Council moves closer to capital improvement bond issue

Columbus councilmen Tuesday passed a resolution of intent to issue a $5 million capital improvement bond. That means that within the next 30 days the city must publish advertisements notifying citizens of its intention to raise taxes in order to pay back a $5 million loan aimed at improving infrastructure in Columbus.

Borsig hails boost in undergraduate degrees

Mississippi University for Women President Jim Borsig told Columbus Rotarians Tuesday that a dramatic increase in degrees awarded is an indicator the school is on the right track.

Walmart employee arrested for embezzlement

A Hamilton woman has been arrested and charged with embezzling from the Walmart in Columbus.

Supervisors grant Eka Chemicals tax exemption

Lowndes County supervisors Tuesday granted a 10-year tax exemption to Eka Chemicals for an $11.65 million expansion of its facility off Nashville Ferry Road.

Spring dessert: A light, airy fruit pudding from America's past, with a first fruit of spring

Snow pudding is a great old American recipe that dates back to pioneer days, back when resourceful home cooks hankering for a treat had to rely on whatever they had -- things like gelatin, lemons, sugar and eggs.

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SPORTS

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