John David Wheeler

Illegal Drug Sales Disguised as Legal Products in Stores

A statewide ban could cut sales at local smoke shops and kratom retailers, while shifting enforcement costs to state and local agencies.

Property Maintenance Code Enforcement

The city's goal is owner-funded removal, not city-paid demolition.

xAI Data Center Noise Concerns

xAI's subsidiary will spend $3.46 million on State Line Road improvements, and the mayor projects over $20 million a year in new general fund revenue from the development.

Police Fleet Renewal — 16 Dodge Durangos

$413,270 out of the police department's budget.

data center approval

The city could see more tax revenue and jobs, but residents may end up paying more or dealing with strained power and infrastructure.

citizen opposition to Elon Musk company

The financial details aren’t clear from this snippet, but the loss could mean residents bear local costs while the company captures the benefits.

xAI facility public meeting controversy

The project could bring tax revenue and jobs, but residents will want to know what incentives, infrastructure costs, and long-term expenses the city might take on.

state legislative session outcomes

If the session really delivered, Southaven could see extra state money or cost-saving rules—but no dollar figures are attached yet.

noise complaints

The city could face new monitoring and enforcement costs, while xAI may have to pay for noise controls or permit compliance.

gas turbine power plant opposition

Taxpayers could end up covering oversight and health costs while xAI gets the power—and nearby home values may slide.

public meeting controversy

The city could see new tax revenue and jobs, but any incentives or infrastructure costs could shift money and risk onto residents—details aren't clear yet.

SPD Human Trafficking Task Force MOU with Mississippi Attorney General

SPD Human Trafficking Task Force MOU with Mississippi Attorney General