HWY 50 Nursery brings community together for flea market

HWY 50 Nursery hosted its second annual Fall, friends, and family community yard sale, flea market, and chili cookout.

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – “That’s what we’re trying to, and striving to do daily, is to bring the community back together,” said Esmon Saul, one of the HWY 50 Nursery owners. Surrounded by blooming flowers on a sunny Fall day, the HWY 50 Nursery hosted its’ second annual Fall, friends, and family community yard sale, flea market, and chili…

Single-vehicle crash claims the life of an Aliceville man

ALICEVILLE, Ala. (WCBI) – A single-vehicle crash has claimed the life of an Aliceville man. The crash took place at around 9:28 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12. 61-year-old Ricky D. Rice was fatally injured when the 2006 Toyota Tundra that he was driving overturned and left the road. Rice was not using a seat belt at the time of the…

Lee Co. Sheriff’s Office wants citizens aware of a recent scam

LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Lee County Sheriff’s Office wants citizens to be aware of a scam circling the area. The Sheriff’s Department says they’ve gotten reports of a caller claiming they are with the Lee County Sheriff’s Department. Sheriff Jim Johnson says it seems to be targeting people in the medical field. The caller usually has some basic…

20th annual ‘Blue Steel Challenge’ raises money for tipsters

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – It was a chance for area law officers to take part in a friendly competition while helping Crimestoppers of Northeast Mississippi. The 20th annual “Blue Steel Challenge” took place at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center in Tupelo. More than twenty officers competed in firearms challenges, including a three-man obstacle course. All proceeds from entry…

Second Smithville Harvest Festival brings community together

The second annual Smithville harvest festival hosted 49 vendors and reminded the community what can happen when they come together.

SMITHVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – “We have a lot of events, but this is our biggest one,” said Kim Johnson, Smithville town clerk and events committee member. Tractors rumbling by, kids having fun, vendors selling their goods, and local musicians playing live music were just some of what was found at the second annual Smithville Harvest Festival. One vendor, Carolyn Moss…

Columbus native hosts third annual Zumba in Pink event

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A Columbus native is spreading awareness about breast cancer through dancing and exercising. Local breast cancer survivors and supporters gathered near the Tennessee Williams home for a Zumba class. Guest speakers also spoke to the crowd about women’s health and wellness. The event coordinator Stephanie Jones said she wants to continue to push awareness, and support…

Lord’s Leading Ladies’ group awards students with scholarships

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Dozens of people were sitting, listening, and pouring into The Lord’s Leading Ladies Scholarship Brunch. This is a group made up of pastor’s wives who help raise money for scholarships to give to students. “We are very interested in the community, we want to make sure we are servicing our community,” said Lenore Tucker, Director of…

Road closures in Tupelo may affect daily route

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – If you’re traveling through Tupelo, your route may look a little different next week. The section of North Green Street from East Jackson Street to Franklin Street will be closed beginning Tuesday, Oct. 15. Crews will be conducting underground utility work. That section will remain closed until work is completed, which should be by Friday, Oct….

Aberdeen man pleads guilty to the Sale of Controlled Substance

MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – An Aberdeen man pleaded guilty this week in Monroe County Circuit Court to the Sale of a Controlled Substance. Brandon S. Lenoir, also known as “Cadillac,” pled to 30 years with 15 suspended, 15 to serve, and 5 post-release supervision. He has federal charges pending as well. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X…