Mid-Morning (Mental Health For The Kids) – 09/16/25
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Dr. Keith Watson about Mental Health in kids and how you can help them.
Man charged with robbery at the Vaiden 35/55 Truck Stop
40-year-old Charlie Terrell Jones has been charged with a violent robbery of a clerk at the 35/55 Truck Stop in Vaiden.
Good News With Colin – 09/16/25
For this Week’s Good News, Kealy talks with Colin Krieger about the upcoming events that will be happening this week.
Members mourn loss of church after fire
Laverne Greene-Leech said her heart “dropped” when she saw her church in flames. Canaan M.B. Church was founded in1870 in Columbus.
Alabama Governor makes a stop in Gordo for Back-to-School tour
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey’s Back-to-School tour made a stop in Pickens County at Gordo Elementary and Pre-K. The Pickens County School District recently expanded its Pre-K program, opening 4 new classrooms around the district.
Itawamba Co. Sheriff’s Office conducts saturation detail to fight crime
The high visibility operation involved multiple agencies
A high visibility saturation detail in Itawamba County leads to arrests and citations on charges ranging from DUI, marijuana possession, and outstanding warrants.
Police respond to a shooting incident in Aberdeen
For the second time in less than two weeks, Aberdeen Police find themselves investigating a shooting.
Man faces accused of killing two cows with his car in Montpelier
A wannabe cowboy has been accused of killing cattle in Clay County.
Starkville fire victim to make a full recovery from injuries
Starkville firefighters give an update on the condition of a fire victim.
New scam reported in Winston County
The Winston County Sheriff’s Department is warning of a scam caller identifying themselves as Sergeant Grady with the sheriff’s department.
Lowndes Supervisors approve new budget for the next fiscal year
At this morning’s meeting, the Board of Supervisors approved what they describe as a “bare bones” budget for the next fiscal year.
Columbus Police looking for a vehicle after a shooting on Airline Rd
Police continue to investigate an east Columbus shooting and want your help finding a car.
City leaders join CRD and volunteers for Lee Park cleanup
City leaders joined neighborhood volunteers and Columbus Recreation Department workers to begin a cleanup in Lee Park.
Mid-Morning (New President of the MDSA) – 09/15/25
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks to Steven Woodruff about becoming the new president of the Mississippi Deputy Sheriffs’ Association.
C.F.D. responded to a church fire
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Around 3:00 Sunday afternoon, the Columbus Fire & Rescue team responded to a fire at Cannan Baptist Church near the city shop/barn. Initial information showed that the fire may have started in the church’s attic. The building was unoccupied when the 911 call came in. At this time, no injuries have been reported. More information will be…
S.F.D. responded to a structure fire Friday night
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Around 9:00 on Friday, the Starkville Fire Department was dispatched by Oktibbeha County E-911 to a structure fire at 110 Logan Drive. Initial reports showed everyone was out of the home, but when fire crews arrived, they found one person trapped inside. Firefighters initiated a search, and found one victim on the second floor. While crews worked…
R.E. Hunt High School class of 1965 held the 60th class reunion
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) An alumni group came together to reconnect and reflect on memories. Members of the graduating class of 1965 of Hunt High School held their 60th class reunion this weekend. Part of the class reunion included a tour of Hunt Intermediate School. The graduates got a chance to see the cafeteria and get a look at the classrooms….
A woman is behind bars in Booneville
BOONEVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) On September 3rd, Booneville patrol officers received a report about a stolen credit card being used at a business just off of North Second Street. The report was turned over to the detectives of the Criminal Investigation Division. The suspect was identified as 20 year old Destiny Lee Hendricks of Booneville. Hendricks was charged with one felony…
Families in Tupelo explore annual Touch-A-Truck event
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Area organizations are often looking for ways to connect with their communities. In Tupelo, the Parks and Recreation Department is helping them do it in a fun way that especially appeals to kids and kids at heart. Tupelo Parks and Recreation is gathering the community together for some family-friendly fun. The Touch-A-Truck event allowed families to…
Educators are Essential Conference held in Columbus
The Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce held the event to support and show appreciation to all of the dedicated educators in the community.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Educators’ lives often revolve around their students. But paying that attention back to educators who give so much is just as important. That’s why the Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce hosted its “Educators are Essential Conference.” Without educators, communities wouldn’t have the foundation of knowledge they need to grow, said Carrie Martin, The Columbus Lowndes Chamber…
Columbus and Lowndes County residents celebrate first responders
The annual Salute to Lowndes County’s Finest Recovery and Relief Fund and Annual Event committee brings first responders from across the county together to celebrate the work they do every day. For almost 2 decades, this has also been a way for the organization to raise money to help first responders when they are on the other side of an emergency.
Food truck court opens in Columbus
A Columbus woman with a vision has transformed an empty lot into a business.
Residents in Ackerman are frustrated about the mayor’s decision
Ackerman Mayor Lauren Carson did not want to go on camera, but she tells me, the demotion of the Former Chief is because she wants someone more qualified, and someone to crack down on drugs in the town.
Police investigate two school employee incidents in Itawamba Co.
The Itawamba County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two separate incidents involving school employees.