Articles by Emma McRae
Man charged with attempted murder after Friday shooting
A man faces an attempted murder charge after allegedly shooting a woman during an argument Friday night, West Point Police Department Investigator John Michael Lay told The Dispatch.
SOCSD intersession geared toward career exploration, extra learning opportunities
Third-grader Grace Campbell finished coding a series of actions on an iPad before staring down at the little blue robot on the floor in front of her. Nothing happened.
MSU’s unmanned aircraft give FEMA an advantage in hurricane relief efforts
Every second counts in the wake of a disaster, and information about which areas are unsafe to enter becomes an invaluable asset for first responders.
Free education program aims to help owners grow their small businesses
Small business owners in the Golden Triangle have the opportunity to learn how to grow their business while working with fellow business owners from around the country.
2,200 students expected for construction career expo
More than 2,000 area eighth-graders will flood East Mississippi Community College’s Communiversity next week as the FORGE Your Path Career Expo returns for a fifth year.
Career coaches provide access to early career experience, workforce opportunities
Students in the Golden Triangle are getting far more than advice when it comes to making their plans for after high school.
Asbestos testing to start soon at CMSD campuses
Columbus Municipal School District is one step closer to starting its $36 million worth of bond projects.
Ask The Dispatch: What is pickleball, and why is it so popular?
Earlier this year, Starkville added 12 new permanent pickleball courts at McKee Park.
Area organizations, churches rally to help hurricane victims
On Monday, a 28-foot U-Haul trailer filled to the brim with water, clothing and other essential supplies rolled out of Columbus headed to Asheville, North Carolina.
No petition filed to force OCH sale to ballot
Thursday’s deadline for signatures opposing the county’s sale of OCH Regional Medical Center came and went with no petition, clearing the way for supervisors to start searching for a buyer.
W professor gets $1M to study gecko toe pads
Suction cups don’t work in a vacuum, so you can’t use them in space. Tape works well unless it’s on a wet surface. Magnets require metal to stick.
State treasurer: Mississippi made $375M from investments last year
When it comes to investment returns, surplus revenue and rainy day funds, State Treasurer David McRae told the Rotary Club of Columbus that Mississippi is in the best shape it’s been in since 1992.
CLW, 4-County raise local power rates following TVA wholesale price increase
Columbus Light and Water and 4-County Electric Power Association customers will see a local rate increase on their November power bill in addition to that of the Tennessee Valley Authority’s wholesale price hike, all of which went into effect Oct. 1.
MSU senior wins $100K in reality TV competition
“Congratulations Russell, you have won ‘Estate of Survival,’” a voice announced.
Two juveniles arrested for auto burglaries
Police arrested two juveniles Tuesday following a slew of car burglaries in the Green Oaks neighborhood.
150 new homes coming to east Oktibbeha County
A new neighborhood development is coming to east Oktibbeha County, Atlanta-based real estate development firm Forest Street Partners announced Thursday.
Pedestrian bridge reopens Sunday with celebratory ceremony, concert
After more than four years of closure, the pedestrian bridge across the Tombigbee River will reopen this weekend with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebratory concert.
Winter vote to determine next steps for lake
Supervisors are considering three options to either rehabilitate or decommission the dam at Oktibbeha County Lake that are estimated to cost between $5.4 million and $11.2 million.
Community Profile: New Hope native becomes international screenwriter, releases new film
Jason Rogers can still picture hanging out with his friends at the New Princess Theater in high school.
Hunt renovations on track for December completion
More than five years after a tornado ripped the roof off Hunt school, leaving 12 classrooms exposed and the campus empty, renovations are nearing completion.
