On The Beat (Children’s Health; Cold and Flu Part 2) – 11/28/22
On The Beat (Children's Health; Cold and Flu Part 2) - 11/28/22
Categories: On the Beat
Lafayette County deputies arrest man on molestation charge
LAFAYETTE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lafayette County deputies made an arrest in a molestation case. Ricky Poe remains in jail on a molesting charge. Investigators were called this past Friday night to the Harmontown community about a juvenile being touched. After a forensic interview was done yesterday, Poe was arrested. Bond has not been set in the case. For 24/7 …
Taking care of your car is important as the temperature drops
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – When it gets cold we try our best to keep our houses warm and keep our pipes from bursting, but what about your car? When Nia Smith clocks into work, there is one thing she knows she will see before she clocks out. “The most things we get around this time is tire pressure. Tire pressure…
Three members of Pontotoc County family killed when train hits minivan
A young child is fighting for her life after the tragic wreck
SHERMAN, Miss. (WCBI) – Three members of a family have died, and one is fighting for her life after their minivan was hit by a train in Sherman. The town of Sherman was holding its regularly scheduled court Monday evening when the call came in from 911. “We got the call of a traffic crash of car versus train, on…
Crowds gather at Humphrey Coliseum to say final goodbye
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Mike Leach’s death sent shockwaves across the Sports world. Today, he was remembered in front of fans, friends, and family at Humphrey Coliseum. WCBI’s Desmone Mathews attended the service and listened to the stories visitors had to share. After spending all morning and a good portion of the afternoon on Mississippi State’s campus, I had the…
Man arrested in Carroll County after his dogs attack utility worker
CARROLL COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) – A Carroll County man has been arrested after the dogs he owns attacked an electric company worker. We must warn you, these images may be disturbing. These are photos of Ivan Bubba Rawles III, a lineman for Delta Electric, who was attacked by five pit bull dogs after he finished a service call. Deputies picked…
Fans, friends gather in Starkville to pay tribute to Mike Leach
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Fans and friends came through the rain and the gloom to Humphrey Coliseum at Mississippi State University. It seems Head Coach Mike Leach built a special relationship with many of his players. And, they wanted to share those stories. So did many of the people he worked with over the years. From coaches to assistants, the…
Libraries in the Golden Triangle continue to serve the community
GOLDEN TRIANGLE (WCBI) – In our fast-paced world, many people think that libraries are a thing of the past. Libraries are still a center of the community, sharing knowledge with all those who come through the doors. They’re in the nooks and crannies of your community. Filling them with history, fairytales, and stories of your own. Erin Busbea found her…
Tupelo Salvation Army Angel Tree Program provides gifts for children
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – 1,000 children will have gifts under the Christmas tree thanks to the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program. Volunteers sorted all of the gifts picked up by shoppers during the past month for the children, also known as “Angels.” This morning, parents and guardians picked the gifts up at the Tupelo Furniture Market. The Tupelo Salvation Army…
Two Aberdeen officials found guilty of disturbing peace at meeting
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – An Aberdeen alderwoman and a former Aberdeen alderman have both been found guilty of disturbing the peace during a meeting in September. Alderwoman Lady “B” Garth was found guilty of disturbing the peace by Justice Court Judge Sarah Stevens. Judge Stevens also found former Alderman Nicholas Holliday guilty of the same charge. Charges of conspiracy to…
Sheriff’s Office collects, delivers toys to kids all over Oktibbeha County
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – In Oktibbeha County, Sheriff’s cruisers are helping carry the load for Santa’s Sleigh. For several years now, Sheriff Steve Gladney and his deputies and staff have been collecting and delivering toys for children throughout the county. They have teachers, school counselors, and other members of the community help them make a list and check it…
State troopers remind drivers about holiday traveling safety
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – State troopers are reminding drivers to be safe out on the highways this holiday season. The Mississippi Highway Patrol’s “Home for the Holidays” enforcement campaign kicks off Friday. MHP said the Christmas period will end Monday. Just a few days later on December 30, the New Year’s period will begin and then end on January 2. Highway…
