Northwest Lady Rangers qualify for NJCAA Division I tournament
The Northwest women’s basketball team is headed to the national championships after a victory over Pearl River.
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Highway 302 reopens after crash, Olive Branch mayor says
The eastbound stretch of Highway 302 near Hacks Cross Road has reopened and traffic is flowing in both directions, Mayor Ken Adams said. Earlier, the city asked motorists to avoid the area after a crash that reduced lanes to one in each direction.
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Clarksdale district trains high school students as future teachers to ease shortage
Clarksdale Municipal School District, which posted 40 teacher vacancies in July, is offering a vocational educator preparation class to recruit local students into teaching. District leaders and a local nonprofit say the program can boost diversity and address persistent staffing gaps.
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Olive Branch Seeks Umpires for Baseball, Softball Season
The City of Olive Branch said it is hiring umpires for its upcoming baseball and softball season. Applicants must be 16 or older and have knowledge of the game or playing experience.
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Olive Branch mayor, aldermen to meet March 17
The City of Olive Branch said Mayor Ken Adams and the Board of Aldermen will hold a regularly scheduled meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the City Municipal Court Building. The meeting is open to the public and will be livestreamed.
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Roadway in Olive Branch Reopens; Lane on Highway 305 Remains Closed
A roadway in Olive Branch has reopened and traffic is flowing in both directions, Mayor Ken Adams said. MDOT maintenance has closed the on‑ramp to Highway 302 and a right lane on northbound Highway 305 remains closed.
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Olive Branch police, fire departments thank Chick-fil-A for “Breakfast with the Brave”
Olive Branch Police and Fire departments said in a social media post they appreciated Chick-fil-A Olive Branch for hosting the restaurant’s first “Breakfast with the Brave” event for local children.
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Southaven Young Professionals to host March lunch with Jeff Jones
The group will present ‘On the Menu’ featuring Jeff Jones of MidSouth Homes of Refining Leaders at NWCC Ranger Center on March 18. Tickets are $15 for members and $25 for nonmembers, organizers said.
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March Money Madness: Avoiding Money Traps
By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Coach at Southern Bancorp In basketball, there is a defensive move commonly known as “the
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Mississippi Senate approves $15 million for child care vouchers, awaits House decision
The Mississippi Senate approved $15 million to help low-income families access child care, but the funding faces uncertain prospects in the House amid ongoing debate.
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