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The Olive Twig Humanitarian group said support from Mardi Gras parade sponsors enabled it to give back to the Olive Branch Police Department and support Camp B.U.I.L.D. and Camp S.H.A.P.E.

Olive Branch police said Hwy. 302 eastbound at Craft Road had been closed and traffic diverted after a motor vehicle crash with injuries. The roadway has since reopened.

The free, family-friendly event will run from 10 a.m. to noon on the Downtown Batesville Square and include trick-or-trunk activities and a costume contest.

Callers to the Batesville Police Department’s non-emergency line must press 0 to connect with a dispatcher after the department reenabled its automated option menu because of overwhelming spam calls.

School Resource Officers helped students with activities during a busy week at North Panola School District, according to the Panola County Sheriff’s Office.

Movies Under the Stars will return to the front lawn of City Hall, with free family-friendly movies scheduled each Thursday at 7 p.m. in October.

The City of Olive Branch announced that Raymond “Spencer” will join the Olive Branch Airport Taylor Field team.