Articles by Robert Scott
Not even a broken back stopped CAFB wing commander’s journey through Air Force
When United States Air Force Col. Justin Grieve was in the fourth grade, he saw something at a friend’s house that set him clearly on a path to military service.
Political newcomers challenge incumbent legislators
A Senate and House incumbent from the Golden Triangle are both facing primary challengers in their bids for reelection, according to the most recent qualifying information filed with the state Republican party.
Wicker’s Chicken, a staple of my childhood
We are digging back into the depths of my childhood again this week to bring out a dish that I have eaten countless times over the years, and still enjoy to this day.
Passing the torch: Son takes dad’s place as circuit judge in courtroom named after him
The 76-year-old retired circuit judge Lee Howard IV sits in his former chambers at the Oktibbeha County Court Annex. This time, he is on the other side of the desk.
Service projects, celebrations planned for MLK Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, and there are a full slate of events planned to celebrate and serve Golden Triangle communities.
Easy air fryer recipes
As most of you who read my column probably know, I recently moved into my own apartment.
Salem SDA Church cuts ribbon, dedicates new sanctuary
The atmosphere was electric on Saturday evening as parishioners and guests filed into Salem Seventh Day Adventist Church’s new building, located at 219 Maple Street in Columbus, for the dedication service.
Fugitive jumps from second-story window, chased down by K9
Terry Lashaun Brooks, 42, who was on the run for several weeks, is back in custody in Lowndes County after being extradited from Missouri on Friday.
George Bryan Sr., businessman, philanthropist, dies at 78
George W. Bryan Sr., a prominent businessman, real estate developer and philanthropist, died of natural causes at his home on Friday. He was 78.
A day to serve, a day to remember: MLK Day events returning to Columbus, Starkville this year
What do you think of when you think of Martin Luther King Day? A day off of work or school? A day when the mail or garbage doesn’t run?
Lowndes man missing since Dec. 9
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for assistance in locating 48-year-old Derek Anthony Gray.
Sweet and sour treat for any time of year
This week, we will take a look at a treat that is another one of my family member’s favorites.
A Look Back: Top Five Recipes of 2022
With 2022 coming to a close, and 2023 just on the horizon, it felt appropriate to look back and reflect.
A month of fasting and a feast: Orthodox Christian Church celebrates Christmas with slate of rituals, services
Opening gifts, attending a church service and then rounding out the day with a family meal.
Officials: Ringing in the New Year with fireworks could spark fines or worse
With the New Year holiday fast approaching, Columbus Mayor Keith Gaskin took time during Tuesday’s city council meeting to remind citizens shooting fireworks in the city limits is illegal.
Sweet treats to elevate Christmas meals
Christmas is now four days away and that means that it is crunch time for planning those meals.
