Lowndes jail inmate dies of apparent medical issue
An inmate at Lowndes County Adult Detention Center died Sunday evening after suffering a “catastrophic medical event.”
‘We will be heard’: Victim’s family demands justice, felony charges in juvenile assault
Frustration with what they see as too-lenient charges brought dozens to the Lowndes County Courthouse lawn Saturday, where the family of a 13-year-old Black child threatened at gunpoint demanded the suspect be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
Auditor seizes hundreds of thousands from cities to pay for overdue financial reports
Jeff Goodwin, director of the Mississippi state auditor’s compliance division, was congenial while describing to Canton officials how the office has taken $352,000 of the city’s revenue to pay for past-due audits – the first time Auditor Shad White has exercised this authority.
A Mississippi monkey sanctuary helps veterans with PTSD find peace
In the embrace of a cheerfully chittering spider monkey named Louie, an Army veteran who grappled for decades with post-traumatic stress disorder says he finally feels at peace.
‘Defunded but not defeated’: How Mississippi Public Broadcasting is navigating budget cuts
Like many Mississippians, Jovani Johnson was raised on PBS Kids. Shows like “Sesame Street” and “Maya & Miguel” were a key part of his early
Ex-mobster turns to faith after leaving life of crime
In 1991, Michael Franzese was feeling hopeless in a federal jail cell in Los Angeles County, California.
‘Great run’ for Jim’s Clothing coming to an end
In 1971, Jim Davis traded in his whistle and gradebook as the Starkville High School football coach for selling double-knit polyester slacks and colorful leisure suits.
EPA pushes to remove more bad dirt from Kerr-McGee site
The Environmental Protection Agency is recommending removing and disposing of the contaminated soil in part of the main plant area at the former Kerr-McGee site as it is cleaned and prepared for eventual reuse.
Food trucks, vendors to be showcased at Columbus Food Court and Market
In 2021, Jill Lehrkamp was looking to start another business in Columbus when she was driving by the old Columbus Carts and Clubs property and saw it listed for sale.
Federal funding cuts to impact local libraries
Golden Triangle libraries are raising concerns about the defunding of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, a small independent federal agency that provides resources and funding to museums and libraries across the country.
Columbus man allegedly produced 1000s of meth tablets per week; 12 arrested
A months-long investigation into a cross-state drug trafficking organization operated out of Lowndes County has led to the arrest of 12 suspects.
Mary Means Business: Indoor playground facility coming to Starkville
After sitting vacant for two years, the former Tuesday Morning location in Starkville is finally getting a playful, new lease on life.
Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally returns next week
Motorcycles will once again be driving through the streets of Sturgis to support the city at this year’s Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
Sheriff, hospital refute mayor’s narrative of officer-involved crash
In a press release issued Monday, Mayor Stephen Jones seemed to claim credit for the sheriff’s office reopening a crash investigation and deflected blame for a mishandled drug test of the city police officer involved in the crash.
Teen to face grand jury after assaulting 13yo with a gun on video
A Caledonia teenager could face felony charges after allegedly threatening and hitting another minor with a gun while recording a video that has since gone viral on Facebook.
Business owner appointed to redevelopment authority
The city council on Tuesday unanimously chose Robert G. Cooper to serve on the Columbus Redevelopment Authority Board.
ATV rider hospitalized after being assaulted on trail
A male victim was found in critical condition at Mudslingers Offroad Trails near the county’s border with Chickasaw County.
CMSD may request an additional $180K for operations
Columbus Municipal School District trustees are weighing a request of $180,104.14 more in ad valorem taxes this fiscal year in a proposal that would not result in an increased tax rate for property owners in the district.
Teen arrested after assaulting another minor on video
A teenager was arrested after allegedly threatening and hitting another minor with a gun while recording a video that had amassed more than 63,000 views on social media since it was posted Sunday.
Jelly Roll to perform at Jeffery Simmons Community Fun Day
July 3, 2025
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