Pedestrian killed on Highway 50 identified as homeless man
A pedestrian who was killed Saturday after being struck while walking on the side of Highway 50 has been identified.
Columbus mayor calls out supervisor’s alleged remarks about 5G tower
Mayor Keith Gaskin on Wednesday called out Lowndes County Board of Supervisors President Trip Hairston for supposedly engaging in the type of city-county bickering that “hurts citizens” and “holds the community back.”
Human trafficking victim found in Columbus hotel bathroom
Two people were arrested Wednesday in a human trafficking case, after police found a female victim Sunday afternoon in a Columbus hotel bathroom.
Despite alcohol concerns, event venue cleared near C&G
The city council on Tuesday cleared the way for a event venue to open on Northside. But the approval came over a neighbor’s objection and with some advice for the business owner from a council member.
Pedestrian, driver killed in separate Lowndes County accidents
Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating two separate crashes in Lowndes County, one that took the life of a pedestrian and another that killed the driver.
Education: Caledonia Elementary’s Thomas Jr. named district’s Teacher of the Year
Terrance Thomas Jr. was lost.
Stark Aerospace expansion to bring 96 new jobs
Lowndes County is seeing the fruits of a recent missile contract between the U.S. Navy and Stark Aerospace, with the company announcing Monday an expansion with 96 new jobs.
Leach believes his past prepares him to lead Columbus into future
When Darren Leach returned to Columbus in June 2007, he said it was much the way Jewish leader Nehemiah returned to Jerusalem in the Old Testament.
County threatens to sue solar company over road damage
Supervisors are considering legal action against a renewable energy provider, claiming the company failed to reimburse the county for repairs of Gilmer-Wilburn Road caused by construction traffic for a solar farm project.
Smelly, discolored water and dead fish were first. Now, the state is investigating.
Chris Herring was taking his daughters to hunt on his land off of East Lindsey Ferry Road the Friday before Thanksgiving when he noticed a foul smell.
Remembrance: Loved ones of violent crime victims find comfort, community at tree lighting ceremony
After losing her son in 2015, Carol Haywood and her husband, Harvey Haywood, found comfort during the holiday season by traveling to Flowood for a remembrance ceremony.
Pickleball courts could be in play by this summer
The city council has all but approved final bids to convert most of Propst Park’s tennis courts into pickleball courts with new foundations and renovations to both the fencing and sidewalks.
Woman arrested after chase in stolen car ends on Highway 45
A Columbus woman was arrested Wednesday after allegedly leading Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office deputies on a chase in a stolen vehicle that ended on Highway 45 South.
Columbus bookstore wins statewide award for community events
Columbus’ own Friendly City Books is getting statewide recognition for its work organizing events and book giveaways that range from simply brightening people’s day or to sparking conversations on some of Mississippi’s toughest issues.
Argument over ‘Madden’ football video game leads to stabbing
A Columbus man has been arrested after allegedly stabbing someone during an argument over the “Madden” football video game.
Supes president: Aluminum mill should jumpstart retail, housing
When Aluminum Dynamics opens and starts producing aluminum, your fast food order won’t be right for about six months.
CMSD’s campus mergers could mean ‘tough decisions’ about staffing levels
Along with laying the groundwork for bond projects, Columbus Municipal School District is preparing to move forward with grade-span campus consolidation in an attempt to address declining enrollment.
Planning commission shoots down 5G tower proposal
If it were up to the city planning commission, AT&T wouldn’t build a 5G cellular tower on Lowndes County property north of the Roger Short Soccer Complex.
Education: W students learn about career opportunities, internships during Ingalls tour
Ingalls Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, recently welcomed a group of W students, faculty and staff to its campus in south Mississippi for a comprehensive tour of the facilities and the opportunity to learn about career opportunities with the manufacturer.
Education: LCSD receives $35K contribution from Alliance Health Center Inc.
The Lowndes County School District’s prekindergarten program received a $35,000 contribution from Alliance Health Center Inc. on Nov. 19.
MSU quarterback Shapen earns Philanthropic Spirit award
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