Articles by Alex Holloway
Tenn-Tom administrator: Damage minimal at Lock and Dam
Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Administrator Craig Stepan said the past month’s barge issues at the John C. Stennis Lock & Dam aren’t a cause for concern.
What’s next for Shelton?
The city council’s decision to hire Oscar Lewis III as the new chief of police removed Interim Chief Fred Shelton — a 32-year veteran with the department — from consideration for the Columbus Police Department’s top spot.
Oscar Lewis III is new police chief
The city council voted 3-2 in Tuesday to name current Waynesboro Police Chief Oscar Lewis III as the new chief of the Columbus Police Department.
Council makes court appointments
The Columbus City Council made a pair of appointments to the municipal court during Tuesday’s meeting.
Columbus school district board seat opens up
The city of Columbus is looking for applicants for a seat on the Columbus Municipal School District board.
Two qualify for Ward 5 election
Two candidates have qualified for a special election to fill the Ward 5 seat on the Columbus City Council.
Citizens pray for city’s safety
Dozens of people spent the better part of an hour Saturday praying in the streets of east Columbus for an end to the shootings that have plagued the city since the start of the new year.
Columbus prayer event scheduled for Sat.
Some Columbus residents will turn to prayer Saturday to seek answers after a flurry of violent crime since the new year began.
Hainsey: A million drones purchased
The drone was about the size of Mike Hainsey’s hand.
That did not stop looks of consternation as it flitted with a high-pitched whine over the heads of some Columbus Rotary Club members Tuesday at Lion Hills.
Ricky Ball Shooting: Ball petition submitted to DA’s office
Newly-elected District Attorney Scott Colom’s office has received a petition with more than 1,100 signatures seeking a grand jury investigation into the Oct. 16 police-involved shooting death of Columbus resident Ricky Ball.
Profiles of Columbus police chief candidates
Columbus is closing in on the end of its search for a police chief.
Herweg withdraws from Columbus police chief consideration
Columbus’ field of potential police chief candidates is one person thinner after Geoffrey Herweg dropped out Thursday morning.
Colom speaks to Exchange Club
For new District Attorney Scott Colom, it’s important to balance being tough on crime while offering second chances to those who might need it.
Allgood testing waters of private practice
The new year represents a new start for former District Attorney Forrest Allgood.
West Point completes early steps for comprehensive plan
West Point has finished the final information-gathering phase for its comprehensive plan, according to Mayor Robbie Robinson.
Council creates PR position
The Columbus City Council officially approved the creation of a public relations director position for the city.
Man shot in north Columbus Tuesday
A man is in the hospital after being shot in north Columbus Tuesday morning.
Ricky Ball Shooting: Ball autopsy, witness interviews complete
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation’s look into the Ricky Ball case is making progress, according to Columbus Police Department Interim Chief Fred Shelton.
