Caskets likely from the 1800s found unmarked in Friendship Cemetery
Four metallic caskets potentially dating back to the mid 1800s were discovered in unmarked graves during a funeral service held earlier this month at Friendship Cemetery.
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Hosemann unveils $326 million ‘sustainable, cautious’ tax cut plan
Republican Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann on Wednesday unveiled a $326 million tax cut package that reduces the state income tax and the sales tax on groceries and raises the gasoline tax to fund road work.
Leach pitches green workforce training partnership between EMCC, The W
No matter if Darren Leach wins the mayoral election, he has big ideas for a future partnership between Mississippi University for Women and East Mississippi Community College.
Man acquitted on self-defense claim of fatally shooting father
A Lowndes County Circuit Court jury on Wednesday acquitted a man who claimed he killed his father in self-defense.
Council still lukewarm on using unfinished amphitheater
Golden Triangle Theatre may have to find a different venue for its summer camp performance, after the city council gave a lukewarm response to a request to host the show at the Sen. Terry Brown Amphitheater.
Court-ordered redistricting will require do-over legislative elections this year
Five Mississippi House seats will be re-decided in a November special election, pending court approval, under a resolution the House approved to comply with a federal court order.
Ole Miss graduate facing new charge of hiding Jimmie ‘Jay’ Lee’s body
The University of Mississippi graduate accused of killing Jimmie “Jay” Lee was indicted on tampering with physical evidence, a new charge that comes on the heels of the unexpected discovery of Lee’s body last week.
Data shows higher crime rate at MSU compared to MUW as schools vie to house MSMS
As Mississippi University for Women and Mississippi State University prepare to pitch their plans to house the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science, crime rates on each campus could play a role in shaping their proposals.
28th Magnolia Film Fest to feature more ‘female-centric’ works
Filmmakers from all over are working to bring magic to the big screen and a record number of independent films to the 28th annual Magnolia Film Festival.
Mary Means Business: The Paint Store shutters in Columbus
After 50 years, The Paint Store in Columbus has officially closed.
MSU business students earn real-world chops in class
Last spring, a group of Mississippi State University’s business students helped advise Taylor Logistics, a company based in Louisville, on ways to improve its operations.
Ask The Dispatch: What do local governments want from the legislature this year?
With this year’s state legislative session well underway, local government agencies have either formed or are finalizing their wish lists for state funding.
Ward 2 challenger files police report against incumbent for ‘threat’
A challenger for the Ward 2 council seat claims the incumbent and current vice mayor threatened her Monday after a hearing on ballot qualifications.
Comprehensive plan in works for Oktibbeha
County supervisors are calling public meetings to draft a new comprehensive plan, giving residents a chance to shape the direction of their county for years to come.
Raymond drops out of Ward 5 council race, endorses Jeter
A candidate who was running for Ward 5 city councilman has dropped out.
Education: Hope Week returns to Caledonia High School this week
Members of Caledonia High School’s Hope Squad were busy in home room and at lunch last week preparing for Hope Week, which begins Monday and runs all week at the school.
Education: New dorms, sidewalks, career technical building among planned improvement
Multiple capital improvement projects are under way on East Mississippi Community College’s Scooba and Golden Triangle campuses, with others in the works.
Health Brief: Noxubee Medical Complex expands services with new neurology outpatient clinic
Noxubee Medical Complex is excited to announce the addition of a new neurology outpatient service line to its growing list of specialty care offerings.
Education: MSU’s Rokooei uses Fulbright Specialist award for Uzbekistan urban planning project
A Mississippi State faculty member in the Department of Building Construction Science is the university’s latest recipient of the prestigious Fulbright Specialist Program award.
Education: The W’s first-gen program takes ‘flight’
Mississippi University for Women is continuing its focus on first-generation students with its umbrella program, First in Flight.
Nearly 4 inches of rain dump on area Sunday morning
June 8, 2025
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