TechByte (Prime Big Deal Days) – 10/06/23
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MSU College of Forest Resources hosts Discovery Day for area students
Catfish is the largest single aquaculture species in the United States, and 60% of the aquaculture production is raised in the state.
Catfish is the largest single aquaculture species in the United States, and 60% of the aquaculture production is raised in the state.
Aberdeen School District celebrates academic achievements
A district wide pep rally honored students, teachers and schools making the grade
The entire Aberdeen School District turned out for a celebration, marking the district’s latest academic ranking by the Mississippi Department of Education.
Propst park plans to revitalize appear to be on hold
Plans to revitalize Propst Park in Columbus appear to be on hold at least for now. This summer the city council voted to borrow $3 million for park improvements.
Columbus man faces charges in connection with August MSU bomb threat
A Columbus man is facing charges in connection with a bomb threat on the Mississippi State University campus in August.
Tupelo police investigate accident that killed pedestrian
Tupelo police are investigating an accident that killed a pedestrian. The victim was hit by a Volkswagen Jetta around 9 p.m. Thursday in the area of West Main Street and Broadway.
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Law enforcement agency reflects on dangers of domestic-related calls
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States, and over 16,000 of those end in a fatality.
Green Cup District: How some local businesses are taking part
It’s been almost a month since the Green Cup District went into effect in the downtown area of Columbus meaning citizens can sip and stroll through the city with an alcoholic beverage in their cup.
Area principal takes issue with MDE school grading system
Calls for overhaul and accountability in practices and policies
The principal of the Dorsey Attendance Center is taking to social media to refute the most recent school ranking from the Mississippi Department of Education.
Up to regulation: Area fire stations do annual pump testing
All fire stations are required to do so by the state of Mississippi.
Some area fire stations are doing their annual pump testing to make sure gear is up to standards. All fire stations are required to do so by the state of Mississippi.
Federal judges select new congressional lines for Alabama
Federal judges selected new congressional lines for Alabama to give the state a second district where Black voters comprise a substantial portion of the voter base.
16th Judicial District DA stresses caseload size judges deal with
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The district attorney for the 16th Judicial District of Mississippi, Scott Colom, stressed the large caseload judges are dealing with. He said currently, there are over 250 cases spread amongst three judges in Lowndes County. Colom shares his process moving forward to handle a large number of cases. “I always prioritize prosecuting the violent crimes because…
Faith & Blue: Event aims to bring law enforcement, communities together
Law officers and the people they serve will have an opportunity to come together this weekend. It’s called Faith and Blue.
Tornado aftermath: Monroe County community joins forces for answers
Group consists of individuals, businesses and churches to help the long term recovery process
It has been more than six months since a deadly tornado hit Monroe County. Hundreds of homes in Amory were destroyed or received heavy damage.
Starkville Veterans Day Parade – (10/05/23)
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Kayla Gilmore and John Turner are here to speak with Eric about the upcoming Starkville Veterans Day Parade. Sit in and listen so you will know when, where, and how to attend! Categories: Featured, Local News, Sunrise & Midday Guests Tags: Starkville Veterans Day Parade
Woman sustains injuries in Tupelo shooting; Investigation ongoing
A woman was hospitalized after a shooting Wednesday evening. Police arrived at South Feemster Lake Road shortly before 7 p.m. for a shooting.
Lamar County football team honors band from the stands
Many may see the high school band as a way to raise morale and help march the team to victory. However, after Lamar County’s homecoming victory, the football team decided to honor the band by cheering them on from the stands.
Emergency alerts provide important information for staying safe
Tornado sirens sounded all over the state this morning to make sure emergency equipment is up to par when it’s needed.
Oktibbeha County NAACP to host candidate forum
Oktibbeha County voters will soon be able to hear from local and state candidates. The Oktibbeha County NAACP is hosting a forum to allow voters to ask questions.
One fire station in Starkville remains closed because of funding
There are five fire stations in Starkville, but only four are in working operation. Since opening in 2010, Fire Station 5 has struggled to stay open full-time.
Next To Nature (Pine Cone) – 10/04/2023
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Local leaders visit Columbus Middle for school’s first intersession
Some Columbus students got a chance to meet local professionals and earn a little bit of work experience. Students were able to participate in a mock trial and debate and sit in the driver’s seat of a fire truck.
Quality Beverage unveils expansion plans in Lowndes County
Quality Beverage is expanding in Lowndes County with a more than $10 million investment. The new operations will also create 31 new jobs.