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Columbus City Councilman Pierre Beard back behind bars
SUMMARY: Columbus City Councilman Pierre Beard was arrested again for not paying his Justice Court fines after a special called city council meeting. This comes after two previous arrests in December, one in Alabama and one during a search warrant at his home by the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Department. Beard faces multiple misdemeanor charges in these incidents. Sheriff Eddie Hawkins confirmed the arrest with a warrant. Beard is now back behind bars, facing legal consequences for his actions. Follow for more updates on this ongoing story.
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Renovations in motion for McKee Park in Starkville
SUMMARY: City officials in Starkville, Mississippi, have kicked off renovations at McKee Park, transforming it into a splash pad, playgrounds, a dog park, and a walking track. Mayor Lynn Spruill emphasized the park’s importance and expressed excitement about the planned upgrades, which aim to enhance the community’s quality of life. Doug Heflin, Interim General Manager of Starkville Parks and Recreation, echoed these sentiments, noting the project‘s potential benefits. Ethos Contracting Group will manage the construction, starting with groundwork and progressing to new pavilions and amenities. The project is expected to significantly change the park’s landscape over the next year.
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Lighter rain chance for weekend
SUMMARY: Moisture from Helene will bring clouds and a chance of light rain to Columbus, Mississippi, continuing into the weekend. Friday night will see light rain, with temperatures dropping to the lower 60s, so attendees of high school football games should prepare for wet conditions. On Saturday, overcast skies will persist with high temperatures in the mid-70s, accompanied by another chance of light rain. Sunday may see some partial clearing, with highs returning to the lower 80s and scattered rain possible. Next week is expected to be mostly clear and dry, with temperatures rising into the 80s.
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Aberdeen Aldermen finalize and approve fiscal year 24-25 budget
SUMMARY: Aberdeen’s Mayor Dwight Stevens oversaw his first budget process, resulting in a $6.6 million budget approved without a property tax increase for residents. Despite facing challenges like decreased property values and rising costs, the aldermen prioritized city operations over a proposed 3% pay hike for city workers. Mayor Stevens emphasized the importance of not raising taxes to attract new residents. While residents in the Aberdeen School District will see a millage increase for necessary improvements, discussions about updating assessed property values could positively impact future budgets. The city anticipates economic development projects that may generate tax revenue over time.
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