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Legislative recap part 2: What did the Legislature do on health issues?
2+ hour, 55+ min ago (126+ words) By Geoff Pender, Sophia Paffenroth and Gwen Dilworth | Originally published by Mississippi Today u003ciframe title=u0022 Everlit Audio Playeru0022 src=u0022https: //everlit. audio/embeds/artl_9 Qem Eu3 GW1 Q? st=miniu0026amp; client=wpu0026amp; preview=trueu0026amp; client_version=2. 6. 0u0022 width=u0022100%u0022 height=u002280pxu0022 frameborder=u00220u0022 allow=u0022accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-shareu0022 allowfullscreen=u0022u0022u003eu003c/iframeu003e Audio recording is automated…...
Mississippi's top health official says he's not going to the CDC
8+ hour, 49+ min ago (624+ words) By Gwen Dilworth | Originally published by Mississippi Today State Health Officer Dr. Dan Edney said on Wednesday that while he was honored to have been considered to lead the nation's Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, he is not seeking…...
Jackson State officials plan to put $500 K from Fed Ex toward business student scholarships and internships
8+ hour, 48+ min ago (381+ words) By Candice Wilder | Originally published by Mississippi Today A $500, 000 gift from Fed Ex to Jackson State University will go toward helping business students gain professional development opportunities and expanding academic programs in the College of Business." The unrestricted money will…...
DA touts crime reduction at Olive Branch chamber luncheon, police say
9+ hour, 48+ min ago (161+ words) De Soto County News De Soto County District Attorney Matt Barton delivered a "State of the County Address" at a luncheon hosted by the Olive Branch Chamber of Commerce, highlighting continued progress in reducing crime and holding violent offenders accountable,…...
Clinic offers Lipo-C injections at $35 a dose, says they boost energy and metabolism
9+ hour, 48+ min ago (81+ words) De Soto County News The clinic announced it is now offering Lipo-C injections, which it said can boost energy and support metabolism. The announcement said the injections are intended to help patients feel better from the inside out and to…...
BARTON: CRIME DOWN, ACCOUNTABILITY UP IN DESOTO COUNTY'STATE OF THE COUNTY ADDRESS
13+ hour, 42+ min ago (921+ words) Speaking before local leaders, business owners, educators, and law enforcement officials at Whispering Woods Conference Center, Barton made clear that public safety remains the cornerstone of a strong and growing community. "Crime and the success of a community go together,…...
Olive Branch opens 6, 652-square-foot animal shelter
16+ hour, 44+ min ago (154+ words) De Soto County News The City of Olive Branch held a grand opening Tuesday, April 7, 2026, for the new Olive Branch Animal Shelter, a 6, 652-square-foot facility at 6551 Polk Lane at the intersection with Silo Drive, the city said. Mayor Ken Adams,…...
Goodwin PC Services to host reception after joining Hernando Main Street Chamber
15+ hour, 47+ min ago (92+ words) De Soto County News Goodwin PC Services said it will host a reception April 9 to celebrate joining the Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce. The company said the event will include light refreshments, several giveaways and an opportunity for visitors…...
Olive Branch honors Center Hill girls powerlifting team after second-place state finish
15+ hour, 47+ min ago (108+ words) De Soto County News Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams and the Board of Aldermen recognized the Center Hill High School girls powerlifting team at a Board of Aldermen meeting after the team placed second in the state, De Soto County…...
Tru-Man Center of Hope to hold ribbon-cutting grand opening
16+ hour, 44+ min ago (118+ words) Tru-Man Center of Hope invited the public to a ribbon-cutting grand opening, the nonprofit said. The organization said it empowers young men with disabilities through music and the arts. It said its programs provide mentorship, education and hands-on production experience....