Starkville Breaking News
BREAKING NEWS
Starkville Celebrates the Arrival of Baseball Sensation Dax Hardcastle
Starkville Welcomes Rising Baseball Star Dax Hardcastle In the charming city of Starkville, Mississippi, excitement is brewing in the world of college baseball! A talented athlete from sunny California, Dax...
Starkville Residents Mourn After Local Man Discovered Dead in Apartment Parking Lot
Starkville Community in Shock After Local Man Found Dead STARKVILLE, Miss. – The peaceful atmosphere of Starkville has been disrupted as residents come to terms with the shocking news of...
Columbus Weather Update: Expect Mild Temperatures, Rain, and a Cold Front This Week!
Columbus Weather Update: A Mixed Bag Ahead! Columbus is in for a week filled with ever-changing weather conditions. Wednesday’s forecast is shaping up to be noticeably milder than the chilly...
Columbus Woman Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison After Pleading Guilty to Armed Robbery
Columbus Woman Pleads Guilty to Armed Robbery A 48-year-old woman from Columbus has pleaded guilty to charges of armed robbery. The court proceedings at the Lowndes County Circuit Court have...
Starkville Basketball Team Clinches Victory in High-Stakes Match Against Forrest Hill
Starkville Triumphs in a Thrilling Basketball Showdown In the bustling city of Starkville, excitement echoed throughout The Nest on a chilly Tuesday night as the local basketball team faced off...
Starkville Community Unites to Provide Thanksgiving Meals to Families in Need
Starkville Community Comes Together to Share Thanksgiving Joy As Thanksgiving approaches, the warmth of community spirit shines brightly in Starkville. This month, a heartfelt effort brought smiles and nourishment to...
Pontotoc Wrestling Team Delivers Thrilling Victory Against Starkville in High-Stakes Match
Pontotoc Shines in Wrestling Match Against Starkville In the heart of Pontotoc, excitement was palpable as the North Pontotoc wrestling team took to the mat for an exhilarating showdown against...
Columbus Shooting Suspect Turns Himself In, Faces Multiple Charges
Columbus Shooting Suspect Turns Himself In Columbus, Mississippi, is buzzing with updates as a major incident unfolds in the community. A man wanted in connection with a shooting incident has...
Tupelo Secures Narrow Victory Over Starkville in High-Octane Showdown
Tupelo Clings to Victory in Thriller Against Starkville In an electrifying matchup, the Golden Wave managed to fend off a determined Starkville team, edging them out in a nail-biting finish...
Tragedy Strikes Columbus as Man Falls from Building on Gardner Boulevard
COLUMBUS, Mississippi – Shocking Scene Unfolds on Gardner Boulevard On a typical Sunday evening in Columbus, a peaceful atmosphere was abruptly disturbed when emergency responders rushed to the 1100 block...
POLITICS
Brighton Residents Unite for Environmental Clean-Up and Community Initiatives
Brighton’s Community Comes Together to Tackle Local Issues Brighton is buzzing with energy this week as the community rallies together to address some key concerns affecting both residents and the...
Uncertainty Looms Over Confirmation of Next Defense Secretary in Washington D.C.
Washington D.C.: Uncertainty Looms Over Defense Secretary Confirmation In the bustling heart of Washington D.C., political chatter has hit a fever pitch over the potential confirmation of the next Defense...
Starkville’s Community Unites to Support Veterans at Mississippi State University
Starkville Shines with Support for Veterans at MSU STARKVILLE, MISS. – In a cozy gathering dubbed “Coffee with a Cop,” Army Reservist Sgt. Ethan Gilley found himself immersed in discussions...
Columbus Council Pauses Annexation Plans, Focuses on Negotiation Amid Upcoming Elections
Columbus Hits Pause on Annexation Plans, Shifts Towards Negotiation In a surprising twist for the city of Columbus, the local council recently decided to hit the brakes on their annexation...
