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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WTVA) — Columbus Police arrested four people in connection to a fatal shooting that happened the day before Thanksgiving. Police identified the four suspects as Johnny Coleman, 17; Tavaris Mixon Jr., 18; Rasheed Neal, 17, and Kenzel Guyton, 17. Police charged them all with murder. They'll be...

This article presents a guide to four notable barbecue spots in Columbus. Have you had the chance to experience any of these yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below!

Discover the latest updates on the fatal Thanksgiving Eve shooting in Columbus. Four teenagers have been arrested and charged with murder, with three of them set to be tried as adults. Tune in for more details on this developing story.

Updates emerge in the investigation of Columbus's third homicide of 2023, with four suspects now in custody. The city's police chief expresses frustration over the ongoing gun violence, as the city council and police department plan to address the issue through the legal system.

WEST POINT, Miss. (WTVA) — A Crime Stoppers tip led to the arrest of a West Point man for alleged child enticement. West Point Police arrested Vamario Baskin, 33, on Friday, Nov. 24. He is accused of sending sexually explicit messages to an underage girl.

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The sights and sounds of the season flooded the streets of downtown Starkville. The city’s annual Christmas parade featured festive floats, marching bands, dance troupes, school organizations, holiday characters, and more. In all, there were nearly 100 entries including the star of the show: Santa Claus.

• Jeff Lebby, known for his offensive strategies in college football, has been appointed as the 36th head football coach in Mississippi State history. • Lebby has previously worked with Oklahoma, Ole Miss, and UCF, and his offensive units have consistently ranked high nationally in terms of total offense, scoring offense, and passing offense.

Witness the bravery of Columbus firefighters as they rescue a dog from a house fire on 15th Street North. The fire, which damaged a home and was contained to a back bedroom, occurred when no one was present.

The West Point Police Department is reminding residents to lock their cars after reports of a stolen vehicle. West Point Police reminding residents to lock their vehicles. The West Point Police Department is reminding residents to lock their vehicles.

COLUMBUS, Miss. — A 6-year-old Mississippi girl is being honored for helping emergency responders find her family's car after her mother had a stroke while driving in a rural area. Bryanna Cook is a first grader at Fairview Elementary School in Columbus, and Lowndes County supervisors have adopted a...

The No. 25 Mississippi State Bulldogs (6-0) are 8.5-point favorites as they attempt to build on a six-game winning streak when they visit the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (2-2) on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at Hank McCamish Pavilion. The game airs at 7:00 PM ET on ACC Network. The matchup has an over/under of 140.5.

Experience the magic of the holiday season in Columbus as the city's official Christmas tree lights up downtown. Join the crowd at the Tennessee Williams Welcome Center, enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, and the festive atmosphere until 7 P.M. Don't miss out!

'The take-home message is it makes it more difficult. I can't just look at a map of my property or hunting land and identify a bedding area and take advantage of that like you can in the Midwest.'. Mississippi Clarion Ledger. So, you think you know where that big buck...

Mississippi State QB Will Rogers, who threw for 1,626 yards and 12 TDs in eight games this season, entered the transfer portal Monday.

COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Several mornings this week see below freezing temperatures. Milder air moves in Friday and the weekend along with rain chances. MONDAY: Our coldest day! Despite a mostly sunny sky, high temperatures will struggle to reach 50 degrees amidst northwest winds up to 15-20 mph. Lows will drop into the upper 20s overnight as winds relax and the sky stays clear.

Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to starkville..

There were several top performers across the state in boys high school sports, but only one can be voted athlete of the week for Nov. 20-25. To nominate a player for a future athlete of the week poll, email mchavez@gannett.com or message him on X, formerly Twitter @MikeSChavez. Fans may...

The undefeated Bulldogs improved to 6-0 and still don't have the full roister going yet.

Numerous Mississippi State students, employees and dignitaries—including the Famous Maroon Band, Miss MSU Morgan Nelson and the university’s EcoCAR team—will help ring in the Christmas season Monday [Nov. 27] in the annual Starkville Christmas parade. The Mississippi State Famous Maroon Band plays Christmas music while marching last...

In the heart of Crawford lies a haunting narrative that resonates through the town's historical veins. The Crawford House, an 1885 architectural treasure, is renowned for its supernatural phenomena. Once home to the prestigious Crawford family, their spirits are rumored to remain, manifesting as eerie figures and uncanny events. Valerie Hiltz and Kevin Sharpe, the current proprietors, share spine-tingling accounts of spectral voices and autonomous moving objects, further cementing the house's phantasmal fame.