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An illustration of The Stronghold community hub with various support facilities in Starkville.An illustration of The Stronghold community hub with various support facilities in Starkville.

Starkville Strong Initiates The Stronghold Community Hub Plans

May 28, 2025

News Summary Starkville Strong is developing The Stronghold, a community center aimed at centralizing support services for residents by 2027. This project will include a food pantry, shelters, job placement...

Architectural rendering of Mississippi State's indoor football practice facilityArchitectural rendering of Mississippi State's indoor football practice facility

Mississippi State University Plans $60 Million Indoor Football Facility

May 25, 2025

News Summary Mississippi State University has announced a $60 million indoor football practice facility designed to enhance training for its football team. Scheduled to break ground in 2027, the facility...

New Taste Restaurant Set to Open in Ridgeland

May 22, 2025

News Summary A new Taste restaurant will open in Ridgeland, replacing Enzo Osteria, which is closing in September. Located at the Renaissance at Colony Park, the restaurant will focus on...

Mississippi State’s Athletic Director Secures Contract Extension

May 16, 2025

News Summary Mississippi State’s athletic director, Zac Selmon, has secured a contract extension until 2029, significantly increasing his annual compensation. Selmon has made impactful decisions since taking over in 2023,...

Zac Selmon Signs Contract Extension for Mississippi State Athletics

May 15, 2025

News Summary Zac Selmon, the athletic director for Mississippi State, has secured a contract extension through 2029, including a salary increase. Since his appointment, Selmon has significantly impacted the athletics...

Economic Growth Driven by Golden Triangle Regional Airport

May 13, 2025

News Summary The Golden Triangle Regional Airport significantly contributes to the local economy, generating over $272 million mainly through job creation and tourism. Recent expansions, including terminal renovations and a...

Mississippi State University Plans $60 Million Indoor Practice Facility

May 12, 2025

News Summary Mississippi State University has announced a new $60 million indoor practice facility set to open in 2028. Funded primarily by Howard Industries, it will enhance training for student-athletes,...

Oktibbeha County Hospital Negotiates Sale to Baptist Health Care

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors has initiated negotiations to sell the Oktibbeha County Hospital to Baptist Memorial Health Care. The announcement was made by Board President Marvel...

Golden Triangle Regional Airport Launches Dallas Flights

May 6, 2025

News Summary The Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) announces a partnership with American Airlines to provide a westbound flight service to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, starting on May 5. This...

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Economic Growth Driven by Golden Triangle Regional Airport

May 13, 2025

News Summary The Golden Triangle Regional Airport significantly contributes to the local economy, generating over $272 million mainly through job creation and tourism. Recent expansions, including terminal renovations and a...

Oktibbeha County Hospital Negotiates Sale to Baptist Health Care

May 8, 2025

News Summary The Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors has initiated negotiations to sell the Oktibbeha County Hospital to Baptist Memorial Health Care. The announcement was made by Board President Marvel...

Golden Triangle Regional Airport Advances with Land Purchase

April 11, 2025

News Summary The Golden Triangle Regional Airport has finalized a $2 million land deal to acquire 109 acres south of its runway. This acquisition is expected to facilitate future expansions...

Lowndes County Board Approves Loan for Airport Expansion

April 8, 2025

News Summary Lowndes County’s Board of Supervisors has approved a loan to acquire 109 acres of land next to the Golden Triangle Regional Airport. This investment, supported by a FAA...

Notice to Creditors for the Estate of Mary Henderson Dorroh

April 6, 2025

News Summary The estate of Mary Henderson Dorroh in Oktibbeha County is in the process of being settled. Letters testamentary were granted, allowing the appointed executor, Dale Rowlen, to manage...

Major Hospital Systems Compete to Acquire OCH Regional Medical Center

January 18, 2025

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...

Columbus to Invest $6 Million in Major Street Paving Project

July 4, 2024

Columbus Set to Allocate Funds for Major Street Paving In a significant development, the city of Columbus is preparing to channel an impressive $6 million towards road infrastructure, specifically for...

Starkville Secures $20M Grant for Highway 182 Revitalization Project

June 28, 2024

Starkville Gets a $20M Boost for Highway 182 Revitalization Starkville— The momentum for Highway 182’s revitalization project in Starkville continues to grow, as the city recently secured a $20 million...

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Mississippi State University Plans $60 Million Indoor Football Facility

May 25, 2025

News Summary Mississippi State University has announced a $60 million indoor football practice facility designed to enhance training for its football team. Scheduled to break ground in 2027, the facility...

