Desoto County News

The City of Olive Branch said it will host the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall June 4-8, 2026, at the George M. Harrison Municipal Soccer Complex, open to the public 24 hours a day with an opening ceremony June 5.

Resuscitation guidance says hands-only CPR should be delivered at 100 to 120 beats per minute. Experts say using music can help people keep the proper rhythm until an automated external defibrillator is available.

Northwest Mississippi Community College said START Camp 2026 wrapped up this week with nutrition lessons, competitions and waterslide races. The college said staff and participants are already looking forward to next year.

Southaven Animal Shelter announced that Miami, an animal who spent a year at the facility, has been adopted and has left for a permanent home. The shelter encouraged prospective adopters to seek staff help to find the best match.

The Olive Branch Police Department said Community Bank provided a barbecue meal of pulled pork, baked beans and cole slaw to officers and staff in a social media post.

Organizers said the free Christian music festival will be held July 3 at City Park in Olive Branch, Mississippi, and will conclude with city fireworks. Attendees can register for free at ltwfreedomfest.com.

The City of Olive Branch announced it is accepting applications for a Park Athletic Assistant and said details and other job openings are available at www.obms.us/jobs.

Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams announced a chalk art contest at the Historic Wesson House on June 20. Registration opens at 8 a.m.; the contest starts at 9 a.m.

Horn Lake Police Department seeks help identifying two people accused of breaking into Exotic Cloud on June 1 and stealing multiple tobacco and vape products.

Organizers said four openings have appeared after cancellations for a senior citizens’ trip to northeastern Florida. Interested people should call (662) 429-2688 and ask for Dolly.