The Columbian-Progress

06/11/2026

A Tennessee woman who was arrested by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office in 2022 as part of one of the largest drug busts in recent Marion County history was taken back into custody last week after being indicted by a grand jury for aggravated drug trafficking and child endangerment.

06/11/2026

Watts Dream Investments and Caymen Watts hosted its inaugural Marion County Law Enforcement Unity & Prayer Day at The Church on Main for local law enforcement officers to come together and receive prayer of unity and protection as well as be honored for their daily sacrifice.

06/11/2026

Looking for somewhere to grab a cool drink this summer? Check out Good News Brewing!

06/11/2026

Obituary: Randy Dyess

06/11/2026

Barrett's Garden Center has amazing summer deals!

06/11/2026

Mainstreet Gifts has all you need for your bridal registry!

06/11/2026

Check out www.mariontheater.com for times!

06/10/2026

JACKSON, Miss. — Mississippi has the highest death rate in the nation for Alzheimer’s, a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. An estimated 7.4 million Americans over age 65 are currently living with the condition, a number expected to nearly double by 2050.

JACKSON, Miss. — Mississippi has the highest death rate in the nation for Alzheimer’s, a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. An estimated 7.4 million Americans over age 65 are currently living with the con...

06/10/2026

Columbia Primary School first-grader Vincent White earned first place in a statewide art contest presented by the Mississippi Bar that had entries from 58 schools.

06/10/2026

Nik Carney, who played for two years at Southwest Mississippi Community College after starring at West Marion and Columbia in high school, will soon be heading to the Volunteer State to continue his baseball career as a Division I athlete. The right-handed pitcher recently signed with Memphis and has a great opportunity to start for the Tigers next spring.

Nik Carney, who played for two years at Southwest Mississippi Community College after starring at West Marion and Columbia in high school, will soon be heading to the Volunteer State to continue his baseball career as a Division I athlete. The right-handed pitcher recently signed with Memphis and ha...