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Wynn pushes for expanded natural gas service for Ward 2

Talks are underway that could result in the expansion of natural gas services for many on two roads within the city limits.

New roof dedicated at King Center

A dedication for the new roof at the J.L. King Center was held Wednesday, honoring donors to the community funded project.

MSU holds manufacturing summit

Around 90 people from universities, corporations and government bodies throughout Mississippi and beyond gathered at the Mississippi State University Franklin Furniture Institute Wednesday to discuss the future of manufacturing in the U.S. and Mississippi.

Possible criminal case against former SPD officer sent to DA

The Starkville Board of Aldermen on Tuesday voted to discipline one officer from the Starkville Police Department and tender a case to be considered for criminal prosecution against another.

SPD still seeking info on Everglade Ave. assault

Police are still trying to piece together the events of a possible assault case that occurred in Starkville nearly two weeks ago.

Board pushes for hospital RFP despite community opposition

The controversial discussions on the possible sale or lease of OCH Regional Medical Center continued Monday night.

Aldermen OK purchases for new police HQ

The Starkville Board of Aldermen gave the green light to a new list of needs for the Starkville Police Department before they move into their new headquarters downtown.

Casino revenue falls sharply across Mississippi in February

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Gamblers stayed away from Mississippi casinos in February, sending revenue tumbling 10 percent compared with the same month in 2016.

State Revenue Department figures show gamblers lost $172 million last month, compared to $190 million in February 2016.

Supes vote to draft RFP for hospital deal

The Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors made a new development in the potential sale or lease of OCH Regional Medical Center Tuesday night.

Assault suspect kicked SPD officer in the groin twice

A Starkville man arrested earlier this month on felony assault and drunk driving charges is said to have kicked a Starkville Police Department officer.