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The Olive Branch Police Department said in a social media post that Officer Artaurus Harvell Jr. and Officer Arianna Moore have joined the force and will serve the city with integrity, professionalism and courage.

Alison Mitchell of DeSoto County Tourism says chamber networking events are reshaping how the community treats visitors and helping drive tourism growth in Southaven.

The Southaven Chamber celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of LTresses Academy of Nails, saying the school will train aspiring nail artists and beauty professionals.

The Southaven Chamber announced the grand opening and ribbon cutting for Monster Mini Golf in Southaven, Mississippi, saying the venue will feature glow-in-the-dark mini golf and arcade games. The chamber encouraged residents to visit and welcomed the new business to the community.

United Way and DeSoto County Schools said they are collecting school supplies through the rest of June and will accept drop-offs at Horn Lake High School on July 1 for new teachers’ classrooms.

A social media message from the Olive Branch Chamber of Commerce said the Junebug Jamboree continues this week in Old Towne and listed Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams. The post was not available for viewing on the platform.

Mayor Ken Adams, the Board of Aldermen and the City of Olive Branch welcomed James Sisk to the city’s staff, the city said. Sisk will join the General Services Department.

Mayor Ken Adams and the Board of Aldermen announced that Landon Gross has joined the Olive Branch Parks and Recreation Department, the city said. The city said it is “thankful to have you on the team.”

Organizers said vendor spots for the 2026 Hernando festival are filling quickly and urged vendors to apply by emailing chamber@hernandoms.org or calling 662-429-9055.

The Chamber said it has teamed with Tropical Getaways to offer a cruise that will raise funds for the Chamber Foundation. The trip is open to the public and bookings must be made by June 30.