Concerns Mount Over Communication and Financial Transparency in Columbus Schools
Concerns Rise About Communication and Finances in Columbus Schools In the heart of Columbus, a wave of concern is sweeping through the community regarding the local school district. Parents, students,...
COLUMBUS, Mississippi Braces for Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Tonight
COLUMBUS, Mississippi: Get Ready for a Soaking Rain Tonight! After what feels like ages of waiting, the heavens are finally opening up, and a good soak is just around the...
Starkville’s Police Budget Faces Cuts, Community Safety at Risk
Starkville Faces Tough Budget Decisions for Police Cameras As budget season rolls around, the city is tackling some challenging decisions that will impact its police department’s capabilities for the upcoming...
Celebrating the Legacy of Charlie Box: A Beloved Community Leader Remembered in Columbus, Mississippi
Celebrating the Life of Charlie Box: A Community Leader Remembered Columbus, Mississippi, is in mourning as the community pays tribute to a beloved figure, Charlie Box, who passed away at...
Starkville Fire Chief Announces Candidacy for Mayor, Promises to Enhance Community Quality of Life
Starkville Welcomes a New Candidate for Mayor! Exciting news is brewing in Starkville, Mississippi! The city’s beloved fire chief has officially thrown his hat into the ring for the upcoming...
Trump Secures Solid Victories in Mississippi Elections Amid Declining Voter Turnout
Columbus, Mississippi: Trump Triumphs in Local Elections In a noteworthy turn of events during the recent general election held on Tuesday, Republican President-elect Donald Trump secured solid victories in the...
CRIME
Starkville Residents Mourn After Local Man Discovered Dead in Apartment Parking Lot
Starkville Community in Shock After Local Man Found Dead STARKVILLE, Miss. – The peaceful atmosphere of Starkville has been disrupted as residents come to terms with the shocking news of...
Columbus Woman Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison After Pleading Guilty to Armed Robbery
Columbus Woman Pleads Guilty to Armed Robbery A 48-year-old woman from Columbus has pleaded guilty to charges of armed robbery. The court proceedings at the Lowndes County Circuit Court have...
Columbus Community Shaken by Shooting Incident on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Columbus Community Shaken by Shooting Incident Columbus, Mississippi, was left in shock when a shooting incident unfolded on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. The events began on Monday afternoon and...
Columbus Police Uncover Stolen Vehicle and Drugs Amid Ongoing Shooting Investigation
COLUMBUS, Miss. – A Wild Turn of Events for Local Law Enforcement It’s been a rather eventful time in Columbus, Mississippi, as the local police department has found themselves at...
Columbus Community Rattled by Arrest in Ongoing Shooting Investigation
Columbus Shakes with Arrest in Shooting Case In the heart of Columbus, Mississippi, the air is thick with tension and emotions as police make another significant arrest related to a...
Starkville Community Faces Grand Larceny Alert at Construction Site
Starkville Residents on Alert: Grand Larceny Strikes Local Construction Site! A sense of unease is creeping over our tight-knit community as the Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Office is seeking help to...
ECONOMY
West Point Elementary School Achieves A-Rated Status for Second Consecutive Year
West Point Elementary School Celebrates Year Two as an A-Rated School In a heartwarming celebration of academic achievement, South Side Elementary School has proudly announced that it has earned an...
Columbus Council Pauses Annexation Plans, Focuses on Negotiation Amid Upcoming Elections
Columbus Hits Pause on Annexation Plans, Shifts Towards Negotiation In a surprising twist for the city of Columbus, the local council recently decided to hit the brakes on their annexation...
Columbus Fire Department Proposes $975,000 Investment in New Fire Truck for Enhanced Community Safety
Columbus Fire Department Looks to Upgrade with New Truck The city of Columbus is buzzing with excitement as plans roll forward for a shiny new addition to the Columbus Fire...
Bridge Replacement Project Set to Transform Monroe County by July 2025
Bridge Replacement in Monroe County: A Community in Transition Out with the Old, In with the New MONROE COUNTY, Miss. – The Bartahatchie Bridge, a local landmark since 1965, is...
