Fat cats (and dogs): Owners are feeding their pets too much, leading to health problems

Is it possible you’re loving your pet to death? Veterinarians and animal hospitals across the country have their eyes on a (literally) growing problem they say has as much to do with pet owners as it does the pets.

Councilman looks to form association of Highway 45 businesses

The success of Columbus’ chapter of the Mississippi Main Street Association has Ward 6 Councilman Bill Gavin thinking something similar could work for Highway 45.

Home, business owners wary of Columbus annexation plan

Barring further studies, little is known regarding how the latest annexation proposal may affect individual homes and businesses in four select areas of Lowndes County.

Latest annexation plan focuses on commercial areas

The latest annexation proposal to come before the Columbus City Council intentionally excludes residential areas in favor of commercial property.

Link touts accomplishments, looks toward next year

The Columbus-Lowndes Development Link paused for a little praise Wednesday at its annual luncheon.

A recent round of focus group surveys completed by the Link encouraged the economic development specialists to better publicize their accomplishments.

Lowndes supervisors spar over park projects

District 4 Supervisor Jeff Smith sparked an animated conversation about recreation projects when he requested a joint meeting between the county and city boards to discuss the status of the Columbus-Lowndes Recreation Authority’s $1.7 million parks construction project.

Supervisors consider replacing tourism board members

A motion to vacate all county appointments to the Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau board of directors was met with strong accusations at Tuesday’s meeting of the Lowndes County Board of Supervisors.

Grant program provides new homes for sisters

After 15 years on the waiting list for a new house, two Columbus sisters received free southside homes.

Council tackles annexation this week

Annexation talks are back after a taking a break for the past few months. The city council will meet Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. at the Municipal Complex to discuss the possibility of annexing several areas into the city.

Karriem angles for Seventh Avenue improvements

Whether it’s a signature festival or neighborhood improvements, Seventh Avenue knows how to stretch a dollar.

Locals remember Columbus native Frazier, now interim head coach of NFL’s Vikings

Columbus’ quiet man is making noise in the National Football League. Leslie Frazier, a 1977 graduate of Lee High School, was recently promoted from defensive coordinator to interim head coach of Minnesota Vikings on Monday after the Vikings decided to part ways with coach Brad Childress.

Locals remember Columbus native Frazier, now interim head coach of NFL’s Vikings

Columbus’ quiet man is making noise in the National Football League. Leslie Frazier, a 1977 graduate of Lee High School, was recently promoted from defensive coordinator to interim head coach of Minnesota Vikings on Monday after the Vikings decided to part ways with coach Brad Childress.

Retailers ready for Black Friday’s early birds

The early bird will catch the early 40-inch flat screen LCD television this Friday. Black Friday deals abound as Columbus retailers open early in the a.m. in hopes of taking advantage of a slowly improving economy.

Nunnelee, back from Washington, ready to ‘repeal Obamacare,’ cut spending

First District U.S. Rep.-elect Alan Nunnelee is finished with freshman orientation and home for Thanksgiving break.

Ready for takeoff: Aurora unveils advanced military drones

When bombs strike international terrorists in years to come, without putting a single U.S. service member in danger, it will be courtesy of Lowndes County.

Officials: Rain may keep the voters away

Weather could play a major part in Tuesday’s Circuit Court District 16 judicial runoff election.

Circuit clerks in Lowndes, Clay and Oktibbeha Counties predict a forecasted 60-percent chance of rain Tuesday will keep many voters from the polls.

Man smashes window in officer’s face

A Columbus man faces felony charges of assaulting a police officer by smashing a window in his face.

Around the Golden Triangle, a bounty of thanks, charity

Thanks aren’t the only thing that will be given on Thursday. Multiple groups and churches will offer free meals. Several will deliver. And all will try to find a place for eager volunteers.

Leaders get sobering look at industry recruitment

Columbus and Lowndes County learned some hard truths Wednesday during a visit from an economic development firm which specializes in site selection.

The new bank on the block: Renasant opens first Lowndes branch

In an uncertain banking atmosphere, Renasant Bank hopes to establish its stability in Columbus.