Keillor says he’s sure: He’s retiring from ‘Prairie Home’
Garrison Keillor, creator and longtime host of the popular “A Prairie Home Companion” radio show, says he means it this time: He’s retiring.
At retirement, Tilley honored for servant’s heart for those with special needs
If ears can actually “burn,” Connie Tilley’s surely must have been tinged red on Tuesday.
Volunteer coordinator director retiring
Leslie Peel will retire as the director of Volunteer Columbus on Apr. 15.
Columbus picked as a top retirement destination
Columbus has been chosen a top retirement destination for people looking to settle in small towns.
Starkville fire chief announces retirement
Starkville Fire Chief Rodger Mann will conclude his almost 33-year career with the city by retiring Feb. 22, he announced Tuesday.
Longtime Lowndes circuit clerk to retire
When voters decide who will fill Lowndes County’s elected positions this year, one familiar name will be absent from their ballots.
Long-time Columbus GNC franchise owner retires
Thirty years ago, after working a series of small jobs, often multiple ones at a time, Jo Ann Walk-Ferguson helped open the GNC in Leigh Mall in Columbus.
Now, she has retired.
CLRA’s Short to retire on Dec. 31
“We” is the ideal pronoun for Roger Short.
Instead of doing his job as executive director of the Columbus-Lowndes Recreation Authority as a solitary figure, Short relished the opportunity to identify areas he could help improve the quality of life in the city of Columbus and in Lowndes County.
Port authority moves toward finding new director
The Columbus-Lowndes County Port Authority will advertise in a maritime industry publication and work with a professional staffing agency to find the port’s next director.
Port authority director Hardy retires
The Columbus-Lowndes County Port Authority Board is searching for a new leader after John Hardy retired as director Monday.
Johnson leaves CPD after 40 years of service
After 40 years in law enforcement, Columbus assistant police chief Joe Johnson is retiring.
Johnson’s last day on the job will be June 30.
Island substation named after retiring Harris
Ask anybody who has ever worked with Charlie “C.F.” Harris what they think about him and they’ll tell you two things: He’s a straight shooter, and he’s a pleasure to work with.
Columbus police chief McQueen retires
The Columbus Police Department is looking for a new chief.
Mayor Robert Smith said Chief Selvain McQueen relinquished his vehicle and uniform late Thursday afternoon and announced his retirement.
Barbara Walters sets May 16 for exit
Barbara Walters plans to make her final appearance on “The View” on May 16, part of a daylong retirement celebration that will include ABC News naming its New York headquarters after her.
Letterman’s departure will reshape late-night
Jimmy Fallon’s fast start replacing Jay Leno on the “Tonight” show the past two months had a secondary effect: David Letterman suddenly seemed old.
Monday profile: Weeks stepping down in June as CHA Director
This summer, the Columbus Housing Authority will be undergoing a leadership change after the retirement of Earl Weeks, its executive director of more than 13 years.
Thompson to retire after 30 years with city, county
Lowndes County purchasing clerk Terry Thompson is retiring at the end of this month after six years in that position and 30 years as a state employee.
Fire chief’s retirement is official
Columbus Fire and Rescue Chief Kenneth Moore will retire at the end of the month.
Mayor Robert Smith announced Moore’s retirement at a press conference Monday afternoon.
Longest-serving congressman to retire
Rep. John Dingell, who played a key role in some of the biggest liberal legislative victories of the past 60 years, said Monday that he will not try to add to what is already the longest congressional career in history.
Obama hopes myRA will be first step on retirement
Even proponents of President Barack Obama’s new retirement savings program readily concede it won’t be a cure-all for a nation of people who are saving far too little for their golden years. Many Americans won’t be able to participate initially, and those who do may find the benefits are modest.