Flag recycling program honors tradition and sustainability
Residents are invited to spread the word about the new recycling box and to make use of it.
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Lynn Jones: What have you been reading
I hope that you have spent some time reading the greatest book in the world—the Bible.
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Zimmerman sentenced to over 50 years after escape and crime spree
A fugitive whose dramatic escape from the DeSoto County Courthouse last year made national headlines has been sentenced.
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DeSoto County School Board votes to lower millage
School officials say they will continue to closely monitor the budget.
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DeSoto County man missing, last seen in Memphis
Anyone with information on Hall’s whereabouts is urged to contact their local law enforcement agency.
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Chronic Wasting Disease cases rise in Mississippi
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) continues to spread in Mississippi’s deer population.
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Olive Branch man sentenced for assault and threatening officer
Both cases were prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Ben Weathers with support from the Hernando and Olive Branch Police Departments.
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Thursday sports: Lady Gators win clash of champions, more scores
DeSoto County volleyball teams took to the court Thursday night.
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DeSoto County honors local heroes on Purple Heart Day
Aug. 7, 2025 – As the nation pauses to observe Purple Heart Day, DeSoto County proudly joins in recognizing the
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Olive Branch Airport sets monthly operations record
The Olive Branch Airport is one of the busiest general aviation airports in Mississippi.
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