The latest news from DeSoto County
26 July / 2022
Check out a few recent blog posts
From shopping guides to small business spotlights, our blog is a one-stop shop to help you stay in-the-know on all things DeSoto County. Below you’ll find a few of our recent blog posts. Happy reading!
Small Business Spotlight: Ultimate Gifts
If you’ve been searching for the perfect present or want to treat yourself, look no further than Ultimate Gifts in Southaven! The store, formally known as Ultimate Car Wash and Gifts, was founded in 2000 by Deb and Garnett West. In 2015, Lauren Norton purchased the store after having worked side-by-side with the West family for several years as a sales associate and manager.
The store moved to Silo Square in August 2020 and welcomed an extra 400-square-feet of retail space as a result. Known for brand favorites like Etta B Pottery, Tyler Candles and Charlie Southern, Ultimate Gifts truly caters to everyone’s needs. So, whether you need a gift for a baby shower, birthday, wedding or barbeque, Ultimate Gifts promises a personalized shopping experience that’ll make you feel right at home. Visit their website for store hours or to shop online. Click here to nominate a business for a future spotlight.
DeSoto County in the news
DeSoto County continues to be a role model for advancement in the Mid-South. Below are links to recent business news shared about our growing area.
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Olive Branch’s Mississippi Alehouse appeared on the cover of The Commercial Appeal earlier this month. The article highlighted the brewery’s fifth anniversary, its new Top of the ‘Sip pilsner and future expansion plans.
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The Memphis Business Journal and DeSoto Times Tribune both covered the economic impact and tourism boost of Southaven’s Dizzy Dean’s Baseball World Series. The tournament is expected to bring $2 million in direct spending into the local economy.
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Order up! DeSoto County News covered the grand opening of the first of two Whataburgers that opened in Southaven this month. This fast-food favorite saw a record number of hungry customers waiting in line on opening day, with the first customer receiving a year's worth of burgers.
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The DeSoto Times Tribune was at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Baptist Memorial Hospital-DeSoto. The $55 million, 87,000 square foot, three-story center will cater to urgent, primary and drive-up care.
Upcoming events
The City of Southaven is hosting Food Truck Fridays at two locations every Friday through September from 10 a.m. until dusk.
The Movie in the Park After Dark at Latimer Lakes closes out its series on July 23 with a screening of Sing 2.
Horn Lake is hosting the free family event National Night Out and Touch a Truck on July 30. Your little ones can enjoy riding on a firetruck and a kids play zone.
Grab your friends and head to Silo Square for their Sip, Shop, and Stroll event on Aug. 4. The fun continues monthly through December.
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