Articles by Jason Browne
Columbus tax revenue beating expectations
Columbus’ “cautiously optimistic” chief financial officer is on the verge of dropping the “cautiously” part.
Monday Profile: New city judge Clinkscales defines own actions
Nicole Clinkscales won’t allow her legacy to be defined by anyone but herself. The recently installed Columbus city judge now presides over the municipal and drug court proceedings she once participated in as a defense attorney. Her aim in both jobs is and was to help people.
KiOR yet to land refinery customer
While work has begun at the site of the KiOR plant in Columbus, the company has yet to secure a contract with a refinery that would process its synthetic crude oil — and free up $75 million in state loans.
Columbus names interim city planner
Three weeks before Columbus’ first public meeting to discuss the comprehensive plan, a city planner is in office.
Challenger files for Sanders’ Lowndes supervisor seat
The latest qualifiers for Lowndes County elections include a former judge and a community recruit.
County officials question cost of new tourism office
On the cusp of purchasing its new office space, the Columbus Lowndes Convention and Visitors Bureau has hit another snag.
Negro league players share stories in Columbus
Living history made its way through Columbus Tuesday as five former Negro league baseball players made the rounds.
Firm wants public’s guidance for Columbus comprehensive plan
The brain trust responsible for drafting Columbus’ comprehensive plan needs your input.
13-year-old boy hit by pickup truck
A 13-year-old Columbus boy was rushed to the hospital with a possible broken leg Saturday after being struck by a pickup truck.
Man charged with raping woman in Columbus home
A Lowndes County man is charged with raping a woman Thursday night while armed with a pistol.
Columbus City Council vote resolves CVB board dispute
The plight of the Columbus Lowndes Convention and Visitors Bureau appears to be over. The Columbus City Council unanimously approved a resolution to adopt a new CVB ordinance Wednesday night during a special called meeting.
City leaders weigh options after planner resigns
Following the Thursday resignation of former city planner Patricia Southerland, city officials are in no rush to find a replacement.
Council to talk tourism at special meeting tonight
The city council will have its turn to discuss a new take on the Columbus Lowndes Convention and Visitors Bureau ordinance tonight.
Columbus mayor, Lowndes supes president forge new tourism ordinance
The gridlock between the city and county that’s been choking the Columbus Lowndes Convention and Visitors Bureau may be loosening.
Lowndes Circuit Clerk working to crack down on absentee ballots
Lowndes County’s recurring problem of a handful of people witnessing large amounts of absentee ballots could be nearing an end.
Council stands behind decision to split road money
Despite claiming control of $2 million slated for road repairs, the Columbus City Council believes its individual lists will closely resemble an objective list of recommended repairs.
Treasurer Reeves: State in ‘far better shape’ than most
Following two straight years of negative revenue growth which saw Mississippi lose 10 percent of its economic progress, the bleeding has stopped, State Treasurer Tate Reeves said Thursday during a visit to the Columbus Exchange Club.
Columbus city planner resigns
Columbus City Planner Patricia Southerland resigned Thursday evening after five months on the job.
