BGC youth member selected for performing at regional conference
Being a part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Golden Triangle, Craddieth was selected to sing at the organization’s regional conference.
Eupora organization hosts annual Chainsaw and Arts Festival
The Eupora community is fulfilling those needs and giving the town an economic boost with the 2nd annual Chainsaw and Arts Festival.
Cyclists stop in Vernon for annual ride for cancer awareness
VERNON, Ala. (WCBI) – A group of men are cycling for a cause. Starting in Memphis, they will travel more than 500 miles to raise awareness for cancer. Chuck Bolton is one of the founders of the “Ride 2 Rosemary” campaign. For him the journey is personal. “I’ve lost a lot. Lost my mother, my mother -in-law to cancer. My wife…
Thousands attend the annual 7th Avenue Heritage Festival
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Thousands of people came out for what’s known as “The Biggest Free Block Party in Mississippi.” The 7th Avenue Heritage Festival kicked off Friday afternoon and lasted until Saturday night. From live entertainment to vendors, the event was packed with activity. Rick “Don’t Go” Mason was the emcee for the event. “We’re having our own ‘Black Wall…
A 38-year-old man is facing prison time for attempted murder
CORINTH, Miss. (WCBI) On October 3rd, Lemarius Andron Harris pled guilty for trying to murder Jerry Lucas Prayer. Senior Circuit Court Judge Paul S. Funderburk sentenced Harris to a 40-year sentence in the Mississippi Department of Corrections. 20 years were suspended, meaning the suspect has 20 years to serve. Judge Funderburk also ordered this sentenced to run consecutive to an…
A woman is behind bars facing an aggravated DUI charge
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Hailey Cole is being Charged with Aggravated DUI in a fatal crash Involving a Motorcyclist. On October 3, 39-year-old Hailey Cole was charged with Aggravated Driving Under the Influence for a fatal traffic collision that happened on September 26th. Around 10:30 that night, Columbus Police Officers responded to reports of a motor vehicle accident on Highway 69…
The annual little hands big trucks event was held in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Horns were honking and lights were flashing in the friendly city early this morning, and this was all a part of the annual little hands big trucks event. This event gave children an opportunity to get an up-close look inside of some emergency and professional vehicles, and it also gave them a chance to meet the people…
An 18-wheeler wrecked in Yalobusha County Saturday morning
YALOBUSHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) It was a very scary moment for an 18-wheeler driver in Yalobusha County Saturday morning. Around 8:00 Saturday morning, Yalobusha County Emergency Officials responded to an accident involving an 18-wheeler. I55 South Bound near the 222-mile marker had one lane shut down due to a single eighteen-wheeler accident involving fire. No injuries were reported. The Vehicle…
A burn ban has been issued for Starkville
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Due to the lack of rain within the past couple of weeks, a burn ban has been put in place for the city of Starkville. Over the past week, Starkville Firefighters have responded to several brush fires caused by outdoor burning. To help protect lives, property, and resources, all outdoor burning is forbidden until conditions improve…
Columbus residents are spreading history through a festival
The stage is already set for a weekend of fun and learning from the seventh avenue heritage festival.
Aberdeen community honors local breast cancer survivors
The Second Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at Aberdeen Elementary promotes breast cancer awareness, and honors community survivors.
The Second Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at Aberdeen Elementary promotes breast cancer awareness, and honors community survivors.
Columbus Reaches One Year Without a Homicide
In Columbus, the streets sound the same. Sirens still echo. Blue lights still flash. But what’s missing is the call no family wants to receive. For the first time in years, no one in the city has been murdered.
ICC partners with MUW to for a new program to earn a degree
Itawamba Community College students can now transfer “up to 90 credits hours” to Mississippi University for Women through new program.
Polly Project: words of comfort in times of loss
The bereavement book, "Returned to Heaven Above," was written by local author Hannah Smith after her own family experienced such a tragedy.
A local organization is teaming up with an area healthcare provider to provide comfort to families who are grieving the loss of a child. The bereavement book, “Returned to Heaven Above,” was written by local author Hannah Smith after her own family experienced such a tragedy.
Downtown Feels the Shift as Bulldog Bash Heads to MSU
Several of them have decided to follow the crowds and temporarily set up shop around The Hump to get in on the action.
Starkville Strong Director explains the shutdown impacts
Herrington said Starkville Strong depends on 85% community donations, and 15% federal funding to keep them going.
Columbus celebrates going a full year without a reported homicide
Columbus is celebrating a milestone that hasn’t been seen in years, going a full calendar year without a homicide.
WCBI’s Grace Brister visits the Exchange Club in Columbus
Grace Brister got to spend the afternoon with the Exchange Club of Columbus and tell a little bit of her story.
Burn permits suspended until further notice in Columbus
Columbus Fire and Rescue has suspended burn permits until further notice.
Two West Point brothers plead guilty in Clay Co. Circuit Court
Two West Point brothers have been sentenced for their roles in the death of Mikel Craven.
Animal Health (M.P.L) – 10/02/25
Today Dr, Ashley Janzen talks with her guest, Catfish, about her M.P.L
WCBI Sunrise (Wings Over Winston) – 10/02/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Mike Forster about the upcoming Wings Over Winston Annual Event.
West Point Jr. Auxiliary teams up with healthcare providers for Polly Project
The West Point Junior Auxiliary is teaming up with a local healthcare provider to comfort families that are grieving the loss of a child.
What the shutdown means for Mississippians
The United States Government shutdown on Wednesday. This leaves some federal workers out of a job.