Local Public Library receives grant for friendship benches in Columbus
An international initiative to help people struggling with mental health crises and other issues is coming to Lowndes County.
Boil water notice issued for southern Noxubee County
Some water customers in southern Noxubee County will need to take extra precautions in the coming days.
President Nora Miller announces retirement from Mississippi University for Women
First W Alum to lead the university will retire this Summer
Following a 30-year career in higher education, Mississippi University for Women President Nora R. Miller has announced her plan to retire
Many in Choctaw County come together following teen’s death
CHOCTAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) The New Year’s Eve death of 19-year-old Caden Yarbrough has rocked Choctaw County to the core. Now the community is coming together to take a stand against the gun violence and try to be a barrier for the youth in the county. Those who knew Caden Yarbrough described him as a loving, caring person who loved…
A man is wanted in West Point
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) Demetris Edwards is wanted for Aggravated Assault with a deadly weapon. Edwards is being described as a black man, who is five foot ten, and weighs 240 pounds. If you have any information about where the suspect might be, you are asked to contact the West Point Police Department, Golden Triangle Crimestoppers, or use the anonymous…
Calhoun County Firefighters responded to a fire on New Year’s Eve
CALHOUN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) A three and a half hour New Year’s Eve fire in derma, destroyed the last remaining building from the former Calhoun county agricultural school. According to sabougla Volunteer Fire Department, the department was called to help the Derma Volunteer Fire Department with the building fire at 9:30 on New Year’s Eve night. Firefighters from across Calhoun…
TPD is Investigating an armed robbery incident
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) The Tupelo Police Department is Investigating an armed robbery incident. On Saturday morning around 8:00, Tupelo Police officers responded to a reported armed robbery at the Breeze-N convenience store on 1725 North Gloster Street. Officers learned that a black male entered the store wearing a hoodie, and covered his face with a ski mask. The suspect demanded…
A man is behind bars for Grand Larceny and violating his probation
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) A man is behind bars in Lowndes County for Grand Larceny and violating a probation warrant. Around 2:30 on December 30th, Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office Deputies received a report about multiple thefts at a home in the 1200 block of Park Circle. The victim told deputies that someone came onto his property three times and stole…
It has now been five years since a woman went missing
UNION COUNTY, Miss. (WCB) It has now been five years since a woman went missing in Union County. On New Yer’s day in 2021, Jessica Stacks and her boyfriend Jerry Baggett, went to a friend’s house to rent or a buy a boat. Bagget said that he and stacks planned to take the boat down a river to hunt for…
Chess players wanted: Local woman begins chess club
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) If you’re looking for something new to try in the New Year, there’s a club forming in Columbus. And a local woman is hoping to bring more people to the table. Clara Ortega had a goal. She wanted to meet other people who loved chess as much as she did, who wanted to improve their game, and…
A Community Wash Day was held in Starkville
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) A Starkville Resident is turning her pain into purpose. Saperior Patton is the founder and President of the non profit organization called the Safe Place Foundation Incorporated. The nonprofit organization held a “Community Wash Day” at Xtreme Clean Laundromat. This allowed Starkville residents and Mississippi State University students, to use washers, dryers, and laundry detergent for free….
A Montgomery county family is thankful to be alive
DUCK HILL, Miss. (WCBI) Around 8:00 Wednesday night, Elliott and Duck Hill firefighters responded to a house fire at 2897 Highway 404 in Duck Hill. A witness tells WCBI, three children and a married couple were inside of the home when the fire started. No injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation. For 24/7 news…
Republican Senator Chad McMahan says getting tougher on crime is his top goal for the upcoming session
Senator McMahan also vows to push for a pay raise for teachers and assistant teachers
Mississippi lawmakers are heading to Jackson next week for their annual legislative session, and a Republican Senator from Northeast Mississippi says there will be some key issues to work on.
Aberdeen native is set to fill seat of MS House of Representatives
Democrat Justin Crosby defeated Republican incumbent Jon Lancaster in a special election to represent District 22 in November.
Baptist Memorial Hospital -Golden Triangle reports first baby born in 2026
Baptist Memorial Hospital -Golden Triangle has welcomed its first baby of the New Year.
Talking Warrior Water Association to conduct major repairs in the coming week
The Talking Warrior Water Association will be conducting major repairs for parts of Monday and Tuesday, which will require a short shut-off of water services.
Pets Without Partners (North) – 01/02/26
On this week’s Pets Without Partners, Grace Brister talks with Laura Grace Hardy and her special guest North.
Local gym owner says turnout is busy for first day of 2026
It’s New Year’s Day! That means many people are beginning their New Year’s resolutions.
Families start the year with hiking at Lake Lowndes park
More than 17 parks throughout the state offer their first day hike to give people a chance to experience the great outdoors.
Democrat Rep. Rickey Thompson says school choice, PERS and health insurance reform are priorities for upcoming session
Mississippi lawmakers start 2026 session next week
Mississippi’s State Parks are encouraging people to get the 1st day of the year off on the right foot.
WCBI Sunrise (New Year’s Food) – 01/01/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy and her mom, Beth Shields, make us a special New Years meal, Turnip Green Soup.
Animal Health (Chipping) – 01/01/26
On this week’s Animal Health, Dr. Ashley Jansen and her cat, Arden, about chipping your pet.
WCBI (Viewer’s Choice Awards) – 01/01/26
It’s a New Year, and it’s time to nominate your favorite businesses, people, and places in the WCBI Viewer’s Choice Awards!
Public ice skating allows locals to enjoy a rare treat for the south
Skaters of all ages, and skill levels enjoy indoor ice skating at Cadence Bank Arena
The only public ice skating venue in the region was crowded this final day of 2025.