Health Fair – 04/18/2024
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New director leads North Miss. Law Enforcement Training Center
Dan McKinney is well-known in area law enforcement circles as a longtime firearms instructor and former Saltillo police chief
For cadets in Class 2024 B76 of the Northeast Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center, a typical day can include PT outdoors and classroom work.
Columbus blight program: Plan to clean up abandoned properties
There are several abandoned houses and empty properties around the Friendly City. The city of Columbus is hoping the new Blight Program will help eliminate some of the unused property.
Agencies develop strategies to improve safety on trail rides
Increasing injuries and fatalities force law enforcement agencies to develop strategies to enhance safety on trail rides.
Next To Nature (Western Buttercups) – 04/17/2024
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Tupelo storm shelter relocates
A storm shelter at a Tupelo park is relocated, because of major improvements at the popular attraction.
Willis Miller found guilty of crashing into ATV, killing child
An Oktibbeha County jury found a man guilty of crashing into an ATV and killing a child while under the influence.
Columbus city leaders explore options to reduce gun violence
Columbus leaders are exploring every option when it comes to reducing gun violence in the city, including taking aim at the shooters’ wallets.
Work Zone Awareness Week: Promoting safety for workers
The Federal Highway Administration and the Mississippi Department of Transportation are recognizing this week.
Next To Nature (Salamander) – 04/10/2024
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Mississippi State Extension Service – 04/17/24
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Armed robber hits Dollar General on Highway 12 near Steens Road
Lowndes County deputies are investigating another Dollar General armed robbery. This hold-up happened at the Highway 12 store, near Steens Road.
Weekend backpack programs get big financial boost
A grant from the Michael and Valarie Hall Foundation will help fund a program to get healthy foods to area children
Rosa Birks and her husband Jamison recently started “Simple Snacks”, a program that provides food over the weekend for kids in Nettleton.
DAR chapter presents braille US flag to Webster Co. Courthouse
A local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented a braille American flag to the Webster County Courthouse Monday.
MBP Family Fun Day at MUW – 04/16/24
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Incident at jail: Aberdeen Alderwoman nets new charges
Monroe County Sheriff released a nearly three-minute video showing the events that led up to Garth receiving new charges.
Hoping for easy season: Combating bad allergies
Spring means trees are budding, flowers are blooming, and pollen is flying. It also means congestion, itchy noses, and watery eyes. Those allergies can be enough to make you want to stay inside.
Former Winona Alderwoman sentenced on felony charge
A former Winona Alderwoman was sentenced on her felony charge of simple assault on an officer conviction. Sylvia Clark was ordered to serve three years of house arrest and two years probation.
EMCC Communiversity: Providing skills to gain opportunities
Whether you’re looking to learn new skills to land a better-paying job, or you’re a manager trying to find a place that can train your workers, EMCC’s Communiversity has a plan to fit your needs.
Columbus man indicted in Starkville kidnapping case
A Columbus man was indicted in a Starkville kidnapping case. In addition to the kidnapping charge, Ontario Nicholson is also facing a burglary indictment.
Deadly Oktibbeha County shooting investigation: 2 people indicted
Two people were indicted in connection to a deadly Oktibbeha County shooting. The shooting happened in July 2023 on Finley Drive.
Suspect wanted for Family Dollar/Dollar Tree armed robbery
You may remember us reporting on an armed robbery that took place at the Family Dollar and Dollar Tree on Tuscaloosa Road in Columbus last Friday.
In The Kitchen (Bluto’s) – 04/15/2024
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Keyless car entry may be key for criminals looking to steal
When you think of someone stealing a car, breaking a window and hot-wiring may come to mind. But in many cases, today’s criminal has a cleaner method.