Articles by Carl Smith
Report: Large home, condo sales increasing in Oktibbeha
More local homeowners are upgrading their living conditions and purchasing larger homes in Oktibbhea County.
Parks runs an almost $2,000 deficit in Oct.
Starkville Parks and Recreation’s recent financial woes bled over from the end of Fiscal Year 2013-2014.
Starkville bans pets from public cemeteries
Starkville aldermen instituted a short-term ban Tuesday against allowing pets inside its three public cemeteries.
Starkville leaders now expect water, sewer rate increases
After first downplaying forecasted water and sewer rate increases, Starkville leaders performed an about-face Tuesday on City Hall’s previous stance and said future hikes are more than likely needed.
Oktibbeha supervisors scrap over incoming state aid road money
Oktibbeha County supervisors voted Monday to split an estimated $387,200 of additional state aid road repair money to fund infrastructure projects.
Oktibbeha authorities investigating Blackjack Road shootings
Oktibbeha County deputies are investigating two recent shooting incidents that occurred near the Pointe at MSU apartments on Blackjack Road.
Fourth Starkville ‘fiberhood’ qualifies for C Spire service
Four Starkville “fiberhoods” are now qualified for engineering and construction efforts associated with C Spire’s upcoming fiber optic, residential Internet service, and a spokesperson says the company could soon announce a service turn-on date for two city neighborhoods.
Partnership studying possible Starkville Restaurant Week changes
Both owners and diners alike could see changes to next year’s Starkville Restaurant Week.
Analysis: 2015 election pressure keeps supervisors away from zoning issue
Besides an apparent lack of public desire, there’s an even bigger reason Oktibbeha County supervisors are unlikely to enact zoning regulations.
Williams calls for four-lane Blackjack Road project
If District 5 Supervisor Joe Williams gets his wish, a planned Blackjack Road tax increment financing (TIF) package would fund a four-lane expansion for the congested thoroughfare.
Oktibbeha’s comprehensive plan nearing completion
Oktibbeha County supervisors will wait at least a month before taking action on their long-awaited and often-delayed comprehensive plan.
Starkville eases debris ordinances, drop-off fees
Starkville aldermen relaxed several city ordinances Tuesday to help speed up debris removal following last week’s storm that downed numerous trees.
Licensing, likeness infringement following MSU football success
Mississippi State University is addressing reports of local and state businesses attempting to piggyback football success.
SMART-Parks proposal: Widen Lynn Lane, add connections
A significant five-phase, $660,000 infrastructure investment could add increased access points to Starkville Parks and Recreation facilities along Lynn Lane.
Starkville could suspend landfill fees for debris
Starkville aldermen will discuss suspending residential debris drop-off fees Tuesday after a line of thunderstorms last week.
Starkville, MSU officials tackling SMART route issues
Starkville aldermen will hear a proposal on how to improve the Starkville Sportsplex’s city-university mass transit stop.
Starkville Dollar General hit for smokes
The Starkville Police Department is searching for three suspects after a Monday commercial burglary at Jackson Street’s Dollar General location.
SSD, OCSD maintain district, school grades with waivers
Both Starkville School District and Oktibbeha County School District maintained their respective “C” district-level state accountability grades.
Thieves targeting Ford, GMC trucks on game days
The Starkville Police Department is investigating numerous reports of stolen vehicles and theft attempts.
Storm leaves majority of SED customers in the dark
Starkville Electric Department workers scrambled into action Monday to restore electricity after an afternoon storm knocked off power for about 50 percent of its customers, SED General Manager Terry Kemp said.
Bulldogs announce 2025-25 men’s golf schedule
July 24, 2025
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