MEMA provides an update on storm damage from this week
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency releases new damage numbers from the storm system that swept through the state this week.
Historical Building at MSU to receive a new look
A historic building on the Mississippi State University campus is getting a new look.
WCBI announces “Teacher of The Month” for March
Go to wcbi.com/teachers to nominate them for Teacher of the Month. If you have already nominated someone this school year, they remain eligible to win through the school year.
Columbus City officials participate in National Read Across America
People from the community, and city employees went to several schools throughout the district reading, and listening to children read.
Soldier returns home to surprise children at two different schools
Major Drew Headings is given a hero's welcome at Carver and ECEC
The Tupelo soldier said being able to surprise both of his kids was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Mid-morning with Joey – 03/07/25
On today’s Mid-morning, Joey talks with our special guests about big cats, heart health, and more.
Recent meth bill died in committee
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Webster County Sheriff David Gore explains why he is glad the recent meth bill died in committee this week.
Owner of Brewski’s explains crawfish sales this year
Last Winter, several restaurants throughout the state were struggling to serve crawfish, due to low supply fed by a drought and hard freeze. One place struggling to keep the crawfish pots full was Brewski’s.
Daylight saving time calls for checking smoke detectors
Daylight savings time begins Sunday, March 9, and with the time change, it’s always a good time of the year to test smoke alarms in your home.
Oktibbeha Volunteer Firefighters help keep small fire under control
Quick work by Oktibbeha County volunteer firefighters helped keep a small fire from turning into something worse.
MUW hosts its 9th annual Music by Women Festival in Columbus
Mississippi University for Women hosts the 9th annual Music by Women Festival at the historic Poindexter Hall.
Long-time educator planning retirement from Oak Hill Academy
Cathy Davis announced on social media that she would be passing the torch as Head of School for the Raiders.
Plantersville man sentenced to over 10 years for drug trafficking
A Plantersville man has been sentenced to over 10 years in jail for drug trafficking.
Man faces misdemeanor charges in Webster County
A man in Webster County is facing a list of misdemeanor and felony charges
Local show choirs win big at national competition
New Hope show choirs won big at a recent competition in Nashville.
Mid-morning with Joey – 03/06/2025
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Next to Nature (Gravel) – 03/05/2025
We use gravel to drive on or fill in flower beds. There are a lot of uses. In this week’s Next to Nature, we take a look the rocks and how they are made.
Army of volunteers makes local fundraiser possible every year
Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary works through the year helping make sure that daily meals are provided for the needy
Holly Rogers used to help her Dad deliver meals as part of the Salvation Army’s Thanksgiving and, Christmas outreaches. And for this Empty Bowls Fundraiser, Rogers is working the ‘Steals and Deals’ table, as part of the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary.
Strong winds rip the roof off Clay County Jail
While the normal routine at the Clay County Jail in West Point was running, strong winds ripped off the roof in the south wing where inmates were being housed.
Two more arrest made in connection with a shooting in Starkville
Starkville police have made two more arrests in a February shooting.
Several food boxes distributed to assist food pantries across MS
Extra Tables’ 2025 March of The Mayors has wrapped up and resulted in more than 71,000 meals.
Man dead after a fatal house fire in Clay County
A Clay County man is dead after fire destroys his home.
Two men arrested for trying to steal copper wire in Carroll Co.
Two men are facing charges for allegedly trying to steal copper wire.
Columbus receives science grant from Main Street America
Columbus Main Street is the latest recipient of the Science Discovery on Main Street Grant.