Concerns Mount Over Communication and Financial Transparency in Columbus Schools
Concerns Rise About Communication and Finances in Columbus Schools In the heart of Columbus, a wave of concern is sweeping through the community regarding the local school district. Parents, students,...
Starkville Crowned Best Small Town in the South, Combining Southern Charm and Rich History
Starkville: The Best Small Town in the South! Hold onto your cowbells, folks! Starkville, Mississippi, has just been crowned the “best small town in the South” by a recent ranking....
Starkville’s Police Budget Faces Cuts, Community Safety at Risk
Starkville Faces Tough Budget Decisions for Police Cameras As budget season rolls around, the city is tackling some challenging decisions that will impact its police department’s capabilities for the upcoming...
Enrollment Trends at Mississippi’s Public Universities Reveal Growth Amidst Challenges
Enrollment Trends at Mississippi’s Public Universities Show Mixed Results Recent data from the Mississippi Institute of Higher Learning reveals some remarkable trends in enrollment across the state’s eight public universities....
Starkville Plans $8.9 Million Upgrade to Wastewater Treatment Plant Amid Growing Population Challenges
Starkville’s Wastewater Treatment Plant Set for Major Upgrades In Starkville, excitement is in the air as the city gears up for some much-needed improvements to its wastewater infrastructure. After ongoing...
Columbus Community Amused by Pig’s Playground Adventure at Local Daycare
Columbus Pig Goes on a Wild Adventure Columbus, Miss. – What a quirky morning it was when a rather large pig decided to take a stroll through the neighborhood. This...
SPORT
All Eyes on Tech: A Glimpse Into the Future of Data Privacy
All Eyes on Tech: A Glimpse Into the Future of Data Privacy Hey there, folks! If you’re in Your City and you’ve been keeping up with tech chatter, you must...
Fantasy Football Update: Top Defenses and Rising Stars You Need to Know
Fantasy Football Insights: Defenses and Emerging Stars Welcome, football fans! It’s Thursday, and we’ve got the scoop on what’s buzzing in the fantasy football world. Let’s dive into a recap...
Dak Prescott Makes Strides in Recovery After Hamstring Injury
Dallas: Dak Prescott’s Road to Recovery Brings Good News Hey, Dallas! Here’s some news that just might brighten your day. Our favorite quarterback, **_Dak Prescott_**, is hitting some major milestones...
Cyber Monday Brings Unmissable Deals and Discounts!
Cyber Monday Deals You Don’t Want to Miss! Welcome to the bustling city of New York, where the holiday spirit is in the air and so are the fantastic sales!...
Exciting Developments in San Francisco’s Tech Startup Scene
Exciting Developments in Tech Startups in San Francisco Hey there, San Francisco! If you’ve been keeping your ear to the ground, you might have heard some buzz about the latest...
Cyber Monday Offers Unmissable Deals Across Top Retailers
Cyber Monday Deals You Can’t Miss in Your City Hey there, fellow shoppers! If you thought Black Friday was epic, wait until you dive into all the awesome deals on...
DISASTERS
Columbus Prepares for Chilly Nights and Frosty Mornings Ahead
COLUMBUS, Mississippi: Cold Nights Ahead! Columbus is gearing up for some more cold nights and a sprinkle of frost in the coming days. It will be a good time to...
Tragedy Strikes in West Point as Fatal Crash Claims Young Life
Tragedy Strikes in West Point as Fatal Crash Claims Young Life WEST POINT, Miss. – A quiet Sunday morning turned tragic as a young man lost his life in a...
Tragic Morning for Columbus as Local Man Loses Life in Head-On Collision
Tragic Morning for Columbus as Local Man Loses Life in Head-On Collision This past Sunday morning started off as a typical day in Columbus, but it quickly turned into a...
