Articles by Theo DeRosa
Columbus doctors offer update on pandemic, give advice on living with COVID-19
Asked during Tuesday’s Rotary Club of Columbus meeting how likely a second wave of COVID-19 is to hit the U.S., Dr. Robert Buckley had a caveat for his audience: The first onslaught of the coronavirus pandemic isn’t over just yet.
Cotton States Baseball League: Full of local talent, Generals led by pitching in season’s first two weeks
The team, which features 11 area players, is still getting into a routine when it comes to hitting, coach Jeffrey Cook said.
Expectations remain high as Caledonia volleyball aims to build on historic season
CALEDONIA — Caledonia High School volleyball coach Samantha Brooks knows there’s pressure — some of it from her — for her team to keep up the momentum after a historic season last fall.
Local hotels begin to bounce back, but things aren’t normal yet
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Mark Castleberry saw his staff come together in a way he’d never seen before.
‘This is great to see them back’: Columbus United Soccer Club returns to action with tryouts
Around 130 players have signed up to play competitive soccer with Columbus United beginning this fall. Thursday’s tryout was the first step in that process.
Nonprofit Mississippi 30 Day Fund aims to be ‘a quick shot in the arm’ for local businesses
Columbus-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce President Lisa James knows a little bit of money can make a big difference for businesses struggling financially.
West Lowndes softball player Takara Givens signs to Mississippi Valley State
Givens became the school’s first softball signee since a player two years ago went to Coahoma Community College.
Secretary of state: Mississippi not yet ready for vote by mail system
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson said Tuesday his opposition to a statewide mail-based voting system is because he’s not sure it’s the safest option for Mississippi — or if it’s even a legitimate possibility anytime soon.
Jeremy Shaw wins second straight Late Model race at The Mag
Shaw started on the pole of the Late Model feature in Saturday’s weekly racing series event at The Mag, led every lap and cruised to a second straight victory in his red and black 1S car.
Nonprofits still find ways to serve despite financial hardship
Candy Crecink, the executive director of the United Way of North Central Mississippi, saw something astounding when volunteers collected donations for the branch’s May Day food drive on May 1, held in the name of COVID-19 relief.
New state grant program could offset costs for local business owners
Daisy Jones-Brown runs Born Beautiful LLC out of her Caledonia home, and she earns much of her income from the business by selling attire, accessories, all-natural and organic products at festivals and shows.
Several local schools begin summer workouts as questions about season linger
Heritage Academy, Starkville Academy, Caledonia and Hebron Christian are among the local schools that have begun workouts for the fall season. Each program is still getting used to the new conditions as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Heritage Academy promotes Chris Ball to head baseball coach, announces two new hires
Ball takes over from Justin Flake a program that won the 2019 MAIS Class AAA championship. The Patriots also hired new head coaches for softball and volleyball.
City of Columbus cancels rec sports leagues; Lowndes County full steam ahead
Columbus Recreation Director Greg Lewis said that a large portion of parents of the 383 players signed up for the league wanted a refund of the league fees due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Starkville Academy hires East Webster’s Lee Berryhill as new softball coach
Berryhill announced his retirement Wednesday, but it didn’t last long. The five-time state champion with the Wolverines will now be coaching the Vols.
Monday Profile: Together at Columbus High and MSMS, high-achieving duo goes separate ways for college
Tierah Macon wanted something different.
Essence Hughes wanted to venture out and try new opportunities.
Area Chambers, MSAs bolster online resources to help small businesses through pandemic
The restaurant was packed.
In the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ray Hamilton, owner of Anthony’s Good Food Market in West Point, took stock of the chock-full dining room and realized it couldn’t last.
Two Oak Hill Academy seniors sign to play college sports
Basketball player Branden Stevenson and tennis player Jacob Davis will be continuing their athletic careers.
Mississippi State softball commit Riley Hull named Kentucky Gatorade player of the year
The 2021 Bulldogs pledge earned the honor Thursday as the best prep player in the state of Kentucky.
For Mississippi State volleyball, standout freshmen and talented transfers offer reasons for optimism
With five freshmen and three transfers in the fold, the Bulldogs will boast a completely new look from a 2019 team that won just two SEC matches last season.