DeSoto County Schools: No make‑up days required after weeklong winter weather closureÂ
The district has not yet determined whether schools will reopen Monday
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Interstates reopen following winter weather closures
Drivers who must take to the roads are urged to reduce speeds significantly and exercise extreme caution.
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Olive Branch Police Department names new deputy chief
Since joining the Olive Branch Police Department in 2003, Mucciarone has ascended through the ranks.
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Road crews tackle rural DeSoto County roads
While the work remains a work in progress, the results are visible.
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Mitchell named new Director of Tourism for DeSoto County
She said the opportunity aligns perfectly with her values, leadership philosophy and passion for community engagement.
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Pedestrian struck, killed by train in Olive Branch Thursday morning
The incident remains under investigation by BNSF Railroad Police.
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Mississippi State Auditor’s Office receives “exceptionally clean” review from legislative audit
The review was conducted by EisenRamper LLP, a private CPA firm based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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Mississippi winter storm death toll rises to 14 as state expands emergency responseÂ
Four additional deaths — in Lafayette, Panola, and Tippah counties — have increased the statewide total to 14.Â
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Woman in custody after stabbing at Southpark Gardens
The case remains under investigation.
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North Mississippi interstates shuttered as winter storm death toll rises to 10
Residents are encouraged to document and report any suspicious spikes in prices for essential services or goods.
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