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VIDEO: RAW - Florida officials say body of 2-year-old recovered after gator attack

Florida officials announced that the body of a 2-year-old attacked by a gator on Disney resort has been recovered.

Three killed in Highway 12 wreck

Three people were killed in a one-vehicle accident on Highway 12 Thursday night, the Mississippi Highway Patrol has confirmed.
The wreck occurred just east of Sturgis near Crossgates Road at approximately 8:40 p.m., according to an MHP news release.

Oktibbeha Circuit Clerk arrested in Clay County

Oktibbeha County Circuit Clerk Glenn Hamilton was arrested in Clay County early Friday morning on charges possession of methamphetamine, possession of Indian artifacts and trespassing, according to Clay County Justice Court records and Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott.

Starkville sees highest food & beverage tax total

Starkville collected over $211,161 in 2 percent food and beverage taxes in April, the first time the city surpassed the $200,000 mark for the tax. Starkville's restaurants and retailers enjoyed a host of spring events to boost sales.

Funding received for pedestrian path extension

Oktibbeha County will receive up to $795,360 in federal funds to extend the recently completed Lynn Lane bike and pedestrian path to the south end of the Mississippi State University campus.

Know a special dad? Tell us about him.

We are looking for outstanding fathers to be included in our Sunday, June 19 edition for Father's Day. If you know a deserving dad that should be included, email us at news@starkvilledailynews.com and briefly explain why.

Starkville honored by MML

The city will be recognized as one of the Mississippi Municipal League's "2016 Excellence Award Winners" at this year's conference.

Starkville reflects on Orlando tragedy

Sunday's massacre at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida has sent shockwaves throughout the nation, with some Starkville residents reflecting in the wake of this recent tragedy.

Stolen firearm arrest in Starkville

A Starkville man was arrested over the weekend relating to a stolen firearm charge, according to the Starkville Police Department.

NSPARC consumer survey in final phases

A survey gauging community interests in future stores and restaurants, analyzing spending patterns and to gain insight on the collective buying power of the Starkville community is almost complete.