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Caledonia, Mississippi Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Caledonia! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How much more will Caledonia homeowners pay in property taxes?
  • How did Caledonia clinch a No. 1 playoff seed in defeat?

Also on today's calendar: Film Screening & Costume Contest: “The Soul of All America” and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 82, low: 66.
  • Monday: Sunshine, warm and less humid, with a high of 87 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Ask The Dispatch: How will my property tax bill change this year? (cdispatch.com) — If you own property in Caledonia, expect your tax bill to rise this year even though county and school millage rates dipped slightly. The town’s 2.5‑mill increase means about $15 to $23 more per $100,000 in value, depending on homestead status. The article also compares how bills are changing in other Lowndes and Oktibbeha County communities.
   

• New Hope squeezes past rival Caledonia in annual ‘Dig Pink' game (cdispatch.com) — Caledonia’s volleyball team dropped a tight five‑set ‘Dig Pink’ rivalry match to New Hope but still secured the No. 1 seed in the Class 5A playoffs starting Oct. 6. The game doubled as a breast‑cancer fundraiser, while other nearby schools like Starkville, West Lowndes, Columbus, and Oak Hill also wrapped up regular seasons and set their postseason paths.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Whether you’re trick-or-treating, driving, or celebrating at home, follow these simple tips to keep the fun spooky—not scary.
    Reflective costumes, flashlights, slower speeds, and careful candy checks can make all the difference. Have a happy and safe Halloween! Read our… (Nextdoor )
  • Sign up now for the 2026 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Symposium!
    It's on October 16 from 8 am to 3 pm at Children's of Alabama Bradley Lecture Center. To register or get more details, visit childrensal.cloud-cme… (Nextdoor )
  • Driveline posted a job opening for Flex Merchandiser in Caledonia. Apply here.
  • Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Merchandising Sales Associate in Columbus. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Caledonia here.

🗞 Nearby News

Columbus

  • Mary Means Business: Hallberg does it again: New Starkville restaurant on the way (cdispatch.com)
  • Wet Weather on the Way - Home (wcbi.com)
  • Colom: Hyde-Smith too ‘chicken' to debate him (cdispatch.com)

Aberdeen

  • Aberdeen Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter, Cocaine Trafficking in Monroe and Lee County Cases (alcornnewsms.com)
  • AG called upon to respond to controversial Mississippi cases (wapt.com)

Ok Caledonia! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Caledonia

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