Starkville Breaking News
BREAKING NEWS
Clay County Man Arrested After Chaotic Cemetery Pursuit
News Summary A 26-year-old man from Clay County, Mississippi, named Jaylen Saul, is facing multiple charges after a wild police chase through Greenwood Cemetery. Saul is accused of causing damage...
West Point Police Search for Missing Man Timothy Dawayne Gillespie
News Summary The West Point community is on high alert as local police issue a missing person alert for 50-year-old Timothy Dawayne Gillespie, last seen without a shirt in the...
West Point Man Takes Responsibility for Nightclub Incident
News Summary Alonzo Seals, a 29-year-old resident of West Point, has pleaded guilty to shooting into a building at C’s Place nightclub last July. Thankfully, no injuries were reported. Seals...
Columbus, MS Major Drug Bust Targets Local Businesses
News Summary Columbus, Mississippi, experienced a significant drug bust on January 16, 2025, involving a sting operation that targeted four local businesses suspected of illegal marijuana sales. The Lowndes County...
Columbus Residents Reeling from Recent Shooting Incident
News Summary Columbus, Mississippi is grappling with the aftermath of a shooting on January 12, 2023, that left a juvenile injured. The incident has raised safety concerns within the community,...
Starkville Family Seeks Help in Finding Missing Man
News Summary The Starkville Police Department is urgently asking for assistance in locating Sylvester Warren Jr., who has been missing for two to three months. His family is distraught and...
Starkville Academy Dominates Pillow Academy in 68-42 Win
News Summary Starkville Academy showcased an impressive performance on Tuesday night, defeating Pillow Academy with a score of 68-42. Led by standout players Brayden Frazier, Kaleb Prather, and DJ Spencer,...
Starkville Auto Burglary Incident Raises Community Concerns
News Summary Starkville residents are in shock after the recent arrest of Jordan McAtee, an 18-year-old, for auto burglaries occurring on January 12. The Starkville Police Department has charged him...
Starkville Sportswriter Honored as Mississippi’s Best
News Summary Robbie Faulk, a sportswriter for the Starkville Daily News, has been named Mississippi Sportswriter of the Year by the National Sports Media Association. His dedication to high school...
Major Drug Bust in Mississippi: Cocaine and Fentanyl Seized
News Summary In a significant drug bust in Columbus, Mississippi, law enforcement discovered 7 kilos each of cocaine and fentanyl during a traffic stop. The suspect, Daryl Dewayne Crowden, was...
POLITICS
Development Project Approved in Starkville
News Summary The Board of Aldermen in Starkville has approved a setback variance for a significant mixed-use development project near 521 S. Montgomery Street. The decision, made on January 7,...
Mississippi State University Unveils Hidden Civil Rights Stories
News Summary Mississippi State University (MSU) has been awarded a $123,403 grant from CLIR for a project aimed at digitizing untold civil rights stories of Black Mississippians. This initiative, titled...
Brookville Garden Community Achieves Impactful Coat Drive
News Summary Brookville Garden residents united for a successful coat drive, distributing 237 winter coats to local children and adults in need. BG on the Rise led the initiative, promoting...
Starkville Prepares for Competitive Mayoral Race
News Summary Starkville is buzzing with anticipation as three candidates officially enter the mayoral race: incumbent Mayor Lynn Spruill, former Fire Chief Charles Yarbrough, and computer science teacher Brenna Betts....
Starkville Community Unites for Christmas Celebration
News Summary On Christmas Day, Starkville residents demonstrated their community spirit by providing home-cooked meals for first responders and support for displaced families. Almost Like Home has organized this initiative...
Theo Hummer Returns to MSMS After 30 Years
News Summary Columbus, Mississippi, celebrates the return of local graduate Theo Hummer, who has come back to teach poetry and music at the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science after...
CRIME
Clay County Man Arrested After Chaotic Cemetery Pursuit
News Summary A 26-year-old man from Clay County, Mississippi, named Jaylen Saul, is facing multiple charges after a wild police chase through Greenwood Cemetery. Saul is accused of causing damage...
West Point Police Search for Missing Man Timothy Dawayne Gillespie
News Summary The West Point community is on high alert as local police issue a missing person alert for 50-year-old Timothy Dawayne Gillespie, last seen without a shirt in the...
West Point Man Takes Responsibility for Nightclub Incident
News Summary Alonzo Seals, a 29-year-old resident of West Point, has pleaded guilty to shooting into a building at C’s Place nightclub last July. Thankfully, no injuries were reported. Seals...
Columbus, MS Major Drug Bust Targets Local Businesses
News Summary Columbus, Mississippi, experienced a significant drug bust on January 16, 2025, involving a sting operation that targeted four local businesses suspected of illegal marijuana sales. The Lowndes County...
Columbus Residents Reeling from Recent Shooting Incident
News Summary Columbus, Mississippi is grappling with the aftermath of a shooting on January 12, 2023, that left a juvenile injured. The incident has raised safety concerns within the community,...
Starkville Family Seeks Help in Finding Missing Man
News Summary The Starkville Police Department is urgently asking for assistance in locating Sylvester Warren Jr., who has been missing for two to three months. His family is distraught and...
