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The Arc Northwest Mississippi announced it will hold its monthly Coffee with a Member networking event on June 26 to connect Chamber members and business professionals and highlight services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Olive Branch was ranked third on TakingTheKids.com’s list of the 10 safest and most peaceful places to live in Mississippi for 2026, the website reported. The article highlighted communities noted for safety, charm and peaceful everyday living and included the name Ken Adams as Olive Branch mayor.

Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams said all employees were evacuated safely and no injuries were reported. He said fire personnel cleared the scene and FedEx employees returned to work.

Horn Lake Police Department said Officer Izaguirre and K9 Vincent placed first in vehicle explosives detection and second in indoor explosives detection at the 2026 MLEOA summer conference.

The Hernando Chamber said the community has held ribbon cuttings, anniversaries, luncheons, retail events and new business openings so far in 2026 and urged residents to attend Sunset on the Square Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.

Organizers said the Junebug Jamboree at Old Towne Olive Branch will feature live music tomorrow night from Sarah Spain and The Nightshades and a lineup of local food vendors.

The DeSoto County Dream Center said every dollar donated through the end of Matching Week will be matched, and organizers encouraged residents to register for the DC Race 5K or give online.

The theater has added more audition opportunities for the upcoming production of ‘White Christmas.’ Interested actors can sign up for a new slot this weekend.

Dancers, parents, and supporters gathered for a master class with Broadway’s Danny Gardner, hosted by LRP Studios, LLC.