COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Insurance companies are required to reimburse patients in Mississippi who use live telemedicine services the same as if the visits are face to face. Andy Case is the Director of Consumer Services for the Mississippi Insurance Department. As the guest speaker today at the Columbus Rotary Club, Case said the issue of telecare may be revisited…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Meeting people where they are, that’s one of the ideas behind a new initiative by Columbus Mayor Keith Gaskin. Gaskin kicked off “Walking with the Mayor” this morning in the North Columbus neighborhood of Northaven Woods. About a dozen residents joined the mayor to discuss issues facing the city and share ideas for the future as…
PARCHMAN, Miss. (WCBI) – In one day, a North Mississippi man will be the first person executed in the state in nearly a decade. David Neal Cox asked to waive any more appeals of his capital murder conviction and death sentence. The Mississippi Supreme Court agreed. The execution date is set for tomorrow. Earlier this year, Cox had expressed his…
T Troy is joined today by neurologist Dr. Hashmat; he’s from Monroe Regional Hospital, and today, we’re talking all about strokes. Categories: Featured, Local News, On the Beat Tags: beat, on
Dr. Emerson is joined today by her technician, Anna Beth and Beau, the Yorkie. We will be discussing separation anxiety. Categories: ANIMAL HEALTH, Featured, Local News Tags: ANIMAL, health
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Monday, the Lee County Sheriff’s Department announced the arrest of a Saltillo man accused of threatening his church and its members with “mass murder.” Sheriff Jim Johnson says it was around 8 p.m. Friday that the FBI contacted them about threats of violence against area churches on Sunday, November 14. “The information received from the FBI…
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)-Gun violence isn’t specific to one area and as the old saying goes; bullets don’t have a name on them. Louisville experienced four shootings within a week and the police department is working to make arrests and prevent further crimes from happening.. On Tuesday night, November 9, 2021, there were shots fired near a gas station at the…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A local organization is making sure families and individuals continue to have access to the COVID-19 vaccine. The Northeast Mississippi Coalition Against COVID-19 is hosting a vaccine drive-thru clinic Saturday, November 20th at Rising Star M.B. Church. in Tupelo. The vaccines will be administered from 10 am to 12 pm. Categories: Coronavirus Information, Local News
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Mississippi officials are cracking down on spam callers. These eight companies listed below are facing punishment for allegedly violating Mississippi’s No-Call law: “-AM PROTECTION, INC -STRAIGHT MARKETING -STUDENT LOAN FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, LLC -THRIO/ CRISP MARKETING, LLC -TRANSPORTATION BPO, LLC -VACATION TOUR AND TRAVEL -WEIBAIO, GMEI, DTCC -ZEALOUS SERVICES” Mississippi Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley announced that these…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County Sheriff Eddie Hawkins gets a vote of confidence and a financial boost from the Board of Supervisors. At this morning’s meeting, the Board approved a $10,000 supplement to Hawkins’ salary. Board president, Trip Hairston praised Hawkins’ leadership in guiding the department through the challenges of the COVID-19 Pandemic. State law sets a base…
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – A local hospital is encouraging men to focus on their health. North Mississippi Medical Center-West Point is hosting a men’s health event on Wednesday from 2 pm to 4 pm. Participants will be able to talk one-on-one to physicians from the hospital about a variety of health concerns. Men in attendance will also be able…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus Mayor Keith Gaskin wants to hear from you. And he wants to talk during a morning walk. Gaskin is launching his new initiative this week to visit with the people he serves. The “Walking with the Mayor” initiative is meant to give citizens of Columbus a time to meet with the mayor and talk with…
Amanda Fondren joins Troy on today’s On the Beat to talk about Autoimmune Thyroid Disease. Categories: Featured, lifestyle, Local News, On the Beat Tags: beat, on, the
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Isaac and Tara discuss the profound victory Isaac claimed while the Sunrise crew bowled over the weekend. Categories: WCBI Special Shows Tags: bowling
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Zachary’s restaurant and the Columbus police department teamed up to help fellow officers. Chief Fred Shelton and Zachary’s owner Doug Pellum decided to host the fundraiser to benefit members in the force and their families. They figure what better way than food the duo created Catfish 4 Cops. Pellum said it felt good to help those who…
COLUMBUS, MISS (WCBI): You’ve likely heard a meteorologist or other figure in the media talking about El Nino or La Nina, but what does that mean? In this week’s edition of weather whys, meteorologist Christian Bridges breaks it down, as well as how this weather phenomena affects our winter here in Mississippi. Categories: Featured, Local News, Weather
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Veterans day is marked to be celebrated one day out of the year, but their dedication to protecting our country lives on. Members of the American Legion wanted to honor those that paid the ultimate sacrifice and those that fought and are still with us by having a Veterans dinner. ” Freedom is not free it’s been…
SUMMARY: Ahead of a cold front later this week, temperatures will quickly climb during the first half of the week. 70s look likely for Tuesday and Wednesday, with a few 80 degree readings in spots Wednesday. The front moves through on Thursday, bringing rain showers and much cooler temperatures. Highs on Friday will be more than 20 degrees cooler than…
This week on Grant Me Hope, we meet Luke. This 18-year-old has dreams of visiting Disney World and being adopted into a loving family. Categories: Featured
Thanksgiving is right around the corner. This week on Mom to Mom, Mandy shares a delicious turkey cream pie recipe. Categories: Featured Tags: momtomom
SUMMARY: Cool and sunny weather will stick around for Sunday, after a frosty start. Things moderate as we start the new work week, with temperatures gradually warming into the 70s by Wednesday. A late week cold front will bring rain chances for Thursday and cooler weather to finish out the week. SATURDAY NIGHT: Dry air, clear skies, and light winds…
SUMMARY: Chilly and sunny weather will stick around for the weekend, with a frost/freeze likely Saturday night. Things moderate as we start the new work week, with temperatures gradually warming into the 70s by Wednesday. A late week cold front will bring rain chances for Thursday and cooler weather to finish out the week. SATURDAY: A very cool day in…
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COLUMBUS,Miss. (WCBI)- It’s been almost 1 year since the first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine were made available to adults. Now, the Pfizer vaccine can be administered to children as young as five. While families are heading to their local pediatrician, other folks are hesitant to give to their children the shot. The U.S Food and Drug Administration has authorized…