MDOT safety study to decrease crashes, pave way for federal dollars
Residents could see significant road safety improvements in the coming years as Oktibbeha County embarks on a federally funded road safety study aimed at preventing future crashes.
Suspect arrested for using child as cover in park auto burglaries
A Maben woman has been arrested twice in just more than a month in connection to auto burglaries at city parks, where police said she took a child to serve as a cover for the alleged crimes.
Justices upholds aggravated assault, attempted robbery conviction
The Mississippi Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the conviction of a man found guilty of shooting and paralyzing a victim during an attempted robbery in Starkville.
Starkville woman jailed for shooting into unoccupied car
A woman was arrested following a Thursday night shooting in north Starkville that resulted in no injuries.
SPD cameras provide real-time support for officers, investigations
When Sgt. Brandon Lovelady pulls his gun from its holster, an alert immediately sounds in the earpiece of every Starkville police officer on duty and his body camera begins recording.
Supes approve $12M bond for road, capital projects
Supervisors should have about $12 million available by July for a slate of capital improvement projects after voting Monday to authorize a general obligation bond issuance.
Williams promoted to city engineer
Aldermen didn’t have to look far to fill the city engineer position following Cody Burnett’s planned departure at the end of the month.
MSU’s Berry, White join elite class of national Astronaut Scholars
Madelyn “Sloan” Berry of Brandon and India “Alex” White of Saltillo are Mississippi State’s latest recipients of the nationally renowned Astronaut Scholarship. They are among only 79 students nationwide receiving up to $15,000 and joining the national Astronaut Scholarship Foundation’s lifelong network of professional mentors and peer researchers.
SOCSD honors district retirees ahead of school year’s end
Starkville-Oktibbeha Consolidated School District hosted the annual Retiree Luncheon on May 26 to honor 16 staff members who are retiring after the 2025-2026 school year. The event was sponsored by the district’s partner, Community Bank of Starkville.
Women’s College World Series: Shirts sporting ‘mantra of the softball season’ take over WCWS
A deal went down off of Exit 14 in Columbus, Georgia, Wednesday evening.
School officials have vague answers for aldermen on expected tax impact of new high school
A board of aldermen work session grew contentious Friday following a status update on the new Starkville High School after Starkville-Oktibbeha Consolidated School District officials failed to provide an estimate on how taxpayers could be affected by the board’s decision to borrow $101 million.
Women’s College World Series: ‘Family’ the theme for fathers, fans who traveled to WCWS
There was a problem at Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill in Oklahoma City on Wednesday evening.
The Verdict: Oktibbeha County criminal dispositions for April 20-May 1
Judge Michelle Easterling ■ Mandrell Juvoe Batts, sale of methamphetamine, 12 years MDOC, seven to serve, five years suspended with probation, two counts of sale
Women’s College World Series: After missing pinnacle event as player, Ricketts finally in spotlight at WCWS
Mississippi State head coach Samantha Ricketts strolled on to Devon Field in Oklahoma City on Wednesday sporting sunglasses and a smile.
Louisville St lane closures planned for utility pole replacement
Residents along Louisville Street can expect slightly longer commutes this summer as Starkville Utilities begins a major utility pole replacement project beginning June 1.
Education: SOCSD recognized among nation’s top 100 Districts on the Rise
In May, Starkville-Oktibbeha Consolidated School District was recognized as one of the nation’s top 100 “Districts on the Rise” by the Education Scorecard, a collaborative research project produced jointly by the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University and the Educational Opportunity Project at Stanford University.
Starkville man arrested following Sunday shooting
A man is in jail following a Memorial Day weekend shooting that left another man in critical condition.
Community Profile: Girl Scout turns love of outdoors into community project
When Julianne Marett attended a local geocaching event last year, she quickly noticed she was among one of the youngest participants there.
Auditor: Oktibbeha tax assessor gave sweetheart deals on car tags
Three current employees and two former employees in the Oktibbeha County Tax Assessor and Collector’s Office could be on the hook for more than $31,000 after an investigation by the Mississippi State Auditor’s Office found they allegedly failed to collect city taxes on vehicle tags for multiple city residents.
Plans progress for housing, mixed use projects in Starkville
Aldermen approved initial development plans Tuesday for two projects that could bring new housing and commercial opportunities to the city’s west side and downtown.
City of Columbus Building, Permits, May 27-June 5, 2025
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