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News Summary This weekend, Cornerstone Park in Starkville will host the 82 Challenge Icebreaker baseball tournament, featuring 18 youth teams. Despite chilly temperatures, teams are...
News Summary On February 21, Starkville celebrated the retirement of Fire Chief Charles Yarbrough after 30 years of dedicated service. The event marked a significant...
News Summary Starkville and Columbus are making significant strides in enhancing recycling accessibility and community safety. Residents in Columbus benefit from city-run recycling programs, while...
News Summary Starkville residents came together to plant 225 trees at Partnership Middle School as part of the Arbor Day celebration. This collaborative effort included...
News Summary In response to the U.S. designation of Mexican drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, President Claudia Sheinbaum is proposing constitutional reforms to safeguard...
News Summary The IRS has announced significant layoffs affecting approximately 200 employees in Denver as part of a nationwide reduction involving around 7,000 positions. Many...
News Summary Governor Kathy Hochul announced her decision not to remove NYC Mayor Eric Adams from office despite ongoing corruption allegations. Stressing democratic principles, she...
News Summary Former President Donald Trump has unveiled a new plan that aims to return a portion of government savings to American taxpayers through a...
News Summary On his 83rd birthday, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has officially announced he will not seek reelection in 2026, marking the end of...