Articles by Robert Scott
New building allows for expansion of Starkville arts
Imagine a room, 15-by-15 feet. No windows to allow in natural light. Four desks situated in the middle of the room, taking up the bulk of the space.
Culinary building set for spring completion at MUW
Mississippi University for Women’s campus will soon be seeing a new building open, and it hopes to add another in the near future.
Tea cakes just like grandma used to make
One of the fondest memories of my childhood is when my maternal grandmother, Nonny as we grandkids called her, would come and read to my class in elementary school.
Photo: Tales from the Crypt
Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science students, from left, Aly Griffitt, Pierre Bomhold and Ella Mcleod talk as they peruse books at the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library Thursday afternoon.
A musical resurgence: Director looks to rebuild girlchoir post-COVID
Cherry Dunn has been leading the Columbus Girlchoir for almost two decades. However, she now has more on her plate than just leading the group.
A skillet adds a crispy twist to deep dish pizza
When we think of childhood and our favorite meals, pizza is sure to pop up sooner rather than later.
Community rallies around beloved waitress following house fire
When entering Starkville Cafe, one thing sure to stand out through the sea of faces is the smile of Shirley Powell.
Golden Triangle Theatre finds new home at old church
The Golden Triangle Theatre has found a new home in a familiar place, the former First Baptist Church building on Seventh Street North in downtown Columbus.
A new adventure in a familiar place
It is now official that I am the new lifestyles editor for The Dispatch. My name is on the dotted line, though the ink is still a little damp, but nevertheless I thought I’d take this time to introduce myself.
Photo: Barbershop gives free back to school haircuts
Spotlight Barbershop partnered with BLUprint Foundation, and its founder Marcus Stokes, to give 100 free haircuts to 100 kids on Wednesday, Aug. 3.












