The DeSoto County Tourism blog features content readers of all kinds will enjoy. We highlight everything from kid-friendly activities to must-visit restaurants and sweet shops, and everything in between. Here are some of our most recent posts.
- Five places to enjoy brunch in DeSoto County
- Where to get married in DeSoto County
- Spring festivals in DeSoto County
- 3 tips for grillmasters to make the best ribs
There's nothing better than fresh honey straight from the hive, especially when that hive is managed by a local. Pigeon Roost Apiary located in Old Towne Olive Branch is your go-to for some of the best award-winning honey you’ve ever tasted. Owner Jennifer Lane-Watson loves her business and the people with whom she interacts every day.
"Our favorite part of owning our business is when someone tells us how much they love our honey or that they received it as a gift. Those comments make all the hard work and the bee stings worth it.” Honey season will be here soon, and now you know who to buy from! Visit their Facebook page for more information.
There's always something going on in DeSoto County. Below are just a few snippets of the good news various media outlets have shared as of late.
- The Memphis Business Journal highlighted a new, unique dessert establishment at Silo Square called Vampire Penguin.
- Mixed-use developments, such as Silo Square in Southaven, prove to be worth the investment, according to the data found in this Commercial Appeal piece.
- DeSoto County is looking spick and span after volunteers participated in massive community-wide cleanup days noted in this Daily Memphian article.
- The Commercial Appeal discussed how youth baseball has impacted our area greatly over the years.
Upcoming events
Whiskey Myers is coming to Landers Center! Enjoy some rock/country music with friends on Saturday, May 7. Buy your tickets here.
A'Fair in Hernando is set for May 21 and features dozens of vendors selling their creations. Think pottery, jewelry, crafts, photography and paintings.
If you take a few photos while out and about in DeSoto County, we encourage you to share them with us by tagging our account or sending a direct message. There’s a chance we might feature what you provide on our pages or in an advertisement in the future. And, be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to be the first to know about area happenings, new blog posts, local business updates, giveaways and more.
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