Articles by Alex Holloway
CMSD to draw less from reserves
A higher than expected mill value will slightly mitigate Columbus Municipal School District budget concerns for next fiscal year, school officials said Wednesday.
Officer docked 60 days for fight
A Columbus Police Department officer will face a 60-day suspension without pay after her involvement in a fight at McDonald’s while she was on duty.
City, schools spar during budget meeting
Tension occasionally punctuated a three-hour school board meeting that, at one point, featured Mayor Robert Smith saying he felt he was being treated like a “second class citizen.”
CMSD expected to tap reserves rather than raise taxes
Columbus Municipal School District Superintendent Philip Hickman says he’ll recommend withdrawing from the district’s reserve funds to avoid a tax increase for the coming fiscal year.
High school WorkKeys testing sees growth
The Golden Triangle Early Workforce Initiative is seeing an increase in positive results in its second year, according to Golden Triangle Development LINK officials.
Local Fourth of July celebrations set
Fourth of July celebrations will start with a bang Friday in Columbus.
Spears: CMSD tax hike unnecessary
One Columbus Municipal School District Board of Trustees member has a proposition to fund the district’s increased budget without raising taxes.
Two sessions planned on proposed tax increases
The public will have two chances Thursday to gather more information about the Columbus Municipal School District’s proposed tax increase.
Higgins: $150 million project eying Lowndes Port
A new industrial development project could come to Columbus if some road blocks can be cleared, according to Golden Triangle Development LINK CEO Joe Max Higgins.
Councilman Turner responds to AG opinion
Ward 4 Councilman Marty Turner contends an opinion Columbus requested from Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood is further proof that city leadership is treating him unfairly.
Deficit included in approved CL&W budget
The Columbus Light and Water board unanimously approved an electric department budget for fiscal year 2017 that includes a $186,000 deficit.
Unemployment rate rises in May
Unemployment is up across the state, but labor statistics officials say that’s not cause for concern.
Citizen raises crime concerns to city council
A concerned citizen went before the city council during Tuesday’s meeting to voice worries over Columbus’ crime issues.
Wind power lines could affect Caledonia residents
Proposed routes for a $700 million wind power transmission project could pass through the Golden Triangle and generate hundreds of construction jobs.
Councilman Turner to give up city phone
Ward 4 Councilman Marty Turner says he’ll turn his phone over to the city, and he doesn’t want it back.
Oktibbeha Circuit Clerk arrested on meth and trespassing charges
Oktibbeha County Circuit Clerk Glenn Hamilton was arrested late Thursday night on suspicion of trespassing and possession of methamphetamine, according to Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott.
Former Columbus employee sues city
A former deputy municipal clerk is suing the city of Columbus for what she claims is wrongful termination after she was arrested in a 2013 drug sweep.
Columbus sales tax growth continues
Sales tax collections continue to soar for Golden Triangle communities.
City offers partnership on CLRA study
The city of Columbus and Lowndes County may partner on a study of the Columbus-Lowndes Recreation Authority. However the county is not willing to slow their plans for the city’s active participation in that study.
Facing changes, a look at CLRA
The Columbus-Lowndes Recreation Authority’s organization and operation may soon be a hot topic of discussion.
Nearly 4 inches of rain dump on area Sunday morning
June 8, 2025
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