Lee County may be closer to having new jail
The Lee County Board of Supervisors discussed the progress of plans at its meeting. A 2021 lawsuit claimed dangerous conditions existed at the jail.
Tupelo man awaits trial after being arrested for 2023 robbery
A Tupelo man is awaiting trial after being arrested for a 2023 robbery. Tupelo police arrested Jacquez Rice on a warrant for strong-armed robbery.
Two Columbus men face drug charges in Clay County
Timothy Hudgins and Treveon Hudgins were both charged with aggravated trafficking of a controlled substance while in possession of a firearm and some misdemeanors.
Millions of dollars pours into Mississippi since last year’s tornadoes
Nearly $85 million in federal and state has poured into Mississippi since last March’s devastating tornadoes.
Extra money heads to Noxubee Co. for road, bridge improvement
A transportation bill passed by Congress included $2.5 million dollars for improvements to Deerbrook Road and the bridge along the road.
Columbus-Lowndes Humane Society celebrates St. Patrick’s day
March 17 is known as St. Patrick's Day. Some celebrate with food, music, and drinking, but the Columbus Lowndes Humane Society celebrates with a party to help raise money for their animals.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – March 17 is known as St. Patrick’s Day. Some celebrate with food, music, and drinking, but the Columbus Lowndes Humane Society celebrates with a party to help raise money for their animals. They partnered with Zachary’s in Columbus to put on the event and 5th Street was flooded with people, pets, and a whole lot of…
Okolona Fire Department responds to fire at Jake’s Restaurant
At this time, the cause of the fire is unknown and Chief Evans says the case is under investigation.
OKOLONA, Miss. (WCBI) – The Okolona Fire Department responded to a fire at Jake’s Restaurant this afternoon. Okolona Fire Chief Marquan Evans says the fire started around 2 p.m. At this time, the cause of the fire is unknown and Chief Evans says the case is under investigation. Jake’s Restaurant is currently shut down as a result of the fire….
Remembering CW4 Derek Abbott: funeral services held in Fulton
It was a solemn ceremony honoring the life of a fallen hero. Fulton native Derek Joshua Abbott was recognized today for his role as Chief Warrant Officer 4 in the Mississippi Army National Guard.
FULTON, MISS. (WCBI) – It was a solemn ceremony honoring the life of a fallen hero. Fulton native Derek Joshua Abbott was recognized today for his role as Chief Warrant Officer 4 in the Mississippi Army National Guard. Family, friends, and brothers in arms filled the Davis Event Center at Itawamba Community College. Abbott was in D Company of the…
Noxubee first responders showed community emergency simulation
Noxubee County had its annual training day for the community to come out and watch realistic emergency situations.
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Noxubee County had its annual training day for the community to come out and watch realistic emergency situations. In emergencies, they dealt with real-life responses from the Noxubee First Responders. There were different scenarios shown at the event like fire demo training, vehicle extrication, and medical scenarios. There were also courses known as CEUs which…
City of Bruce hosts inaugural “National Ag Day” event
The event taught children about tractors, crops, and the history of farming. Several tractors were lined up and local farmers were ready to teach others about agriculture.
BRUCE, Miss. (WCBI) – In the classroom, students are taught math, science, and English, but they do not learn much about agriculture. This is why the city of Bruce held a “National Ag Day” event. The event taught children about tractors, crops, and the history of farming. Several tractors were lined up and local farmers were ready to teach others…
Local dog show brings dogs from across the state to Starkville
People and dogs alike came from across the Golden Triangle and other parts of Mississippi for the GTR Kennel Club Dog Show.
STARKVILLE, MISS. (WCBI) – People and dogs alike came from across the Golden Triangle and other parts of Mississippi for the GTR Kennel Club Dog Show. Ashley Neal works at a veterinary clinic in Hattiesburg. She has been competing with her chihuahuas for 3 years. She says that the shows are about more than just showing off your furry friend….
Prentiss County man was arrested on multiple charges
On March 12, 2024, Prentiss County Deputy Jimmy Jarman and Investigator Jason Chism were conducting a safety checkpoint with Baldwyn K9 Officer Buck Franks on Industrial Park Drive in Baldwyn.
PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Prentiss County man was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute. On March 12, 2024, Prentiss County Deputy Jimmy Jarman and Investigator Jason Chism were conducting a safety checkpoint with Baldwyn K9 Officer Buck Franks on Industrial Park Drive in Baldwyn. Bobby…
Grenada County Murder suspect is now in custody
On Friday, March 15 around 11:15 pm Grenada County Deputies were dispatched to a residence on Grant Road, for a female possibly being shot and not breathing.
GRENADA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Grenada County Murder suspect is now in custody. On Friday, March 15 around 11:15 pm Grenada County Deputies were dispatched to a residence on Grant Road, for a female possibly being shot and not breathing. It was discovered that the victim, Talicia Latham, appeared to be deceased from multiple gunshot wounds. Murder suspect Stanley…
Carroll County shooting leaves a 20-year-old dead
On Thursday, March 14, around 10:22 p.m., Carroll County Deputies were dispatched to a club formerly known as Katie’s Place in the Coila area
CARROLL COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A 20-year-old is dead after a parking lot shooting in Carroll County. On Thursday, March 14, around 10:22 p.m., Carroll County Deputies were dispatched to a club formerly known as Katie’s Place in the Coila area. Deputies arrived and found Jaheim Montreal Walker unresponsive. They initiated CPR until Medstat arrived, but Walker died at the…
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Storm leaves trail of damage in downtown New Albany
Early morning storms uprooted trees and damaged some buildings in downtown New Albany.
Storms roll in on cusp of tornado anniversary in Amory
Severe weather can strike at any time and anywhere, causing damage in its wake. Such was the case in Monroe County early this morning.
4 years since COVID: Adapting to changes in post-pandemic world
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. On March 15, states began to implement shutdowns to prevent the spread of the virus.
Noxubee County driver escapes vehicle after crashing into creek
A Noxubee County driver is lucky to be alive after she crashed into a creek and the current slammed her car into a bridge.
Senate Bill 2715 dies on calendar in Mississippi Senate
A bill in the state legislature that would have merged MUW with MSU, and moved MSMS to the MSU campus may now be dead-dead.
Lowndes County Supervisors help United Way help others
The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors is helping the United Way help others. They just have to get the go-ahead from lawmakers.
Funeral services for MS National Guardsmen killed in crash
Funeral services for the two Mississippi National Guard aviators killed in a helicopter crash were announced.
Solar power company heads to Lowndes County
The site for the project is slated to be located south of International Paper on Carson Road. That’s in southern Lowndes County.
Alabama Highway Patrol investigates fatal crash in Pickens County
The Alabama Highway Patrol is investigating a crash that killed a Pickens County woman and sent another to the hospital.