Perkins opposed to ‘subjective’ pay raises
When the Starkville Board of Aldermen Monday voted to move forward with plans for an ad valorem tax increase and a hike in sanitation fees, Ward 6 Alderman Roy A. Perkins was vehemently opposed.
Events honor end of World War II, remember area’s aviation history
STARKVILLE — With the 65th anniversary of the end of World War II approaching, some of Oktibbeha County’s biggest history buffs are preparing for a weekend event to honor area veterans.
Motorists urged to use caution around cyclists
While more and more cyclists are taking to the streets of Starkville, motorists are being urged to follow a new state law which sets a minimum space requirement when passing bicycles on the road.
Starkville residents facing tax increase
Residents of Starkville could soon face a tax increase. The Starkville Board of Aldermen Monday voted 4-3 to instruct the city clerk’s office to compose a 2010-2011 fiscal year budget which includes a .45-mill tax increase.
New schools showcased in Starkville
As 6-year-old Alvin Rogers walked through the new classroom wing at Sudduth Elementary School Sunday afternoon and entered the gymnasium, he gestured excitedly at the high ceiling, bright white floors and wide open space.
Starkville board’s first year marked by success, controversy
It has been nearly 14 months since Starkville Mayor Parker Wiseman and the Board of Aldermen took office with plans to upgrade city infrastructure, improve residents’ quality of life and oversee the construction of a new, state-of-the-art municipal complex.
At Sturgis motorcycle rally, some bikers spread gospel
Dozens of church groups and Christian motorcycle clubs were among those packing Sturgis this weekend for the Sturgis South Motorcycle Rally.
Special events on tap Saturday, Sunday for Starkville schools
Education gets a two-day celebration in Starkville this weekend as parent organizations are holding events to raise money for education and to show off the new schools.
Pat Station Road Extension construction begins in Starkville
The woods west of Old West Point Road have been cleared and the surveyors’ flags have been laid as construction began this month on the Pat Station Road extension project.
Back in the saddle: Bikers invade tiny Sturgis for All-Bike Motorcycle Rally
STURGIS — Gray clouds hung over Sturgis most of the day Wednesday, but the mud and the rain did little to dampen the mood in this town of less than 300 people as residents and vendors prepared for the Sturgis South All-Bike Motorcycle Rally.
Police on the lookout for shoplifting team
The Starkville Police Department is searching for a group of women suspected of shoplifting at several businesses throughout the city.
MSU vet students to hold charity dog wash Saturday
Man’s best friend can receive the “spa treatment” this Saturday at the Oktibbeha County Co-Op when Mississippi State University veterinary students host a charity dog wash.
Aldermen grapple over budget, tax increase
With one side speaking out against a tax increase and the other saying one is necessary to maintain city services, the Starkville Board of Aldermen Tuesday night rejected three different budget options for the 2010-2011 fiscal year.
Woman arrested for grand larceny
The Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department arrested a Starkville woman Tuesday morning on a warrant for grand larceny.
Police investigating shots fired at Brookville Gardens
No injuries were reported following a Sunday night shooting at Brookville Gardens Apartments.
Oktibbeha Supervisors looking into vicious dog laws
In the wake of three recent dog attacks south of Starkville, the Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors is looking into measures to help control dangerous animals.
Red Cross hires new office head
The Oktibbeha County branch of the American Red Cross now has a full-time office coordinator.