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Columbia has big plans for America’s 250th

Mayor Justin McKenzie announced plans for the inaugural Columbia Freedom Fest, scheduled for June 27, 2026, in downtown Columbia. The . . .

West Marion's Street named finalist for Mississippi Teacher of the Year

West Marion High School Algebra teacher Lori Street has been named one of the four finalists for 2026 Mississippi Teacher . . .

Senate Finance Committee kills House NIL income tax exemption bill

Schools in states with no income tax have sought to use that to their benefit when recruiting college athletes. Mississippi . . .

Another conflict in the Middle East

I prefer local issues, but the recent international topics are driving everyone’s interest, so I’ll add my two bits. Unlike . . .

MCCLCTC February Staff of the Month

Shaboria Sartin was awarded the February Staff of the Month for Marion County Carl Loftin Career & Technology Center.

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Jail Docket: March 19, 2026
By STAFF REPORTS
Fri,03/20/26-1:00PM , 903 Reads
- Christopher Eugene Aguero, 35, Columbia, arrested by MCSO, charged with DUI 1st offense-(1)(b) under the influence of any substance that would impair.
- Mashun Lyndell Anderson, 19, Columbia, arrested by MCSO, charged with careless driving; eluding law officer.
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Mississippi National Guard airmen, soldiers deployed to support Operation Epic Fury
By FRANK CORDER - MAGNOLIA TRIBUNE
Mon,03/16/26-11:08AM , 670 Reads 5,423 Statewide
Governor Tate Reeves said the residents of the state are praying for those deployed in harm’s way in the Middle East.
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Columbia has big plans for America’s 250th
By MALLORY STRICKLAND - Reporter
Thu,03/19/26-7:00AM , 405 Reads
Mayor Justin McKenzie announced plans for the inaugural Columbia Freedom Fest, scheduled for June 27, 2026, in downtown Columbia.
The event will coincide with Columbia’s 207th anniversary and the nation’s 250th anniversary, offering a daylong celebration focused on history, community and entertainment.
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Garden club donates magnolia tree to Friendship Park
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Wed,03/18/26-5:00PM , 376 Reads
The Pine Needle Garden Club met in Friendship Park on the second Friday of February to celebrate Arbor Day. The club presented and dedicated a White Japanese Magnolia Tree in honor of our city officials, whose guidance, service and care help our community grow and thrive.
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Mississippi Ag Commissioner pushes back on California’s corporate climate reporting mandate

Gipson said the California law could impact agricultural and food industry entities headquartered in Mississippi, “mainly our big poultry and egg companies.”