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Friday Night Lights: West-CHS on an unbeaten collision course
By JOSHUA CAMPBELL,
Fri, 10/11/2019 - 10:25pm
The stage is set for an undefeated matchup between West Marion and Columbia Thursday as both won Friday night to remain perfect. Meanwhile, East Marion improved to 5-2 and stayed perfect in Region 8-2A with a road win over St. Patrick.
Magee at West Marion
Olive Elizabeth Clower Rankin Beach
Fri, 10/11/2019 - 8:27am
Olive Elizabeth Clower Rankin Beach
90, Columbia
Mallows like okra, cotton are versatile plants
By FELDER RUSHING,
Fri, 10/11/2019 - 8:20am
Who needs tropical hibiscus, when we have so many easier and sometimes edible relatives for our gardens?
Sandra Watson Lampton
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Sandra Watson Lampton
81, Gainesville, Ga.
Sandra Watson Lampton of Gainesville, Ga., went to her celestial home on Oct. 5, 2019, after an extended illness, during which she exhibited courage and hope, despite increasingly difficult odds.
How all things work together for good
By BRO. BOBBY THORNHILL,
Fri, 10/11/2019 - 8:21am
“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.”
— Romans 8:28 (NKJV)
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West finishes at .500
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Fri, 10/11/2019 - 9:59am
The West Marion Trojans’ season came to an end Tuesday, and although they didn’t quite reach the goal they set after being eliminated from playoff contention they finished the year with a lot to build on.
Calendar for Oct. 12, 2019
Fri, 10/11/2019 - 8:22am
Ebb and Polly Dunaway Morgan Family Reunion, Oct. 12
County approached about sportsplex
By SUSAN AMUNDSON,
Fri, 10/11/2019 - 8:46am
The Marion County Board of Supervisors had a relatively quiet week this week while in session with the exception of one visitor.
Columbia’s alderman at large, Edward Hough, approached the board regarding a sportsplex and the possibility of building it at the Marion County Businessplex.
Business Feature: Tanya Holland Real Estate
By JOSHUA CAMPBELL,
Fri, 10/11/2019 - 8:37am
For nearly 20 years, Tanya Holland Real Estate has helped Marion County residents find their dream home.
Tanya Holland Real Estate does listings and sells a lot of its own property, but its listings are open for other realtors.
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George Phillip Smith
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Jury finds Mitchell guilty, gives life sentence
By SUSAN AMUNDSON,
Thu, 09/26/2019 - 2:35pm
A jury returned a guilty verdict on all four counts against Victor Mitchell this afternoon and sentenced him to life in prison.
The 45-year-old was convicted following a four-day trial at the Pearl River County Courthouse in Poplarville related to a plot to kidnap businessman Tommy Duff.
Obituary: Elma Lee Dunaway
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Thu, 09/26/2019 - 3:32pm
Elma Lee Dunaway
87, Gulfport
Riemann Family Funeral Home in Gulfport is in charge of arrangements for Elma Lee Dunaway, 87, of Gulfport, formerly of Morgantown, who died on Monday, Sept. 23, 2019 in Gulfport.
Trial begins in alleged Duff kidnapping plot
By SUSAN AMUNDSON,
Tue, 09/24/2019 - 10:18am
POPLARVILLE – The trial for a former Columbia man accused of leading a plot to kidnap and extort a prominent Columbia businessman began Monday.
Victor Mitchell, 45, faces up to life in prison on an array of charges related to an alleged plan against Tommy Duff that law enforcement foiled in 2016.
Friday Night Lights: Wildcats, Trojans remain unbeaten
By JOSHUA CAMPBELL,
Fri, 09/20/2019 - 10:06pm
Week 5 is in the books and both the Columbia Wildcats and West Marion Trojans remain undefeated, but they got to 5-0 in very different ways Friday night.
Columbia vs. Lawrence County
Friday Night Lights: West-CHS on an unbeaten collision course
By JOSHUA CAMPBELL,
Fri, 10/11/2019 - 10:25pm
The stage is set for an undefeated matchup between West Marion and Columbia Thursday as both won Friday night to remain perfect. Meanwhile, East Marion improved to 5-2 and stayed perfect in Region 8-2A with a road win over St. Patrick.
Magee at West Marion
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Friday Night Lights: CA falls to PCS, West stays perfect
By JOSHUA CAMPBELL,
Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:08pm
For the second year in a row, the West Marion Trojans will enter Region 8-3A play undefeated after topping Vancleave 33-7 on the road Friday night. Meanwhile, PCS proved to be too strong for Columbia Academy to handle on its homecoming night in a lopsided 41-22 loss, and East Marion won a shootout at Bogalusa 48-44.
Columbia school board recognizes officials, students
By SUSAN AMUNDSON,
Fri, 09/20/2019 - 11:04am
The Columbia School Board started off the meeting with recognitions Tuesday night.
Professional Profile: Jessica Roe
By JOSHUA CAMPBELL,
Fri, 09/20/2019 - 10:31am
(This week The Columbian-Progress spotlights Columbia Family Dental administrative assistant Jessica Roe.)
Q: When and where were you born?
A: I was born April 24, 1987 in Jackson.
Q: Where did you attend school?
