Mississippi news: Gulf odds reach 90% as Saturday flood threat emerges
October 6 morning: Gulf formation odds reach 90%, Saturday inland flood outlook, active boating advisory, Hernando detours, Madison events and new absentee totals.
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Mississippi news: Oxford overdose response, rain outlook and Miller Road reopening
October 1 morning: Oxford police report a person revived after a suspected overdose; regional rain forecasts sharpen, MDA leadership changes and Miller Road reopens.
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Miller Road bridge over U.S. 78 in DeSoto County reopens
The Miller Road bridge over U.S. 78 in DeSoto County has reopened after MDOT bridge repair work along Highway 78.
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DeSoto County announces 2026 general election and registration deadlines
DeSoto County Government listed the 2026 general election and voter registration deadlines and directed residents to election information online.
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MDOT secures $44 million federal grant for DeSoto County road improvements
MDOT secured a $44 million federal grant for road improvements in DeSoto County, according to the county government.
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Craft Road bridge over U.S. 78 reopens in DeSoto County
The Craft Road bridge over U.S. 78 in DeSoto County has reopened; the Miller Road bridge is scheduled to reopen by Friday evening.
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DeSoto County offers free cleanup kits ahead of Fall Cleanup
DeSoto County Solid Waste is offering free cleanup kits with supplies for residents ahead of Fall Cleanup, scheduled for October 10–18.
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Five graduate from Northwest Mississippi Community College paramedic program
Five graduates of Northwest Mississippi Community College’s paramedic program are joining DeSoto County’s emergency medical services staff.
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Hernando Main Street Chamber welcomes Patrick Works Marketing
The Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce welcomed Patrick Works Marketing, founded by Hernando resident Patrick Collins.
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Mississippi news: Heat advisory expands, DeSoto ozone concern and Olive Branch phones restored
Saturday morning Mississippi news: heat advisory expands to 21 more counties, DeSoto ozone forecast, Olive Branch phones restored, education updates and Riverfest preparations.
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