DESOTO COUNTY - DeSoto County has been allocated a $297,000 federal Enviromental Protection Agency grant that will be used to evaluate the county's energy efficiency at its buildings and facilities, DeSoto County Director of Administrative Services Vanessa Lynchard said Monday.

Welcome to DeSoto County

Bordered by Tennessee to the North, we are truly at the top of Mississippi. The mighty Mississippi River and rich Delta farmland accent DeSoto County's Western border, while industrial growth and community development thrive all over the county. Arkabutla Lake, and the Coldwater River to the South, offer outstanding recreational benefits to our residents and visitors alike. While our unique location provides almost unlimited possibilities, it is our people that are making them a reality. DeSoto County enjoys the benefits of growth while maintaining it's rich heritage of hometown hospitality and community spirit.

Who is DeSoto County?

We are a unique blend of a metropolitan market mixed with traditional rural life. DeSoto County has grown into a destination county for individuals, families and corporations. So, it's no surprise that DeSoto County continues to be one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. Our population topped 154,000 in 2008, marking a 44 percent increase from 2000.

DeSoto County provides plenty of things to do, but if you get bored you don't have to go far to be entertained. Memphis and Tunica are less than a 20 minute drive away. This metropolitan area has everything for everyone. Locally, the DeSoto Civic Center is the premier northwest Mississippi venue for concerts, live children's shows, sporting events, and conferences.