Improvements coming to community gym
Roof repairs will soon be made to the East Columbus gym.
Next to Nature (Black Walnuts) – 12/10/2025
On this week’s Next to Nature, Eric Lampkin is back again with Dr. Long, as they discuss the topic of Black walnuts.
10 people arrested after an 11-month investigation in Calhoun Co.
Pollan says more arrests are imminent and this is an ongoing investigation.
MS Governor grants clemency to an inmate serving 15 years in prison
In 2015, Marcus Taylor entered a guilty plea to Conspiracy to sell a Schedule 3 drug in Choctaw County Circuit Court. Today, the Governor commuted Taylor’s sentence to time served and ordered him to be released within 5 days.
Former Vice President brings national book tour to Jackson, MS
Former Vice President Kamala Harris will bring her national book tour for “107 Days” to the city of Jackson.
Lowndes Co. STING Unit awarded 2025 Narcotics Team of the Year
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office STING Unit has been awarded the 2025 Narcotics Team of the Year by the Mississippi Narcotics Officers Association.
MIDDAY TOY GIVEAWAY – 12/10/2025
Congratulations to today’s winners! If your child wants a chance to win on WCBI’s Midday Toy Giveaway, visit our website at wcbi.com/contests for more
Midday (Night Of Hope) – 12/10/25
Today on Midday, Grace talks with Thea Kay and Scott Reed about the upcoming Night of Hope event at First Baptist in West Point.
MS Lottery Corporation transfers over $11 million to state treasury
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation transferred just over $11,400,000 to the state treasury for November.
Christmas at the Mansion recognizes Mississippi’s rising academic scores
First Lady Elee Reeves also says response from school groups wanting to tour the historic residence has been overwhelming
It is definitely looking a lot like Christmas at one of the most historical homes in Mississippi.
Bell Ringers drive for donations in Red Kettles Campaign
The Salvation Army in Columbus has had challenges this year and for bell ringer, Sonja Malone, there’s a personal story behind her efforts.
An update on the shooting incident in Pontotoc
A Pontotoc County man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting on Sunday morning, December 7.
MS Governor sets date for Court of Appeals Special Election
Governor Tate Reeves has set the date for a special election to the Mississippi Court of Appeals.
New outpatient pavilion project underway at Noxubee General Hospital
Access to healthcare is an issue in many rural areas across the state. A new building project at Noxubee General Hospital will address that issue.
Man dead after being hit by a car in Noxubee Co.
A Noxubee County man is dead after being hit by a car.
MIDDAY TOY GIVEAWAY – 12/09/2025
Congratulations to our next few winners of WCBI’s Midday Toy Giveaway! Be sure to tune in to Midday every day for more winner announcements.
Cyberstalking complaint leads to an arrest in Tupelo
A cyberstalking complaint leads to more serious charges against a man in Tupelo.
Local football team receives love and support from Noxubee Co. community
The Noxubee County Tigers made another run at the state championship this year. Unfortunately, the “big game” didn’t go their way, but that’s not stopping the hometown crowd from showing them some love. Lakeadra Coffey was in Macon as parents and supporters hosted a welcome home party and celebrated the successes of the team, cheerleaders, and band.
Lee County volunteer fire departments looking to come up with Standard Operating Procedures Manual
The SOP will help enhance efficiency, safety, accountability and consistency
Volunteer fire departments throughout Lee County will soon have standard plans and procedures.
MEMA to award Safe Room Grants
Phase one of the Statewide Residential Safe Room Grant Program has begun.
Lowndes Co. Schools and industries work together to teach students about recycling
A partnership between Lowndes County’s newest industry and Lowndes County schools is helping elementary students learn a habit that can help clean up their neighborhood and improve the overall environment.
Police respond to an early-morning drug break-in in Macon
Early this morning, December 8, Macon Police responded to a break-in at City Drug Store, according to the Macon Police Department.
MIDDAY TOY GIVEAWAY – 12/08/2025
Congratulations to our winners for today’s drawing! If your child would like to enter their drawing, visit our website at WCBI.com/contests and enter a drawing for a chance to win! We will have more winners tomorrow.
Columbus church hosts health fair entering holiday season
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The new year is right around the corner. The 10th Street Fairlawn Baptist Church wants to get the new year off to a healthy start, and having the right information is essential to achieving that goal. “It was very interesting to be a part of that, and the doctor telling me that, hey, you are pretty…