CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – For more than 150 years, professional rodeos have been one of the biggest spectator sports in the world. For Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott, it was something he grew up on. “The rodeo is a simpler past. I grew up going to rodeos, and there are not that many local rodeos. Some kids have never…
NORTHEAST MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – A Mississippi native is on a mission to teach people how to “weather the storm.” And it starts with preparing before the lightning strikes or the temperature rises. “Weather Doesn’t Discriminate, but Impact Does.” That’s the subtitle and the heart of Mississippi native Dr. Jamese Sims’ new book “Protect the House.” “‘I had to protect the house,’…
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Colin Krieger about the Columbus Air Force Base Freedom Fest!
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI)- The 4th of July is just days away, and many people are expected to hit the roads for the holiday weekend. To ensure drivers are safe, the Mississippi Highway Patrol will be out in full force patrolling the state’s highways. Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop G Public Affairs Officer Clay Flake says there are a few things drivers can do…
Mosquito season is in full force in Mississippi, and the State Department of Health is announcing the state’s first case of West Nile Virus…
A Guin man who was injured in a motorcycle versus car collision has died…
17-year-old Kameron Coffey was charged with aggravated assault…
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – For day one at the Miss Volunteer Mississippi Pageant, it was a chance for contestants to enjoy a welcome reception, then their first rehearsal for one of the elaborate production numbers. This is the third year for Annie Hillman to compete. Miss Southern Magnolia Volunteer says this pageant system is different than any other. “It is all…
A man has been arrested after a burglary investigation in Tupelo. Matthew Calise was charged with Burglary of a Building…
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Marvin Spindler and Khrystus Sofiia about Germany’s Great Bavarian Circus coming to Louisville and Columbus!
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy, Keyton Blocher, and Nick Hairston discuss everything you need to know about firework safety.
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County and the City of Columbus are back on the same page when it comes to housing city inmates in the county jail. The Board of Supervisors signed off an agreement that would bring the city up-to-date on that tab and will get the ball rolling for a new inter-local agreement. The city will…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – For nearly 25 years, Nora Miller has served in some administrative capacity at Mississippi University for Women. Counting her time in the interim role, the past eight years have been as President of her Alma Mater. Those years haven’t been without their challenges. Just getting through COVID would have been enough for some, but there was…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – In a world dominated by algorithms and instant digital art, true creativity still starts with a blank page. For Columbus marketing firm neonFROG, this hand-crafted approach isn’t just an art form — it’s the secret to their massive growth. Founder Karen Stanley said connecting with the community is the heart of all their projects. “Relationships, customers, knowing…
For years, the Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop G has been waiting for a new home…
A camp that combines high energy, non-stop, with faith-based growth kicks off in Tupelo…
Rotary is a local club with a global reach. While its roots are as a civic organization designed to help the community, the club has expanded its idea of community from local to international…
For the second year, Aberdeen shuts down Main Street for its two day festival. Blue and White Festival kicked off Friday and Saturday…
PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Booneville teen was arrested for alleged sexual battery crimes. According to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department, authorities arrested 18-year-old Preston Jeremiah Thomas. Thomas from Booneville has been charged with two counts of molestation — touching a child for lustful purposes. On Sunday, June 7, the Sheriff’s department received a report regarding the inappropriate touching…
MACON, Miss., (WCBI) — Substance Abuse is something that affects many families directly or indirectly. A nonprofit organization in Macon wants people to know that if you’re seeking help there’s a place you can turn. What started as a dream is now a reality. John Conner, Selethia Malone and Adolphus Gillespie opened Vision of Hope as a way to give hope…
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – One person was shot after an illegal dice game in Clay County. Sheriff Eddie Scott tells WCBI that about 40 people were riding 4-wheelers on Dixie Road off Highway 46 west . A group started playing dice when things got heated. An argument then turned to gunfire. The victim, a bystander, allegedly told law enforcement…
Today on WCBI News at 6, Kealy Shields gives us more on what to expect at the Lowndes Co. Benefit Rodeo…
Today on WCBI News at 5, Kealy Shields gives us a LIVE preview of the upcoming rodeo in Lowndes County…
If you are not able to make it out to the Lowndes Benefit Rodeo this weekend, you are still in luck. Next week, folks in Clay County are saddling up for the 2nd annual Clay County Sheriff’s Rodeo…