Articles by Angel Coker
Stores prepare for large Black Friday crowds
Deborah Phinisey stacked a pile of men’s button-up shirts on a table in the Belk men’s department on Tuesday in preparation for Belk’s Black Friday sale.
Organizations prepare to provide Thanksgiving meals
The Thanksgiving holiday is generally considered a time of giving thanks and a time to spend the day eating a feast with friends and family.
CMSD approves improvement plan to raise accountability grade
The Columbus Municipal School District approved a one-time budget expenditure request during a special called meeting on Friday following a contentious discussion about the request during Monday’s regular board meeting.
CMSD hits pause on plan to raise scores
Columbus Municipal School District board members voted 3-2 Monday to better vet a proposed plan for district improvement before deciding whether to implement it.
Drug prevention program helps middle schoolers
When Barbara Blanchard knocked a balloon out of Kelby Miller’s hand, it flew around in different directions before landing on the floor.
Arts Council program director highlights holiday schedule
The Columbus Arts Council has committed to engaging 200 or more artists in 2017 in honor of the Mississippi Bicentennial year.
Clinton easily wins MSMS mock election
Students at the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science overwhelmingly chose Democrat Hillary Clinton for U.S. President during a mock election held Monday at the school.
Bereaved mom turns grief into service
A military mother’s worst nightmare is usually depicted as the dreaded moment when two uniformed service members knock on the door to notify her of her child’s death while serving their country.
