Public’s help requested in search for missing woman
Police are requesting the public’s help in locating a woman last seen on Thursday.
Mississippi begins partial SNAP benefit distribution for November
The Mississippi Department of Human Services is distributing partial Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program benefits in November.
Columbus teacher arrested for possession of weed, meth
A Columbus High School teacher was arrested Monday on drug charges following a traffic stop.
Ask The Dispatch: When it comes to Columbus homes, what’s in a name?
If you’ve ever walked through Columbus’ historic neighborhoods, it’s noticeable that these antebellum homes aren’t just numbered – they carry names.
Community Profile: White brothers carry lessons of service, integrity through military, civilian careers
COLUMBUS – On the way to the assembly line at Airbus, a sign reads, “392 days without an accident.” It’s a reminder of the care
“We’ve got a lot of learning to do”: Bulldogs swarmed by No. 16 Cyclones
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Mississippi State men’s basketball was served a rude awakening up north on Monday, falling 96-80 against No. 16 Iowa State. The
West Point man charged with church burglary
CLAY COUNTY – A man accused of burglarizing a West Point church was extradited to Clay County on Friday after being arrested in Pennsylvania. Caleb
Two teens killed in two-vehicle crash Sunday morning
Two passengers died and four were injured Sunday morning in a two-vehicle crash near West Tibbe Road.
Two teens injured in Friday night shooting
Police are investigating a Friday night shooting that left two teens injured.
Holiday music rings through downtown with new speaker system debut
COLUMBUS – “Deck the Halls” drifted across Main Street on Friday morning, signaling that the holiday season had officially arrived downtown. For the first time,
Rapid Recap: No. 5 Georgia 41, Mississippi State 21
STARKVILLE – Mississippi State fell in SEC play once again on Saturday, taking a 41-21 beating from No. 5 Georgia at Davis Wade Stadium. The
State Fountain Bakery returns to roots at Perry Food Hall
Behind the counter of State Fountain Bakery, Emily Tibbs moves quickly, greeting a steady stream of Mississippi State University students and faculty as they file in and out of the bakery’s storefront Friday morning in Perry Food Hall.
SNAP pause strains families, sparks wave of community support
Makayla Rose hesitated last week before she posted on Facebook, asking if anyone knew where she could find food for her family.
Lowndes man killed in a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 69
A Lowndes County man died in a two-vehicle crash Thursday evening.
Oktibbeha man sentenced to life for 2021 murder
An Oktibbeha Circuit Court jury found Benjamin Brownlee Jr. guilty of first-degree murder and attempted murder on Thursday.
Explosion at Mississippi chemical plant causes ammonia leak, evacuations
An explosion at a hydrogen and nitrogen product manufacturer in Mississippi on Wednesday caused an ammonia leak and forced nearby residents to evacuate, officials said.
Last monkey on the loose after Mississippi highway crash is captured after being spotted by resident
The last monkey on the loose among several that escaped after a Mississippi highway crash has been found and captured, authorities said Thursday.
Holiday drives gear up to help families across Golden Triangle
As the holiday season rounds the corner and temperatures continue to drop, local organizations are preparing to help those most in need.
Fire at SDI carbon plant injures two contractors
A flash fire injured two contract workers Thursday at SDI Biocarbon Solutions plant on Manufacturers Drive.
Plans stalled for monument honoring Black WWI soldiers
Officials are still working to finalize plans to honor 12 Black soldiers and two white soldiers whose names were omitted from the World War I monument at the Lowndes County Courthouse.
Jelly Roll to perform at Jeffery Simmons Community Fun Day
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