‘In Our Nation’: Annunciation Catholic School celebrates veterans
As part of the nationwide celebration of Catholic Schools Week, Annunciation honored area veterans and welcomed them to campus.
Starkville Mayor urges caution going under S Washington St. bridge
The bridge is located on South Washington Street. Starkville Mayor Lynn Spruill and owner of Starkville U haul Kim Moreland, said taking extra precautions could save your car.
Macon police see rise in auto burglaries
A new trend is going viral, and local police say it could cost you your set of wheels. Over the last several days nearly five cars have been burglarized or stolen in the Macon area.
Alert: Telephone scammers posing as Lowndes County officials
"These people are professionals. They do this for a living. They scam people out of their money every day all day long."
Scammers always seem to find ways to work around things, like caller ID. Recently, one has been targeting Lowndes County residents.
In The Kitchen: Bluto’s Greek Tavern
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Amory police: Columbus man in custody for alleged fraud crime
A Columbus man was in custody for an alleged fraud crime. Jacob Gottschalk was charged with forgery for an incident that took place in Amory.
Water Valley special election: Voters will soon select new mayor
Former Water Valley Mayor Donald Gray had to resign that position after he was elected Chancery Clerk of Yalobusha County.
Potential dam breach watch issued for Arkabutla Dam
All eyes are on the Arkabutla Dam located in Desoto and Tate Counties in far northwest Mississippi. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued a potential dam breach watch for the dam.
$20 Jackson Ticket Produces First $1 Million Winner
Additional big wins around the State
A Lee County woman walked away from the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters with the title of being the first millionaire winner of the $20 Jackson Game.
Last chance to vote: MUW’s new name survey closes January 29
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After widespread backlash to the university’s proposed rebranding to Mississippi Brightwell University earlier this month, MUW leaders went back to the drawing board to come up with other possibilities.
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Lee County Coroner identifies pedestrian killed in Tupelo
A vehicle hit a pedestrian on Highway 45 in Tupelo, Saturday night and there was still no word on the driver. Tupelo officers said it happened around 9 p.m. near Eason Boulevard.
Grenada police search for missing teen
Grenada police are asking for your help to find a missing teenager. Layla Jae Roberson was last seen in the early morning hours of Friday, January 26.
Starkville police: Fight escalates to gunfire on University Drive
What started as a fight in Starkville escalated to gunfire. Now, a Greenville man is charged with aggravated assault.
Starkville Utilities offers payment plans after extreme cold weather
Upcoming utility bills will reflect the deep freeze that shut down schools, businesses, roadways, and airports and caused many to shelter at home.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Starkville Utilities warns that extreme weather could result in higher bills. Upcoming utility bills will reflect the deep freeze that shut down schools, businesses, roadways, and airports and caused many to shelter at home. Starkville Utilities is reminding customers that payment options are available to address the impacts of increased water and electricity usage during the…
Winter weather affects abundance of ducks in Mississippi
The El Nino year producing a cold and wet winter had hunters and watchers optimistic for the coming season.
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – “Where are all the ducks?” That’s a question James Callicutt deals with from hunters and birders in Mississippi by the year. Callicutt is a Mississippi State University Extension Service instructor specializing in waterfowl and wetlands ecology. He says data shows duck abundance in the southeastern U.S. is well below average. The El Nino year producing a cold…
Rowdy Hoops: Shooting hoops for a good cause
The Rowdy Foundation held their annual Rowdy Hoops game today at Heritage Academy.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Heritage Academy seniors shot some hoops for a good cause. The Rowdy Foundation held their annual Rowdy Hoops game today at Heritage Academy. Kids were learning the basics of basketball with the senior class of Heritage Academy on Saturday. Rowdy Hoops is an event that allows children with special needs to play basketball with high school students…
Person hit by vehicle on Hwy 45 in Tupelo
Around 9:00PM Tupelo Police Officers responded to the area of Hwy 45 near Eason Blvd.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A person was hit by a vehicle on Hwy 45 in Tupelo. Around 9:00 p.m. Tupelo Police Officers responded to the area of Hwy 45 near Eason Blvd. Once there, officers located a deceased male. The driver and vehicle, which was possibly a black Toyota Camry with a Chickasaw County tag, have not been located. This…
LCSO warns of scammers claiming to be law enforcement
The scammers have used false claims of outstanding warrants in attempts to trick people into making electronic payments or providing credit card information.
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Department wants you to be aware of a scam that is impacting the area. Telephone scammers are falsely claiming to be law enforcement and have called several residents in Lowndes County. The scammers have used false claims of outstanding warrants in attempts to trick people into making electronic payments or providing…
Local furniture companies are looking for workers
Earlier this week Omega Motion announced the Saltillo plant would be closed in the next few months. That should impact around 130 workers.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The president of the Community Development Foundation says there should be many job opportunities for employees at a Lee County furniture maker that is closing the local plant. Earlier this week Omega Motion announced the Saltillo plant would be closed in the next few months. That should impact around 130 workers. The move is part of…
Starkville hosts 39th annual “Frostbite” run/walk
This year's race will benefit a national charity based in Starkville, called the "Catch A Dream Foundation."
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Some ran. Some walked. This year’s Frostbite in Starkville saw runners on their mark early Saturday morning, with their eyes on the finish line. Run Coordinator Brad Jones, said this race is for seasoned runners and beginners. “We got our 39th annual frostbite race, it’s a marathon, a 10k, a 5k and so it has something…
Starkville police are investigating an early morning of shots fired
Starkville PD says citizens should be aware of a higher officer presence in the area.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Starkville Police Department received a call around 1:11 a.m. on Jan. 27 of a disturbance involving shots fired in the area of University Drive and Hartness Street. No injuries were reported. Starkville PD says citizens should be aware of a higher officer presence in the area. Officers are actively investigating the situation. For 24/7 news…
Silver Alert issued for Brookhaven man
James Matthew Roberts of Bogue Chitto, Mississippi, was last seen on Thursday, January 25, at about 8:00 a.m. in the 2700 block of Lee Dr. in Lincoln County, driving on US84.
BROOKHAVEN, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Silver Alert notification on behalf of the Brookhaven Police Department. James Matthew Roberts of Bogue Chitto, Mississippi, was last seen on Thursday, January 25, at about 8:00 a.m. in the 2700 block of Lee Dr. in Lincoln County, driving on US84. James Matthew Roberts was last seen driving…
Oxford Police officer recognized for actions that saved a life
Officers statewide will receive Crisis Intervention Teams training, to help those dealing with a mental health crisis
OXFORD, MISS. (WCBI) – Mississippi Department of Mental Health Executive Director Wendy Bailey wanted to present this certificate in person, to Oxford Police Officer Roman Sones. “Here is a person alive today because the officer had been trained in CIT, and knew techniques,” Bailey said. Officer Sones went through the Crisis Intervention Teams training within the past six months. It…