Water park sues Oktibbeha County for not maintaining lake dam
Starkville water park Wet N Wild has sued Oktibbeha County for breach of contact, alleging county officials’ failure to maintain the Oktibbeha Lake dam’s levee violated its lease with the park.
Water park ready for influx of Memorial Day Weekend visitors
A local water park manager says Starkville Wet ‘N Wild is ready to handle Memorial Day Weekend’s unofficial start of beach season at Oktibbeha County Lake.
Barnetts hope to preserve lake’s beauty with investment
Like many county residents, John Barnett spent many of his younger days at the Oktibbeha County Lake.
He grew up down the road from the body of water and learned to ski at the lake. Over time, Barnett said, the elements began overtaking the lake, transforming the once-beautiful landmark.