Articles by Carl Smith
Oktibbeha Co. to consider ‘unique’ revenue source
After only one meeting under their belts, newly elected Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors President Orlando Trainer says his peers will soon face “a unique opportunity” that could generate revenue for the county.
Okt. supervisors deadlocked over state flag
An unplanned vote to lower the state flag from county properties’ flag poles deadlocked along racial lines when District 3 Supervisor Marvell Howard abstained and said he would address the issue at the next board meeting.
Economic, road issues on supervisors’ plates this year
The Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors is expected to face tough decisions regarding economic development, taxes and infrastructure this year.
Restaurant Week scheduled for MSU-UM series
Greater Starkville Development Partnership officials are hopeful the state’s hottest college rivalry will produce a large turnout for the fourth annual Starkville Restaurant Week.
First woman to serve Oktibbeha Co. board
Incoming District 4 Supervisor Bricklee Miller, the first woman to serve on the Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors, has wasted little time preparing for her new position since her November election.
Anonymous donation helps Oktibbeha families
An act of kindness by an anonymous donor supplied 17 Oktibbeha County families with $50 each during the Christmas weekend, Sheriff Steve Gladney said.
Oktibbeha Co. elected officials sworn in
Four months since he secured his election, incoming District 2 Justice Court Judge Larnzy Carpenter says he’s not used to people using his new title but he enjoys hearing it.
2015 in review: Oktibbeha Co.
Oktibbeha County headlines were consistently dotted with themes of growth and consolidation in 2015, interspersed with a few surprises and predictable results.
Insurance hike hits Oktibbeha Co., some employees
Oktibbeha County will absorb some higher costs associated with a recent health insurance rate hike but county employees who cover dependents and other family members, as well as retired employees, will pay slightly higher costs.
State law might nix Oktibbeha County 911 purchase
State law may strike a recent Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors vote to purchase new 911 equipment and force the incoming board to take up the matter again in January.
Supervisors approve 911 purchases ahead of building switch
Oktibbeha County supervisors Monday approved a $520,000 plan to fully furnish and upgrade the county education building for 911 and emergency management usage next year.
June trial date set for alleged IS supporters
Two people arrested in August on suspicion of supporting the Islamic State will appear in federal court this summer, court documents show.
Higgins: Industrial park under option, includes $6M in handshake deals
About 400 acres of land identified for a new industrial park are under option for purchase, and the Golden Triangle Development LINK has handshake deals in place to bring 60 megawatts of power and a speculative building to the site, LINK Chief Executive Officer Joe Max Higgins said.
Aldermen willing to discuss $11M retail project
Several Starkville aldermen and Mayor Parker Wiseman said they hope to discuss a pending $11 million, 65,000-square-foot retail project with the developer and Golden Triangle Development LINK officials at a future board meeting after the matter was removed from the agenda Tuesday.
$11M retail development in limbo
The fate of an $11 million, 65,000-square-foot retail project is unknown after Starkville officials nixed a closed-door discussion on a possible tax increment financing (TIF) package for the investment Tuesday.
Family of detained man ask aldermen for ‘justice’
Starkville aldermen could soon decide the employment fate of a police officer accused of drawing his weapon on a 23-year-old man in November.
Perkins wants TIF discussions held outside of executive session
Starkville Vice Mayor Roy A. Perkins is warning his fellow aldermen against going into executive session today to discuss a possible tax increment financing (TIF) package for a prospective developer.
OCEMA planning CodeRED test call
Oktibbeha County Emergency Management Director Shank Phelps said the county will participate in a test call for residents utilizing CodeRED, a national emergency notification service, in the coming weeks.
SMART launching GTRA route in Jan.
The Starkville-MSU Rapid Area Transit will launch a free shuttle route to and from the Golden Triangle Regional Airport beginning Jan. 4.
Starkville lagoon property sale looming
A piece of city-owned property aldermen previously said could be used as a public space in a fast developing portion of Starkville could soon have a new owner.
Bulldogs announce 2025-25 men’s golf schedule
July 24, 2025
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