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Despite missing the start of the season because of football, Christain Expose has wasted no time assuming a lead role within Columbia’s offense.

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Wildcats split final games before Christmas

By NICHLOS CUTRELL NICHLOS CUTRELL - Reporter
Wed,12/31/25-1:00PM, 1,375 Reads
The Columbia Wildcats are continuing to find their identity as they near district play with a near .500 record.
The Wildcats (7-8), fresh off a loss in the championship game of the East Marion Holiday Classic, bounced back Dec. 22, earning a 62-56 victory over the Enterprise Yellowjackets.
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Jimmy Broughton, one of four Mississippi Forestry Association 2025 Outstanding Service to CFAs award winners.

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Four locals receive Outstanding Service to CFAs award

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Thu,11/13/25-2:00PM, 1,374 Reads
Jackson, Miss. - Mississippi Forestry Association (MFA) named Kaye Givens, Betty Walley, Cary Williams and Jimmy Broughton of Marion County, Mississippi, as the 2025 MFA Outstanding Service to CFAs Award recipients. This award recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond in their work with a local County Forestry Association (CFA).
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Columbia's Kavion Newson inks a scholarship with Southwest Mississippi Community College on National Signing Day Wednesday while surrounded by friends and family.

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Newson signs with Southwest

By NICHLOS CUTRELL NICHLOS CUTRELL - Reporter
Fri,02/06/26-4:00PM, 1,361 Reads
Columbia defensive back Kavion Newson officially signed his letter of Intent to play for Southwest Mississippi Community College on National Signing Day Wednesday.
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Jail Docket: November 13, 2025

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Thu,11/13/25-6:00PM, 1,353 Reads
- Byron Alfred, 30, Bakersfield, Calif., arrested by CPD, charged with malicious mischief-value <$1,000; assault by attempt by physical menace-fear (threat)-simple assault; disturbance of family in dwelling or house.
- Brandi N. Barnes, 40, Columbia, arrested by MCSO, charged with GJI-possession of controlled substance.
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