MSU provides support for students who cannot travel home for holiday
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Winter Break has begun at Mississippi State University. But not all students will be able to go home for the holidays. International students and even some from the U.S. aren’t always able to make the trip. But MSU has support in place for them. Housing and Residence Life has options for those who have to stay…
ON THE BEAT – CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIAN CENTER – FOCUS AND CONCENTRATION
ON THE BEAT - CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIAN CENTER - FOCUS AND CONCENTRATION
Categories: On the Beat
Alabama man arrested, charged with attempted murder
PICKENS COUNTY, Ala. (WCBI) – An Ethelsville, Alabama man remains in jail on a $1 million bond in what’s being called a “domestic incident.” 31-year-old James Foster was charged with attempted murder and aggravated assault. Sheriff Todd Hall said the incident happened this past Friday on Bains Road, in Ethelsville. Because of the ongoing investigation, Hall declined to release many…
MSU will host Mike Leach’s memorial service at Humphrey Coliseum
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A memorial service is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon for Mississippi State University Coach Mike Leach. The service begins at 1:00 p.m. at Humphrey Coliseum on the MSU campus. Doors open to the public at noon. The MSU head coach died last week following a sudden illness. The memorial service will be streamed live on SEC Network…
4-County reaches two year milestone providing FASTnet service
GOLDEN TRIANGLE (WCBI) – For over 80 years, 4-County Electric Power Association has been empowering the lives of people in Northeast Mississippi. Fast forward eight decades and they continue to provide quality service, electricity, and as of two years ago, internet service. Two years ago, 4-County realized the need that rural Mississippians had for affordable and quality internet service. After…
Cold Conditions cause first responders to adjust to the weather
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s time to break out the coats and crank up the heat. Bitter-cold weather is on its way. It’s bad enough when you spend your days working indoors, but what if you’re working outdoors in subfreezing temperatures and dealing with water? In Mississippi, we are used to the hot and humid weather. That’s true for area…
Tupelo church partners with food bank to provide meals for Christmas
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Hundreds of families will have food on the table this Christmas, thanks to a Tupelo church. Harrisburg Baptist Church partnered with the Mid South Food Bank for a food distribution. Volunteers handed out 500 boxes of food, along with gift cards and other surprises, during the food distribution this morning at the church. This is the…
Starkville police arrest Clay County man in connection to Friday shooting
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A Clay County man was charged in connection with a Starkville shooting. Daquavis Quinn was charged with one count of aggravated assault and domestic violence and two counts of aggravated assault. Starkville police said the shooting happened this past Friday in an apartment complex parking lot on Locksley Way. Quinn was accused of shooting at a…
NAPD, Crime Stoppers search for two men accused of money scams
NEW ALBANY, Miss. (WCBI) – The New Albany Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi are looking for a couple of accused scammers. The suspects are accused of using a quick change scam at the New Albany Walmart Friday afternoon. Surveillance caught these images while they purchased gift cards and money orders. The pair reportedly managed to get away…
OCH partners with UMMC to study cardiovascular issues in rural areas
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Oktibbeha County residents get a chance to learn more about a multi-state healthcare study and possibly become participants in it. The University of Mississippi Medical Center is one of the regional medical centers participating in the nationwide Risk Underlying Rural Areas Longitudinal or, RURAL, Study. OCH Regional Medical Center is working in partnership with UMMC…
Owner charged after his pit bulls attack utility worker in Carroll County
CARROLL COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) – The owner of a pack of pit bulls that attacked a utility worker was arrested. David Smith was charged with five counts of simple assault by negligence and five counts of violation of the Carroll County pit bull ordinance. Our statewide news partner WLBT reported Smith was arrested this past weekend. Ivan Rawles III, a…