Articles by Carl Smith
NSF survey: MSU remains a top school for ag research
Mississippi State University received more recognition for its agricultural sciences as it was named a top 10 school for the discipline by The National Science Foundation’s Education and Research Development Survey.
Perkins wants to use CAO, planner salaries to boost Parks’ funds
Before Starkville aldermen approached an almost 3-mill tax increase for rising expenses Tuesday, the board, spearheaded by Ward 6 Alderman Roy A. Perkins, approved a motion to increase Starkville Parks Commission’s operating budget annually by almost $96,000.
Aldermen propose tax hike of 2.78 mill
An almost-3 mill tax increase is likely if Starkville is to tend to increasing expenditures, including a long-overdue pay raise for its employees, departmental requests, outside contributions and its plan to construct a new City Hall and renovate Starkville Police Department’s home.
Flier lists Atlanta as host for rugby tournament
A flier believed distributed by a Mississippi State University volunteer rugby coach states an upcoming Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference tournament will be held Nov. 9-11 in Atlanta, Ga.
MSU distances itself from Pannell after outburst
Mississippi State University distanced itself from Randy Pannell, a Ward 6 resident who sharply criticized Mayor Parker Wiseman during Tuesday’s board of aldermen meeting for perceived dust-ups with Starkville Parks Commission Chairman Dan Moreland.
Pannell holds rugby tournament’s fate over mayor’s head
Mississippi State University rugby coach Randy Pannell told city officials Tuesday he’s willing to pass on a proposed tournament and its projected $451,000 in economic stimulation if mayor Parker Wiseman continues to make negative comments to the media about Starkville Parks Commission Chairman Dan Moreland.
Sprint Mart clerk held at gunpoint during robbery
Local law enforcement agencies are searching for three suspects who robbed the 101 Academy Road Sprint Mart at gunpoint Thursday. Three mask-wearing, weapon-wielding suspects entered
Ellis in good spirits as he recovers from stroke
State Rep. Tyrone Ellis, D-Starkville, says he is in better health and spirit following a late July stroke which hospitalized him.
Clay County man killed in wreck
Brandon Lee White, 26, of Clay County, was killed in a single-car accident after the vehicle he was driving hit a tree off of Miss. Highway 389, an Oktibbeha County coroner’s assistant confirmed Wednesday.
City approves $5M bond notice
Bond monies could be used to acquire land, update infrastructure, construct facilities or develop planning for future Golden Triangle Development Link-recommended projects.
Capella’s OCH lease offer includes $45M in cash
Capella Healthcare offered $45 million upfront for a 50-year OCH Regional Medical Center lease and pledged to keep all active employees, documents show.
GSDP hires Barret as new membership director
The Greater Starkville Development Partnership named Heath Barret, the Mississippi State University coordinator of transfer recruitment, as its newest director of membership development, CEO Jennifer Gregory announced Monday.
OCH proposal breathes new life into petition drive
Continued debate on the future of Oktibbeha County Hospital Regional Medical Center’s future has re-energized hospital supporter and former Starkville Alderman Frank Davis, who is putting together another petition drive to ensure the medical facility remains under local control.
SPD grant opportunities could benefit from staff changes
Starkville Police Chief David Lindley says a potential staff reshuffling within the police department will allow the city to aggressively pursue more enforcement grants, maintain accreditation standards and create two warrant officer positions.
Columbus man arrested after head-on collision
Columbus police arrested Junior Guyton, 75, of 913 16th St., Columbus, after the vehicle he was driving struck another car in a head-on collision near the intersection of Miss. Highway 82 and Miss. Highway 69 Friday near noon, CPD Sgt. Bill Smith said.
Moreland blames previous administration for budget woes
Starkville Parks Commission Chairman Dan Moreland presented two budget proposals Thursday which he said ask the city to either foot a sizable portion of the autonomous board’s electric bills or increase SPC’s budget by about 2 mill’s worth of general operating funds.
Wiseman to discuss optional forms of city government
Stennis Institute of Government Director Marty Wiseman confirmed he has been invited to discuss various Mississippi municipal government forms to a group of residents at 3:30 p.m. today at the Thad Cochran Research Park’s multi-tenant building.
Municipal court handles record number of cases
Starkville’s municipal court handled a record 13,703 cases in 2012, a number which reflects an almost 1,000 case increase from 2011, city documents show.
Suspect surrenders following high-speed chase
An 18-year-old Starkville resident was arrested and charged with felony fleeing after leading police officers on a high-speed chase Tuesday.
Community Market to remain open through August
Starkville Community Market will stay open through August due to produce availability and increased consumer demand, Greater Starkville Development Partnership Special Events and Projects Coordinator Jennifer Prather confirmed Sunday.
Chain’s life in the water leads to a lap around Key West
July 19, 2025
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