Mid-Morning (Civil War Studies Event) – 09/29/25
On today’s Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Dr. Susannah Ural about the upcoming Civil War Studies event.
Columbus Arts Council hosts special panel in memory of Emmett Till
The Columbus Arts Council hosted a special panel to honor the memory of Emmett Till.
Barrel racing community comes together for Sherri Surman
Sherri Surman has given her all to the Pontotoc barrel racing community. Now, they're giving back to her as she battles cancer.
Sherri Surman has given her all to the Pontotoc barrel racing community. Now, they’re giving back to her as she battles cancer.
Annual flywheel Festival event begins in Houston
A festival that started from a gathering of antique engine enthusiasts has grown into an event that offers something for all ages. Allie Martin was at Houston’s Joe Brigance Park as the Fall Flywheel Festival kicked off.
“To take or not to take?”: that is the question pregnant women face
Columbus OB-GYN Dr. Pam Lacy believes “Tylenol is still a safe product.”
North MS School Districts receive new vans for off-campus activities
Gulf States Toyota announced the donation of 12 Toyota Sienna vans to the Lee County and Pontotoc City School Districts.
Two former Noxubee Co. officials arrested for alleged fund embezzlement
Two former officials in Noxubee County have been arrested for allegedly embezzling funds.
Joint operation in Lowndes County leads to 9 arrests
A joint operation between the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office STING Unit and a number of state and Federal agencies led to the arrests of 9 people.
Boonville man faces burglary charges in Prentiss Co.
A Booneville man is facing charges for allegedly taking things that don’t belong to him.
Applications open for the upcoming Christmas Parade in Columbus
Applications are now open for this year’s Christmas parade, with the theme “Christmas in Paradise .”
Police investigate a potential threat at Louisville High School
Increased law enforcement is on the Louisville High School campus after a potential threat.
New police chief is no stranger to the position for Shannon
Anthony Rogers retired in May, and is back in the police chief's spot in Shannon
There is a new chief for the police department in Shannon, but he is a familiar face to the area.
Starkville High is moving to MSU
Mississippi State University and Starkville Oktibbeha School District signed a memorandum of understanding for a new high school on MSU’s campus on Thursday, September 25.
Community gains a new but familiar chief for the Shannon Police Department
There is a new chief for the police department in Shannon, but he is a familiar face to the area.
MSMS Alumnus selected to receive USS Navy Admiral James Stockdale leadership award
An MSMS alumnus has been selected to receive the U.S. Navy’s Vice Admiral James Stockdale Leadership Award.
Local blood donation centers puts out call for blood donors
Vitalant was involved in campaigns to raise awareness about the need for blood for sickle cell patients, and also for childhood cancer month.
Columbus MERIT students learn what it takes to start a business
Students in the MERIT gifted program have been learning about what it takes to start their own business.
Gordo vs Pickens County rivalry game cancelled due to concerning post
For the first time in 100 years, the rivalry game known as the “8 Mile War” between Gordo High School and Pickens County High School has been cancelled.
Free Wi-Fi now available in Downtown Starkville
Starkville and its partners cut the ribbon to celebrate the new free Wi-Fi on Wednesday, September 24.
New book selected for community-wide program Tupelo Reads
The next selection for a community-wide program that promotes literacy and the love of reading is announced for Tupelo.
Next to Nature (Ammo Inspection) – 09/24/2025
Join Joey Barnes and Dr. Long as they discuss the proper way to inspect ammunition on this week’s Next to Nature.
Students stand for their faith during See You at the Pole
Tupelo High School students say the annual event encourages them and compels them to be bolder about their Christian faith
Students from across the area met on their school campuses early to pray for their communities, their classmates, and the nation.
Historic building in Bruce looks to bring more people into town
A historic building in downtown Bruce is getting a facelift. A local business owner is hoping that, through a little remodeling of a vacant building, the town will be able to draw in more people and give the city an economic boost.
Columbus speeds up investigations with its own local crime lab
Faster evidence processing helps speed investigations, and that can get cases to trial quicker.