Articles by Cadence Harvey
Jackson man dies in roofing accident at MUW
A man from Jackson died after falling Monday from the rooftop of Painter Hall at Mississippi University for Women.
Ask The Dispatch: Your questions answered about getting a license in Mississippi
The Department of Public Safety suspended road tests as a requirement to obtain a license during the COVID-19 pandemic. Five years later, the state hasn’t reinstated the test, and no legislation changes appear to be on the horizon.
Adventurer canoes toward Columbus on Great Loop journey
Barefoot, sun-worn and wearing a hand-stitched leather pirate hat, Peter Frank pulls his canoe onto the bank of a small home in Pickens County, Alabama, just shy of the Mississippi border. By Monday, he’ll drift into Columbus, one stop on a 6,000-mile journey.
Lawyer with Columbus ties released from jail, placed on house arrest
A Hattiesburg lawyer from Lowndes County was released from the Perry County Jail after serving just 10 days following a civil contempt order connected to a wrongful death settlement.
MSU master’s students work to preserve Louisville church
In the heart of Louisville, a small group of Mississippi State University students is working to preserve a piece of local history.
PACCAR lays off some of Lowndes workforce Tuesday
PACCAR Engine Company’s plant in Lowndes County laid off a round of employees Tuesday, Golden Triangle LINK CEO Joe Max Higgins confirmed.
CMSD superintendent search suspended until January
Columbus Municipal School District has suspended its search for a new superintendent, at least until January.
Only 78 absentee ballots requested so far for Dist 41 House race
There’s just two weeks left to vote absentee in the special election for the District 41 state representative seat.
Eupora woman killed in fatal wreck in Oktibbeha County
A Eupora woman was killed in a two-vehicle accident Wednesday morning in Oktibbeha County.
Starkville, Columbus sales tax revenue stumbles
Both Starkville and Columbus’ sales tax collections faltered this month, with Starkville’s dropping by 23.14% and Columbus’ falling 1.15% from June.
One officer hit by vehicle, another bitten by suspect
Two Columbus police officers suffered non-fatal injuries Wednesday afternoon after apprehending a suspect wanted in Clay County.
Community Profile: Brady’s needlepoint business aims for southern market
In a makeshift studio tucked in the guest room of her family home, 25-year-old Rachel Brady sits at a long table with rows of colorful paints stacked neatly beside her.
Ask The Dispatch: How much do city workers make in the Golden Triangle?
Near the end of the Columbus mayoral election this year, a candidate posted a photo to Facebook revealing the pay stub of a Columbus first responder with an hourly wage of $13.48.
After weeks on the run, lawyer with Columbus ties arrested
A Hattiesburg lawyer from Lowndes County was arrested Monday after more than three weeks of evading authorities on a civil contempt charge.
MUW to launch state’s first master’s program focused on hospitality, culinary workforce
Mississippi University for Women is set to launch a new graduate program this fall, blending culinary arts, workforce development and hospitality.
Texas man sentenced to 11 years for sexual battery of Lowndes teen
A Texas man was sentenced to more than 11 years in federal prison this week after pleading guilty to traveling across state lines to engage in sexual activity with a minor in Lowndes County.
Starkville duo, New Hope striker relish all-star opportunity
July 11, 2025
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