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🌱 Why Olive Branch now ranks as Mississippi’s number one boomtown
You won't want to miss Lake Cormorant vs Center Hill on the Olive Branch Patch calendar
Good morning Olive Branch! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why Olive Branch now ranks as Mississippi’s number one boomtown
Also on today's calendar: Olive Branch Conquistadors vs Lake Cormorant Gators and 5 more events.
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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Olive Branchfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy and cooler, with a high of 51 and low of 40 degrees.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 59, low: 31.
- Saturday: A brief shower or two, with a high of 52 and low of 20 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Olive Branch named Mississippi's top ‘Boomtown' amid rapid economic and population surge (desotocountynews.com) — Olive Branch has been named Mississippi’s top “boomtown,” reflecting rapid population growth, rising incomes, and a cost of living still below the national average. New data shows the city’s population has jumped nearly 33% since 2015, while per capita income climbed almost 47%, positioning Olive Branch as a strong choice for families and professionals considering a move. 
📸 Around Olive Branch
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Olive Branch
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★ Featured events ★
- Lake Cormorant vs Center Hill
Center Hill High School, 13250 Kirk Rd, Olive Branch
5:00 pm
Friday December 12
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Other local events
- Construction Stormwater Training
Olive Branch, MS Calendar , 6900 Highland St. , Olive Branch
8:30 am - Olive Branch Conquistadors vs Lake Cormorant Gators
Olive Branch High School , 9366 E Sandidge Rd , Olive Branch
6:00 pm - The Detectives and Olive Branch Country Club present
Olive Branch Country Club , 7558 Germantown Rd , Olive Branch
7:00 pm - Wreaths Across America
Olive Branch, MS Calendar Olive Branch, MS 38654
12:00 pm - Mu Iota Sigma Scholarship Fundraiser
Painting with a Twist , 5338 Goodman Rd Ste 107 , Olive Branch
2:30 pm - Fluorescent Christmas Tree | AGES 6+
Painting with a Twist , 5338 Goodman Rd Ste 107 , Olive Branch
3:00 pm - Huey’s- Olive Branch
Huey's Olive Branch , 8179 McGregor Xing Suite 200 , Olive Branch
7:00 pm
Friday December 12
Saturday December 13
Sunday December 14
Tuesday December 30
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Christmas Open House - 2024 (12/11)
Southaven Chamber of Commerce , 500 Main St , Southaven
4:30 pm - Frosted Heart
Painting with a Twist , 5338 Goodman Rd Ste 107 , Olive Branch
7:00 pm - Memphis Hustle vs. Osceola Magic
Landers Center , 4560 Venture Dr , Southaven
7:00 pm - ✨ Merry & Bright: Candle Pouring Experience
Coffee Central , 5627 Getwell Rd , Southaven
4:00 pm
Thursday December 11
Saturday December 13
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- this pup has been outside the chateau ridge neighborhood on the long curvy road for two days now.
i highly suggest you get your baby inside soon s/he spent last night outside in freezing temperatures and that road isn't known for safe drivers. i… (Nextdoor 3 Wishes Dr) - Does anyone recognize this kitty?
It has been coming by my house for about a week or so. Usually in the evening. I do have feral cat shelters out there but this kitty doesn’t stick… (Nextdoor Polk Road)
- Hyve Solutions posted a job opening for Manufacturing Lead (swing) in Olive Branch. Apply here.
- DSV Road Transport posted a job opening for Quality and Inventory Supervisor (Olive Branch, MS) in Olive Branch. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Olive Branch here.
🗞 Nearby News
Southaven
- Desoto County D.A. launches campaign to deter Memphis criminals (wreg.com)
Hernando
- DeSoto Co. Justice Court judge was driving drunk during arrest, court docs show (fox40jackson.com)
- Duling Hall 2026 calendar offers music, comedy. See schedule (clarionledger.com)
- DeSoto County DA launches billboard campaign aimed at keeping Memphis criminals out (fox13memphis.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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