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Meeting Saturday to discuss new wastewater district
Citizens who want to know more about a newly formed wastewater district in Oktibbeha County will have the opportunity to this weekend during a public meeting to discuss the project.
Barbour hires private attorney to sue over health care
Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour says it will probably be mid-May when he joins a multistate lawsuit challenging a federal health care overhaul.
Ole Miss decides not to charge ‘tailgate tax’ in Grove
Ole Miss fans won’t have to pay a tailgate tax for the upcoming football season, but they will have a tighter timeframe for setting up their party tents.
Police investigate shots fired into house
The Columbus Police Department continues investigating a drive-by shooting incident which resulted in no injuries.
MUW welcomes alumni for Homecoming events
Mississippi University for Women will welcome alumni back to campus for special events to celebrate Homecoming.
Mayor plans unity picnic
Free food, music and fun is available for all Saturday, say city officials, hoping for a large crowd for the mayor’s second annual Unity Picnic.
West Point board strips electric head of title
West Point’s interim electric department superintendent was stripped of his title Tuesday night.
Cotton District event appeals to many tastes
The 14th annual Cotton District Arts Festival, slated for Saturday, will feature a diverse lineup of performers on four stages all day. Chances are, whatever your taste in musical styles, you’re certain to find a favorite or two from this menu.
Judge officially drops charges against mayor, councilman
The simple assault charges Columbus Mayor Robert Smith and Ward Five Councilman Kabir Karriem filed against one another have been officially dropped, according to Lowndes County Justice Court officials.
A Safe Haven: Local agency offers shelter, assistance to assault victims
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. And a local organization devoted to providing shelter and assistance to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault is working to make the public aware of its significance.
Smith, Karriem charges to be officially dropped today
A Lowndes County Justice Court judge is expected to sign off sometime today on Columbus Mayor Robert Smith and Ward 5 Councilman Kabir Karriem dropping simple assault charges against each other, according to a justice court official.
Lowndes County continues local government events
There’s still time to participate in county government month events in Lowndes County.
Local charitable group hosts fundraising event
The Columbus chapter of 100 Black Men of America Inc. is planning its annual Protégé Banquet, scheduled to take place later this month on the Mississippi University for Women campus.
$1.2M grant to fund roadwork
U.S. Rep. Travis Childers Friday announced a $1.2 million Economic Development Administration grant to promote economic growth and development in Lowndes County.
Jeff Wilson: Spring has arrived!
Spring has arrived right on time, as the calendar and daytime temperatures reassure us. Redbud and saucer magnolia blooms are fading and dogwoods are showing their true colors. Here are a few tips to help you and your landscape be prepared for the coming season.
Charity Ball royalty recognized for service efforts
At its 60th annual Charity Ball Saturday, Junior Auxiliary of Columbus announced the 2010 Ball King and Queen and celebrated community service.
