Two interviews held for Columbus COO position
The city of Columbus Hiring Committee interviewed the two finalists for the Chief Operation Officer position on Tuesday, but a time-table for a final decision on the position remains unclear.
Mississippi: Gov. Reeves delivers state-of-state: ‘You are loved. Your state needs you’
Gov. Tate Reeves on Tuesday in his third state-of-the-state address heaped praise on teachers and law enforcement and promised them more pay, vowed to crack down on violent criminals while also helping convicts successfully re-enter society and decried the evils of abortion and teaching of critical race theory.
Suspect in shooting that sent 3 to the hospital turns himself in
The suspect in a Sunday night shooting that sent three people to the hospital with gunshot wounds is in custody, the Columbus Police Department announced Tuesday evening.
MSU professor explains layout of Columbus government
Even though the city of Columbus operates under a special charter, it functions like most municipalities throughout the state, John C. Stennis Institute of Government and Community Development Executive Director Joseph “Dallas” Breen told a gathering of approximately 20 people Monday night.
Sunday shooting sends three to hospital
Columbus police are searching for a suspect in a shooting that sent three people to the hospital Sunday evening.
City OKs tax exemption for JTB Furniture
Columbus City Council unanimously approved a tax abatement Tuesday for equipment purchases for JTB Furniture. The company asked for the help to enable it to remain competitive in an increasingly turbulent business environment.
Watson touts need for updated voter rolls, takes aim at Facebook
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson wants the public to know that elections are safe and secure, but “there is never a perfect election.”
Easley challenges Kitchens for circuit judge
A second candidate has qualified for the Lowndes County circuit court judge position.
Pellum negotiates with city on building for catering, possible new restaurant
Doug Pellum, owner of Zachary’s restaurant, is in negotiations with the city to buy the old Rollins and Crigler building on Second Avenue North.
Carlyle out as Heritage headmaster
Greg Carlyle is out as headmaster at Heritage Academy after nearly a decade in the position.
Warming shelter will reopen tonight
The warming shelter at Propst Park will reopen tonight, Mayor Keith Gaskin announced during his Wednesday press conference.
Council presses on with registrar search
The city council again voted on Tuesday to continue moving forward with hiring a city registrar.
Supes extend extra COVID leave for vaccinated employees
Lowndes County employees who catch COVID-19 will have five fewer days of sick leave after Tuesday’s board of supervisors meeting.
Alabama man arrested in November shooting on Bluecutt
An Alabama man has been arrested in connection with a shooting on Bluecutt Road late last year, according to Police Chief Fred Shelton.
Monday Profile: Garrett Torbert founds group to create performance arts opportunities
Upon moving to the area, Garrett Torbert often heard about the lack of available performance opportunities for children.
Back on the Hunt: Insurance settlement restarts stalled effort to rebuild Hunt campus
Since it was built in the early 1950s, the Hunt school campus on 20th Street North has played considerable parts in Columbus’ social and educational history.
Closed-door COO search narrows to 2 finalists
Two candidates for chief operations officer will be invited to Columbus for in-person interviews next week, according to Mayor Keith Gaskin. However, no names for the front-runners have been released.
COVID, supply chain issues slow Old Stone Hotel redevelopment
“I love the possibility of revitalizing these old properties and keeping them around,” developer Chris Chain told the Columbus Exchange Club Thursday afternoon. “(The buildings are) our heritage.”
Longtime councilman Fred Stewart remembered for his humor, big heart
In his 15 years as a Columbus city councilman, Fred Stewart rarely claimed the spotlight. He was content to leave most of the debating to others, instead preferring a low-key approach.
Scam scare prompts response from CLW
A pair of door-to-door salesmen spawned fear of a utility scam targeting Columbus Light and Water Department customers this week.
