyton Taylor

Olive Branch police and the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office said the westbound lanes of Highway 78 at Interstate 269 are closed due to a vehicle fire and motorists should use alternate routes.

Mayor Ken Adams and the Olive Branch Police and Fire departments said the extreme heat watch has been replaced by an areawide heat advisory through 8 p.m. Friday. Officials said uncertainty about possible storms later in the week makes it unlikely heat indices will reach 110 degrees or higher.

The city of Olive Branch says construction is underway on a new walking trail and scenic bridge over Lick Creek at the George M. Harrison Soccer Complex. Fisher Arnold provided photos of the installation.

The city said its Olive Branch Farmers Market will run Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon and will be open on July 4, with special pop-ups planned each week.

Horn Lake Police Department said gates open at 7 p.m. and the fireworks show at Latimer Lakes Park will begin about 9 p.m. on July 2, 2026. The department posted a map showing a fallout zone, road closures and traffic flow plans.

The City of Olive Branch announced a free Public Safety Night Out from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 30 at the city track in Olive Branch City Park, featuring live music, safety demonstrations and a free food giveaway.

Attorney Jacinta Hall said the Southaven Chamber of Commerce provided the connections she needed after relocating to DeSoto County and helped her establish a local client base.

The Chamber announced a partnership with Tropical Getaways to offer a cruise with booking now open. The Chamber said proceeds from bookings will support the Chamber Foundation’s business grants and community initiatives.

Organizers say heavy traffic is expected on the square tomorrow afternoon as the farmers market opens at 3 p.m. and the 250th USA Celebration begins at 5 p.m.