Body found in burning vehicle in Lowndes Co. has been identified
DNA results are in, and the body found in a burned out vehicle in Lowndes County has been identified.
Foundation awards grants to Starkville teachers
Anaiah Evans is one of nine teachers in Starkville awarded an “Innovative Teacher Grant” from the Starkville Community Foundation, an affiliate of the CREATE Foundation.
New changes and resources in library systems of Columbus
Most of the people who ate lunch and listened to today’s Rotary speaker have probably, at one time, had a library card and borrowed a library book.
SNAP benefits set to increase from cost-of-living
People who use the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as “SNAP”, will soon see a slight increase in their benefits.
Three people pled guilty to attempted us of counterfeit
Two people from Philadelphia and the third from Pascagoula pled guilty to possession, with intent to spend counterfeit currency in the Pearl River Community of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians.
Columbus prepares for 7th Avenue Heritage Festival
The Seventh Avenue Heritage Festival kicks off Friday and will run through Saturday night in Columbus.
Rural king store will soon replace Kmart building
New life is coming to the vacant Kmart building in Columbus. The Columbus City Council approved an incentive plan that will allow Rural King to buy and renovate the space.
Columbus Police go out for a night out in praise and worship
A national night out event was held at the Columbus Police Department on October 1.
Police uncover new scam in Lowndes County
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office wants the public to be on alert about a phone scam involving thieves posing as law enforcement.
Mental Health and Wellness Fair hosted in Columbus
The Mental Health and Wellness Fair provides choices and resources for those who are affected by big and small challenges.
Missing 12-year-old found at truck stop in Vaiden
Carroll County deputies and FBI Agents responded to a tip and searched vehicles at the 35/55 Truck Stop.
Three Monroe Co. men pled guilty to multiple charges
Three Monroe County men will spend time in jail after pleading guilty to a range of different charges.
Illinois man charged with trafficking firearms in North MS
20-year-old Derrick Stewart Jr. was sentenced October 1 for firearms trafficking and conspiracy to traffic firearms.
City officials prepare for reopening of pedestrian bridge in Columbus
The pedestrian bridge is set to reopen this weekend in Columbus.
Oktibbeha county board of supervisors trying to cleanup old lake
The Oktibbeha County board of supervisors is looking for federal help to repair the dam at the Oktibbeha County Lake.
Four Tupelo nonprofits receive award funds for project carry-outs
LEAD, an affiliate of the CREATE Foundation, awarded $20,000 in grants on September 30, at its Night for Nonprofits event.
Digital Innovation Conference kicks off in Tupelo
A high tech rodeo kicks off a unique conference looking at innovations in digital technology.
Sims Scott Community hosts cancer walk to raise awareness
The ladies of the Sims Scott Community Center in Columbus took a walk today to remind their friends and family that this is a opportunity for breast screenings this month.
Noxubee Medical Complex hosts health fair for Macon residents
The medical professionals at Noxubee Medical Complex welcomed visitors today for a Health and Resource Fair.
Semi-truck load damages West Point bridge in Lowndes County.
Traffic was backed up in Lowndes County after an 18-wheeler hauling an excavator hit a bridge underpass.
19-year-old arrested in connection with fatal shooting in Columbus
Jakody Moore was taken into custody by the criminal investigation division on September 30 for the murder of 16-year-old Marquez Carter Jr.
CPD investigating shooting that claimed the life of a 16 year old
Columbus Police have had their hands full this weekend, investigating a shooting that left a 16-year-old dead.
Columbus fire chief explains how safe haven works for infants
The state of Mississippi’s Safe Haven Law allows parents or guardians to surrender a newborn up to 45 days old without fear of prosecution.
Update on infant dropped off at medical center in Lowndes County
The investigation began with the Columbus Police Department that morning after a newborn was dropped off at the hospital wrapped in towels.