Gathering for “One Night in March” documentary and panel discussion

STARKVILLE, Miss- (WCBI)- Monday, people gathered at the Starkville Public Library to view the documentary, “One Night in March.” The film tells the story of a historic basketball game between Mississippi State University -an all-white team at the time- and Loyola University -an integrated team. As the Civil Rights Movement gained momentum, MSU had a powerhouse basketball program that earned…

Black History and Education: Continuing B. L. Moor’s legacy

The Education Association of East Oktibbeha County Schools hosted the Black History and Education of Oktibbeha County event, recognizing educators from B. L. Moor and remembering its history.

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Education Association of East Oktibbeha County Schools hosted the Black History and Education of Oktibbeha County event, recognizing educators from B. L. Moor and remembering its history. The event also gave them the opportunity to reminisce and share stories. “It’s just amazing for me to walk in there and see people that I’ve taught and…

18th annual Ragtime and Jazz Festival celebrates musicians

The ragtime and jazz festival is held every year to bring attention to the Charles Templeton Sr. Music Museum.

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Mitchell Memorial Library’s Templeton Music Museum hosted its annual Ragtime and Jazz Festival this weekend. The Ragtime and Jazz Festival is held every year to bring attention to the Charles Templeton Sr. Music Museum. The event brings the tunes of ragtime to new ears and celebrates ragtime musicians. The festival hosted a variety of events including…

TPD investigates fatal single-vehicle crash

Around midnight on Feb. 25, Tupelo Police were dispatched to the 4000 block of West Main Street. Upon arrival, TPD discovered a single-vehicle collision near a bridge construction site.

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Around midnight on Feb. 25, Tupelo Police were dispatched to the 4000 block of West Main Street. Upon arrival, TPD discovered a single-vehicle collision near a bridge construction site. A Mazda SUV had collided with a parked piece of construction equipment. The adult driver was deceased at the scene. There were no other passengers inside the…

Part of Natchez Trace Parkway experiences wildfire

The fire started in the early afternoon on Sunday, Feb. 25 at milepost 287, just north of Tupelo.

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Part of Natchez Trace Parkway experienced a wildfire this afternoon at Pharr Mounds. The fire started in the early afternoon at milepost 287, just north of Tupelo. Parts of the area had to close but have now reopened. The parkway says to expect lingering smoke on the parkway overnight, so use caution. The situation is still…

MBI activates Silver Alert on behalf of the Horn Lake PD

Jonathan David Montgomery of Horn Lake, Mississippi, was last seen in the 5000 block of Nail Road in Desoto County.

HORN LAKE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Silver Alert notification on behalf of the Horn Lake Police Department. Jonathan David Montgomery of Horn Lake, Mississippi, was last seen in the 5000 block of Nail Road in Desoto County. Jonathan David Montgomery has an EMS Star of Life symbol on his arm. Family members say…

MBI activates Silver Alert notification on behalf of UMMC PD

Randy Lee Campbell of Jackson was last seen on Friday, February 23, at about 1:20 p.m. in the area of North State Street in Hinds County.

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) -The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Silver Alert notification on behalf of the UMMC Police Department. Randy Lee Campbell of Jackson was last seen on Friday, February 23, at about 1:20 p.m. in the area of North State Street in Hinds County. Campbell was wearing a hospital gown, gray joggers, and black shoes. Family members…

MBI activates Missing and Endangered notification for 9-year-old

9-year-old Jamiez Perez Ramirez of Jackson was last seen on Thursday, February 9, in the 300 block of Livingston Road in Hinds County.

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Missing and Endangered notification on behalf of the Jackson Police Department. 9-year-old Jamiez Perez Ramirez of Jackson was last seen on Thursday, February 9, in the 300 block of Livingston Road in Hinds County. Ramirez may be accompanied by Marion Kelly, who is described as a female, 5’1…

Eric Thomas Open Heart Foundation walks for a cause

Heart problems may affect someone you know. And leaving those problems unchecked can be deadly.

COLUMBUS, MISS. (WCBI) – Heart problems may affect someone you know. And leaving those problems unchecked can be deadly. According to the CDC, in 2021 one in every 5 people died due to cardiovascular disease. One group in Columbus is hoping to raise awareness about heart disease and how it can be prevented. The Eric Thomas Foundation held a heart…

Photos are released of the men who held up a Dollar General

If you have any information about this armed robbery call Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers or use the P3 Tips App.

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County investigators release photos of the armed men who held up a Dollar General. Security cameras caught images of the Wednesday night armed robbery in New Hope. Employees told deputies the two men came into the Lake Lowndes Road store wearing masks, gloves, and all black. One of them had what was described as…