LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County and the City of Columbus are back on the same page when it comes to housing city inmates in the county jail. The Board of Supervisors signed off an agreement that would bring the city up-to-date on that tab and will get the ball rolling for a new inter-local agreement. The city will…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – For nearly 25 years, Nora Miller has served in some administrative capacity at Mississippi University for Women. Counting her time in the interim role, the past eight years have been as President of her Alma Mater. Those years haven’t been without their challenges. Just getting through COVID would have been enough for some, but there was…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – In a world dominated by algorithms and instant digital art, true creativity still starts with a blank page. For Columbus marketing firm neonFROG, this hand-crafted approach isn’t just an art form — it’s the secret to their massive growth. Founder Karen Stanley said connecting with the community is the heart of all their projects. “Relationships, customers, knowing…
For years, the Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop G has been waiting for a new home…
A camp that combines high energy, non-stop, with faith-based growth kicks off in Tupelo…
Rotary is a local club with a global reach. While its roots are as a civic organization designed to help the community, the club has expanded its idea of community from local to international…
For the second year, Aberdeen shuts down Main Street for its two day festival. Blue and White Festival kicked off Friday and Saturday…
PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Booneville teen was arrested for alleged sexual battery crimes. According to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department, authorities arrested 18-year-old Preston Jeremiah Thomas. Thomas from Booneville has been charged with two counts of molestation — touching a child for lustful purposes. On Sunday, June 7, the Sheriff’s department received a report regarding the inappropriate touching…
MACON, Miss., (WCBI) — Substance Abuse is something that affects many families directly or indirectly. A nonprofit organization in Macon wants people to know that if you’re seeking help there’s a place you can turn. What started as a dream is now a reality. John Conner, Selethia Malone and Adolphus Gillespie opened Vision of Hope as a way to give hope…
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – One person was shot after an illegal dice game in Clay County. Sheriff Eddie Scott tells WCBI that about 40 people were riding 4-wheelers on Dixie Road off Highway 46 west . A group started playing dice when things got heated. An argument then turned to gunfire. The victim, a bystander, allegedly told law enforcement…
Today on WCBI News at 6, Kealy Shields gives us more on what to expect at the Lowndes Co. Benefit Rodeo…
Today on WCBI News at 5, Kealy Shields gives us a LIVE preview of the upcoming rodeo in Lowndes County…
If you are not able to make it out to the Lowndes Benefit Rodeo this weekend, you are still in luck. Next week, folks in Clay County are saddling up for the 2nd annual Clay County Sheriff’s Rodeo…
Today on Pets Without Partners, Angie Beatty and Mindy Tusko from the Columbus-Lowndes Humane Society talk with Kealy about our special guests, Austin and Lyla.
Summertime is in full swing, and parts of the state are expected to see a heat index in the triple digits this weekend, and MDHS encourages Mississippians to take precautions to avoid heat stroke…
The Government agency announced it will waive day-use fees at more than 2,800 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide…
A local non-profit will be able to continue to carry out its mission of serving the community thanks to a generous donation…
Getting access to wellness resources in rural areas can be a challenge. But in Noxubee County, they’re tackling that challenge head-on…
Prairie Opportunity Incorporated held its quarterly community meeting this morning at Plum Grove Community Center in southern Lowndes County…
A stolen side-by-side has been recovered by the Winston County Sheriff’s Department…
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Lathomas McClelland about the upcoming Wallstreet Expo Back to School Edition
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with KMG Creations Owner, Kayla Gilmore about the upcoming 17th Annual Dancing in the Park event.
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is reminding anglers to review recent freshwater fishing regulations…
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Columbus Lowndes Public Library Director Erin Busbea and Community Engagement Coordinator Melissa Duncan about this summer’s special programs and book clubs…