COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The final tally from the city election commission Thursday has Keith Gaskin with the most votes at 2,907 in the race to become the next mayor of Columbus. Incumbent Robert Smith, Sr. has 2,867. There are currently 53 outstanding absentee ballots that were mailed on or before election day. “These numbers aren’t certified and there are…
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – Fans of the King of Rock and Roll are in Tupelo from across the United States for that city’s festival honoring its most famous native son. And among the crowd, one teenage fan, who is following a dream to become a tribute artist honoring the original American idol. Seventeen-year-old Nevan Castaneda spent his first day at…
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A sunken barge is lodged against a dam in Columbus, creating more problems for people who live north of the dam. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says a barge broke loose and started going down the Tenn-Tom Waterway. It struck the Stennis Lock and Dam shortly after midnight. Now, it’s at the bottom of…
Keep the umbrella close for the next few days.
Affidavit votes are still being counted in the Columbus mayoral race. Stephen Pimpo reports from City Hall. Categories: Local News Tags: affidavit, Columbus, mayor, race, votes
A barge broke loose overnight and hit the Stennis Lock and Dam. Water is backing up north of the dam. Joey Barnes surveys the rising waters in a Clay County neighborhood. Categories: Local News Tags: local news flash flooding Tenn-Tom
Dr. Karen Emerson talks about patella luxation, a painful disorder of the kneecaps. Categories: ANIMAL HEALTH, Local News Tags: ANIMAL, Dr. Karen Emerson, health
SUMMARY: We have seen nearly historic rainfall totals this week. Flash flooding has been widespread, especially over northern parts of our viewing area. Another day with persistent rain and cloud cover today, before rain chances begin to go back down on Friday and quickly drop off by the time we start next week. Highs in the mid 80s today and…
VARDAMAN, Miss. (WCBI) – A graduation party that ended in violence. A dead body found in a pond. A father and son arrested. An investigation on standby. That is what the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Department is dealing with as they investigate the death of 25-year-old Heriberto Mata. “Tragedy. We use that word a lot,” says Calhoun County Sheriff Greg Pollan….
NORTH MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Sheriff Greg Pollan says there are more than 60 autopsies scheduled ahead of his case in Calhoun County. This means there will be a long delay in results. Lawmakers did approve six new death investigator positions at the Mississippi Crime Lab. Those investigators can testify in court when a doctor’s expertise isn’t needed to provide a…
NORTH MISSISSIPPI, (WCBI)- New faces in high places is what many towns are seeing following the city elections. Several new mayors, city councilmen, and aldermen have been elected to lead their towns, and each of them said they plan to bring something new to their role in government. Some incumbents weren’t able to retain their seats as mayor; while others…
The region will begin to dry out by the end of the weekend.
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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Summer days were long last year. The pandemic shut down the in-person camps, bible school, and neighborhood activities, but COVID- 19 precautions have been lifted in the area. Field trips, fun, and games are what kids are enjoying now after having empty playgrounds last year because most families kept their kids in the house at the peak…
Categories: Birthday Bunch Tags: BIRTHDAYS
SUMMARY: Another couple days of very wet and stormy weather in store for us, which will not help out the major flooding issues across Northern MS. Rain chances begin to diminish by Friday and Saturday, with just scattered afternoon storms. By Sunday, rain chances really drop off and as we start next week only a stray afternoon storm or 2…
More storms are in the forecast.
Happy birthday to all those celebrating today! Categories: Birthday Bunch
SUMMARY: Unsettled weather is here to stay for the rest of the workweek. Each day will present a chance of showers and storms, some of which may produce heavy rainfall, lightning and gusty winds. We’ve received anywhere between 1-4″ over the last 24 hours and an additional 1-2″ is in the forecast through Thursday. This could cause some flooding concerns,…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- You’ve probably seen them at some time or another in Starkville. Electric scooters are the talk of the town. The Bird Company is giving citizens a different way to reach their destination in the downtown area, but it seems one problem is safety. The ride-share service is one way people are getting out and about this summer….
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Challenger League baseball games aren’t played with a state championship or super-regional appearance on the line, but they are every bit as important. “Children can come out and play and have fun in their own world,” says Jessica Walker, whose 10-year-old daughter plays in the league. Got another ⚾️ story for you today. This one is…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Some Mississippi schools are working to cut spending outside the classroom and redirect money back into teachers’ salaries. Mississippi State Auditor Shad White’s office partnered with Columbus Municipal, Hinds County, and Starkville-Oktibehha school districts to examine their finances. With help from a third-party data firm and a list of recommendations, a report suggested around seven to…
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – While buying items from Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist may get you the best deal, shoppers need to beware of the dangers that come with purchasing items from strangers. “With technology today, people are out here looking for the deal of the day,” Lowndes County Sheriff Eddie Hawkins said. Over the past year, online shopping has become…
Be prepared to dodge more showers.