Golden Triangle gets $13M from Legislature for projects
The Golden Triangle will have an additional $13.1 million to spend on a variety of projects, including more than $6 million for construction and Mississippi University for Women and $5 million for the Partnership School in Starkville.
Ask Rufus: Looping The Island
Late one recent afternoon, Karen and I joined Stuart and Kallie Phillips on their boat to make a loop around The Island across from Columbus.
KiOR clean-up deadline extended through September
Both Joe Max Higgins and Will Sanders have the month of September circled on their calendar.
KiOR clean-up delays have Port Authority, LINK at odds
It’s pretty quiet these days at the old KiOR site on the Island.
Columbus planning commission OKs amphitheater rezoning
The Columbus Planning Commission has approved a request to rezone a section of The Island for the Sen. Terry Brown Amphitheater.
Public hearing for Island land use set for Tuesday
The city of Columbus will hold a 4 p.m. public hearing Tuesday at the Columbus Municipal Complex to gather input on establishing an urban renewal area.
City takes steps toward Island redevelopment
In an effort to promote more foot traffic and encourage special events on the newly renovated Old Highway 82 Bridge, Columbus councilmen agreed to temporarily waive rental and insurance fees for six months.
Our view: Government’s place
Last night, the Columbus City Council considered plans for development of the portion of an area called “The Island” that lies adjacent to the Columbus Riverwalk and Columbus Soccer Complex, two county/city joint efforts that have proven to be welcomed additions to the city.
Link to partner with Island committee
The Golden Triangle Development Link has agreed to partner with a committee exploring economic development potential for city property on the Island.
City wants county help with Island clean-up
Lowndes County recently gave a 4-to-7-acre parcel it owned in the Island to the city of Columbus but the city is asking county road crews to assist in clearing out the area.
Island group wants LINK involvement
A committee of city and county officials formed earlier this year to discuss development possibilities for the Island wants to bring the Golden Triangle Development Link to the table.
County transfers bridge, Island property to city
Lowndes County supervisors approved a request Tuesday from Columbus Mayor Robert Smith to donate the county’s interest in the Old Tombigbee River bridge and property west of the river to the city.
Bridge grand opening festivities set for Oct. 18
A celebration marking the restoration of the Old Tombigbee River Bridge at the Columbus Riverwalk will begin with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 a.m.
Tombigbee bridge to open next month
It’s official. The city will cut the ribbon on the Old Tombigbee River Bridge on Old Highway 82 at 10 a.m. on Oct. 18.
The city issued a press release Wednesday verifying the pedestrian walkway would be ready in time for the BBQ & Blues Festival scheduled to begin an hour after the ceremony.
Ask Rufus: The Island
Lately there has been much conversation about the future of the Tombigbee cut-off across from Columbus, commonly referred to as the Island. The Island has a long and historic past. Prior to the construction of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway in the late 1970s through early 1980s what is now called the Island was a big bend in the Tombigbee River.
Island committee still weighing options
Committee members selected to brainstorm economic development ideas for the Island are forming a clearer picture of how to proceed, but they also want to hear from the public.
Island advisory group solicits public input
Before the committee formed to brainstorm ideas for redevelopment of the Island met Thursday, committee member and county supervisor Leroy Brooks told of a conversation he had with Robert Williams, known by some in Columbus as “Uncle Bunky” from a local children’s television show he used to host.
Island committee finalized
A team of city officials, county officials and developers has been formed to explore community development in the area known locally as the Island.
It was announced previously that Lowndes County supervisors Leroy Brooks and Jeff Smith as well as Columbus councilmen Gene Taylor and Kabir Karriem would serve on the committee.
New committee to explore development on the Island
There has been much talk over the years about what kind of economic development projects could be lured to the Island, but so far, no one has been able to come to agreement. Now, the Island’s future is on the table again, with the formation of an ad hoc committee to explore options for the once-popular property.
Biofuel company to locate in Columbus (video)
JACKSON — Columbus is first in line to receive one of three renewable biofuel production plants in Mississippi. Governor Haley Barbour announced Thursday KiOR of Houston, Texas, has agreed to invest $500 million to build three facilities in Mississippi and create an estimated 1,000 jobs.
