Desoto County News

DeSoto Family Theatre announced auditions for the regional premiere of the musical “Finding Neverland,” with appointments set for April 11 and callbacks April 12, the theatre said.

The Olive Branch Police Department visited Lewisburg High School to celebrate Ryley Foster’s 18th birthday, the department said. Mayor Ken Adams also extended birthday wishes.

A motor vehicle crash on Highway 302 west of Davidson Road has reduced westbound traffic to one lane, Ken Adams, mayor of Olive Branch, said. He urged motorists to use alternate routes and said there is no estimate for reopening the roadway.

Organizers said they will partner with DeSoto Shred to host a community shred day in Southaven to help residents and businesses dispose of unwanted documents. DeSoto Shred will bring a truck and organizers said there is a 50-pound limit.

Pinpoints Travel announces plans to showcase its travel planning services on April 2, 2026. The company emphasizes personalized itineraries and full-service support.

The Southaven Chamber will hold a networking event at avid hotel Memphis-Southaven, hosted and sponsored by Zykea Pegues and the Avid Team, organizers said.

A city Facebook post says the Snowden Lane project now includes three lanes and a multi-use pedestrian trail connecting to trails and developments near Snowden Grove Park.

The Snowden Grove Tennis Complex in Mississippi has expanded to 20 courts after completing a project that added eight outdoor courts, enhancing its capacity to host regional and professional tournaments.

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved a resolution to surplus a firearm to a recently retired officer and heard updates on several road and court projects, city officials said.