Articles by Dispatch Editorial Board
Our View: Coat donations are especially important this time of year
It was almost 70 degrees Saturday when the I AM Mentoring program distributed 500 winter coats at Missionary Union Baptist Church in Columbus. It was perfect timing, which underscores the capricious nature of the weather in the Golden Triangle.
Roses and Thorns: 12-13-25
A rose to Columbus Municipal School District Interim Superintendent Craig Chapman, whose Superintendent’s Student Council is giving students a voice in school operations and policies.
Our View: Local expertise is valuable — but not without guardrails and leadership
For years now, the city of Columbus has struggled to create and maintain a viable economic development strategy.
Our View: Unsung heroes
There is something pure and beyond reproach about the unsung heroes of a community.
Roses and Thorns: 12-6-25
A rose to the Columbus Girlchoir and Columbus Sings Messiah, whose concerts are a highlight of the Christmas season. The Columbus Girlchoir will hold its
Our View: A small harvest with big promise at MSU’s student farm
It’s called the paradox of plenty. Despite having some of the richest soil and an ideal climate for food production, Mississippi imports 90% of the food its residents consume.
Our View: Small town parades bring big holiday spirit
When we think of parades during the holiday season, our attention often turns to the big parades like the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York or The Tournament of Roses Parade in California.
Our View: Mock trials build key skills in students
Parents and educators spend a lot of time and energy trying to keep kids out of courtrooms.
Roses and Thorns: 11-29-25
A rose to Golden Triangle cities as they kick off the Christmas season this week with parades, tree lightings and other events sure to put
Our View: The funding is there; don’t piecemeal the amphitheater further
When country folks agree to do something, it is often with the corn pone caveat, “Good Lord willing and the creek don’t rise.”
Our View: Tariffs: The real war on Christmas?
For years, one of the seasonal debates surrounding Christmas was whether live Christmas trees or artificial trees were the better choice.
Roses and thorns: 11-22-25
A rose to The Columbus City Council and the Lowndes County Board of Supervisors for their efforts to find common ground through collaboration. Council members
Our View: At last, a real chance to finish Columbus’ amphitheater
The Columbus amphitheater was supposed to be a state-funded $3.5 million project that would be completed in a few years.
Our View: Columbus takes a step toward budget discipline on special events
For much of the 19th Century, the White House had an open door policy where presidents personally managed a vast number of federal appointments and were constantly besieged by people seeking government jobs. No appointment necessary. You just walked in, asked for a meeting with the president and waited your turn.
Our View: Who other than supes wants to split and spend OCH funds?
At some point, the Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors are going to have to submit to the will of the residents of the county or offer a compelling argument to explain why it won’t.
Our View: Arrest over antisemitic outburst raises free speech concerns
A viral video of a Mississippi State student yelling an antisemitic slur and allegedly throwing change at Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy was an embarrassment to the city.
Roses and Thorns: 11-8-25
A rose to our fellow Americans who have defended our nation through military service as Tuesday’s Veterans Day approaches. There are currently 18 million living
Our View: End of supermajority restores some balance, need for compromise
The adage, “Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely,” is a reminder of the inherent dangers of unchecked authority in government.
Our View: Protect yourself when buying from classifieds or Facebook Marketplace
Private-party sales, once strictly the domain of the classified ad section of newspapers, have largely moved online.
Our View: Trusted nonprofits know how to help best
In times of crisis or when someone is in need, our first instinct is to help. This is true throughout the Golden Triangle and particularly true in Columbus. It’s one of the things that makes its slogan “The Friendly City” more than just words.
A spectator’s guide to the College Football Playoff
December 18, 2024
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