Analysis: Coffee, tea and punditry from Barbour

In some scenarios, Haley Barbour would’ve been traveling the United States these days as the Republican nominee for president.

Arrest report 10-1-12

The following arrests were reported by the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office and Columbus Police Department: Johnathan James Dubuque, 21, of 212 Champion Road, was arrested

No. 1 Alabama outlasts pesky Ole Miss

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The No. 1 University of Alabama football team actually trailed for a change, a predicament that lasted 15 seconds.

Noxubee County beats Kosciusko, continues shutout streak

MACON — The Noxubee County High School football team celebrated Senior Night on Friday with a 29-0 victory against Kosciusko in a Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 4A, Region 4 game.

Leake Central edges Caledonia

CALEDONIA — Caledonia High School kicker Josh Kugel is probably too young to realize it, but he has a lot in common with Gerry Thomas and Dan Mowrey.

West Point keeps rolling in Class 5A, Region 1

HERNANDO — The West Point High School football has found a return to normalcy in Class 5A, Region 1.

The Green Wave rushed for 245 yards and moved to 2-0 in region play Friday night with a 49-14 victory at Hernando.

Graise, Chambers lead Timberwolves

MABEN – The West Oktibbeha County High School football team doesn’t get smacked in the mouth much, but when it does, it’s usually the offense that helps the team overcome adversity.

On Friday, it was senior defensive linemen Michael Graise and Johnny Chambers who led the charge in a 46-24 win against Sebastopol High.

Defense helps Pickens County shut down Aliceville

ALICEVILLE, Ala. — While the Pickens County and Aliceville high school football teams raced up and down the field Friday night, the Tornadoes’ defense made the big plays when needed most.

The Tornadoes forced three turnovers and remained undefeated with a 35-14 victory against the Yellow Jackets at Memorial Stadium.

Community Calendar for the week of September 30, 2012

Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 4-6 Seventh Avenue Heritage Festival — This free celebration of the unique entrepreneurial spirit of one of Columbus’ once-highly profiled black

Out and about for the week of September 30, 2012

The Golden Triangle is within easy traveling distance of some of the best entertainment in the South. Support arts and entertainment at home, and when you’re on the road, these might pique your interest.

Southern Gardening: Mississippi landscapes

For more than 30 years, those interested in home horticulture have been found at two events in early October that showcase landscapes and gardens.

Discover your roots: Library offers genealogy workshops

In honor of Family History Month this October, the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library invites the public to “Discover Your Roots.”

School news: Griffin named to NSCS

Breanne Stevenson Griffin of Columbus has been accepted to membership in the The National Society of Collegiate Scholars. NSCS is a member of the Association

School news: Gore earns degree

Tondra Gore of Columbus has earned a Bachelor of Science degree in health care management from Kaplan University, an online school. Gore will pursue her

Military brief: Billups graduates

Adrianna Billups of West Point has graduated from the U.S. Marine Corp boot camp in Paris Island, S.C. She is the daughter of Andrew Robinson

Arrest report 9-30-12

The following arrests were reported by the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office and Columbus Police Department: April Nicole Bumgardner, 33, of 323 Forrest Glen Road, was

Former Aberdeen coach Moore to face Bulldogs tonight

ABERDEEN — In 1992, Lynn Moore resigned as Aberdeen High School’s head football coach to take over at Louisville High.

Lacy hitting his stride for Alabama

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The questions facing Eddie Lacy these days are turning more from the toe and ankle to touchdowns and yards.

Holder says civil rights remain priority

Speaking blocks away from where U.S. marshals battled rioters a half-century ago in an effort to compel the admission of the first black student to the University of Mississippi, U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder said Thursday that civil rights enforcement remains a federal priority.

Arrest report 9-30-12

The following arrests were reported by the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office and Columbus Police Department: Marco Black, 43, of 3946 Highway 182 E, Apt. 6-D,