Mississippi

Local Government

Supervisor Robert Foster’s federal challenge to DeSoto County’s race-based judicial subdistricts has been dismissed, ending a high-profile fight for equal

Hernando · Sep 4, 2026

Local Government

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.

Southaven · Sep 4, 2026

Local Government

A detailed breakdown of DeSoto County's $93 million tax levy requirement and how the Board of Supervisors is prioritizing public safety and infrastructure.

Hernando · Sep 4, 2026

Crime & Safety

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.

Hernando · Sep 3, 2026

Education

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.

Southaven · Sep 3, 2026

Faith & Family

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.

Olive Branch · Sep 3, 2026