MSU Libraries commemorate 160th anniversary of Lincoln’s assassination with lecture, exhibit
With the country on the cusp of healing after the Civil War, the sudden assassination of Abraham Lincoln in 1865 stands as one of the most significant and haunting events in American history.
Community Calendar for 4-5-25
Saturday and Sunday ■ Murder on the Orient Express: Starkville Community Theatre presents this adaptation of Agatha Christie’s classic detective novel in “Murder on the
Civil War Roundtable to host last meeting of the season on Tuesday
The last meeting of this season’s Starkville/Golden Triangle Civil War Roundtable will take place on Tuesday at the Golden Triangle Planning and Development Building, 106 Miley Drive.
A Century of Change: Columbus resident remembers WWII service, building NASA spacecraft
At almost 100 years old, Columbus resident David Jones has seen the world change a lot.
Garden Club heels in 1,000 trees, preparing them for distribution
Members of the Starkville Town and Country Garden Club heeled in 1,000 oak trees at the J3 Ranch on Wednesday with the help of Alex Ballard of the Mississippi Forestry Commission.
JA of Columbus announces 2025 Charity Ball Court
Junior Auxiliary of Columbus is pleased to announce the members of the 75th Annual Charity Ball Court to be presented April 5 at the Trotter Convention Center.
Memorial plaque dedication for Arthur Boswell ‘Bos’ Stevens, III slated for April 8
The Starkville Public Library will host a special Memorial Plaque Dedication Service at 11:30 a.m. April 8 during National Library Week, to honor the life and contributions of Arthur Boswell “Bos” Stevens, III to the Starkville-Oktibbeha County Public Library System and the Friends of the Starkville Public Library.
Community Calendar for 3-29-25
Saturday and Sunday ■ The Hunchback of Notre Dame: Golden Triangle Theatre will be performing “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” at the Lyceum at Lee.
Local scouting troop celebrates century of adventure, community service
When a deadly tornado swept through Tupelo in 1936, more than 200 lives and homes were lost. But as law enforcement and other authorities attempted to help the citizens recover, help came from an unexpected place – Starkville’s Troop 14 scouts.
Community Calendar for 3-22-25
Sunday, March 23 ■ Gloria: The Starkville Community Chorus and MSU Choirs will perform together in an arrangement of Rutter’s famous “Gloria.” Other performances will
Eighth Edible Book Festival comes to Columbus-Lowndes Library
The Columbus-Lowndes Public Library System will host its eighth Edible Book Festival at the Columbus downtown branch on April 10 as part of the library’s celebration of National Library Week.
Veteran sports writer shares tales of ‘Eggs’ Noble, addiction recovery
Mississippi State University freshman Clark Randolph Noble sat at the training table one morning, surrounded by his football team. As breakfast platters made their way around, Noble’s eyes were fixed onto a steaming plate of eggs.
Community Calendar for 3-15-25
Saturday, March 15 ■ Starkville Spring Open House: Starkville’s downtown will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., welcoming in spring with a day of
Bridgett Harding shares catering and decorating techniques with garden club
Bridgett Harding, owner of Harding Catering, demonstrated catering and decorating techniques at the March 6 meeting of the Starkville Town and Country Garden Club at the home of Susan Turner.
Celebrating 130 years of hope at Palmer Home
For 130 years, Palmer Home has transformed the lives of children and families – and the work continues.
Spring, summer Adapted Swim Camps at MSU help individuals with special needs
Mississippi State’s Department of Kinesiology hosts its Adapted Swim Camp to teach children and adults with special needs the foundations of swimming and water safety.
‘Rolling Stone better watch out’ for new local music magazine
Music may have the power to unite people and start important conversations generally, but two local music enthusiasts have taken that philosophy to a new level.
MSU quarterback Shapen earns Philanthropic Spirit award
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