Tragic Noon Crash Claims Life in Starkville
Tragic Noon Crash Claims Life in Starkville In a heartbreaking incident that unfolded in Starkville, Mississippi, a young woman lost her life during a noon-hour crash. This unfortunate event took...
Tragedy Strikes Starkville with Fatal Motorcycle Accident as Community Faces Multiple Losses
Tragedy Strikes Starkville: Motorcycle Accident Claims Life On a somber Tuesday evening, the streets of Starkville became the scene of a devastating motorcycle accident. At around 5 p.m., the Starkville...
Overturned 18-Wheeler Causes Traffic Disturbance and Community Response in Starkville
Overturned 18-Wheeler Causes Traffic Disturbance in Starkville An incident unfolded when an 18-wheeler overturned on Highway 82, creating quite a stir in the community. The accident took place near the...
Columbus, Mississippi Weather Update: Relief from Gloomy Weekend Ahead
Columbus, Mississippi: A Glimpse into the Weather Ahead Columbus, Mississippi has had quite the dreary weekend! With heavy cloud coverage, some pesky showers, and that lingering muggy air, it felt...
Tragic Collision on Highway 69 South Claims One Life
Tragic Collision on Highway 69 South Claims One Life Lowndes County, MS – A devastating car accident unfolded on Sunday morning, leaving the community in shock as one person has...
Rainy Days Ahead as Tropical System Rafael Approaches Columbus, Mississippi
Rainy Days Ahead in Columbus, Mississippi Columbus residents may want to prepare for a change in the weather as isolated rain is forecasted throughout this week and into the weekend....
Frightening Car Accident on Highway 45 Leaves Three with Minor Injuries in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. – A Frightening Afternoon on Highway 45 Columbus found itself the scene of a nerve-wracking car accident that could have been much worse. Around 4 p.m., authorities received...
HEALTH
Oktibbeha County Issues Boil Water Alert for Pike and Blocker Road Residents
Oktibbeha County Water Alert: What You Need to Know What Happened? The Oktoc Community Water Association issued a boil water alert for some of its customers. Residents in the areas...
Starkville’s Community Unites to Support Veterans at Mississippi State University
Starkville Shines with Support for Veterans at MSU STARKVILLE, MISS. – In a cozy gathering dubbed “Coffee with a Cop,” Army Reservist Sgt. Ethan Gilley found himself immersed in discussions...
Columbus Fire Department Proposes $975,000 Investment in New Fire Truck for Enhanced Community Safety
Columbus Fire Department Looks to Upgrade with New Truck The city of Columbus is buzzing with excitement as plans roll forward for a shiny new addition to the Columbus Fire...
Tragic Morning for Columbus as Local Man Loses Life in Head-On Collision
Tragic Morning for Columbus as Local Man Loses Life in Head-On Collision This past Sunday morning started off as a typical day in Columbus, but it quickly turned into a...
Tragic Collision on Highway 69 South Claims One Life
Tragic Collision on Highway 69 South Claims One Life Lowndes County, MS – A devastating car accident unfolded on Sunday morning, leaving the community in shock as one person has...
Mississippi State University Unveils Cutting-Edge Anatomage Tables to Transform Medical Education in Starkville
Exciting News for Medical Students in Starkville! Starkville is buzzing with excitement as Mississippi State University has taken a giant leap forward in medical education. The university recently unveiled seven...
Boil Water Alert Lifted in Starkville After Quick City Response
Boil Water Alert Lifted in Starkville Great news for the residents of Starkville! The boil water alert that had affected many in the area has been officially lifted. This comes...
Boil Water Notice Impacts Starkville Residents Following Water Line Break
Boil Water Notice Issued in Starkville Residents of Starkville are currently adapting to some unexpected changes as a boil water notice has been put into effect due to a recent...
Important Boil Water Notice Issued for Starkville Residents Due to Water Main Break
Important Boil Water Notice Issued for Starkville Residents STARKVILLE, Miss. – If you live in certain areas, you’ll want to pay close attention to this important update regarding your water...
