Between the Headlines dives deep into the stories shaping Columbus and Lowndes County, Mississippi. Hosted by The Commercial Dispatch managing editor Zack Plair and local businessman and commentator David Chism, this show goes beyond the front page to bring you the real conversations behind local politics, policies and people. Zack’s journalistic expertise and David’s insight deliver in-depth analysis, spirited debate, and behind-the-scenes context you won’t get anywhere else. It's honest discussion on what matters.

Got a question or a tip? Send us a text Today, we explore a riveting political drama unfolding in Columbus centered around Susan Wilder, the city's grant writer. A low-risk grant which could eventually make the city greener, astonishingly faces an unexpected hurdle when a 4-2 council vote initially rejects it. However, the mayor's determined intervention stirs the pot, leading to a special meeting that ultimately swings in favor of the grant. This episode questions whether Wilder is merely a ...