Mississippi Highway Patrol continues to investigate deadly hit-and-run
The Mississippi Highway Patrol continues to investigate a deadly hit-and-run crash. The accident happened on Highway 6 near Plantersville early Saturday morning.
Amory Main Street kicks off season with annual Fall Open House
Amory Main Street kicked off fall with its annual Fall Open House. It was the first day of October and the town of Amory was ready to welcome the fall season.
Aberdeen police continue investigation of deadly crash
The crash happened at the intersection of Highway 45 and South Meridian Street in Aberdeen on Sunday evening.
Okolona native is on a mission to clean up his hometown
Maharrey has assembled a crew that travels throughout the town picking up litter, making repairs, and beautifying the town.
OKOLONA, Miss. (WCBI) – First impressions are important. That’s why an Okolona native is on a mission to clean up his hometown. Okolona native and entrepreneur, Robert Maharrey, has taken on a big task in the small town that does big things. Maharrey’s family has lived in Okolona since the days the town was originally named Rose Hill. The military…
Tupelo youth living with cerebral palsy strives to make a difference
Family and friends came together to help him spread a message of hope and inspiration - one step at a time.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Almost 250 people assembled at Tupelo’s Fair Park Saturday for the inaugural Just Jesus Inc 5K Run/Walk. The event was the vision of 11-year-old Caleb Rodgers, who wanted to raise money to purchase Bibles and Bible studies for people and organizations that need them. His father Rodney Rodgers says this event is in conjunction with their…
MDE sees improvement in most recent absence data report
It showed 23.9% of Mississippi public school students were chronically absent in 2022-23, a decrease from 28% in 2021-22.
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – The Mississippi Department of Education released the most recent school and district chronic absence data report. It showed 23.9% of Mississippi public school students were chronically absent in 2022-23, a decrease from 28% in 2021-22. Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing around 18 days of the school year for any reason. This includes excused and unexcused absences…
Starkville now has a new basketball team on the court
The Mississippi Silverbacks is Starkville, Mississippi's first semi-professional basketball team in the town's history.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Starkville now has a new basketball team on the court. The Mississippi Silverbacks is the city’s first semi-professional basketball team. College towns often see some of the best athletes who dominate from the gridiron and sand dunes to the hardwood floors. Now, Starkville has its first semi-professional basketball team. The Mississippi Silverbacks belong to the American…
Lowndes County Sheriff’s department steps up to lend a helping hand
The department held a Bike Rally and Fish Fry at the Columbus Soccer Complex, providing food to the community for the greater good.
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Some duties call officers beyond the badge. The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Department is stepping up to lend a helping hand to a fellow correctional officer experiencing health challenges. The department held a Bike Rally and Fish Fry at the Columbus Soccer Complex, providing food to the community for the greater good. We, as correctional officers…
Assoc. for Excellence in Education announces grants for Tupelo schools
Students throughout the Tupelo Public School District will be able to use the latest technology and experience other innovative techniques, all at no cost to taxpayers.
Lone Oak Fire station will serve the community once again
For almost a year, there has been only a slab where the Lone Oak Volunteer Fire Station stood for 40 years in Lowndes County.
Bond set at $100K for Tupelo woman charged with child abuse
On Thursday, Tupelo police and emergency medical personnel were called about an infant in respiratory distress in the Carnation Street area.
MDE spokesperson confirms Donnie Cook no longer employed at MSMS
A spokesperson for the Mississippi Department of Education confirmed Donnie Cook is no longer employed at MSMS.
Local radio, TV personality Rick Mason visits students at Franklin Academy
Students Celebrate History of Music Technology
Students at Franklin Academy in Columbus are celebrating music and the many ways we can enjoy it. Local radio and TV personality Rick Mason spoke to the kindergarten through fifth-grade students.
Road closure notice: Lockridge Street in Tupelo will be closed Monday
Lockridge Street Sewer Line Being Replaced Monday
Tupelo Water and Light crews will be replacing a sewer line on Lockridge Street Monday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Area high schoolers explore careers in aviation at Pittsboro Airport
Local School Holds Aviation Career Day for High School Students
Students from Vardaman High School and Bruce High School were invited on the tarmac at Pittsboro Airport to see up close the possible career paths in aviation.
Oxford police respond to business for reported break-in
Arrest made for Oxford Burglary
On September 19, the Oxford Police Department responded to a business in the 2300 block of University Avenue for a reported break-in.
Federal appeals court reconsiders voting decision for certain felons
The Fifth U.S. Circuit of Appeals said a majority of the appeals court’s 16 active judges would take a new look at the decision delivered by a panel on August 4.
Oxford police ask for help identifying person of interest in assault case
The Oxford Police Department is asking for help identifying a person of interest in an assault that occurred early Friday morning around 1 a.m.
Texas man pleads guilty to electronic solicitation of child in Alabama
A Texas man accused of traveling to West Alabama to meet a teenager for sex was sentenced to 25 years in prison.
Lowndes County Supervisors agree to withdraw $1.1M from hospital trust
Lowndes County supervisors agreed to withdraw $1.1 million from the hospital trust fund. There has been no official vote on how the money will be used in this year’s upcoming budget, which begins October 1.
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One person dead after crash in Lowndes County
One person is dead after a truck crash in northern Lowndes County Thursday evening. The one-vehicle accident happened on Wright Road, just off Wolfe Road, after 7 p.m.
Nearly 100 grade school girls realize dream of performing with show choir
This is the first Synergy Show Choir Camp. 89 young ladies were taught by Synergy members during the two-day camp at the Performing Arts Center at Tupelo High School.