Hoops rule change eliminates bonus free throw in high school
High school basketball fans will no longer be hearing the phrase, “bonus free throw,” or “one and one,” starting this coming season.
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Aldermen, supervisors to meet this week
Agenda links to this week’s government meetings.
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Holmes to swim at Maryland-Baltimore County
Olive Branch swimmer to compete at Maryland-Baltimore County.
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Business and Industry Political Education Committee endorses Hall
BIPEC has been a trusted source of credible political research information in Mississippi since 1980.
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Northwest CC nursing students and faculty shine at state convention
This convention hosts students from across the state of Mississippi to network and listen to lectures on educational topics relevant to nursing education and practice, and compete for scholarships, awards and recognition.
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Officials promote county needs on annual Washington trip
The DeSoto County Economic Development Council annually organizes the trip to more impactfully voice the county’s needs to federal officials.
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Six students part of Watson’s Student Ambassador Program
Six of the students selected come from DeSoto County schools, including Hernando and Olive Branch high schools, Northpoint Christian School, and a student from DeSoto County who attends Mississippi School for Math and Science in Columbus.
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Man arrested on sexual abuse, battery charges
Investigation continues into the arrest made.
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National Day of Prayer in DeSoto County
DeSoto County residents joined millions across the nation Thursday, May 4 to offer prayers for the country.
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Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare adult hospitals rated safest
The five adult hospitals of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, including Methodist Olive Branch, have been given an “A” grade in hospital safety.
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