EMCC celebrates Black History Month through music and poetry
East Mississippi Community College celebrates Black History with “A Tour of Black Voices in American History”.
Local writer directs play to encourage the community
Vanessa Walker, a Columbus native, uplifts the community with her play “Encourage Yourself.”
A shooting at a Starkville hotel parking lot leaves two people dead
Two people are dead after a shooting in the parking lot of a Starkville hotel.
Mobile home fire leaves one child dead in Attala Co.
A child was killed on Thursday morning, February 20, in an Attala County mobile home fire.
Governor Ivey reminds Alabama citizens of upcoming weather tax
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey is reminding Alabamians about the upcoming Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday.
Police make an arrest for possession of burglary tools in Columbus
According to the Columbus Police Department, officers responded to the Comfort Inn and Suites area regarding suspicious activity on the night of February 13.
Aberdeen man pleads guilty to illegal drug distribution
An Aberdeen man was sentenced Wednesday, February 18, to 140 months in prison for distribution of methamphetamine.
Transplant recipient focuses on her health
Angie Basson, transplant recipient, attends Columbus YMCA’s health talk about diabetes.
Federal grant for upgrades at airport now on hold in Columbus
A federal grant meant to fund upgrades at the Columbus-Lowndes County Airport is now on hold.
Global Halal Market brings halal food to the Golden Triangle
The next closest halal market is two hours away, making it unreachable for people in the Golden Triangle, especially international students.
The next closest halal market is two hours away, making it unreachable for people in the Golden Triangle, especially international students.
Tupelo weathers second snow day in less than two months
City puts plans into place to deal with winter weather, while Salvation Army provides refuge from the cold
As the snow and temperatures fell, Charlie Duke Stone sought refuge from the cold inside the Salvation Army’s Community Center.
Next to Nature (Turkey Season) – 02/19/2025
Turkey season is less than a month away for hunters in Mississippi. In this week’s Next to Nature, Dr. Long explains why now is the time to prepare and why turkey hunters can keep a secret.
Columbus City Council discusses contract for new Legislative Lobbyist
The Columbus City Council is taking a beat before they sign off on a new contract with their legislative lobbyists.
City Council approves resolution for MSMS to remain at MUW
At a meeting on February 18, the council approved a resolution, introduced by Ward 5 Councilman Stephen Jones, declaring the city’s support for keeping MSMS on the Mississippi University for Women campus.
Flu numbers remain high across the state of Mississippi
The Mississippi State Department of Health reports the latest numbers show a 7.9% rate of patients at medical facilities with flu-like symptoms.
Boil Water Notice issued for Hamilton, MS.
The Hamilton Water Association has issued a boil water notice for customers in the Lackey area West of Highway 45.
Girls powerlifting is proving popular at Saltillo High School
Eight team members will head to North Half Meet as interest in the sport soars
This is the largest group of female powerlifters Saltillo has taken to the North Half. The workouts are tough, and the training for the competitions stresses not only weightlifting, but also discipline.
Road paving project close to completion in Columbus
The Columbus road-paving project is about 75%-80% complete.
Shelter open for the community against cold weather in Columbus
In Columbus, the Emergency Hope Crisis Response Network, a partnership of the city, the Homeless Coalition, the United Way, and Genesis Church is stepping in to help out.
MUW’s Music Therapy Clinic hosts Little Music Makers
For Carmen Osburn, Musical Therapy is a passion she loves to share with others. One of her favorite parts is the Little Music Makers group.
MSMS Alumni weigh-in on the possible relocation for the school
MSU and Mississippi University from Women are working on proposals for the state Department of Education to house the school.
MS Municipal Primaries: first day to vote by absentee ballot
Today is the first day to vote by absentee ballot in Mississippi’s municipal primaries.
Two people arrested on sexual battery charges in Lafayette Co.
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office investigated a walk-in report of a past sexual battery and molestation of a child.
Road closed due to bridge repair in Lowndes Co.
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is working on a long-term fix to repair a Lowndes County bridge.