Webster County deputies collect gifts for families in need
For several years now, the Webster County Sheriff’s Office has been organizing a toy drive to help families that may be having a hard time providing Christmas gifts.
Reward rises for missing Noxubee County man
The reward for a missing Noxubee County man is now $15,000. Kenneth Reed was last seen in February while visiting family in Shuqualak.
Telling Your Story – Marty Stuart (Season 1 Episode 7)
"It's about the stories."
It’s got all the makings of a really good country song. There’s a train that rumbles through the dreams of a young boy on Route 8, that’s Kosciusko Road, in Philadelphia.
Former Amory High School teacher found guilty of child sex crimes
Toshemie Wilson was found guilty of eight counts of using students to produce sexually explicit material while he was a teacher at Amory.
Burglary strikes Caledonia Pharmacy twice in four days
The Caledonia Pharmacy was broken into in the early hours of Sunday morning. Lowndes County Sheriff Eddie Hawkins said the sheriff’s department is doing everything that they can to catch the suspects.
Mississippi law: Castle Doctrine vs Stand Your Ground
That situation raises the question: what is the difference between the Castle Doctrine and the Stand Your Ground Law?
Local options for your last minute gift shopping
There is just one week left until Christmas and people are hunting for the perfect last-minute gift.
There is just one week left until Christmas and people are hunting for the perfect last-minute gift.
Safety checkpoint turns to chase in Carroll County
Deputies said he had a gun and tried to run. Now, a Memphis man is behind bars in Carroll County.
The W looks to establish the Women’s College
As the first state-funded public university for women, Mississippi University for Women will continue its historic focus with the proposal of the Women’s College at Mississippi University for Women.
Lowndes County deputies investigate shooting in New Hope
Lowndes County deputies continued to investigate an overnight shooting in the New Hope area. Sheriff Eddie Hawkins said the gunfire happened on Shane Circle, just off Hughes Road.
Forensic testing continues on body found in Calhoun County
Sheriff Greg Pollan said a hunter was leaving the woods Saturday evening on County Road 211, near Bruce, when he found the body.
Protecting taxpayers and preventing local government corruption
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Protecting the taxpayers and checks and balances. Those were some of the talking points State Auditor Shad White provided WCBI during his last visit to the studio. People in elected positions or any position in government where they handle money are bonded. That essentially means there is an insurance policy that protects taxpayers if an elected official…
Monroe County social workers host Christmas celebration event for families
SHANNON, Miss. (WCBI)- Holiday cheer and the spirit of giving can be seen as the epitome of Christmas. Monroe County Social Services supervisor Tabatha Trice says she wanted to give back to the victims impacted by severe weather earlier in the year. “Today the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services is hosting a Christmas celebration for our children in custody,…
Local church donates over 150 bikes to local elementary schools
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI)- Businesses and organizations give typically children toys and clothes for Christmas. One local church is helping kids roll out into the new year in style. New Hebron Missionary Church purchased over 150 bikes for the second year in a row. Pastor of New Hebron Church. Joseph Stone, says this would not have been possible without the help…
Tupelo theatre portrays a classic Christmas story this holiday
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – One of the most popular Christmas movies comes to life with the Tupelo Community Theatre’s Production of “It’s A Wonderful Life.” The setting is Christmas Eve, 1945 in Bedford Falls. And although the stage play follows the storyline of the Frank Capra movie, it has a few surprises. Cast members say bringing the popular movie to…
Mississippi Food Network delivers 900 cases of frozen food
The Mississippi Food Network partnered with the Golden Triangle Dream Center to deliver around 900 cases of frozen chicken tenders.
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Organizations in the area are looking to feed those in need. The Mississippi Food Network partnered with the Golden Triangle Dream Center to deliver around 900 cases of frozen chicken tenders. The food was then distributed to local organizations and churches to take back and help those within their communities. The Dream Center invited around…
South Side Elementary celebrates students’ success
The A rating is the first of many in the West Point school district.
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Students at South Side Elementary in West Point were celebrated for their academic success. The Golden Triangle Dream Center served up hot dogs and hamburgers for the students and teachers as an extension of their adopt-a-block program to build relationships in the community. Earlier this year, the Mississippi Department of Education released the 2022 through…
Area horse riders got to showcase skills for free
MABEN, Miss (WCBI)- Christmas is a time of holiday cheer and giving. Cow Punch arena owners Josh and Annie Wood said they wanted to give back to the community in a different way. “Just trying to get the word out that we are open, and the rainy season is coming, and if you would like to ride then we are…
Tupelo-based company gives back with ‘Harvest of Hope’
1,000 food boxes will be given away December 16, as part of the "Harvest of Hope."
Team members from Bobby Brock Insurance took a break from office duties, to pack boxes of food at the Tupelo Furniture Market.
Health alert: Risks of health-related deaths peak during holidays
Studies show a person is more likely to die from a health-related illness during the Christmas holiday season than any other time of the year.
Up in flames: FedEx truck catches fire in Oktibbeha County
A FedEx truck went up in flames in Oktibbeha County but the driver escaped injury. The fire happened at Old Highway 25 and Highway 25.
Local clinic provides tips to stay clean during holidays
Stephanie Christy is a Nurse Practitioner at Allegro Family Clinic. She said she hoped people take those few extra steps to stay clean during the holidays.
Spreading joy: 4-County Electric Power Association toy drive
Thanks to the 4-County Electric Power Association, Christmas will be a little brighter this year for families.
NAACP Jail Ministry donates essentials to Noxubee Co. inmates
The Noxubee County Branch of the NAACP Jail Ministry donated hygiene items, socks, and underwear to inmates at the Noxubee County Adult Detention Center.