Desoto County News

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.

Mayor Ken Adams, the Board of Aldermen and city staff praised the contributions of women across multiple departments, the city said.

A company is offering a 10-minute 3-D/4-D prenatal scan for $85 plus tax that includes five printed black-and-white images, the company said. Additional digital images and the baby’s weight are available at extra cost, and the package is not eligible for discounts.

Southern Pediatric Therapy said it will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a new clinic at 3:30 p.m. March 27. The facility, next to DeSoto Family Dental Care, is intended to expand therapy services and treatment space.

Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams said Highway 302 reopened and traffic was flowing both directions after a motor vehicle crash that earlier prompted lane closures.