Articles by Robert Scott
Goodbye for now
Well, the day I never thought would come is here. As I am writing this, I am preparing to walk out the doors of The Dispatch for the last time, as Lifestyles Editor anyway.
Weekend bets: Fun things to do in the Golden Triangle this weekend (July 28-30)
This weekend has a variety of events to choose from including a fundraising gala, concerts and even Christmas in July! There is sure to be
Meat-free can also be easy
I was thinking recently, I’ve leaned heavily on the animal products in my time writing these columns.
Colom outraising closest opponent almost 3-to-1 in DA’s race
Fundraising in the District 15 Senate race is still neck and neck, but the district attorney’s race is becoming more one-sided with the latest round of campaign finance reports.
Journey through time: Class portrait arrives after 54-year wait
When the Fifth Street High School class of 1969 graduated, graduates went their separate ways as further schooling, military service and life in general got in the way.
A creative way to make meatloaf fun
You either love it or hate it, there is no inbetween. This dish has divided people and households for decades.
‘A Grand Heritage’: A taste of New Orleans in Columbus
If there is one cookbook that stands above the rest in Columbus, it would be “A Grand Heritage.”
Know the ABCs of stopping bleeding
Blood. It is inside all of us. The problems most often arise when it is outside of us.
Downtown goes pink: Let’s Flamingle brings shopping, music, pink birds to Columbus
This summer, you don’t have to go to Florida to see the flamingos.
Supes candidate wants New Hope incorporated
Tony Hannah has perhaps the most ambitious goal should he be elected as Lowndes County’s District 3 supervisor, though he admits it might be a long shot.
Weekend bets: Fun things to do in the Golden Triangle this weekend (July 14-16)
This weekend has a variety of events to choose from including Lemonade Day and a movie night! There is sure to be something for everyone.
Committee: Can CPD handle a ‘Red Cup District’?
A committee consisting of restaurant owners, citizens, a city councilman and the mayor met Wednesday to discuss Columbus’ proposed “Red Cup District” ordinance.
He watched a movie on human trafficking. Then he bought 100 tickets for others to do the same.
When John Fields decided to see the new movie “Sound of Freedom,” he didn’t know what to expect. He read some reviews and knew the subject matter – human trafficking – was a sensitive one.
The most important meal of the day
Most of us have probably heard the saying that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
Community Profile: Watts seeing bigger picture in role with CAC
If you have interacted with a picture, social media post or promotional material for Columbus Arts Council, chances are you’ve seen Stephanie Watts’ work.
Formal petitions against $3M park bond circulating city
Formal petitions seeking signatures opposing the city borrowing $3 million for Propst Park upgrades began circulating Monday.
Summer pop up gives fledgling businesses space to shine
A handful of small businesses throughout the Golden Triangle decided to brave the heat and come out for a midsummer pop up shop in Starkville’s Fire Station Park Saturday.
Become a light in the darkness: Contact Helpline hosting crisis intervention training for community
Suicide. A word no one ever wants to hear. The feeling of hopelessness and despair.
Loosened city nepotism policy could boost recruitment
The city’s nepotism policy over the years has kept Columbus Fire and Rescue from hiring or keeping personnel. Chief Duane Hughes still remembers many of them by name.
Weekend bets: Fun things to do in the Golden Triangle this weekend (July 7-9)
This weekend has a variety of events to choose from including a fundraiser and a couple of pop-up shops! There is sure to be something
Chain’s life in the water leads to a lap around Key West
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