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How do we all end up with so much stuff?
By Danny O'Fallon, READ MORE > 605 Reads
On Wed, 01/20/2021 - 09:16 AM

I would never categorize myself as a “hoarder” (per se)--but my wife surely does. To me, a hoarder is much too harsh a word because it sounds more like someone who needs medication or therapy to fix it. A “pack rat” is probably a little closer to my description.

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Don’t make ‘year of grace’ a waste
By Tim Kalich, READ MORE > 903 Reads
On Fri, 01/15/2021 - 08:56 AM

The chief of Mississippi’s public schools wants to give them a “year of grace” and not hold them accountable for the academic performance of their students as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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My coronavirus journey
By Joshua Campbell, READ MORE > 948 Reads
On Fri, 01/15/2021 - 08:53 AM

For those of you who aren’t too concerned about the coronavirus or are just fatigued by it, let me give you a warning to stay safe. 

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Lottery tickets are fun, but expensive entertainment
By Danny O'Fallon, READ MORE > 929 Reads
On Wed, 01/13/2021 - 09:25 AM

As we draw nearer to the one-year anniversary of the onset of Covid-19, we’re steadily building a myriad of different statistics that will eventually give us the ability to review and compare a full year’s worth of data on all the different things we’ve experienced since the pandemic began.

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Gender neutral Congress, hell in a handbasket?
By Susan Amundson , READ MORE > 893 Reads
On Fri, 01/08/2021 - 09:07 AM

As we tiptoe into 2021, many of us are relieved that 2020 is over. Unfortunately, in some ways, things are getting even crazier than in 2020. Honestly, I did not think that was possible.

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Our 2021 Goal: Investing in Mississippi’s Greatest Asset, Our Citizens
By Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann, READ MORE > 1,116 Reads
On Wed, 01/06/2021 - 09:52 AM

Last year, the Legislature provided computers to every Mississippi student, increased connectivity to unserved areas, provided additional ICU bed capacity, and contributed to the cost of personal protective equipment for healthcare workers, cities and counties, and much more. 

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New year’s resolutions ain’t what they used to be
By Danny O'Fallon, READ MORE > 866 Reads
On Wed, 01/06/2021 - 09:49 AM

Are you one of those die-hard optimists with the greatest of intentions to kickoff every new year with some kind of behavioral modification that’s sure to improve yourself and the world around you? I am.

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Mississippi’s Moment
By Russ Latino, READ MORE > 7,690 Reads
On Fri, 01/01/2021 - 10:31 AM

Americans have been drowning in a sea of COVID-19, social unrest, and election turmoil. The waves have not yet calmed, but shore is in sight. A day is approaching when vaccines will be distributed, election contests cease, and we can take stock of frayed lines across the country.

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Some superstitions push the limits of rationale
By Danny O'Fallon, READ MORE > 1,144 Reads
On Wed, 12/30/2020 - 10:42 AM

How superstitious would you gauge yourself? On a 1-to-10 scale, with 10 being extremely superstitious, are you within the range of those who strongly cater to the notion of strange phenomena, or do you rank among those highly skeptical of anything that’s without clear scientific explanation?

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Paw Printz: Students take benchmark tests once again
By Violet Blackard & Amelia Smith , READ MORE > 1,243 Reads
On Wed, 12/23/2020 - 11:36 AM

Many schools around the country are required to take assessments throughout the year to see the progress that students have made. This year has been different from most. 

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Diversity discussed at city meeting

The topic of diversity, or the lack thereof, was discussed Tuesday night at the Columbia Board of… READ MORE

Columbia police squad cars get makeovers
Museum expanding and refurbishing
Community Calendar: January 9, 2021
Ware named new General Manager at PRVEPA
Marion General gets COVID vaccine

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Sports Column: Drew Brees leaves an unforgettable Saints legacy. The story started in Jackson.

You’ve probably heard this said many different ways by many different football players, coaches and… READ MORE

In women’s hoops, we suddenly have a real Mississippi rivalry
His name is Carson, he lives in Raymond, and he will officiate the national championship
East Marion suffocated by stingy defense
CA win streak up to 9
Lady Trojans back after a month

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No bond in double murder

Justice Court Judge Brandon Rowell denied bond for John Henry Wells, who is accused of murdering… READ MORE

Obituaries: Beverly Russell Vick
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Obituaries: Charles Dennis Head Sr.
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USM Researchers Date Timbers from North Mississippi Structure to 1734

What began with a random phone call became an intense research project that led to remarkable… READ MORE

Mississippi Department of Archives and History - Nearly $3M in Preservation Grants Awarded
Professor Christian Pinnen Writes New Book on Colonial History
Lawmakers will work via internet as COVID-19 spreads at the Capitol
Abortion, teacher pay and tax cuts: Bills to watch this legislative session
Mississippi Covid-19 Update : January 22nd, 2021

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Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced additional COVID-19 vaccine measures in an effort to keep… READ MORE

Charter schools receive taxpayer dollars. Should their board members follow state ethics laws?
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Wicker Hails $2.377 Million Award for UMMC Connected Care Pilot Program

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Governor Tate Reeves Makes Statement on COVID-19 Vaccine
Mississippi’s Moment
Indianola Native Named Reeves Policy Director
Biewer Lumber opening new sawmill in Winona, creating 150 jobs
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CA splits doubleheader

Despite being on spring break, the Columbia Academy Cougars got to play a doubleheader last week… READ MORE

COVID-19 hits Columbia schools
Marion County starting to mask up
CHS catcher signs with Mississippi Delta CC
Shooting leave one man dead
Friday Night Lights: West tops Columbia in OT for county title

Board smart on sales tax

For too long the state and federal governments have either cut spending to local governments or… READ MORE

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Opinion:

How do we all end up with so much stuff?

I would never categorize myself as a “hoarder” (per se)--but my wife surely does.

Don’t make ‘year of grace’ a waste
My coronavirus journey
Lottery tickets are fun, but expensive entertainment
Gender neutral Congress, hell in a handbasket?
Our 2021 Goal: Investing in Mississippi’s Greatest Asset, Our Citizens

Weddings and Engagements

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Land Transactions:December 31, 2020

The following land transactions were filed in Marion County Chancery Court for the weeks of Dec. 18… READ MORE

Land Transactions: December 19, 2020
Land Transactions: December 12, 2020
Land Transactions: November 28, 2020
Land Transactions: November 21, 2020
Land Transactions: November 14, 2020

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