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A brother’s gift: Kidney donation saves a life

For eight years, Keith Preston lived in a world of gray, a world defined by the hum of dialysis machines . . .

Youth Court introduces Family Navigator Program

The 10th District Chancery Court of Mississippi launched a first-of-its-kind program Tuesday afternoon at The Marquee. Thanks to a grant . . .

CA quarterback signs with Belhaven

Standing at the center of the Columbia Academy Fine Arts Building, surrounded by the teammates and coaches he led on . . .

Cox: Why I am for all students, not just those in my public schools

Below is an opinion column by Laurie Cox: Communities flourish when all their children can learn in an environment well-suited . . .

St. John: Depth

Robert St. John reflects on his son’s choice to build a life in the business his father gave his life . . .

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Gabriel May of Columbia is continuing his military journey as he completes his Judge Advocate General officer training at the University of Virginia.

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May continues distinguished path in law, military service and leadership
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Fri,02/20/26-10:00PM , 488 Reads
Charlottesville, VA — Gabriel May is continuing his distinguished journey in law and public service as he completes Judge Advocate General (JAG) Officer training at the Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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Southern Jewelry owner Billie Kay Beets is the reigning Junior Auxiliary Citizen of the Year.

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JA Charity Ball approaches, Citizens fly your flags
By STAFF REPORTS
Fri,02/20/26-11:30AM , 484 Reads
Junior Auxiliary of Columbia will be celebrating the 77th year of its chapter with its annual Charity Ball Feb. 28 at the Dogwood Venue in Sumrall, and JA encourages past Citizens of the Year to fly their flags beginning Feb. 21.
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Willis Preston, right, donated his kidney Feb. 17 to save the life of his brother, Keith, left.

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A brother’s gift: Kidney donation saves a life
By NICHLOS CUTRELL - Reporter
Wed,02/25/26-11:00AM , 401 Reads
For eight years, Keith Preston lived in a world of gray, a world defined by the hum of dialysis machines, failing health and the constant shadow of severe diabetes.
Today the world is vibrant again, thanks to a “spare part” from a man who once joked he didn’t have any to give.
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Michael James, a transfer from Meridian Community College, had the game-winner for Mississippi Valley State on Saturday against Texas Southern at home.

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Valley teams sweep Texas Southern on Senior Day
By CALVIN STEVENS
Sun,02/22/26-7:34PM , 399 Reads 9,541 Statewide
Michael James, a transfer from Meridian Community College and product of H.W. Byers High School in Byhalia, has emerged as the leader of the Mississippi Valley State University men’s basketball team this season.
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Surrounded by the support of friends and family, CA’s Noah Fortenberry officially inks his National Letter of Intent to Belhaven on Tuesday.

CA quarterback signs with Belhaven

Standing at the center of the Columbia Academy Fine Arts Building, surrounded by the teammates and coaches he led on Friday nights, Noah Fortenberry officially traded his Cougars orange for Belhaven University Green