Airbus hosts Veterans Day in tribute to those who serve
A Lowndes County industry that builds helicopters for the U.S. Army paid tribute to the men and women who serve.
MUW hosts a day of recognition in honor of Veterans Day
Young people are learning what it means to serve and say thank you.
EMCC hosts “Proud to be an American” event for Veteran’s Day
East Mississippi Community College honored the brave men and women on November 11, who protect and serve.
Art in Public Places program begins its annual Winter Showcase
The Starkville Area Arts Council held an opening reception for its annual Art in Public Places Winter Showcase.
The Starkville Area Arts Council held an opening reception for its annual Art in Public Places Winter Showcase.
‘Under the Oaks Arts Festival’ hosted local vendors at MUW
MUW and the Columbus Arts Council partnered up to host the second annual Under the Oaks Arts Festival on the MUW campus.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Columbus Arts Council, in partnership with Mississippi University for Women, held its second annual “Under the Oaks Arts Festival.” The festival had almost double the amount of vendors than last year at 36 unique vendors. The Columbus Arts Council relies on some of its funding to come from donations. Alum of MUW’s art department and…
Boys and Girls Club of the Golden Triangle empowers local kids
The Boys and Girls Club of the Golden Triangle held its third annual Passport to Manhood Summit to empower local children.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Becoming a successful, productive member of society starts at a young age. One has to be given the right tools and guidance to grow into the person they are meant to be. That’s why organizations like the Boys and Girls Club of the Golden Triangle are essential to the development of the local youth. Ron Thornton,…
Columbus hosts annual Veterans Day ceremony
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – City leaders and residents came together to honor and reflect on the legacy of late veterans, while also honoring those who currently serve. The laying of the wreath, that’s what dozens of people showed up to the Columbus Veterans Day Ceremony to see. “There is really nothing that is more important than making sure that we…
Tennis community in Starkville honors the life of a former player
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The tennis community in Starkville is honoring the life of a young player who died last year. The family of Natalie Williams helped cut the ribbon on the newly renovated tennis courts at Starkville High School – named in honor of Natalie, on Saturday, Nov. 9. The renovation project was a joint venture of the Starkville…
Altercation breaks out at basketball tournament in Starkville
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – An altercation took place Saturday afternoon at a basketball tournament at Armstrong Junior High School in Starkville. The school was hosting the tournament when a fight broke out on Nov. 9. The School Resource Officers had to take the necessary precautions to dissolve the dispute, detain 3 individuals, and release them to their parents. The fight…
Man wanted in South Carolina is arrested in Columbus
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A man wanted in South Carolina for Exploitation of a Minor was arrested in Columbus. Detectives with the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office received a tip from a detective with the Charleston County South Carolina Sheriff’s Office and a member of the South Carolina Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. 42-year-old Josfat Salomon Martinez, also known…
Consultant gives advice for Medicare open enrollment
Its’ open enrollment for Medicare, health insurance for those who are 65 or older.
Officials address conviction of a man guilty of killing a 9-year-old
The Starkville Police Department and the District Attorney addressed the conviction at a press conference.
Local non-profits provide food for families in need
The non-profit has a food pantry located inside the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office.
Scammer tactics are getting smarter: How to tell if its real or fake
If you own a cell phone, you’ve more than likely gotten a call that was a scam risk. But not all scams are so obvious.
Two more people indicted for bribery scheme in Jackson
Two more people have been indicted in a Jackson bribery scheme.
Police in search of man missing in Lafayette County
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to find a missing man.
Man indicted for two sexual battery charges in Lowndes Co.
A Florida man has been indicted for two child sex crimes in Lowndes County.
Columbus Exchange celebrates early V-Day with service members
The Columbus Exchange Club recognized current and former service members ahead of Veterans Day.
Two brothers dead after a train crash in Lee Co.
Two brothers from Nettleton are killed in a Lee County train crash.
Trial held in Starkville involving murder case
Jurors are deliberating in a Starkville murder trial.
MUW professor shares how election can impact MS economically
Anderson believes the results of the election will put the Magnolia State at an advantage economically.
Luxapalila creek will someday be used as a fossil park
If you live in Columbus, or in a city nearby, you will soon have a new place to explore and look for fossils.
MUW provides resources on campus to help students destress
MUW provides resources for students to destress. Not only was November 6 the day after election, but it was also National Stress Awareness Day.
Police investigate fatal shooting in Verona
Police in Verona are investigating the fatal shooting of a woman.