Starkville’s Willette McClain Inspires Community with Her Battle Against Breast Cancer
Starkville’s Willette McClain: A Beacon of Strength and Hope In the cozy town of Starkville, where southern charm fills the air, a remarkable story of resilience is unfolding. Meet Willette...
SHOWBIZ
From Military Roots to Bar Manager: Josh Haight’s Inspiring Journey to Starkville
Discovering Starkville: A Journey from Coast to Bar Manager Welcome to the charming town of Starkville, Mississippi, where community spirit thrives and stories of unique individuals unfold. One such tale...
Castleberry’s Journey: From Concrete to Condominiums Shapes Mississippi’s Development Landscape
Castleberry’s Concrete to Condos: A Mississippi Success Story In the heart of Mississippi, entrepreneurial spirit has found its champion in Mark Castleberry. With roots tracing back to Long Beach, California,...
Starkville’s MFJ Enterprises Closes After 50 Years, Leaving Ham Radio Community in Reflection
Starkville Says Goodbye to a Ham Radio Legacy In the quaint town of Starkville, a significant chapter in the world of ham radio is coming to a heartfelt close. After...
Dynamic Duo in Starkville Combines Architecture and Fashion to Create Unique Jewelry Brand
Exploring Creativity in Starkville: The Dynamic Duo Behind Unique Jewelry Step into the bustling workshop of Duane McLemore and Katherine Voorhies, and you’ll instantly feel the vibrant energy of creativity...
Exciting New Daiquiri Bar Set to Open in Starkville
Exciting New Daiquiri Bar Set to Open in Starkville Starkville is buzzing with the news of a fantastic new addition to the College View area! Mississippi Ice Daiquiri Shop is...
From Struggles to Success: Dorrie Wu’s Inspiring Artistic Path from Shanghai to Starkville
From Shanghai to Starkville: Dorrie Wu’s Artistic Journey Imagine picking up your whole life and moving from a bustling city like Shanghai to a small town in the United States....
Exciting Renovations Planned for Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville with $3 Million Upgrade
Exciting Changes on the Horizon for Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville Starkville is buzzing with good news as Mississippi State football gears up for some exciting renovations at Davis Wade...
Proposed Changes in Starkville’s Bar Security Regulations Spark Controversy
Proposed Changes in Starkville’s Bar Security Regulations Raise Eyebrows In Starkville, a quiet town in Mississippi, there’s a buzz surrounding a recent proposal to change how bars and restaurants manage...
Change of Ownership Signals New Era for West Point Golf Courses
Change is in the Air for West Point Golf Courses WEST POINT, Miss. – Exciting news is making waves in West Point as the Old Waverly Club and the Mossy...
New Indoor Pickleball Court in Starkville May Serve Beer, Sparking Debate on City Ordinances
New Indoor Pickleball Court in Starkville Could Bring Beer to Players Starkville is abuzz with excitement as city officials have taken the first steps toward potentially opening an indoor pickleball...
TECH UPDATES
Exciting AI Initiative Aims to Empower Mississippi High School Students Through $1.2 Million NSF Grant
Exciting AI Initiative Launches in Starkville, Mississippi Starkville, Mississippi, is buzzing with excitement as an interdisciplinary research team at Mississippi State University (MSU) has been awarded a remarkable $1.2 million...
Mississippi State University Partners with John Deere to Revolutionize Agricultural Automation
Exciting Developments at Mississippi State University In a delightful turn of events for agricultural innovation, Mississippi State University (MSU) has just announced a partnership with **John Deere**. This collaboration is...
Lowndes County’s Stark Aerospace Secures $61 Million Navy Contract for Missile Canisters
Lowndes County’s Stark Aerospace Lands Major Navy Contract In a thrilling development for the Lowndes County community, Stark Aerospace has been awarded a substantial $61 million contract to produce missile...
Starkville’s MFJ Enterprises Closes After 50 Years, Leaving Ham Radio Community in Reflection
Starkville Says Goodbye to a Ham Radio Legacy In the quaint town of Starkville, a significant chapter in the world of ham radio is coming to a heartfelt close. After...
