Community Profile: Mississippi football legend spends past 35 years as business owner
“I know you ain’t at home. You’re going somewhere. Tomorrow!”
The stern challenge from his high school coach, Ray Self, stuck with James “Cubby” Harris for nearly 50 years.
Brooksville bee farmer dies in fishing accident
A Brooksville man is dead after an apparent fishing accident, Lowndes County Coroner Greg Merchant told The Dispatch.
No injuries reported in Sunday house fire
COLUMBUS – A Sunday afternoon fire that caused significant damage to a Columbus home is under investigation, Columbus Fire and Rescue Chief Duane Hughes told
Ask The Dispatch: What happened to the $700M transmission line planned to cut through the Golden Triangle?
Back in 2016, more than 6,000 Mississippi residents received letters alerting them of a proposed high voltage direct current transmission line that would cross through
Working smarter not harder, DARPA’s Albatross program takes off at MSU
An albatross is a bird known for flying in wind currents and other weather conditions for thousands of miles without having to flap its wings.
Civilian driver suffers brain bleed after collision with CPD patrol car
A civilian injured in a Wednesday collision with a Columbus Police Department patrol vehicle is currently hospitalized in Jackson.
Only 78 absentee ballots requested so far for Dist 41 House race
There’s just two weeks left to vote absentee in the special election for the District 41 state representative seat.
Garbage collection rates will stay the same…for now
Residential garbage collection rates in the city will remain the same at least through August 2026.
Sanders works internship at Rep. Kelly’s office
Kate Sanders, a Columbus native and rising senior at University of Mississippi, is participating in a 12-week internship with 1st District Rep. Trent Kelly’s office in Washington, D.C.
Eupora woman killed in fatal wreck in Oktibbeha County
A Eupora woman was killed in a two-vehicle accident Wednesday morning in Oktibbeha County.
An ‘inhumane, unexplainable’ murder: man gets life
A Clay County Circuit Court jury on Wednesday found a West Point man guilty for the 2022 capital murder of Mikel Craven.
W science camp at Plymouth Bluff gets kids outside with nature
Cups of purple water sit before tables of students in a room at Plymouth Bluff Environmental Center.
2 men arrested for alleged armed robbery while out on bond
Two Columbus men are behind bars after allegedly robbing a man while out on bond for other charges.
Back to school events, supplies drives scheduled for weekend
As teachers and students across the Golden Triangle gear up for a new school year, community members are stepping in to make sure their needs are met before the first bell rings.
Allegro launches hub of resources to help combat human trafficking
After spending several months training on how to identify people impacted by human trafficking, staff at Allegro Family Clinics started displaying signs in clinic bathrooms explaining how victims could get help.
Coast judge upholds secrecy in politically charged case. Media appeals ruling.
A Jackson County Chancery Court judge is denying the public access to a case that involves several politically connected Mississippians and their failed venture to ticket uninsured motorists using cameras and artificial intelligence.
Suspect arrested in Sunday drive-by in Artesia
A man wanted for a weekend drive-by shooting is behind bars after turning himself in Tuesday.
Starkville, Columbus sales tax revenue stumbles
Both Starkville and Columbus’ sales tax collections faltered this month, with Starkville’s dropping by 23.14% and Columbus’ falling 1.15% from June.
One officer hit by vehicle, another bitten by suspect
Two Columbus police officers suffered non-fatal injuries Wednesday afternoon after apprehending a suspect wanted in Clay County.
Former drug dealer turned executive chef to speak at 2025 Welty Gala
Award-winning chef and New York Times best-selling author Jeff Henderson will be the featured speaker for Mississippi University for Women’s 2025 Welty Gala, the university announced Wednesday.
Deputies searching for two suspects in Sunday double homicide
June 29, 2025
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