Articles by Robert Scott
Chocolate gravy and biscuits offer a blast from the past
My mom decided she wanted to have a blast from the past this weekend and make a dish she has loved for years, chocolate gravy and biscuits.
Raising (money for) the dead: Columbus Garden Club hosting fundraiser to preserve historic crypt in Friendship Cemetery
Carol Boggess and her husband Joe enjoy walking in Friendship Cemetery, but one thing stood out to them.
100 years and still going strong: Oktoc Garden Club celebrating rich history on Sunday
Velma Blocker moved to Oktoc in the 1920s. Coming from Greenville, she felt isolated in the small community and sought to make a connection with others in the community.
Neither bomb nor gun nor drug is safe from Lowndes K-9 sniffers
The doors to the banquet room at Lion Hills Center open and Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office K-9 “Diablo” enters the room.
Simple spring break recipes to save your sanity
It is spring break. This was one of my favorite times during my school years. A whole week at home was like a treat during the final stretch of the semester.
Could chess take Noxubee County by storm?
Conrad Lapp stares at the board, taking inventory of the pieces at his disposal and weighing every possible outcome in his mind.
Columbus native makes helping veterans his life’s work
April 19, 2005. This is a day that forever changed Army Sgt. Melvin Gatewood’s life, and set him on a path to helping others.
Rotisserie chicken for those fleeting winter days
I have talked about the weather in my last few columns, and this one is no different.
One soup stands above the rest
Shannon Lindell, executive chef at Taste Italian Kitchen in Starkville, stands tall at her station. Aside from her proven experience, she now boasts another accomplishment, one that is perhaps her greatest yet.
Building a vision: Decade-long process comes to fruition with new church building
The year is 2011. Bishop RJ Matthews stands looking over a barren patch of land at 2467 S. Frontage Road, along Highway 82, just outside of Columbus.
He has a vision for the land, a vision that will take more than a decade to come to pass.
CPD investigates Musa arrest as GoFundMe tops $20K and body cam footage is released
Within an hour after it was posted Tuesday afternoon, it had raised $700. By 5 p.m. that day, it was 10 times that.
By press time Wednesday, a GoFundMe for Adelnagi “John” Musa had surpassed $20,500 in donations and brought an outpouring of goodwill that surprised the affable owner of United Deli in East Columbus.
A hearty stew for any time of year
Mississippi’s weather is at it again. It was 80 degrees one day and 50 the next.
Mustache mania takes CFR: Columbus firefighters bonding over their love of facial hair
Columbus Fire and Rescue personnel respond to a call for a structure fire.
A brave firefighter enters the blaze in full turnout gear.
When he emerges, removing his oxygen mask, onlookers are greeted by a thick, luxurious mustache that seems to glisten in the sunlight.
Appetizers for everyone
While I think everyone would agree that the meal is what makes or breaks a dinner party or gathering, I would raise the argument that appetizers are responsible for setting the stage, whether it be for success or failure.
MSU museums keep public interested with fresh exhibits
Matthew Carroll stands looking at the display of bullets and assorted historic ammunition. He sets to work meticulously photographing each individual item for research.
Biography of Columbus native garners numerous accolades
Friday marked what would have been the 115th birthday of Columbus native Walter Lanier “Red” Barber, who is considered by many to be one of the “all-time greats” of sports broadcasting.
From timid to leader: Area Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year candidate has grown within the organization
When Nyema Johnson stepped foot in the Columbus chapter of Boys and Girls Club of America four years ago, she was a shy little girl who barely spoke to anyone.
‘Annie Jr.’ coming to Columbus
Students of Golden Triangle Theatre and Music Academy will get a chance to showcase what they’ve learned for the public beginning Friday when they stage a production of “Annie Jr.”
10-year tourism tax renewal passes House, heads to Senate
A 10-year renewal for the Columbus tourism tax easily passed the House this week and will now be considered by the state Senate.
Mother hopes son’s death can be catalyst for banning Za-Za
“My son was good,” Tracy Morrison said as she fought back tears.
A recovering addict, Christopher Harper Montgomery, 29, struggled with depression and anxiety for much of his life, according to his mother.
