Michael and Becky Austin founded a real estate dynasty on January 1, 1986. It includes their family run agency with children, in-laws and grandchildren making housing sales.
When Dave Young ran for alderman, he ran on a platform that Horn Lake “can do better.”
A church in Walls is set to host contactless drive-through COVID-19 Testing on Saturday.
The Mississippi House of Representatives approved House Bill 530, Jan. 12, which would increase Mississippi teachers’ salaries by $4,000-$6,000.
Northeast Mississippi Community College guard Ken Lewis led the Tigers to their fourth straight win in a 102-91 victory over Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Jan. 10.
The Hernando Chamber of Commerce has a new food delivery venture in its ranks. Sibonie Swatzyna, executive director of the Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce, welcomed Eats Deliveries on Thursday, January 13, at the chamber's office. Becky Kuykendall, sole proprietor of Eats Deliveries…
Milwaukee Tool, which has a large footprint of distribution centers in Olive Branch and other manufacturing operations in Mississippi, moved up in the rankings for the third year in a row of the Top 100 “Best Places to Work” according to a leading internet jobs website.
A rezoning application is facing public outcry in Olive Branch.
DeSoto County Sheriff's Department released a statement on Tuesday of an investigation into a "possible threat of violence."
Former Horn Lake Eagle Nakobe Dean can add one more accomplishment to his already impressive resume: 2022 College Football National Champion. Dean helped the No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs upset the No. 1 Crimson Tide, 33-18 in the championship game Monday Night in Indianapolis.
Memphis media outlets are reporting that a Memphis man shot at Walls Police Officers Sunday night.
Mugshots Grill and Bar officially opened its doors today during their ceremonial ribbon cutting in Olive Branch. The sports-bar-esque restaurant is known primarily for their burgers which were voted by Mississippi Magazine as the best burger in Mississippi for 14 years. General Manager Todd …
Quincy Randle cuts the ribbon at the official grand opening of his new restaurant, Mr. Q’s Sloppy Joes. Mr. Q’s had a soft opening on Dec. 31 and since opening officially on Jan. 1. has already served about 1,500 customers. “The first day we did about 150 tickets,” Randle said. “I’ve had a …
Building a small business community remains one of Mississippi's strengths. For hopeful black business owners, help is found in a Clarksdale based advocacy group, Higher Purpose Co. (HPC).
DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is asking the Olive Branch Planning Commission to deny a request to rezone property in the Legacy Park area that would open the door for more warehouses to be built.
Brides-to-be along with their beaus sought expert event planners and coordinators for weddings at the Mid-South Shows Winter Memphis Bridal Show.
Flying, flipping and tumbling girls with their eyes on a top score have invaded Southaven this weekend for the Blues and BBQ Gymnastics Invitational.
Elvis fans from around the county and around the world braved chilly temperatures and gathered on the lawn at Graceland on Saturday to wish a Happy birthday to Elvis Presley on what would have been his 87th birthday.
Chances for freezing precipitation and slippery roadways will increase for the rest of today as temperatures and wind chills drop.
DeSoto County crews spent the Wednesday preparing for winter weather that is expected this week. The National Weather Service issued a Winter Weather Advisory for DeSoto County and the Mid-South that will go into effect starting at 3 am until 6 p.m. today. There is a chance of seeing a mixtu…
Local barbershop owner Chris Newson has made quite the mark not only in DeSoto County, but also on TikTok, as a viral creator.
Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams named Scott Trapolino as the December Mayor’s Award winner.
2021 was another big year of progress for Southaven. Projects that had been in the works for years were either completed or are under construction now.
It was a relatively quiet New Year holiday weekend in Horn Lake as police reported that they received only a handful of fireworks related complaints.
Horn Lake and Southaven are asking the Mississippi legislature to to pass bills that will allow the two cities to extend their hotel and tourism taxes.
Horn Lake and Southaven are asking the Mississippi legislature to to pass bills that will allow the two cities to extend their hotel and tourism taxes.
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported on Mississippi COVID cases for the week of December 28, 2021 - January 3, 2022.
The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi announced that it is postponing the annual Crystal Ball Gala until further notice due to the drastic rise in COVID cases.
A federal court has issued a consent decree ordering Horn Lake to approve a site plan which allows for the construction of a mosque which the city had previously denied.
Southaven native and DeSoto Central Middle School sixth grade math teacher, Rachel Jenné has been named DeSoto County School District’s 2021-22 Teacher of the Year.
On December 28, Governor Tate Reeves announced that he would not be signing a bill to approve use of medical marijuana in Mississippi under the current conditions of the proposed bill, despite support of voters.
DeSoto County Board of Supervisors elected a new president and vice president and got right to business at its first meeting in 2022.
DeSoto County reported a jump in the number of new COVID-19 cases in the county and are continuing to see a large demand for testing requests.
Hernando Walmart announced today they will be closing at 2 p.m. for third party cleaning and sanitizing of the store. They plan to reopen on Wednesday at 6 a.m.
Mississippi tax payers can lighten their financial burdens for the upcoming tax season through a credit to state non-profits.
Horn Lake officials are keeping a watchful eye on the New Year celebration to see how the city’s new fireworks regulations work out.
Former White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany will be the featured speaker at the first annual dinner titled “An Evening with Kayleigh McEnany” presented by County Seat Lunch Club on February 5 at 1 Memphis Street in Hernando.
There was no shortage of big headlines in DeSoto County in 2021. The county continued to see its economy boom and grow, with new new businesses and industry locating in north Mississippi, coupled with a strong housing market.
Not many people have the opportunity to celebrate 100 years of life, especially when that 100 years includes the heroism and sacrifice that Olin Pickens’ did.
Cities in DeSoto County continue to see strong sales tax collections as a result of a booming economy, and officials hope the trend will carry over into 2022.
Quincy Randle has always loved eating a good Sloppy Joe. Unfortunately, there aren’t many restaurants in DeSoto County that have the distinctly American sandwich on their menu.
Six Hernando infrastructure projects are topping the list city officials are sending to the state legislature for funding.
A much anticipated new restaurant that is planned for Silo Square moved a step closer to reality on Monday, earning approval from the Southaven Planning Commission.
Day one of DeSoto Central High School’s second annual Christmas basketball invitational closed out with a Jaguar win against the Germantown Mavericks, Monday night.
The Hernando Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying suspects who reportedly stole electronics from the Hernando Wal-Mart.
It was a night of firsts as the Memphis Americans scored their first goal of the season, earned their first shutout and first win in front of a crowd of about 1,800 at the Landers Center Dec. 26.
Mugshots Grill and Bar, a Mississippi favorite, is opening on Goodman Road in Olive Branch in early January.
Once based in DeSoto County and now operating outside Como, Mississippi, the DeSoto Rifle and Pistol Club holds aim on its target, promoting firearms safety and education.
Horn Lake will replace a historical marker commemorating blues great and Horn Lake native Big Walter Horton which was accidentally toppled and damaged.
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is increasing their visibility with more patrols and enforcement efforts to keep Mississippi drivers as safe as possible during the holiday season.
