Jeffery Simmons gives back with annual community Fun Day

Macon native and pro-football player Jeffery Simmons returns home for community event.

MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons returned home this weekend to host his annual community Fun Day. “Always great to be back at home, right down here in Macon, the city who raised me. This is home for me,” said pro-football player and Macon native Jeffery Simmons. Hundreds flooded the Titans Field in Macon for the…

Family honors late veteran with “Independence Day” memorial

LaSandra Miller wins the Fourth of July Yard Decoration competition for Ward 2 in Columbus.

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – While the Fourth of July is known for fireworks and grand celebrations, for one Columbus family, the holiday carries a much deeper meaning. Two years ago, life changed for the Miller family on Independence Day. What once was a day of celebration became a day of remembrance for their loved one Shern Miller — a husband, a…

CAFB hosts Freedom Fest 2026, celebrating America’s 250th

COLUMBUS, Miss., (WCBI) — Thousands came out to help Columbus Air Force Base celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in a big way. Land of the free, home of the brave! A large crowd was on hand to celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Columbus Air Force Base. The Fourth of July celebration, usually held at the Columbus Lock and Dam, changed locations…

Tips for keeping your pets cool this summer

COLUMBUS, Miss., (WCBI) — As the heat continues to swelter, it’s important to not only take care of yourselves but your pets as well. As the temperatures continue to climb, so do the chances of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, not only in people but in pets as well. Kim Hays with the Columbus – Lowndes Humane Society says it’s…

Hitting the Rodeo with style

CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – WCBI Anchor / Cowgirl, Kealy Shields, checks in with an Alabama couple who can help you get Rodeo-ready in one stop Categories: Local News Tags: Clay County Sheriff’s Rodeo, July 4th, rodeo

Firework safety for this Fourth of July

COLUMBUS, Miss., (WCBI) — As many celebrate America’s 250th birthday this year, we want to ensure that your safety is our highest priority. What better way than to celebrate the birthday of our nation than with fireworks. Although they’re very pretty and vibrant when they light up the night. When used incorrectly, fireworks can be dangerous. WCBI spoke with Columbus…