ECONOMY
Columbus, MS Major Drug Bust Targets Local Businesses
News Summary Columbus, Mississippi, experienced a significant drug bust on January 16, 2025, involving a sting operation that targeted four local businesses suspected of illegal marijuana sales. The Lowndes County...
SPORT
Quilt Exhibition Showcases Mississippi Culture at Oktibbeha County Heritage Museum
News Summary This January, the Oktibbeha County Heritage Museum in Starkville, Mississippi, will host a quilt exhibition by the Southern Fiber Artists group. The exhibition celebrates Mississippi’s rich culture and...
Ole Miss and Mississippi State Women’s Basketball Clash in Starkville
News Summary On January 18, basketball enthusiasts in Starkville will witness a thrilling matchup as the Ole Miss Rebels face the Mississippi State Bulldogs. This heated rivalry marks the 107th...
Philadelphia Sparks Debate Over NL MVP Honors Amid Castellanos’ Support for Iglesias
Philadelphia Sparks Debate Over NL MVP Honors In the bustling atmosphere of Philadelphia, the baseball chatter has been buzzing around a bold statement made by Nick Castellanos, outfielder for the...
Sacramento Kings Ignite Fan Excitement with Thrilling Win Streak
Sacramento Kings Fans Getting Fired Up Over Recent Win Streak Hey there, basketball enthusiasts! If you’ve been keeping an eye on the Sacramento Kings, you might have noticed something pretty...
Philadelphia Eagles Secure Wild Card Victory Amid Controversial Saquon Barkley Decision
Philadelphia Eagles vs. New York Giants: A Wild Card Game to Remember This past Sunday in Philadelphia, the excitement surrounding the NFL Wild Card game was palpable. Fans packed the...
Rookie QB Jayden Daniels Leads Commanders to Thrilling Playoff Victory Over Buccaneers
Tampa Bay, Florida – A Rookie Sensation Shocks the NFL Well, folks, you just never know what to expect in the wild world of the NFL, and Sunday night gave...
DISASTERS
Fire Investigations Heat Up in Oktibbeha County
News Summary Oktibbeha County experienced significant fire incidents recently, including a mobile home fire that resulted in a total loss and ongoing investigations for multiple cases, including an arson-related charge....
Warming Shelters Open in the Golden Triangle Region
News Summary As frigid temperatures hit the Golden Triangle region, Columbus, Starkville, and West Point have opened warming shelters to provide safety for the homeless. Genesis Church and other local...
Starkville in Mourning: Farewell to K9 Officer Kojack
News Summary The Starkville community mourns the sudden passing of K9 Officer Kojack, a beloved member of the Police Department who served since 2021. Kojack’s unexpected loss on December 26,...
Winter Weather Warnings Impact Starkville, MS
News Summary Residents of Starkville, Mississippi are facing winter weather warnings that have led to numerous closures including schools, courthouses, and businesses. Set to take effect from January 10, the...
Starkville Man Arrested for Attempted Murder and Arson
News Summary A 48-year-old man, Corey Reed Westmoreland, has been arrested in Starkville after allegedly setting a trailer on fire while an individual was still inside. The incident, rooted in...
Brookville Garden Community Achieves Impactful Coat Drive
News Summary Brookville Garden residents united for a successful coat drive, distributing 237 winter coats to local children and adults in need. BG on the Rise led the initiative, promoting...
Severe Storms Cause Disruption in Columbus, Mississippi
News Summary On Thursday, severe storms struck Columbus, Mississippi, leaving approximately 8,000 residents without power and resulting in emergency declarations. High winds gusting up to 60 mph, hail, and the...
Tragic Accident in Starkville Claims Life of Local Resident
News Summary A tragic pedestrian accident in Starkville, Mississippi, took the life of 54-year-old Lawrence Cook on Saturday night. The community is in shock as they mourn the loss of...
HEALTH
Oktibbeha County Updates: A Year of Change and Challenges
News Summary In 2024, Oktibbeha County has witnessed significant developments in public safety, healthcare changes, infrastructure upgrades, and community growth. Amid discussions on security cameras, the potential sale of OCH...
SHOWBIZ
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TECH UPDATES
OCH Regional Medical Center to Launch New EMR System
News Summary OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville, Mississippi, is set to launch a new Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system called CERNER on January 27. This significant update aims to...
Mississippi Named National Hub for Cyber Operations Training
News Summary Keesler Air Base in Biloxi, Mississippi has been designated as the national hub for cyber operations training by the U.S. Air Force. This decision, formalized through a joint...
Columbus Welcomes Expansion in Allegro Plaza
Columbus Welcomes Expansion in Allegro Plaza The renowned Allegro Plaza, located at 3600 Bluecutt Road in Columbus, has embarked on its expansion program with the introduction of an obstetrics and...
Miskelly Furniture Set for Soft Opening on July 15
Miskelly Furniture Announces Soft Opening Scheduled for July 15 In what looks to be a boost for furniture enthusiasts and local economy alike, Miskelly Furniture is gearing up to soft...
Fractal Networks Leads Data Privacy Revolution in Starkville
Starkville-based tech startup, Fractal Networks, is at the forefront of the data privacy sector with its innovative software and hardware solutions. The company, founded by Mo Balaa in February 2021,...
SCIENCE
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