2013 will be remembered for both its good and its bad
No year is ever one thing and not the other. The good comes with the bad as the pages on the calendar turn. There are moments of disappointment, anger and disbelief often intermingled with feelings of pride, reassurance and optimism. Tragedies and triumphs rub elbows. 2013 was that sort of year.
2013 was a year of changes in Starkville
For better or worse, there was nothing status quo in Starkville in 2013.
From school consolidations to a seismic shift in city politics that claimed a well-regarded city administrator as a victim to the abrupt depature of two police chiefs to progress on the much-delayed Mill project, 2013 was a year of change.
First West Nile case reported for 2013
JACKSON — The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting the first human case of West Nile virus for 2013. The case was reported in
Analysis: 2013 session mixes substance, silliness
Mississippi lawmakers approved substantial public policy changes during their 2013 session, with an emphasis on trying new approaches to public education.
Races shaping up in Columbus municipal elections
Election season is in full swing in Columbus as incumbents and challengers began qualifying Wednesday for this year’s municipal elections.
AP Interview: Bryant says education is top issue
Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant said education dominates his 2013 legislative agenda, from merit pay for teachers to charter schools that will receive public funding but be free of some state regulations.
Our view: 2013, What a year it could be!
In a few hours, we will be finished with 2012. For better or worse, we will need a rear-view mirror to see 2012.
As the old year passes, a new year stretches out before us. That’s the way it is with years: No sooner are you finished with one than another shows up to deal with.
Without a doubt, 2013 is certain to bring its share of challenges, but with those challenges come opportunities as well.