Articles by Robert Scott
Weekend bets: Fun things to do in the Golden Triangle this weekend (May 12-14)
This weekend has activities ranging from produce shopping to arts and crafts. There is sure to be something for everyone. B.B. King Tribute Friday,
Republican supervisor candidates to speak at Thursday forum
Citizens of Lowndes County will have the opportunity Thursday to meet the eight Republican candidates for three county supervisor races.
Spice up summer picnics
The temperature is rising, people are beginning to get the pools ready and lawn mowing season is in full swing. You know what that means? Summer is just around the corner.
St. Paul’s May Luncheon in the books
The area around St. Paul’s Episcopal Church was bustling on May 3 as the annual May Luncheon got underway.
Move over Kentucky, this derby’s for dachshunds
Pitter patter, pitter patter. The sound of little feet giving it all they’ve got can barely be heard over the roaring of the crowd. Little
Man in stolen car arrested after police chase
A Tennessee man was arrested and charged with multiple felonies after leading Starkville police on a chase in a stolen vehicle Friday night. Shane Fidler,
What does Emancipation mean today?
For months, students in Chuck Yarborough’s African American History class at Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science have been conducting research.
‘Everyone has mental health’
“Mental health is real,” is chanted by several people, ringing out across the Columbus-Lowndes Soccer Complex.
Mayor laments missed opportunity to leverage ARPA for major flood mitigation
In Columbus Mayor Keith Gaskin’s nearly two years in office, one of his greatest disappointments is how the city is spending its American Rescue Plan Act funds.
Weekend bets: Fun things to do in the Golden Triangle this weekend (May 5-7)
This weekend is jam packed with activities for all ages. From festivals to Dachshunds and even Cinco de Mayo, there is something for everyone to do.
Reese’s Pieces and cookies, the best of both worlds
I know I have gone on record stating I am not a huge sweets person extensively in some of my previous columns, and that remains true.
CLPLS hosted a delicious literary adventure
Columbus-Lowndes Public Library System was host to a literary experience unlike any other last week. The books on display were read, in a way, but there was a catch. These books were edible.
Market Street Festival means fun, food, detours
The 27th annual Market Street Festival is expected to bring thousands to town this weekend, and there will be plenty for everyone to do.
MSU hosts inaugural K-12 poetry festival
Hundreds of kindergarten through 12th grade students from across the state visited Mississippi State University’s campus on Friday for the inaugural Mississippi Young Writers Poetry Festival.
Columbus tradition rolls on for 27th year
A longstanding tradition for the City of Columbus, the Market Street Festival, will celebrate its 27th year, kicking off Friday.
Agreement reached to pave road beside Chick-fil-A
A plan looks to be in place to improve the south end of the road between the Magnolia Place shopping center and Chick-fil-A.
Ex-pastor, head deacon of Second Baptist cleared in civil case
The Mississippi State Court of Appeals overturned a 2020 civil suit ruling against then Second Baptist Church Pastor Joseph Stone and Head Deacon Terry Miller in a decision issued Tuesday.
Breaded barbecue strips for everyone
This week I am taking the opportunity to talk about one of my favorite dishes.
CLPLS traveling exhibits ready to hit the road
A set of traveling exhibits owned by Columbus-Lowndes Public Library System are prepped and ready to live up to the name.
Fisher kicks off Barn Concert Series, speaks at The W
Jessica Willis Fisher, an artist with a story to tell both through her music and book, is coming to town to kick off the Barn Concert Series on Thursday.
Chisolm takes fifth seat on Caledonia aldermen board
June 3, 2025
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