Dachshund Derby – 05/03/04
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Department of Justice pushes to reclassify marijuana
A major shift may be moving in on US drug policies. The DOJ is pushing to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule 1 narcotic to a Schedule 3.
No profits for prescriptions: Independent pharmacies raise concerns
The goal of every business is to make money. Now, some independent pharmacies are finding themselves in the red.
Annual Catfish Roundup kicks off in Lowndes County
It was a warm and perfect day to go out on the lake for the annual Catfish Roundup. VFW Post 4272 partners with Golden Triangle Outdoors for the two-day event that kicked off Thursday morning.
Video: Pro-Palestinian protest faces counter-protest at Ole Miss
A pro-Palestinian protest was held on the Ole Miss campus with a raucous counter-protest. More than two dozen protesters filled a cordoned-off area with signs of “Free Palestine” and yelled chants.
CMSD announces plans to ‘repurpose’ Franklin, Fairview schools
Some historic changes are coming to some historic schools in the Columbus Municipal School District. Part of the district’s new strategic plan calls for the repurposing of Franklin Academy and Fairview Elementary.
Poll workers for Columbus city elections could see pay raise
Election workers in Columbus could be getting a pay raise in time for the upcoming school bond vote.
Crowd gathers in Columbus for National Day of Prayer
Prayers for our world and our neighbors echoed on the Lowndes County Courthouse lawn. Hundreds were there to partake in the National Day of Prayer events.
Next To Nature (Trifoliate Orange) – 05/01/2024
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High grocery costs have many seeking alternative options
Many families are sourcing their produce from local farms to combat rising prices at the store
If you have been to the grocery store lately, you know you are spending more money on the basics. However, some people are choosing to source their groceries locally to eat healthy, and save money.
MDOT construction: Traffic hits brakes on Highway 82 – Here’s why
Construction on Highway 82 has raised a popular question among drivers and passengers alike over the past few days: Why can’t the work be done at night?
CPD partners with Slim Chickens to raise money for good cause
The Columbus Police Department has joined forces with Slim Chickens to raise money for a good cause.
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile rolls into Starkville
“Oh, I wish I were an…” Well, today you had your chance. And you’re welcome for getting that song stuck in your head.
Man involved in officer-involved shooting faces new charges
The man who was shot by a Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy Monday evening is now facing a new felony charge.
Amory High School builds back stronger than before
Amory’s school superintendent, Brian Jones, said the campus that had the most damage was the high school. The gym and athletic complexes took a hit and the school building needs to be reroofed which they’re looking to do this summer.
Houston police search for park vandals
A kid’s park in Houston has been vandalized and police are looking for who did it. HPD shared photos on its Facebook page.
Southern Drugs Pharmacy plans to close its doors
A long-time Columbus pharmacy will soon shut its doors. Southern Drugs, on Main Street, will go out of business on May 10.
Market Street Music – 05/01/24
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Market Street Festival – 04/30/24
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West Point students participate in Financial Literacy Art Contest
Mixing money and art. That was the goal of a special competition at West Point High School. The business technology teacher received a grant to host the first-ever Financial Literacy Art Contest.
HB 691 could create board to oversee investigations of law officers
A new board could oversee investigations of law enforcement accused of wrongdoing. House Bill 691 is headed to Governor Tate Reeves.
MBI takes over officer-involved shooting case near Nettleton
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has taken over a shooting case from Monroe County. As we first reported last night the officer-involved shooting near Nettleton injured one person.
From local beginnings: How Market Street Festival began
WCBI explores how one of the largest festivals in the south planted its roots and how it’s evolved into the community staple it is today.
Local sober living home helps people transition back to life
In Lowndes County, Crossroads Sober Living Home helps people overcome substance abuse and learn how to transition back into a life that no longer includes drugs or alcohol.