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Basketball scoreboard: Nov. 12-17
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Wed, 11/21/2018 - 9:52am
Columbia Academy
Nov. 13 CA (Boys) 57 Sumrall 30
Nov. 17 CA (Boys) 56 Central Private 26
Nov. 13 CA (Girls) 58 Sumrall 38
Nov. 17 CA (Girls) 59 Central Private 15
West Marion
Nov. 13 WM (Boys) 45 Loyd Star 74
County schools discuss scores
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Thu, 11/22/2018 - 12:00am
The Marion County school board received a report last week outlining the district’s accomplishments and its struggles from the state achievement results released in October.
Hilda Jeanette Bennett
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Thu, 12/06/2018 - 12:00am
Hilda Jeanette Bennett
85, Columbia
Vergie Hodges Foxworth
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Thu, 11/15/2018 - 12:00am
Vergie Hodges Foxworth
85, Foxworth
Helen J. Sanders Sweatt
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Thu, 01/10/2019 - 4:19pm
Helen J. Sanders Sweatt
90, Columbia
Private services will be held at a later date for Helen J. Sanders Sweatt, 90, who died on Monday, Jan. 7, 2019.
She was a lifelong resident of Columbia.
She was preceded in death by a son, Herbie Ray Reid.
Columbia to allow Sunday beer sales
By MARK ROGERS,
Wed, 12/05/2018 - 3:35pm
A large crowd was on hand as the Columbia Board of Aldermen passed a new ordinance Tuesday allowing the sale of beer and wine on Sundays and at certain events at the Columbia Expo Center.
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West Marion athlete mourned
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Wed, 12/05/2018 - 2:07pm
The West Marion High School family is carrying a heavy heart this week after junior basketball player Jamyre’un Hammond died in his Kokomo home early Friday morning.
Hammond shined a bright light into the lives of others, according to his friends, teammates and family.
Jail Docket: December 6, 2018
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Thu, 12/06/2018 - 12:00am
Editor’s Note: The following people were booked into the Marion County Jail by local law enforcement agencies over the past week. The Columbian-Progress will correct any errors. Call Editor Charlie Smith at (601) 736-2611 to request a correction.
Sarah Louise Ramsay
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Thu, 03/14/2019 - 12:00am
Sarah Louise Ramsay
93, Columbia
Dutharene Rayborn Pittman
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Thu, 11/15/2018 - 12:00am
Dutharene Rayborn Pittman
80, Kokomo
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Columbia for Dutharene Rayborn Pittman, 80, of Kokomo, who died on Sunday, Nov. 4 in Hattiesburg.
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Board smart on sales tax
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Wed, 07/11/2018 - 8:56am
For too long the state and federal governments have either cut spending to local governments or required new spending without allocating any funds for it. That allows politicians at those higher-up levels to brag on themselves without having to bite the bullet and face the on-the-ground consequences.
Aldermen make school board pick
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Thu, 08/02/2018 - 12:00am
During a special meeting Tuesday afternoon, the Columbia Board of Aldermen appointed Eric Lucas to serve on the Columbia School District Board of Trustees.
The 39-year-old is a Columbia High School graduate and works for Jones Companies.
Town hall meeting set to discuss drugs, addiction
By MARK ROGERS,
Sat, 07/21/2018 - 12:00am
The drug problem is everywhere, tearing families apart and contributing to crime.
Senate candidates enter stretch run
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Thu, 08/09/2018 - 9:03am
STARKVILLE — The major contenders in the 2018 Class II U.S. Senate nonpartisan special election on Nov. 6 left the state’s premier political stump with very different kinds of momentum.
Rubbish pit relocation discussions continue
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Sat, 01/06/2018 - 12:00am
With the Columbia-Marion County Airport’s runway expansion nearing, city officials must make a decision soon about where to relocate the rubbish pit next to the airport.
Board gives superintendent high marks
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Thu, 01/25/2018 - 12:00am
Columbia School District Trustees say they are pleased with the work of new Superintendent Jason Harris.
The Board completed an evaluation of Harris before the Jan. 11 meeting and talked about Harris and the projects that he has begun since taking the helm on July 1, 2017.
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Basketball scoreboard: Nov. 12-17
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Wed, 11/21/2018 - 9:52am
Columbia Academy
Nov. 13 CA (Boys) 57 Sumrall 30
Nov. 17 CA (Boys) 56 Central Private 26
Nov. 13 CA (Girls) 58 Sumrall 38
Nov. 17 CA (Girls) 59 Central Private 15
West Marion
Nov. 13 WM (Boys) 45 Loyd Star 74
Lucas takes seat on board, school year begins
By MARK ROGERS,
Thu, 08/16/2018 - 12:00am
Eric Lucas was sworn in as a member of the Columbia School District Board of Trustees Aug. 9, and the board wasted no time getting down to business with the beginning of the school year.
County schools discuss scores
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Thu, 11/22/2018 - 12:00am
The Marion County school board received a report last week outlining the district’s accomplishments and its struggles from the state achievement results released in October.
Good timing by Entergy
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Sat, 07/08/2017 - 12:00am
Whether it was a press release by Entergy Corp. or an answer to a question from an inquisitive reporter, the utility’s announcement of large savings from its membership in a regional grid is very well-timed.
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