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Columbia County releases updated criminal case docket for Nov. 19 The Columbia County Circuit Court has released an updated docket for cases to be heard at the Columbia County Criminal Detention Center in Magnolia on Thursday,... November 16, 2020

Upcoming civil meetings in Columbia County Upcoming civil meetings in Columbia County November 16, 2020

Emerson High Homecoming set for Nov. 20 Emerson High School Homecoming ceremonies will be held at 5:00 p.m. on November 20th. Due to COVID, contestants have been issued four tickets each. by Emerson High School Communications - November 16, 2020

Magnolia School District plans to rebound from uneasy start “Our community and parents have been very, very patient in understanding. Our teachers, administrators and students have all been wonderful and have worked extr... by Colby Clinton - November 16, 2020

Magnolia Boys and Girls Club to host annual auction at newly renovated facility The Magnolia Boys and Girls Club has scheduled their annual auction for Dec. 10 at their newly renovated facility. The auction will feature items donated by loc... November 13, 2020

Are you ready to adopt a dog? The Columbia County Animal Protection Society (CCAPS) houses over 100 cats and dogs and takes in over 1,000 unwanted animals each year, with a mission to provid... by Rhett Gentry - November 13, 2020

Former Sailor continues to serve veterans “I didn’t know I was missing something - I get that camaraderie again. Just knowing that they are in that position now that they are going into an uncertain tim... by Rhett Gentry - November 11, 2020

Coast Guard veteran’s service prepared him for civilian job “There’s a certain self-gratification that comes with knowing what you’re doing doesn’t benefit you at all,” stated Chase Lovell, "Knowing that you made a diffe... by Rhett Gentry - November 11, 2020

Former guardsmen barbers near old post “(Service instilled) a great work ethic, it helped me be a better leader and I learned that you didn’t have to know everything, but at least know where to look ... by Rhett Gentry - November 11, 2020

New Teacher Spotlight The Magnolia School District would like to recognize the new faculty members for the 2020-21 school year. This week’s Teacher spotlight includes Laura Camp and ... by Magnolia School District Communications - November 10, 2020

COVID-19 tests available at Magnolia clinics “Right now, it’s just one day at a time,” said Twana Hendricks, the local health administrator for the Columbia County Health Unit. by Colby Clinton - November 10, 2020

Police Report The Magnolia Police Department reported the following arrests for the period of Oct. 31 - Nov. 4. November 9, 2020