‘1776’ auditions set for Sunday, May 3
Organizers announced auditions for the musical ‘1776’ will be held Sunday, May 3. Details are available on the show’s website at dftonline.org/1776auditions.
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Olive Branch opens storm shelter amid severe weather threat
The City of Olive Branch said its storm shelter at 9549 Pigeon Roost Road is open until the severe weather threat is resolved and urged residents to sign up for alerts.
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Southaven Chamber Announces ‘Par Wars’ Golf and Games Tournament
The Southaven Chamber of Commerce said it will host a Star Wars–inspired Par Wars: Golf and Games Tournament at Olive Branch Country Club featuring golf, pickleball and a costume contest. Proceeds will benefit the Southaven Chamber Foundation and sponsorships are available.
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Jackson asks federal judge to block new water authority created by state law
By Alex Rozier | Originally published by Mississippi Today The city of Jackson on Monday asked a federal judge to
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Lawmakers tried to steer $2 million to Elvis-themed Tupelo hotel project tied to state official’s family
By Taylor Vance | Originally published by Mississippi Today Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the
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Olive Branch, DeSoto County urge residents to use multiple alert methods as severe-weather risk rises
Officials on April 27 said the threat for severe weather was raised to an enhanced, 3-of-5 risk and urged residents to have multiple ways to receive warnings.
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Olive Branch releases spring edition of The Branch Advisor
Ken Adams, mayor of Olive Branch, said the spring edition of The Branch Advisor is now available. Past editions and an online copy can be accessed on the city’s website.
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North gate closed; temporary entrance opens for fields 5-9
The facility said the north gate was closed Monday, April 27, and a temporary entrance/exit will serve the parking lot for fields 5-9 until further notice.
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Jackson State dorm reopens after power outage displaces 500 students
By Candice Wilder | Originally published by Mississippi Today Jackson State University students who were displaced from the Alexander Hall
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North Mississippi Hummingbird Festival announced for Snowden Grove Park
Organizers said the North Mississippi Hummingbird Festival will take place at the June Wheeler Memorial Hummingbird Garden in Snowden Grove Park and is seeking vendors and food trucks.
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