The Caldwells celebrate 60th anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Caldwell, of Columbus, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on July 30, 2025. They were married July 30, 1965 at Mt.
Taking on the number one threat to the yard of your dreams: weeds
If you’re a homeowner who takes pride in your lawn, you know how big a headache weeds are.
MSU K-9 retires after 11 years on force
Several years ago, when a young girl went missing in the woods in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi State University Police Department was called to assist the search. And thanks to countless hours of training and preparation, Sgt. Patrick Jenkins and his K-9 partner Migel were ready when it counted.
In the Garden with Felder: Gardening through the summer stupor
Summer doldrums are upon us, and I am hunkered down for the duration, going outside only when absolutely necessary because sorry, but TV meteorologists’ teasers about “a chance of afternoon thunderstorm” no longer give me hope of a respite.
Clay Bowen: We only part to meet again
I often joke about saying goodbye at the grocery store. You know the scenario. You’re standing in the produce section picking out bananas and along comes an acquaintance or friend. Small talk ensues, goodbyes are exchanged, then you bag your bananas and continue with your shopping.
Grow with O: Summer in the country
It has been a warm July day in rural eastern Lowndes County. I mowed most of the morning and was very thankful to see David and John David making an appearance.
Porch perfect: Easy upgrades that make a lasting first impression
Whether you’re hosting neighbors for sweet tea or just enjoying the breeze after a long day, the front porch is having a moment.
Rome gears up for Holy Year’s monumental Catholic youth rally in scorching temperatures
Half a million young people are expected to pour into Rome next week for the biggest event of the 2025 Holy Year: a weeklong Jubilee celebration for young Catholics that will sorely test their tolerance for heat and the Eternal City’s ability to provide public services, security and logistical support during its peak tourist season.
A group of Catholics revitalized a remote Arizona village before the diocese ordered them to leave
The village of Concho in the Arizona high desert is home to about 50 people — barely a dot in a sprawling, dusty landscape speckled with clumps of grass, scrub oak and juniper. Concho, about 200 miles northeast of Phoenix, has one restaurant, a Dollar General and a gas station that closes at 7 p.m.
Sites & Bites: Follow George Washington’s lead: make your own ice cream
Ever wonder how Americans in the old days made it through a long, hot summer without central air conditioning? According to historical records, they made ice cream.
Make summer pop with a super snack
When it comes to summer snacking, it’s hard to top the combination of favorite seasonal flavors.
No meat, no arguments, just Marry Me Chickpeas
When my husband and I first got married, we found out how much we disagreed about food.
Butter Together: These bars are oat-standing
Well, those of us in Starkville have started school again. That means I am brainstorming slow cooker dinners and stocking up on lunch meat.
Unlock an ancient secret to nutritious meals and snacks
A nutrition boost for your daily menus can go a long way for families focused on making healthy eating decisions. If you’re looking for an easy way to add nutrients to your meals, the ancient grain sorghum could be the solution you’ve been looking for.
Robert St. John: What pancakes know and who made them best
Some things in life are constant. For some people it’s a favorite hymn or a favorite breed in a family dog. For me, it’s music, football, Mississippi – and pancakes.
Sherry Ivy: Don’t let the devil set you up
The devil has many tactics and schemes he will try to use against us to set us up. That’s why as Christians we have to stay fully dressed with the whole armor of God daily; so we will not fall for them.
Southern Gardening: ColorBlaze coleus make a big, reliable garden impact
Coleus are often used in the background for foliage, but I think they deserve attention for their bold foliage and personality.
Community Calendar for 7-19-25
Saturday, July 19 ■ Dancing in the Park: KMG Creations Productions is hosting its 16th annual Dancing in the Park event at 9-11 a.m. at
Columbus Rotarians attend international convention
Officers from the Rotary Club of Columbus recently returned from the Rotary International Convention held June 21-25 in Calgary, Canada.
Deputies searching for two suspects in Sunday double homicide
June 29, 2025
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