Hancock County Middle School students stop bus from crashing after driver blacks out
By Sophie Bates, Associated Press | Originally published by Mississippi Today Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and
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Southaven Chamber plans ‘Par Wars’ tournaments on May 4, 2026
The Southaven Chamber announced a golf and games event called ‘Par Wars’ set for May 4, 2026, featuring two tournaments and online registration.
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US Supreme Court voids majority Black congressional district in Louisiana, weaking part of the Voting Rights Act
By Mark Sherman, Associated Press | Originally published by Mississippi Today WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down Louisiana’s second
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Crooked Letter Sports: Spring grab-bag
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Officials urge multiple ways to get severe-weather alerts
City of Olive Branch and DeSoto County officials urged residents to sign up for multiple alert methods and warned of a severe thunderstorm warning for northern DeSoto County, officials said.
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Olive Branch urges residents to sign up for text severe-weather alerts
City officials urged residents to use multiple ways to receive severe weather warnings and said they can sign up by texting “olivebranch” to 888777.
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Olive Branch urges residents to use multiple ways to receive severe weather alerts
The City of Olive Branch recommends residents sign up for multiple alert methods. The city posted an expired tornado warning dated April 28, 2026, saying the warning had been extended until 10 p.m.
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Student Appreciation Day set for tomorrow; cookout, games planned
Organizers said Student Appreciation Day will be held tomorrow with a cookout, lawn games and an outdoor picnic. Students were invited to bring friends and come hungry.
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Tornado Watch Lifted in Local Area; Safe Room Closed
The tornado watch issued for the area has been canceled, and the community safe room has closed after remaining open during the alert.
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Tornado watch in effect until 10 p.m.; community safe room opened
A tornado watch was issued Tuesday evening and will remain in effect until 10 p.m. CDT, and a community safe room at 7312 Highway 51 has been opened to residents, local officials said.
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