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By (https://www.wtva.com/authors/zac-carlisle/) Zac Carlisle    Published: Oct. 7, 2026 at 2:15 PM EDT | Updated: 7 hours ago     Share     (https://google.com/preferences/source?q=https://www.wtva.com)  Add Us On Google Add as a preferred source on Google      COLUMBUS, Miss. (WTVA) — Columbus Mayor Stephen Jones has started a blog called “From the Mayor’s Desk” to keep residents informed and highlight people who contribute to the city.  Jones said the blog gives him a place to discuss the city’s progress, the challenges it faces and what is ahead.  He also said he wants to use the blog to recognize businesses, organizations and residents who are investing in the community.  “Without those people, Columbus would be nothing. We’ve come a long way, and we just want to keep positive things going throughout the city and our community,” Jones said.    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