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Itawamba Jail serves taxpayer savings and inmates benefits with garden
Jail garden expands this year with help from City of Fulton
Taxpayers in Itawamba County will get some relief when it comes to the cost for inmate meals at the jail. The county’s jail garden has been planted and is being worked by inmates.
Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office reveals crime on the decline
It’s a phrase Lowndes Sheriff Eddie Hawkins has heard over and over. Now, he’s using statistics to prove another story.
Columbus man discusses importance of preserving history within homes
For Joe Beckett, preserving history has always been a passion, even as a child. In the 1980s, he came to Columbus and fell in love with the historic homes throughout the city.
Culinary Arts – 05/08/25
Today on Mid-morning, Kealy talks with Chef Jakiero about the culinary program.
Adult Education – 05/08/25
Today on Mid-morning, Kealy talks to Dee Mazahreh about adult education.
Starkville city leaders plan to repurpose old railroad for recreation
Starkville City leaders are all aboard for a new “Rail to Trail” project that would transform an unused railroad into a 38-mile recreational path.
Columbus Crime Center plans to request federal funding to MS delegation
Columbus city leaders are hoping Federal money can help them fight crime.
Explosion occurs at Hunt Oil Refinery in Tuscaloosa
Our news partner, WVUA in Tuscaloosa, reports that the explosion happened just before noon at the Hunt Oil Refinery in West Tuscaloosa.
Tupelo teacher is also a lifesaver for a student
Holly Allgood donated part of her liver to student born with a rare metabolic condition
A Tupelo pre K teacher is a lifesaver, after donating part of her liver to one of her students with a rare metabolic disorder.
4 County Crew Members clean up power lines at Slip and Dip
It has been a busy day for 4 county electric power association crew members.
NEXT TO NATURE (Thistle) – 05/07/2025
In this week’s Next to Nature, we learn about one of those thorny weeds and what makes it so unique.
West Lowndes student hopes to brighten visitors’ spirits at BMH
Dustin Smith said he knows the hospital can sometimes be a somber place. So, he decided to create something to help brighten the day for visitors and patients.
West Alabama man dies after being shot during an argument
A West Alabama man shot during an argument dies at a Columbus hospital.
CPD praised by US Department of Justice for drop in violent crime
The Columbus Police Department is getting praise from the U.S. Department of Justice for a significant drop in violent crime.
Proposed Washington D.C. trip raises debate in Columbus meeting
The timing for a proposed trip to Washington D.C. caused considerable debate during May 6’s Columbus City Council meeting.
Grenada man arrested at a hospital for aggravated assault
A Grenada County man makes a trip to the hospital, and then a trip to jail after an argument leads to gunfire.
Mayor Henley takes early resignation from office in Brooksville
The Mayor of Brooksville is taking an early exit from office and has resigned.
Cattleman Stake Rodeo – 05/07/25
Also on Mid-morning, Kealy talks with Josh Tilley and Jimmy about The upcoming Cattle Stake Rodeo.
Freedom Trail Marker Interview – 05/07/25
Today, on Mid-morning, Kealy talks with Chuck Yarborough and Kabir Karriem about the upcoming New Freedom Trail Marker.
Local marksmen take aim to raise money for scouts
The Col. Tom Kelly Legends of the Spring Clay Shoot will be at Camp Seminole near Starkville on Saturday, May 10. Check-in will be at 8 a.m. You can sign up on site, and there is plenty of room for extra teams.
Nurses recognized at Itawamba Community College
Throughout this week, at Itawamba Community College, nurses are being honored for their vital role in the healthcare system.
MDWFP informs the public about having fishing license
Every angler in the state between the ages of 16-64 is required to have a fishing license before they set their hooks.