Articles by Jessica Lindsey
Oktibbeha supervisors look to fill vacant library board seat
Oktibbeha supervisors could soon vote to fill a public library board seat, which was vacated after a former board member resigned over concerns about LGBT books on display.
82 percent of LCSD third-graders pass reading exam, only 54 percent at CMSD
Results in the Golden Triangle were mixed on the state third-grade reading assessment for the 2021-22 school year, according to data the Mississippi Department of Education released Thursday.
Leaders pressed to do more to curb gun violence
Since her role began in 2018, Columbus Municipal School District Superintendent Cherie Labat has attended six funerals of students from the district. Four of those were victims of gun violence.
Summer brings focus on fire safety
With his classmates cheering, it was finally Daejon Johnson’s turn to begin.
The Starkville High School junior struck a tire 50 times with a sledge hammer, toted weights around a cone and pulled a weighted hose as he mocked climbing stairs.
FEMA inspection could mean more Hunt money
After the Columbus Municipal School District filed an appeal with the Federal Emergency Management Agency for using the insurance estimate as a basis, FEMA is finally sending a site inspector to Hunt ro review damages.
North Star Industrial Park prepares for new industries
Garan Manufacturing has been the sole occupant of North Star Industrial Park for a little more than a year, but the Golden Triangle Development LINK is looking to give Garan a few neighbors soon.
Baby formula shortage hampers Golden Triangle parents
Empty store shelves where baby formula is meant to be stocked. Desperate parents driving from store to store hoping their luck is a little better at the next one.
Lemonade Day returns to Golden Triangle June 11
For three of the last four years, children all across the Golden Triangle have built their own lemonade stands and made their own product to sell on a hot summer Saturday to help their community cool down.
New Grant Library head shines light on president’s true legacy
Ulysses S. Grant is more of a Bulldog than you think.
New SOCSD superintendent vows to spend time in schools, classrooms
With 14 years of experience as a superintendent under his belt, Tony McGee will begin his first year as superintendent of Starkville-Oktibbeha Consolidated School District on July 1.
Monday Profile: Graham overcomes brain tumor, dedicates life of service
Every Monday and Wednesday, 20-year-old Akeah Graham finds herself surrounded by children of all ages leading them in an afterschool program she created that focuses on the arts.
SOCSD names Tony McGee new superintendent
Starkville-Oktibbeha Consolidated School District has chosen its new superintendent.
SOCSD adds new classroom, 20 spots to pre-k
The Starkville-Oktibbeha Consolidated School District added 20 more seats to its pre-kindergarten early learning collaborative with an extra classroom at Sudduth Elementary for next school year.
SOCSD approves cell service upgrades
Stronger cell phone network connectivity on the Starkville High School campus is one step closer.
FEMA review could help fill $8.2M Hunt funding gap
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is reviewing actual bid tabs instead of the insurance estimate for the Hunt campus rebuild, according to architect Taylor Guild III of Eley Guild Hardy Architects.
Eighth of May celebration returns to Sandfield Cemetery
Students from Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science gathered on campus in garb fit for another era Thursday, re-reading scripts as they prepare to pay homage to some of the most notable African Americans in Columbus history.
Exchange Club rewards Caledonia pitcher for perseverance
Those gathered in the meeting room at Lion Hills Center on Thursday held their breath as the final award of the day was ready to be announced.
Old Vowell’s Marketplace to become Corner Market
The empty husk of Vowell’s Marketplace has sat empty since November on the top of the hill looming over Highway 12 amid a hub of activity.
Watson wants to shift election responsibilities from Ethics Commission
Starkville Rotarians packed into a conference room at the Hilton Garden Inn on Monday as Mississippi’s Secretary of State Michael Watson spoke about the responsibilities he holds in office.