Economic Growth Driven by Golden Triangle Regional Airport

May 13, 2025

News Summary The Golden Triangle Regional Airport significantly contributes to the local economy, generating over $272 million mainly through job creation and tourism. Recent expansions, including terminal renovations and a...

Mississippi State University Plans $60 Million Indoor Practice Facility

May 12, 2025

News Summary Mississippi State University has announced a new $60 million indoor practice facility set to open in 2028. Funded primarily by Howard Industries, it will enhance training for student-athletes,...

Starkville’s Business Growth and Tourism Surge

April 29, 2025

News Summary Starkville, Mississippi, is currently experiencing a significant business boom with 10 new retailers and 11 restaurants opening recently. The city is focusing on attracting larger national brands, while...

Rural King to Open New Store in Columbus, Mississippi

April 25, 2025

News Summary Columbus, Mississippi, is welcoming Rural King, which has filed building permits for a new store on the former K-Mart lot. Construction, managed by Weathers Construction, is underway with...

Golden Triangle Regional Airport Advances with Land Purchase

April 11, 2025

News Summary The Golden Triangle Regional Airport has finalized a $2 million land deal to acquire 109 acres south of its runway. This acquisition is expected to facilitate future expansions...

Lowndes County Board Approves Loan for Airport Expansion

April 8, 2025

News Summary Lowndes County’s Board of Supervisors has approved a loan to acquire 109 acres of land next to the Golden Triangle Regional Airport. This investment, supported by a FAA...

New Neighborhood Development in Oktibbeha County

April 3, 2025

News Summary Oktibbeha County is set to welcome a new neighborhood development featuring 150 homes on a 98-acre site near Highway 182. This project aims to address growing housing demands...

Amazon Opens New Last Mile Facility in Starkville

March 18, 2025

News Summary Amazon has officially opened a new Last Mile facility in Starkville, Mississippi, employing around 150 associates and 200 drivers. With plans to hire an additional 500 workers, the...

Marketing

Starkville Main Street Association Excels at Statewide Awards

June 28, 2024

Starkville Main Street Association Triumphs at Statewide Awards The Starkville Main Street Association has significantly distinguished itself during the 2024 Mississippi Main Street Annual Awards Ceremony, clinching four esteemed accolades...

Real Estate

Golden Triangle Regional Airport Advances with Land Purchase

April 11, 2025

News Summary The Golden Triangle Regional Airport has finalized a $2 million land deal to acquire 109 acres south of its runway. This acquisition is expected to facilitate future expansions...

New Neighborhood Development in Oktibbeha County

April 3, 2025

News Summary Oktibbeha County is set to welcome a new neighborhood development featuring 150 homes on a 98-acre site near Highway 182. This project aims to address growing housing demands...

Ballew Hall Reopens at Mississippi State University

March 8, 2025

News Summary Ballew Hall, a historic building at Mississippi State University, has reopened after extensive renovations. The updates include modern classrooms and administrative offices for the College of Agriculture and...

Starkville’s Economic Growth: Visitor Spending Approaches $200 Million

February 15, 2025

News Summary Starkville has witnessed remarkable economic growth in the past year, as visitor spending nears $200 million, greatly benefiting local businesses and infrastructure. A report by the Greater Starkville...

Oktibbeha County Introduces New Gated Community

January 26, 2025

News Summary Oktibbeha County is poised for a transformation with a new gated community aimed at addressing housing shortages. Developed by Forest Street Partners, this vibrant project will cover 98...

New Mississippi Ice Daiquiri Shop Proposed in Starkville

January 23, 2025

News Summary Mark LeBlanc plans to open the Mississippi Ice Daiquiri Shop at 395 College View Drive Unit 32 in Starkville. This venture requires an On-Premise Retailer permit to serve...

Starkville Retail Development Faces Real Estate Hurdles

January 19, 2025

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...

NorthStar Industrial Park Expansion Set to Attract New Tenants to Prominent Location

July 5, 2024

NorthStar Industrial Park Expansion Set to Attract New Tenants to Prominent Location Oktibbeha County Bags $2.5 Million for NorthStar Expansion Oktibbeha County is buzzing with the news of a $2.5...

Columbus to Invest $6 Million in Major Street Paving Project

July 4, 2024

Columbus Set to Allocate Funds for Major Street Paving In a significant development, the city of Columbus is preparing to channel an impressive $6 million towards road infrastructure, specifically for...

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