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Officials caution fireworks safety ahead of NYE

Almost everyone enjoys fireworks to celebrate New Years Eve. But fireworks are not allowed to be used within the city limits.

Unemployment climbs for Clay County, Golden Triangle

The trend of rising unemployment continues for the Golden Triangle as 2019 comes to a close, with Clay County reporting the highest unemployment for the metropolitan area and finishing among the highest unemployment rates for Mississippi counties.

Warrant issued for West Point man connected to fatal shooting

A West Point teenager is wanted by the Columbus Police Department in connection to a Dec. 19 shooting that left a Columbus teenager dead.

Columbus Police Chief Fred Shelton on Thursday confirmed a felony warrant had been issued for Damorio Sanchez Price-Ewing, 19, of West Point.

Harrell reflects on time as Circuit Clerk

There was a large turnout to say goodbye to Bob Harrell, at the Justice Court Center. The 16 year Circuit Clerk chose to retire and not to run for re-election in November. There was a reception in Harrell's honor at the Justice Court Center.

Reward increased for information in fatal shooting

The West Point Police Department announced Thursday it was offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the November shooting death of Jamal Banks, Sr.

Storms prompt school closures, but little else in Clay County

While many schools and businesses closed early out of an abundance of caution in Clay County on Monday, storms that threatened to cause damage and spawn tornadoes were relatively quiet for local residents.

Project Homestead Food Pantry thankful for another year to serve.

Despite a few shortages during the past year, the Project Homestead Food Pantry continues to help those in West Point and Clay County who face food insecurity. Project Homestead Food Pantry services more than 800 individuals in the West Point and Clay County area.

Santa Claus is coming to the library

Despite it being the busiest time of the year, Santa Claus is taking a break from toy making and list checking. He will at the Bryan Public Library, at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19, for Story Time With Santa.

Drake appointed to positions at Aberdeen High School

Sherrell Drake is well known and respected in West Point.

Record Adoptions at WPCCAS

There were lots of preparations for the West Point Clay County Animal Shelter Open House Saturday. The previous Wednesday 14 puppies were brought in after being with foster families.