DeSoto County Tourism’s *new* newsletter
21 Jan / 2022
Welcome to our *new* newsletter!
As the experts on all things DeSoto County, it is our job to give locals and visitors alike an immersive, beyond-the-ordinary experience. How do we do this? By promoting the unique attractions, history and charm our region offers in a variety of ways, like through this newsletter! We’ll share relevant news articles, small business updates, upcoming events and more on a monthly basis with our contact list via email. Know someone who wants to receive future communications from us? Have them complete this contact form. All newsletters can also be viewed in PDF format on the Blog page of our website.
Speaking of the News page… it also serves as the host for blog posts. We can’t wait to use this new platform to let you know about the goings-on in DeSoto County. Check out what we’ve posted so far, and let us know if you have an idea for a future piece.
Small Business Spotlight: Beans & Leaves
Meet the Leblancs. They’re the masterminds behind the newly opened Beans & Leaves at Silo Square that serves up coffee, tea, pastries and gelato. The LeBlancs come to DeSoto County by way of Connecticut and Arkansas, and Beans & Leaves is certainly a family affair. One child is a barista at the shop, while another crunches the small business’ numbers. Next time you’re at Silo Square, stop by to tell the Leblancs hello, and to enjoy a beverage and sweet treat, of course!
Click here to submit a Small Business Spotlight nomination.
DeSoto County in the news
Small business growth can be seen across DeSoto County, and the media is taking note!
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DeSoto Times-Tribune reported Southaven continues to see year-over-year increases in sales tax collected, bringing in $1,638,497 for fiscal year 2022.
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Olive Branch becomes the second largest city in the state geographically after acquiring more square miles through annexation, as reported by The Daily Memphian.
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DeSoto Times-Tribune reported that Southaven’s Board of Aldermen approved spending $9.8 million to add nearly 6,000 more seats, and bathrooms and concession facilities to BankPlus Amphitheater at Snowden Grove.
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Hotels abound in DeSoto County, including the 92-room Avid Southaven highlighted in this Memphis Business Journal article.
Upcoming events
Landers Center has many events on the horizon! Purchase tickets to see Riley Green in concert, the Harlem Globetrotters and Memphis Hustle on the hardwood, or the men’s and women’s Memphis Americans teams in action by visiting www.landerscenter.com.
Gear up for Galentine’s Day by reserving your spot in Lauren Cookston's Charcuterie Class on Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. For $75, you’ll learn how to create and serve an amazing charcuterie board.
Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its annual Chocolate Tour set for Feb. 12! Stay tuned for details on which local shops will have special deals and offerings on chocolate goodies.
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