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Hello Desoto County! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Bridge repair lane closures, a character breakfast, and a reptile expo + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Voting rights battle intensifies: Civil rights groups moved this week to intervene in a lawsuit challenging DeSoto County’s majority-Black judicial subdistrict. A federal judge will hear arguments today on blocking the map -- read the full court update.
Roadwork affects local travel: MDOT began Highway 78 bridge repairs Monday, with lane closures through mid August. Work includes Craft Road bridge, Highway 305 overpasses and Miller Road bridge. Olive Branch officials urge caution -- read the full story.
Popular chain expands locally: Connie's Chicken will open its first Memphis-area spot in Olive Branch on Goodman Road near PetSuites, bringing house-made tenders, chicken biscuits, liver snacks, and blueberry doughnuts to Olive Branch -- read the full story.
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The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Make your home comfy: Whether your sofa has seen one too many game nights or your back is begging for a new mattress, Classic Home Furniture & Mattress has a deep selection across every room, locally owned since 1988 here in Southaven. Lots in stock to take home, quick shipping, plus customizable pieces from brands like England.
Summer fun, sorted: Horn Lake Parks & Recreation has In the Park After Dark movie nights, Wet & Wild Wednesdays, and the kind of community events that make weeknights feel like weekends, plus youth baseball, basketball, and flag football, and adult kickball, softball, and tennis. Grab a friend, go play.
Dinner, solved locally: When work runs late and the kids are circling the pantry like sharks, Nikki's Home Cooked Delights comes through with hearty home-style plates and meal-prep options that taste like Sunday at grandma's. Put it on your this-week list, zero fuss and real food from a neighbor who knows their skillet.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Once your car passes 50,000 miles, the odds of a big repair climb fast. That's usually right when your factory coverage starts running out. Engine, transmission, electrical, they fail on their own timeline, and the bills run into the thousands. An extended warranty covers them before they hit. You receive a free year of Elite Benefits, plus 30 days to change your mind. *$300 off right now →
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The fitness trend that doesn't require leaving your living room: Chair yoga is having a moment, and for good reason. It's low-impact, easy on the knees and back, and you do the whole thing seated. No floor, no equipment, no studio. A quick quiz turns it into a personalized plan built around your body and goals, then adjusts as you build the habit. *See your plan → |
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🪓 Axe Throwing - Open to the Public @ Ash’s Irish Pub (Olive Branch) | Thursday (7/23) at 6:00 PM – Grab your sensible shoes and head to Ash’s Irish Pub in Old Town Olive Branch, where every Thursday means axe throwing, a pint, and proving hand-eye coordination still lives. Ten bucks covers free play, kids 10 and up can join, grown-ups keep bragging rights.
🍳 Character Breakfast @ Olive Branch High School | Saturday (7/25) at 9:00 AM – If you need one last bribe before school starts, this bash serves pancakes, photo ops with princesses and superheroes, and permission for kids and grown-ups to wear costumes. It is their first Character Breakfast, spots are limited, and yes, coffee counts as a side.
🐍 Memphis Reptile Expo @ Pipkin Building | Saturday (7/25) at 9:00 AM – Trade Beale Street riffs for reptile hiss at the Memphis Reptile Expo, an indoor safari with snakes, lizards, amphibians, inverts, and supplies. Chat up top breeders, browse without adopting, or let the grandkids gawk while you enjoy AC, your call, no judgment.
🧒 Children's Day @ Hernando Farmers Market | Saturday (7/25) at 10:00 AM – Children's Day brings the Hernando Farmers Market to kid level, turning your grocery run into entertainment. The first 100 score a free book and a $5 POP Buck, plus hands-on activities, and special guests. You shop in peace, they spend big on blueberries.
🎉 South Branch Summer Bash @ South Branch Library (Memphis) | Saturday (7/25) at 10:00 AM – Summer vacation is on its victory lap, so the South Branch is throwing a bash with face painting, balloon animals, Mister Softee, and info from local organizations, like a block party for grownups. Perfect for kids, grandkids, and anyone with a tolerance for sprinkles.
⚽ Holland Camp @ Hernando Soccer Complex | Monday (7/27) at 8:30 AM – Got a kid who jukes the dog in the hallway? Hernando Soccer Complex hosts a World Cup camp with age groups, skill work on dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and a Dutch focus on ball mastery. You get a breather, they get confidence and footwork.
🐾 Adoption Event @ Hollywood Feed (Olive Branch) | Saturday (8/8) at 12:00 PM – Whether you are dogless or just pretending you are not a sucker for puppy eyes, swing by Hollywood Feed in Olive Branch to meet adoptable dogs. Chat about fostering, monthly microchip clinics, and low-cost spay or neuter options, then practice your willpower.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Desoto County report Weather forecastToday — High: 91°F — Low: 71°F — Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 91. North northeast wind 10 to 15 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 71. North northeast wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 88°F — Low: 69°F — Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 88. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. Northeast wind 5 to 15 mph. This house is wildThis 3-year-old, 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the Lake Cormorant/Walls school district sits on a roomy 0.64-acre lot with serious curb appeal. Inside, soaring ceilings, a bright open layout, stainless appliances, and a large island shine. A screened porch, split floor plan, formal dining room, and office-ready sitting room round out the appeal.
Take a peek inside → |
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