Lowndes County Circuit Clerk’s office takes part in some Halloween fun
The Lowndes County Circuit Clerk’s office decided to participate in the Halloween fun also. The office was decorated to resemble an enchanted forest.
Campaign conversations: Brandon Presley talks politics, family, and more
The Democratic candidate for governor says his main inspiration for public service was his mother
On November 7, voters in Mississippi head to the polls, and at the top of the ballot is the governor’s race. In the first part of a two-part series, WCBI talked with both gubernatorial candidates. We will start with Democrat Brandon Presley, who is challenging Governor Tate Reeves.
Your trick-or-treat path could lead straight to sex offender’s front door
“Mississippi doesn’t have laws that pertain to sex offenders and what they can and can’t do during Halloween or the holiday season.”
Candidate Brandon Presley nears end of campaign tour ahead of Nov. 7
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Presley is nearing the end of his campaign tour just a week ahead of election day.
Columbus and Jackson unite in mourning loss of Monique Montgomery
Family and friends are mourning the loss of a longtime member of the legal and religious communities in Columbus and Jackson.
LCBS passes policy laying out approved uses of parks, rec facilities
The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors wanted to make sure that residents were making proper use of the parks.
LCBS discusses road conditions along Airport Road
Economic development in the Golden Triangle isn’t without its headaches. One of those can be traffic conditions.
Loaves and Fishes of Lowndes County serves area for over decade
Loaves and Fishes of Lowndes County serves nearly 2,000 meals a week
Loaves and Fishes has been serving hot meals to Lowndes County for over a decade. Through the years, they have worked to grow their kitchen staff, volunteers, and outreach in the community.
Cute characters parade through downtown Columbus for Boo Parade
Princesses, pirates, superheroes, and other cute characters took over the streets of Downtown Columbus on Halloween. The annual Boo Parade is a Halloween tradition.
Purr-fectly spooky: Twisted Whisker Cat Cafe celebrates Halloween in style
Some residents at the area’s only cat cafe dressed up for Halloween. There were cats in witch hats, pumpkin costumes, and dinosaur outfits at the Twisted Whisker Cat Cafe.
MHP’s 1034 Project: Supporting troopers’ mental health
Work-life balance is important in any job, including law enforcement. But often, officers struggle with leaving the job at work. That can put a strain on family life and relationships.
Globe Fountain vandalism: Two teens arrested, charged with felony
19-year-old Abigail Fuqua of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and 18-year-old Madison Brown of Davidson, North Carolina were arrested and charged with felony malicious mischief.
Manslaughter conviction: Monroe County man sentenced to 20 years
A Monroe County man will spend the next 20 years in prison for killing a man who had been reported missing.
Judge retires assault charge against Columbus businessman ‘Mr. John’
A Columbus businessman accused of holding someone at gunpoint will not face a judge, at least for the near future.
Traffic stop in Webster County leads to drug arrest
A traffic stop ends in a ride to jail for a woman in Webster County. On Friday, Webster County deputies pulled Floy Carpenter over for a traffic stop.
Hoot and Hoops: MUW basketball teams serve up Halloween fun
The men’s and women’s basketball teams for Mississippi University for Women usually serve buckets on the court, but for Halloween, they served buckets of candy for the children.
Bruce Telephone Company brings faster internet to Calhoun County
One company has decided to make a much-needed change for its citizens. Bruce Telephone company has made internet much faster for the Calhoun community.
Bogue Chitto Cotton Gin provides accessibility, opportunity for farmers
It’s harvest time in North Mississippi, and farmers are working hard to get cotton crops out of the field and onto processing.
Preparing for the workforce: The impact of Mississippi community colleges
Community colleges fill an important space in the education arena, preparing some for the workforce, and others to go on to four-year programs
New Hope High seniors face off in ‘Shark Tank’-inspired challenge
High school seniors at New Hope learned what it’s like to be on the hit show Shark Tank. Instead of a celebrity panel of judges, the panel included local industrial leaders in the surrounding areas.
Mississippi Assoc. of Educators: Raise Mississippi town hall meeting Nov. 2
The Mississippi Association of Educators is holding a Raise Mississippi town hall meeting. The event takes place Thursday, November 2 from 6 to 7 p.m.
Man accused of murder faces domestic violence charge in Lowndes Co.
A man facing murder and attempted murder charges in Oktibbeha County now faces a domestic violence charge in Lowndes County.
Accident on Green Street in Tupelo claims life of 29-year-old
The name of the man killed in a Tupelo accident was released. Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green said 29-year-old Zachary Pierce died after the Sunday morning crash.
West Point police: Vamario Fitzgerald Baskin wanted for child sex crime
The West Point Police Department is asking for your help to find a suspect in a child sex crime. Vamario Fitzgerald Baskin is wanted on a charge of enticement of a child to meet for sexual purposes.