Articles by Carl Smith
Aldermen approve industrial park rezoning with conditions
Aldermen rezoned 326 acres of northwest Starkville properties for industrial use within the upcoming Innovation District.
Oktibbeha supes again mulling hauling rules
For the second time this year, Oktibbeha County supervisors appear willing to penalize construction companies whose heavy vehicles continue to damage public roadways.
Starkville aldermen likely to approve rezoning for industrial park
Starkville could take another step toward breaking ground on a new industrial park as aldermen are expected to rezone about 326 acres of property near Highway 182 and Highway 25 for manufacturing usage.
Firefighters: Common sense can prevent winter fires
Oktibbeha County and Starkville fire officials are urging residents to use common sense with heating elements, Christmas displays and cooking appliances this holiday season as winter’s cooler temperatures usually bring with them an increase in emergency calls.
Ava Moore, a civic leader in Starkville, has died
Unity Park organizers say the civil rights park could one day honor Ava Moore, a long-time community activist and park supporter who died Nov. 20.
Starkville, Carver Drive contractor engage in pay dispute
A pay dispute between Starkville and the Hattiesburg-based contractor responsible for Carver Drive ditch improvements could result in a legal challenge after the city approved a payment in executive session Tuesday.
Deck collapse could prompt county building code discussions
Discussions on minimum building codes for commercial apartment complexes could begin after a Highlands Plantation deck collapse injured more than 10 people this weekend.
Numerous injuries reported from Highlands porch collapse
At least 16 people were injured early Saturday when two upper-level porches collapsed at a Highlands Plantation-area apartment complex.
Soccer group looking to offset fee increases with sponsorships
Starkville Soccer Association organizers will work with Starkville Parks and Recreation Department officials to secure private sponsorships to offset higher costs.
Maben man charged with 2 counts of aggravated DUI
The Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department charged a Maben man with two counts of aggravated DUI after a single-vehicle accident injured two people Monday.
Sprinkler head failure damages MSU dorm
For the second time this year, a Mississippi State University residence hall’s fire suppression system faltered during a non-emergency situation.
Fire severely damages Sturgis area home
Oktibbeha County firefighters again battled a structure fire Wednesday morning after two other blazes damaged homes in the last 10 days.
Few comments emerge in pet ban hearing
Starkville aldermen are likely to codify a temporary ban against pets in city-maintained cemeteries after few public comments on the matter emerged Tuesday.
Hood expected to bring forth Oktibbeha road designation bill
Oktibbeha County supervisors approved a resolution Monday that could pave the way for legislation posthumously honoring a former Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics agent with a road designation.
Hearing set for permanent ban on pets in cemeteries
Starkville aldermen will hold their first public hearing on a permanent ban against pets in cemeteries during their 5:30 p.m. meeting at City Hall Tuesday.
County working to improve Bell Schoolhouse fire rating
Oktibbeha County Fire Services officials are working through a process that will improve Bell Schoolhouse Volunteer Fire Department’s coverage area to a Class 8 rating.
C Spire activates South Montgomery ‘fiberhood’
Former Starkville Chief Administrative Officer Lynn Spruill spent Tuesday night surfing the Internet as the city’s first resident to experience C Spire’s Fiber to the Home initiative.
Delayed ’13 audit shows SSD tapped into reserves
A delayed audit of Starkville School District’s Fiscal Year 2012-2013 shows the district spent more than it received.
Holloway: SSD deal for City Hall space ‘off the table’
Starkville School District Superintendent Lewis Holloway knows his organization will need additional administrative space once it merges with Oktibbeha County School District next year.
OCEDA leader unveils delayed financial plan
The Oktibbeha County Economic Development Authority is expected to operate a $735,700 budget with an equal amount of revenues and expenditures during the current fiscal year.
Bulldogs announce 2025-25 men’s golf schedule
July 24, 2025
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