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Advocates call to halt execution of Memphis man

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Sat, 9 May 2026 12:34:03 -0500

Community leaders and legal advocates are fighting against the scheduled execution of a 59-year-old Memphis man.

Navigating the new map: How to find your Congressional district

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Fri, 8 May 2026 14:57:57 -0500

A new Tennessee Congressional map has left many Memphians wondering what district they’re in, but the Tennessee Comptroller now has resources.

Protesters block entrance to xAI's Memphis data center

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Fri, 1 May 2026 17:30:32 -0500

Demonstrators outside xAI’s Colossus I data center in Southwest Memphis voice concerns about air pollution in the area.

A shrimp-ly amazing journey: 2 Crazy Fellas opening second location

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:19:51 -0500

The upcoming expansion marks a major milestone for a business that, according to the company’s website, began quite literally with a sack of oysters and the sudden onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Disaster-assistance center for ice storm victims opens in Nesbit

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:29:34 -0500

DeSoto County residents who suffered damage during the winter storms of late January have a spot in Nesbit to find help with their recovery.

Hernando Farmers Market kicks off season

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:00:12 -0500

The Hernando Farmers Market kicks off this Saturday, marking the start of a 27-week run with produce and locally produced crops.

Building memories: Brick Convention returns to Landers Center

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:58:24 -0500

A Lego-themed convention this weekend in Southaven will feature various brick-built creations, special guests and interactive fun for all ages.

Southaven Springfest kicks off at Snowden Grove Park

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:05:40 -0500

A rite of the season: Southaven is holding its Springfest this week through Saturday with rides, concessions and the aromatic draw of the annual barbecue contest.

DeSoto County district attorney reflects on time in office, outlines plan to speed up court cases

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:04:55 -0500

Desoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton says he is making strides in cutting crime, and intends to continue to serve as the county’s top prosecutor.

DeSoto County Dream Center expands reach with new Olive Branch campus

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:00:06 -0500

With expanded needs in Desoto County, Dream Center is expanding its operation to the eastern side of the county in the Olive Branch community.

The verdict is in: The Docket brings legal-themed dining and unique flavors to Hernando

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:13:14 -0500

With the nearby courthouse and law offices circling the DeSoto County square in Hernando, The Docket seemed like a valid name for a new restaurant, even though the owners have a medical background.

In with a bang: How a missed Topgolf opportunity became a Southaven pickleball hub

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:00:04 -0500

When a local group missed out on Topgolf coming to DeSoto County, they decided to switch to pickleball with the same recipe -- the sport to go with meeting rooms, restaurant and a trio of bars.

Tanger Outlets launches sneaker-recycling program for Earth Day

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:36:43 -0500

A recycling drive at the Tanger Outlets in Southaven will take donated sneakers and transform them into things like soft play surfaces.

Houston, we have a Hernando native: Matthew Ramsey is NASA’s Artemis II mission manager

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:38:10 -0500

Matthew Ramsey is managing the Artemis II mission, but his roots are in DeSoto County where he played sports and learned from STEM programs at Hernando High.

DeSoto County district attorney highlights plunging crime rates, stiff penalties at chamber luncheon

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 13:52:28 -0500

DeSoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton highlighted lower crime statistics in his State of the County address.

When disaster strikes, these hard-working people who get paid nothing answer the call in DeSoto County

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Sun, 5 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0500

In DeSoto County, joining the local Search and Rescue unit means logging thousands of training hours, swimming miles in open water and responding to traumatic scenes at a moment’s notice.

Olive Branch retail strip gets facelift as nearby developments boom

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:00:12 -0500

With a nearby developments and improvements to a major intersection, the Mid South Center in Olive Branch is aimed at providing new businesses.

Pro hockey returning to Mid-South with new team at Landers Center

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:43:37 -0500

After the departure of the Riverkings in 2018, ice hockey is returning to the Mid-South this fall with a new franchise in the Federal Prospects Hockey League.

After discovering $2.6M deficit, Hernando approves forensic audit

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:00:07 -0500

“I’m stating unequivocally that I made some large mistakes in budgeting,” Hernando Mayor Chip Johnson said.

Playing their cards right: American Contract Bridge League opens public gaming hub at local headquarters

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 15:49:45 -0500

The American Contract Bridge League, based in Horn Lake, is opening The Game Table, where visitors can play bridge, spades, mahjong, and various other card and board games.