Former Greenville Police Officer to spend seven years behind bars
A former Greenville Police Officer will spend the next seven years behind bars. Martavis Moore was sentenced in the United States Attorney’s Office…
Angel Moms hold second annual Family and Friends Day
SHANNON, Miss., (WCBI) — On Saturday, July 13, a group woman who are united by an unfortunate event came together to lean on each other, uplift one another to let their families and friends know, “we don’t have to walk this alone.” Angel Moms held their annual Family and Friends Day in the Poplar Springs Community Park in Shannon. The…
Simmons pours into area youth at football camp
STARKVILLE, Miss., (WCBI) — NFL star Jeffery Simmons held his annual football camp at the Sportsplex in Starkville. The two-day camp focused on offensive, defensive and special teams’ skills. Young players were able to receive coaching not only from Simmons but also one of his former teammates and area coaches. Tennessee Titans star Jeffery Simmons came back to the town…
The Chase House of Restoration is helping transform lives, one step at a time
A Pontotoc County-based ministry continues to help men and women find freedom from addiction and build a new life for themselves and their families. Allie Martin has more…
Sid Salter briefs Starkville community leaders about the events of this year’s Fair
It has its roots as an agricultural fair and exposition, but in the past 130 plus years, the Neshoba County Fair has grown into “Mississippi’s Giant Houseparty”…
Scattered rain continues
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Increased rain potential with a slight break in the heat. MONDAY NIGHT: Isolated rain chances will continue through the evening. Overnight lows will drop into the lower 70s. TUESDAY: A Low pressure system will continue to rotate moisture around the Twin State region. This will keep scattered showers and thunderstorms around. Afternoon high temperatures will be…
North Mississippi Health Services names new Chief Operating Officer
North Mississippi Health Services names a new Chief Operating Officer. Shawn Morrow took on the role at the end of August…
Mid-Morning (Miss Mississippi Volunteer) – 07/13/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Miss Mississippi Volunteer Caroline Chaney about Caroline’s experience being crowned and her goals moving forward…
UPDATE: Victim of Lowndes Co. shooting has been identified
We now know the name of the victim who was shot and killed in a Lowndes County homicide…
Oktibbeha Co. Sheriff’s Department works with local banks to help protect residents from scams
It is something you are likely hearing weekly, that scams are everywhere. Scammers are using different tactics and trying to make victims feel like they are in high-pressure situations in order to get information and money from them…
Teen faces a drug charge in Monroe Co.
19-year-old David Tyler Jones was arrested and charged with possession of a Schedule II Narcotic…
Local businessmen rock the stage as ‘2 Drink Minimum’
A group of mostly middle-aged businessmen is still entertaining crowds after nearly two decades. Allie Martin has more…
Safe Place, Inc. holds annual community wash day
Many students in our area have less than a month left of summer before returning to school. A nonprofit organization in Starkville wants to ensure that all students have clean clothing when they go back to class…
Jeffrey Simmons teams up with Academy for free shopping spree
"That is the great thing about being able to have a platform to pour back into the communities."
Ahead of his annual football camp in Starkville, Jeffrey Simmons partnered with Academy Sports to take 20 kids on a $4000 shopping spree. Because when you look good, you feel good…
Midday (Takes A Village BACK2SCHOOL BASH) – 07/10/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Takes A Village Founder Ricky Harris and Organizer Courtney Brewer about the upcoming 6th Annual BACK2SCHOOL BASH Family Fun Day!
Pets Without Partners (Maggie) – 07/10/26
Today on Pets Without Partners, Kealy talks with Kim Hays about our special guest, Maggie!
United Way partners with KY-based non-profit for massive giveaway
Nearly a million dollars in goods were given to Golden Triangle residents.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Hundreds rolled through Columbus this week for United Way’s Free Community Giveaway. Cars wrapped twice around the Roger Short Soccer Complex — with lines stretching all the way to Main Street. “No IDs, nothing had to be checked. All you had to do is bring a good attitude and they loaded up the cars, and it…
Mississippi’s top students compete for National Civics Bee Crown
Some of the brightest middle schoolers throughout Mississippi spent their day showcasing their knowledge about the US Constitution and the nation’s system of government…
Bell’s making his own mark as new Eupora Police Chief
The City of Eupora has officially named Bryant Bell as the new police chief. Bell, who has been with the force since September 2024 has worked as the interim chief since May…
Midday (2026 Artesia Day Festival) – 07/09/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with City Clerk Tresa Sanders about the 2026 Artesia Day Festival!
Midday (Let’s Flamingle Downtown) – 07/09/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Main Street Columbus Event Coordinator Chelsea Best about the Let’s Flamingle Downtown event!
Columbus Junior Auxiliary packs school supplies for local kids
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) -The clock is winding down for summer break across the area, and the Columbus Junior Auxiliary is making sure every child is ready for the new school year. As a special education teacher in Lowndes County, Elmaz Braddock knows just how fast the summer months can pass by and how difficult the school year can be on…
Mid-Morning (Reform Library Summer Program) – 07/09/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Reform Library Director Valerie Abrams about summer reading programs.
Next to Nature (Kudzu) – 07/08/26
On this week’s Next to Nature, Eric and Dr. Long discuss the Kudzu…