DeSoto County News

Organizers said the August Quarterly Luncheon and Bridge Academy graduation ceremony is sold out and will recognize the Class of 2026 with keynote speaker Cory Uselton.

The railroad said it will close the Stateline Road rail crossing on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026, and expects to reopen it in less than 24 hours. The road will be closed between Horn Lake Road and Highway 51 except for local traffic.

A safety message circulated online urged drivers to slow down, move over and leave at least three feet when passing cyclists, the post said.

The Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce said on its social media page that Elite Eyecare will celebrate its fourth anniversary. The post said a photo opportunity will be held Friday at noon and a trunk show will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

DeSoto Family Theatre said in a social media post that ‘Finding Neverland’ opens tonight at the Heindl Center and posted sneak-peek photos credited to Melanie Melugin Photography.

Northwest Mississippi Community College said a group of student leaders spent two days at a Pathfinder Retreat to prepare for the year, build connections and make memories.

The Southaven Animal Shelter said Honey was adopted after eight months in its care. The shelter urged prospective adopters to contact staff for help finding a match.

Mayor Ken Adams and the Olive Branch Board of Aldermen will meet at 6 p.m. Aug. 4 at the City Municipal Court Building, the city said. The meeting is open to the public and will be livestreamed.