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BREAKING NEWS
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,...
BUSINESS
Starkville Retail Development Faces Real Estate Hurdles
News Summary Starkville’s retail landscape is grappling with limited real estate options as merchants struggle to find suitable locations for new businesses. With delays in new properties along Highway 182...
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...
Major Hospital Systems Compete to Acquire OCH Regional Medical Center
News Summary Starkville, MS is witnessing a significant bid from North Mississippi Health Services and Baptist Memorial Health Care to acquire OCH Regional Medical Center. Following the Oktibbeha County Board...
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...
Starkville Transit System Bounces Back After COVID-19
News Summary The Starkville-MSU Rapid Area Transit (SMART) system in Starkville, Mississippi, is showing signs of recovery with an increase in ridership following the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023, SMART reported...
Columbus Introduces 2 Sistas Soul Food Restaurant
News Summary Columbus is excited to welcome 2 Sistas Soul Food, a new eatery serving classic Southern cuisine. Owned by Berdina Barry, the restaurant offers favorites like chitterlings and fried...
Mississippi State University Expands Coastal Forest Research
News Summary Mississippi State University (MSU) has acquired 14,071 acres of coastal forestland, establishing the Wolf River Coastal Forest Research and Education Center. This initiative, developed through collaboration with multiple...
Taco Amigo Set to Open in Starkville Soon
News Summary Taco Amigo, a beloved eatery known for its authentic Mexican cuisine, is expanding from Columbus to open a new restaurant in Starkville by January 2024. Located at 12072...
Columbus Place Revitalization: Major Transformations on the Horizon After Tenant Exits
Exciting Changes Ahead for Columbus Place! Big things are happening at what was once known as Leigh Mall, now rebranded as Columbus Place. If you’ve been keeping up with the...
Events/What's Happening
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...
Columbus to Host Public Meeting on Recreation Development
News Summary Columbus residents are invited to an important public meeting on January 28 at 6 p.m. at the Trotter Convention Center, focused on enhancing local recreation facilities. Organized by...
Warming Shelter Opens in West Point Ahead of Winter Chill
News Summary As cold temperatures are predicted, West Point, Mississippi, has established a warming shelter at Northside Christian Church Fellowship Hall. Open on January 20 and 21 from 6 p.m....
Starkville Kicks Off New Semester with Winter Convocation
News Summary The Starkville-Oktibbeha Consolidated School District launched the new semester at a Winter Convocation, celebrating its A-rating achievement. The event featured speeches of inspiration, community pride, and performances by...
Starkville Community Kindness Shines Through Food Giveaways
News Summary The Episcopal Church of the Resurrection in Starkville celebrates 15 years of serving the community with its food giveaway program. Through initiatives like the Casserole Kitchen and the...
Starkville’s Political Landscape Shifts with Alderman Races Heating Up
News Summary Starkville is abuzz as the first contested alderman race in Ward 7 takes shape, featuring candidates Nedra Lowery and incumbent Henry Vaughn. Lowery aims to amplify marginalized voices,...
Starkville Winter Convocation Highlights Educational Achievements
News Summary Starkville recently hosted its Winter Convocation, welcoming over 650 staff from the Starkville Oktibbeha Consolidated School District. The event celebrated the district’s ‘A’ rating from the Mississippi Department...
Starkville Hosts Annual Buzzy’s Art Awards to Celebrate Talent
News Summary The annual Buzzy’s Art Awards kicks off in Starkville, showcasing the artistic talent of students from Pre-K to 12th grade. The contest, organized by the Starkville Oktibbeha Consolidated...
CRIME
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 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...
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...
ARPA Funds Fuel Progress in the Golden Triangle
News Summary The Golden Triangle region is actively utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to improve infrastructure and public services. Columbus, Lowndes County, Oktibbeha County, Starkville, Clay, and West...
Columbus City Council Approves Zoning Change for New Event Venue Amid Community Concerns
Columbus City Council Sparks Debate Over Zoning Change Columbus, Mississippi – In what is usually a routine affair, the latest city council meeting took an unexpected turn, igniting a debate...
Legal Dispute Erupts Over Tax Sale Property in Starkville, Mississippi
Starkville, Mississippi – Legal Tangles Over Tax Sale Property In a case that’s caught the eye of many local residents, West Palmetto Holdings, LLC has filed a lawsuit to settle...
SPORTS
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...
Cleveland Browns Face Financial Dilemma as Deshaun Watson’s Injury Raises Contract Controversy
Cleveland: A Rollercoaster of Contracts and Injuries In the bustling city of Cleveland, the atmosphere around the Browns is electric, though not always in the right way. Just when fans...
Washington D.C. Prepares for Alex Ovechkin’s Historic Pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s Goal Record
Washington D.C. Gears Up for a Historic Goal-Scoring Showdown Hey, hockey fans! Big news buzzin’ around the NHL as we’re witnessing something *truly spectacular* on the ice. Washington Capitals superstar...
Heartfelt Farewell to Bill McCartney: A Coaching Legend Remembered
Heartfelt Farewell to Bill McCartney: A Coaching Legend In Boulder, Colorado, the sports community is uniting in grief after the passing of Coach Bill McCartney, a monumental figure in college...
