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Arrest report: 9-29-13
The following arrests were reported by the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Department and the Columbus Police Department: Carlos Conroy Jr., 36, of 297 Maderia Drive, was
Two charged in aiding Clay County fugitives
WEST POINT — Two people have been arrested on charges on helping inmates escape from the Clay County jail. The Clay County Sheriff’s Department says
Abandoned gold bars and cash baffle German police
BERLIN — Attention all passengers: could the person who left a stash of gold bars and a pile of banknotes in the luggage deposit at
Woman asks Miss. to recognize her gay marriage
JACKSON — A woman is asking the conservative state of Mississippi to recognize her out-of-state gay marriage so that she can get a divorce. Lauren
House OKs bill aimed at improving drug safety
WASHINGTON — The House easily approved bipartisan legislation Saturday aimed at improving the safety of drugs produced by compounding pharmacies that mix customized pharmaceuticals. The
Bryants to lead cancer awareness event
JACKSON — Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant and his wife, Deborah, are taking part in a Jackson-to-Gulfport motorcycle ride Saturday to help bring attention to breast
EU could limit export of propofol
ST. LOUIS — The planned use of a common anesthetic in a Missouri execution is raising concerns that the anti-death penalty European Union could limit
National gas prices falling steadily
NEW YORK — Gasoline prices have fallen steadily throughout September, and drivers should look forward to even cheaper fill-ups in the weeks ahead. The national
Deadline nearing, GOP seeks health care delay
WASHINGTON — Locked in a struggle with President Barack Obama, House Republicans demanded a one-year delay in the nation’s new health care law and permanent
Suburban cop helps deliver surprise baby
CARROLLTON, Texas — A suburban Dallas police officer ended up playing midwife to one mother in labor. Gene Kimpton says he entered a home in
Out and About for the week of September 29, 2013
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. Be aware that some venues add facility/convenience charges to ticket prices.
Community Calendar for the week of September 29, 2013
Today Book signing — Michael Farris Smith of Columbus will read from his novel “Rivers” at a book signing at the Tennessee Williams Welcome Center,
Southern Gardening: Containers extend fresh herb season
With fall officially here, many gardeners hooked on cooking with herbs may start to worry about how they’re going to cook once it’s too cold
Collect your own seeds for next year’s planting
September finds me saving seeds of some of this year’s best sweet peppers and most colorful flowers to plant in next year’s garden. Why? Saving
Annual Art in Autumn Auction generates excitement
The Mississippi University for Women Department of Art and Design’s chapter of Kappa Pi will host its annual Art in Autumn Auction on Saturday, Oct.
Senate seeks to reverse law on engineered crops
WASHINGTON — The Senate is seeking to reverse a controversial law that allows farmers to harvest genetically modified crops even when the crops are caught
Military brief: J.T. Hunley graduates
Air Force Airman Jakob T. Hunley graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program
Military brief: J.P. Hunley graduates
Air Force Airman Jonathon P. Hunley graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program
Military brief: Williams graduates
Army National Guard Pvt. Jacorey L. Williams has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the
Military brief: Bridges reports for duty
Air Force Tech. Sgt. Melissa D. Bridges has reported for duty as a medical group independent duty program coordinator assigned to the 23nd Wing at