WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – West Point Police Department needs help in locating a wanted person for Grand Larceny. The offender is identified as Clinton Hunter Johnson of West Point. He is a white male, 6’4, and weighs 300 pounds. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact 911, the West Point Police Department at 662-494-1244, Clay County…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A 40-year-old male was shot in the buttocks and leg at Pear Orchard Apartments. According to Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry, he was able to drive himself to the hospital. His injuries are non-life-threatening. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X Categories: Crime, Local News
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – An early morning single-car accident leaves a Lowndes County man dead. A person was traveling on Spivey Road just after 6:00 am Saturday when they happened to come up on the wreck. When Lowndes County deputies arrived on the scene, they found the victim who had been ejected from the SUV. According to Lowndes County…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The presentation of Living Ads kicked off the 61st annual Charity Ball. Area businesses sponsor senior high girls, who walk across the stage, and through the audience, as their names and the businesses they represent are called. For the young ladies, being a Living Ad is a huge honor as they are finishing up their senior…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Cowboys and Cowgirls are getting ready to compete in one of the biggest events in the Golden Triangle. Each year the city of Starkville hosts an annual rodeo. One cowgirl contestant says it is something she looks forward to every year. “The relationship that we build with our athletes, they are our partners. Sometimes we actually…
NOXAPATER, Miss. (WCBI)- After COVID-19 closed everything down back in 2020, one town decided they needed to do something to make the community grow. The city of Noxapater created a Mardi Gras festival for the community. The Noxapater Community Chamber says this would not be possible without the help of sponsors and volunteers. “We had someone about three years ago…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a series of burglaries. Detectives are seeking the public’s help in locating the suspect responsible for two different burglaries that occurred on Hwy 45 North in Columbus. On two separate occasions, surveillance video captured a Ford F-150 entering the property. The suspect used an unknown device to break…
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department needs your help in investigating a shooting incident that happened on Tuesday, Feb. 6. The shooting took place on Sturgis-West Point Road. The department is searching for Roy Lee Fuller, Jr, also known as “Jr”, who is wanted for Attempted Murder in connection with this incident. If anyone has any…
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Fans are stocking up in preparation to see the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers face off. Next to Thanksgiving, the big game is the second most consumed food holiday of the year.
Having high blood pressure and high cholesterol has deeply impacted the lives of several people. This is why one nurse is urging people to get themselves checked frequently.
The Columbus Municipal School District was working to improve the conditions of its campuses. The school board held a special meeting to discuss the work that was needed within the district.
Brandon Presley, who also served as Public Service Commissioner for the Northern District of Mississippi, has been named Vice President of Strategic Initiatives for Edelen Renewables.
The second Friday in February is Arbor Day in Mississippi, and the Starkville Town and Country Garden Club celebrated the best way possible by planting trees.
A reckless driving call ended with a swim in the Yalobusha River and four people in the Calhoun County jail.
A voter registration deadline is looming for the Presidential, U.S. Senate, and U.S. Representative primary elections. You must register in person to vote by the end of business Monday at your circuit clerk’s office.
Thieves were rolling away with people’s tires and rims. Carroll County Sheriff Clint Walker said three vehicles have been hit in different areas of the county.
34-year-old Robert Elliot was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of a stolen vehicle. Both are felonies.
Associate members of the Junior Auxiliary of Tupelo spent the day transforming the Cadence Bank Arena for the 61st annual Charity Ball.
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Teaching can be one of the most rewarding jobs, but it can also be one of the most stressful. Especially when there aren’t that many years between you and the students you’re teaching.
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office is honoring the memory of a longtime staff member by continuing his service to the community.
Residents in Columbus and Lowndes County will now have the chance to voice their opinion on a possible annexation.
Jamar Stallings was charged with sexual battery and rape for allegedly assaulting an inmate in the Winston County Jail.