Desoto County News

Major Roberson said he received a suspicious text message this morning that referenced a non-existent Mississippi court enforcement office and included a questionable web link. He urged recipients to delete the message and not to click the link.

SPT said it will move in October to a new space next to DeSoto Family Dental Care. The organization said first-floor framing is complete and it will post construction updates on Facebook and Instagram.

The college said in a social media post that the ceremony honored the hard work and dedication of graduates and highlighted a pin symbolizing compassion and strength.

DeSoto Shred and The DeSoto County Brief will host a free community shred day Thursday, May 14, at 500 Stateline Road in Southaven, organizers said. Participants may drive up and drop off boxes not exceeding 50 pounds.

A government post says a National Day of Prayer event took place on the City Hall lawn at noon. The post thanked Jerrod Brooks for coordinating the event and quoted Mayor Ken Adams thanking participants.

Organizers announced a May Lunch and Learn featuring Brandyn Skeen on retirement, investments and estate planning. The event listing says Williams, Pitts & Beard, PLLC is sponsoring the event and registration is available online.

Sibonie Swatzyna was named Outstanding Woman in Nonprofit at the DeSoto County Business Women Annual Lotus Awards, the Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce said.

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen said Tuesday night the city received $750,000 with help from State Rep. Rodney Hall to invest in West End redevelopment and approved an EMS training affiliation.

Organizers said the weeklong program will teach songs, dances and performance skills and end with a family showcase. Sessions run June 15-19, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.; spots are limited.