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Local Government
Federal Lawsuit Over DeSoto County Judicial Districts Dismissed
Supervisor Robert Foster’s federal challenge to DeSoto County’s race-based judicial subdistricts has been dismissed, ending a high-profile fight for equal
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Southaven Officials Begin FY27 Budget Review: What Taxpayers Should Know
Southaven officials have unveiled a balanced FY27 budget proposal. As the city prepares for a Sept. 8 public hearing, we examine the fiscal impact on taxpayers.
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DeSoto County FY26 Budget: Where Your Tax Dollars Are Going
A detailed breakdown of DeSoto County's $93 million tax levy requirement and how the Board of Supervisors is prioritizing public safety and infrastructure.
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Federal Court Rejects Challenge to DeSoto County Judicial District Structure
A federal judge has upheld DeSoto County’s judicial subdistrict boundaries, rejecting a legal challenge that sought to block the current map before the
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Taxpayer Watch: DeSoto Supervisors Review New Infrastructure Bids
The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors is reviewing new bids for concrete and drainage projects, totaling hundreds of thousands in taxpayer funds.
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21 Years and Counting: How DeSoto County Maintains a Flat Tax Rate
The DeSoto County Board of Supervisors finalized the FY 2027 budget, maintaining a 41.02 millage rate for the 21st year while funding a record $42 million
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Safety First: DeSoto County Boosts Sheriff Budget to $42M to Combat Crime
DeSoto County officials have finalized a $42 million Sheriff's budget, ensuring School Resource Officers at every campus and increased funding for prosecutions.
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Surveillance or Safety? DeSoto Mayors Address Flock Camera Privacy Concerns
Local officials in DeSoto County are fielding resident questions regarding the expansion of Flock automated license plate readers and their impact on privacy.
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Olive Branch Budget: No Millage Increase as City Prioritizes Safety
Mayor Ken Adams proposes a fiscally disciplined budget for Olive Branch, maintaining a 38.5 millage rate while funding six new police officer positions.
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Horn Lake Property Taxes: Citizens Fight Spending and DEI Programs
Horn Lake residents are calling for a return to fiscal responsibility as the Board of Aldermen faces pressure to cut spending and eliminate DEI-linked programs.
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Olive Branch Taxpayers Face Rising Costs from Illegal Immigration
Olive Branch residents and officials voice concerns over the mounting fiscal strain on local schools and law enforcement due to regional illegal immigration
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Crime & Safety
DeSoto County and ICE: Why Local Immigration Enforcement Is Becoming an Even Bigger Issue for North Mississippi
DeSoto County's District Attorney and Sheriff's Office have made this suburban Memphis county one of Mississippi's most aggressive partners with federal immigration authorities. Here's what's happening, what's legal, and why it matters to Hernando, Southaven, Olive Branch, and Horn Lake.
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Horn Lake Seeks Emergency Telecommunicators Amid Public Safety Staffing Needs
Horn Lake officials are urgently seeking new emergency telecommunicators to bolster the city's 911 response capabilities as staffing needs persist in DeSoto
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Operation S.T.O.P.: Highway Patrol Cracks Down on School Bus Safety
Mississippi Highway Patrol launches Operation S.T.O.P. in unincorporated DeSoto County to penalize reckless drivers and protect students in school zones.
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Horn Lake Retail Theft Surge Blamed on Neighboring Soft-on-Crime Policies
Horn Lake police tackle a spike in organized retail theft as conservative leaders warn that soft-on-crime policies in nearby Memphis are threatening local
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Education
Could the National Fight Over Transgender Policies Reach DeSoto County Schools? What Mississippi Parents Need to Know
Mississippi already bans transgender athletes from girls' sports and gender-affirming care for minors. Now, as the Trump administration reshapes federal Title IX rules, DeSoto County parents face questions about parental notification, student records, and what schools can — and cannot — do.
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DeSoto County Schools Budget: New State Formula Delivers $15.9 Million Revenue Increase
The Mississippi Student Funding Formula is providing a $15.9 million boost to DeSoto County Schools, helping stabilize local tax burdens for residents.
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Accountability Gap: Southaven Middle Hits 'D' Grade as District 'A'
While DeSoto County Schools celebrate a district-wide 'A' rating, Southaven Middle School has plummeted to a 'D,' sparking concerns over resource allocation.
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Olive Branch Families Defend Parents' Rights in DeSoto Schools
Olive Branch parents rallied this week against DEI and gender ideology in DeSoto County Schools, demanding a return to traditional education and parental
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Faith & Family
Faith Still Matters in DeSoto County: Why Christian Values Remain Central to One of Mississippi's Fastest-Growing Communities
DeSoto County has grown nearly 23% since 2010, making it one of Mississippi's fastest-growing counties. Yet churches remain at the center of community life — from Southaven to Olive Branch to Hernando. Here's why faith still matters here, and what it means for the county's political future.
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Elections
DeSoto Residents Voice Concerns as State Lawmakers Redraw Voting Districts
Southaven residents packed a public hearing to demand colorblind redistricting, warning state lawmakers against diluting conservative voices in DeSoto County.
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Southaven Voices: Residents Fight for Fair Representation in Redistricting
Southaven residents gathered at the Ranger Center to demand fair representation as the State Legislature redraws district lines ahead of the 2026 elections.
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Victory for Local Control: Federal Judge Upholds DeSoto County Redistricting Maps
A federal judge has issued a final ruling upholding DeSoto County’s redistricting maps, rejecting activist attempts to force race-based voting districts.
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Court Rejects Challenge to DeSoto County Judicial District Boundaries
A federal judge has denied a request to block DeSoto County’s majority-Black judicial subdistricts, ensuring the current map remains for the 2026 elections.
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Southaven Redistricting: Residents Fight for Representation in New Legislative Maps
Southaven residents packed a public hearing to demand that state lawmakers protect DeSoto County’s political voice against attempts to dilute representation.
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Business & Economy
Southaven Approves New 'Top of the Sipp' Leisure District to Boost Local Economy
Southaven officials have designated the $60 million Top of the Sipp development as a new leisure district to drive local commerce and small business growth.
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Walls Solar Boom: $90M Project to Deliver 3,500% Tax Revenue Increase
A $90 million solar facility in Walls is set to skyrocket local tax revenue by 3,500%, funding DeSoto County Schools without burdening residential taxpayers.
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Top of the Sipp: Southaven Launches New Leisure and Recreation District
Southaven officials have officially established the Top of the Sipp Leisure and Recreation District, a move designed to boost local commerce and tourism.
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Opinion
Property Rights vs. Big Tech: Southaven Residents Sue xAI Over Turbine Noise
Southaven homeowners are taking a stand against Big Tech as a class-action lawsuit targets xAI’s deafening gas turbines, sparking a battle for property rights.
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National Security vs. Local Noise: DOJ Backs Southaven xAI Facility
The Department of Justice and Governor Tate Reeves are siding with Elon Musk's xAI against an NAACP-led lawsuit, citing the Southaven facility's national
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