Columbus Celebrates $61.45 Million Defense Contract for MK 41 Vertical Launching System Production
Columbus Welcomes Exciting Defense Contract Announcement In a significant boost for the local economy and national defense capabilities, Stark Aerospace Inc has been awarded a whopping $61.45 million contract for...
Mississippi State Students Innovate Solutions for Electrical Company Challenges
Mississippi State Students Tackle Electrical Company Challenges At the heart of Starkville, the bright minds at Mississippi State University are rolling up their sleeves to confront significant challenges faced by...
Starkville Introduces New Fast-Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles
Starkville Welcomes New Fast-Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles STARKVILLE, Miss. — If you’ve ever filled up your car at the gas pump, you might be surprised to see a shiny...
Columbus, Mississippi’s Library Evolution: A Community Hub for Learning and Growth
Discovering the New Age of Libraries in Columbus, Mississippi Columbus, Mississippi, is home to more than just charming streets and friendly faces. It boasts a library system that has creatively...
Mississippi State University Receives $180K for STEM Education
Mississippi State University Receives $180K for STEM Education In a significant move aimed at boosting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in Mississippi, Mississippi State University (MSU) received a...
Significant Changes on the Horizon for Starkville’s Code Enforcement
Significant Changes on the Horizon for Starkville’s Code Enforcement In a bid to improve the efficacy of its code enforcement, the city of Starkville has recently implemented a significant change....
SCIENCE
Mississippi State University Unveils Cutting-Edge Anatomage Tables to Transform Medical Education in Starkville
Exciting News for Medical Students in Starkville! Starkville is buzzing with excitement as Mississippi State University has taken a giant leap forward in medical education. The university recently unveiled seven...
Columbus Community Amused by Pig’s Playground Adventure at Local Daycare
Columbus Pig Goes on a Wild Adventure Columbus, Miss. – What a quirky morning it was when a rather large pig decided to take a stroll through the neighborhood. This...
New Initiative in Starkville Aims to Boost STEM Education for Rural Students
New Initiative in Starkville Aims to Boost STEM Education for Rural Students Starkville, Mississippi, is buzzing with exciting news as officials unveil a groundbreaking project led by Mississippi State University...
Starkville’s Young Entomologist Oliver Yung Discovers New Ant Species During Summer Internship
Starkville Welcomes a Young Entomologist: Oliver Yung’s Journey This summer in Starkville, a remarkable journey unfolded for a passionate young entomologist from the East Coast. Seventeen-year-old Oliver Yung, a senior...
Exciting Discovery in Starkville: A New Species of Wasp Unveiled
Exciting Discovery in Starkville: A New Species of Wasp! Local researchers have hit the jackpot with their recent discovery of a brand-new species of wasp named Syntretus perlmani. This extraordinary...
Casserole Kitchen: A Starkville Initiative Bridging Churches and Community through Food
Casserole Kitchen: A Starkville Initiative Bridging Churches and Community through Food A Starkville Beacon of Fellowship and Nourishment Located in the heart of Starkville, the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection...
Mississippi State University Saves Rare Sea Turtle Once Again!
Mississippi State University Saves Rare Sea Turtle Once Again! STARKVILLE, Miss. – Toast Malone, a member of the critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtle species, has successfully completed his third...
MSU’s Winger Takes Charge as New Head of Physics and Astronomy Department
MSU’s Winger Takes Charge as New Head of Physics and Astronomy Department Starkville, Miss: A Decade of Service Culminates in Leadership Role The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Mississippi...
MSU and USDA-ARS Kick Off New Research Unit Geared towards Geospatial and Environmental Epidemiology
MSU and USDA-ARS Kick Off New Research Unit Geared towards Geospatial and Environmental Epidemiology Starkville, Mississippi: A New Partnership for Advanced Research Recently, a collaborative assembly of distinguished scientists from...
