In Memoriam
The year will be remembered for the devastating effects of COVID-19, which took the lives of some of our most-loved residents.
2019: Columbus’ year in review
Much of the news in Columbus and Lowndes County was dominated by effects of a devastating EF-3 tornado that touched down in the city in February, resulting in millions of dollars of damage.
2019: Starkville’s year in review
Development, or at least the promise of future development, dominated headlines in Starkville and Oktibbeha County in 2019.
Photo: First Golden Triangle baby of 2019
Magnolia Leigh Holdiness was the first baby of 2019 born at OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville. She is Trevor and Courtney Holdiness’ firstborn. Due on Jan. 21, Magnolia surprised her parents with an early arrival at 3:40 a.m. Tuesday. She weighed seven pounds, eight ounces, and was 19 inches long.
Tax bills, bond projects highlight legislative goals
When the Mississippi Legislature convenes in Jackson for its 2019 session on Jan. 8, it won’t quite be business as usual.