Pit-bull attack injures two children

A pit bull attack Saturday in Oktibbeha County left two children injured and one dog dead.

Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department received a call at approximately 3:47 p.m. from Katie Riehle of 2796 Self Creek Road that her two sons, ages 4 and 10, were bitten by dogs.

Locked and loaded: New legislation opens colleges, bars, churches to concealed weapons

For police departments at Mississippi State University and Mississippi University for Women, campus safety has a new hurdle.

As football season gets closer, MSU band members hone their skills at camp

STARKVILLE — Being in the Famous Maroon Band at Mississippi State University isn’t for the faint of heart. This time of year, when students are in the thick of band camp, members run through a gauntlet similar to what a football player would experience during two-a-day practices.

Profile: Tim Brinkley to split time as pastor and West Point police chief

WEST POINT — For Tim Brinkley, accepting the job as West Point’s police chief made sense on many levels. The law enforcement veteran spent 26 years working for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, but during that span his home has been in Clay County.

Columbus native develops more advanced way to test bridges

Hundreds, thousands even, drive over bridges in Mississippi every day.

Often, the integrity of those bridges is tested by one man with a “trained ear,” listening for pitch changes as a hammer or chain system creates frequencies.

A Columbus native hopes to change the seemingly archaic way state and federal agencies test bridge stability.

State looks into possible use of voter-fraud tactics in Oktibbeha

Big brother will be watching over the Oktibbeha County primary runoff election on Aug. 23.

An observer from the Mississippi Secretary of State’s office will oversee the election’s day operations following the discovery of several irregularities during the Aug. 2 election.

Tourism bureau begins ad blitz to promote Starkville

The Starkville Convention and Visitors Bureau is ramping up its advertising ahead of a busy fall season. During the organization’s monthly meeting Wednesday, GSDP Vice President of Tourism Development Jennifer Gregory outlined an ad budget that more than doubles the total spent during the last fiscal year.

Developer withdraws zoning request for subdivision

Michael Kraker will give it another go in a month. The Starkville developer’s plan for a subdivision at the north side of the nearly completed East Garrard Road in Ward 5 was the center of a public hearing at the Starkville Planning and Zoning meeting Tuesday.

Workshop looks at role of class in poverty epidemic

To truly help someone you must walk in their shoes.

The most common way to support charitable organizations, particularly those with poverty agendas, is through donating money and volunteer hours.

But too many times the simplistic approach, though noble and helpful, isn’t the most effective long-term method to improve poverty levels.

SSD teachers receive $10,000 in grants

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Starkville top educators honored by district

Starkville School District scored in last year’s teacher free-agent market. A pair of newcomers received SSD’s top two annual awards during last week’s opening convocation.

Starkville bond issue in the hands of voters, Sept. 27

Starkville’s Board of Aldermen hopes to adopt the facilities master plan and move forward with planning for the $8.4 million police station during a special called meeting tonight at City Hall.

Changes abound for Starkville schools this year

STARKVILLE — When Starkville School District students begin class Monday, they’ll return to many changes.

Sturgis bike rally may ride again

STURGIS — There’s still hope for the Sturgis South Motorcycle Rally. A day after announcing the rally scheduled for Oct. 7-9 had been cancelled due to a budget shortfall, Sturgis South Rally Board President Donny Hanson turned his attention Friday to fundraising.

Sturgis bike rally may ride again

STURGIS — There’s still hope for the Sturgis South Motorcycle Rally. A day after announcing the rally scheduled for Oct. 7-9 had been cancelled due to a budget shortfall, Sturgis South Rally Board President Donny Hanson turned his attention Friday to fundraising.

Former Starkville police chief dies in Webster County crash

MATHISTON — Former Starkville Police Chief Larry Sisk died Friday in a single-vehicle accident in Webster County.

Trustmark to open branch in Starkville

Customers of Trustmark Bank will soon be able to do business in Starkville. The Mississippi-based bank announced Wednesday that a branch will locate in the shopping center next to Piggly Wiggly and will open by the end of September.

Verina Childs found guilty of killing husband during hunting trip

After two hours of deliberation Thursday, an Oktibbeha County Circuit Court jury found Verina Marie Childs guilty of murdering her husband, Douglas, in 2009.

Carmon prepared for key role on offense

STARKVILLE — James Carmon has soaked up every piece of advice and studied tirelessly to complete his offseason transition from backup defensive tackle to starting offensive tackle.

Gladney to face Bryan in Oktibbeha sheriff’s race

As expected, Steve Gladney held off Charles Sanders for the runoff spot opposite Dolph Bryan for the Oktibbeha County Sheriff Democratic nomination.