COVID-19 impacting pregnancy stages for couples
Markell Cistrunk, who's expected due date is June 9, said visiting the doctor during this pandemic has been lonely due to social distancing guidelines.
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MEMA encouraging residents to wear face masks in public
The CDC said individual who don't have symptoms of COVID-19 can still transmit the virus to others before showing symptoms.
Oktibbeha County supervisors approve curfew
You can be fined up to $1,000 or spend up to 30 days in jail, which makes it different from Governor Tate Reeves's shelter-in-place order.
Gov. Tate Reeves: Mississippi is near peak of resources for COVID-19
Right now 3,000 beds are available in the state. The governor said they plan to increase it to 400 more beds and 250 ICU beds.
UMMC drive-up coronavirus testing center coming to Eupora
The one-day mobile collections will be on Thursday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., across the street from the Webster County Health Department.
Two West Alabama counties report 19 coronavirus cases
The total count for the state is nearing the 2,000 mark.
Tupelo Transit to remain closed additional week
The extra week will allow drives and employees another week of isolation.
WCBI to air WJTV's Coronavirus Town Hall with Gov. Tate Reeves
Gov. Reeves and Dr. Dobbs will be answering questions from residents.
100 new cases of COVID-19 reported, state total at 1,738
Over 20,000 coronavirus tests have been performed since the start of the outbreak.
Outbreak: Mississippi gets disaster declaration to speed aid
Mississippi's declaration comes after a statewide stay-at-home order took effect Friday evening to try to slow the outbreak.
Test results pending on possible COVID-19 death in Oktibbeha County
On Sunday, Coroner Michael Hunt reported an 89-year-old woman died from the virus.
Former MSU basketball player sharing new talent during coronavirus pandemic
Using an app called 'Acapella', Cunningham is bringing people online sounds from the heart that has every ear tuning in.
Baldwyn Police say governor's executive order will be enforced
Chief Agnew said those violating the executive order could face fines and possibly jail time.
Walmart announces changes to store operations
Some stores will test selling what they deem as essential items - groceries, toiletries and access to the pharmacy.
Stay at Home order takes effect Saturday for state of Alabama
Under the stay at home order people in Alabama can still get essential needs such as going to the grocery store, doctor appointments, or to work if you're still working.
Aberdeen Police Chief explains penalties of not following curfew
Under the city's curfew, no one is allowed out between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. except essential workers like medical personnel or people going to and from work.
Mayor of Columbus releases letter to residents following Gov. Reeve's stay at home order
In a letter to residents this afternoon, Mayor Robert Smith makes it plain that local restaurants can not offer dine-in services.
Cooper Tires to continue shutdown
Some distribution centers will continue to operate but production is being covered by its European plants.
Columbus Lowe's reopens after deep cleaning
Mayor Robert Smith closed the store on Thursday after reports surfaced of an employee testing positive for COVID-19.
Tupelo Salvation Army making changes to operations
The Tupelo location will begin operating 24-hours a day. The new policy will only allow residents to leave the shelter for essential needs.
181 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Mississippi, state total at 1,358
Counties reporting new cases in the WCBI viewing area are Chickasaw, Lafayette, Lee, Lowndes, Monroe, Noxubee, Pontotoc, Prentiss, and Winston.
Long-term care facilities address COVID-19 protocol
These precautions are recommended by the CDC and the Mississippi Health Department.
Car dealerships adapt in wake of coronavirus, economic downturn
Cody said fewer people are coming into the showroom because of concerns over the virus and the economic downturn.
Mississippi State University closes majority of buildings
MSU said the campus will remain operational and classes will still be taught remotely.