Starkville Mayor welcomes new members of youth council
They just may be the next generation of elected leaders in Starkville or on the state level and beyond.
MSU displays backpacks for Suicide Awareness
The month of September is set aside each year as suicide prevention month. Mississippi State University hosted a backpack display, to show support for lives lost to suicide.
Mississippi talks new grocery stores for different areas
One of the essential ingredients to eating healthy is having access to healthy food. It sounds simple enough, but in many areas of Mississippi it’s not that easy.
U.S. Marine Recruiter charged with child sex crime
24-year-old Brady Dean was charged with sexual assault by a person with a position of trust or authority of a child.
Two people charged with felony possession of counterfeit in Tupelo
A north Mississippi man and woman are accused of trying to slip a car dealership a lemon payment.
Absentee ballets for voting now available in Mississippi
Absentee ballots are now available in county Circuit Clerk’s offices in Mississippi.
First-time homebuyers’ workshop at Columbus-Lowndes Library
Prospective first time homebuyers' learned about buying a home at a workshop led buy a Citizens National Bank mortgage originator.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – In today’s housing market, people can feel lost in a sea of unknowns. Knowing how and where to get a mortgage may seem daunting, especially for those who have never done it before. At the first-time homebuyers’ workshop in the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library, an expert was there to teach and answer questions about purchasing a home….
Local Kappa League hosts voters’ registration drive
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – With the upcoming election, there are opportunities available for people to register to vote. In West Point, the Kappa League of the Golden Triangle area held a voters’ registration drive. All ages had the opportunity to learn more about the importance of voting at Northside Christian Church in West Point. Citizens got more information and…
NAACP Get-Out-To-Vote Rally held in Aberdeen
The Monroe County NAACP hosted a get out to vote rally at Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church Saturday.
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – Voting is an essential right given to every person in the country. But not everyone uses that right when given the chance. Doubting that your vote matters is troubling to Ty Pinkins, a US Senate candidate. “Voter apathy is absolutely dangerous because you’re basically saying that you’re discounting your own voice when you don’t go to…
MSU hosts Discovery Day for students
More than 300 students from high schools and community colleges took a visit to MSU to learn about careers in the fields of agriculture, life sciences, wildlife, forestry, veterinary medicine, and more.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi State University hosted its Fall Discovery Day event Friday. More than 300 students from high schools and community colleges took a visit to MSU to learn about careers in the fields of agriculture, life sciences, wildlife, forestry, veterinary medicine, and more. Students got to experience hands-on activities, meet one-on-one with industry leaders, and get a…
Starkville man arrested on multiple charges
On Friday night, Sept. 20, 42-year-old Draper Manning of Starkville was arrested for residential burglary, grand larceny, motor vehicle, and disorderly conduct – failure to comply.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Starkville Police Department has arrested a man with multiple charges. On Friday night, Sept. 20, 42-year-old Draper Manning of Starkville was arrested for residential burglary, grand larceny, motor vehicle, and disorderly conduct – failure to comply. He was arrested on Long Street after shortly fleeing on foot from officers. Manning allegedly stole a vehicle from…
Alcorn County man arrested in Sexual Battery case
Officials say it was between an individual who is mentally handicapped and 45-year-old Marcus Ray Burcham of County Road 179 in Corinth.
ALCORN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – An Alcorn County man is arrested and charged with Sexual Battery of a vulnerable person. On Friday, September 20, Investigators with the Alcorn County Sheriff’s Office were notified of a possible sexual assault that had taken place on Thursday. Officials say it was between an individual who is mentally handicapped and 45-year-old Marcus Ray Burcham…
MSU welcomes its new self-driving shuttle service
Two electric, self-driving shuttles arrived on MSU campus this week.
OCH Regional Medical Center up for sale: What’s are next steps?
A strategic analysis commissioned by the county led board members to the decision to look at the best healthcare options available for the community.
Lieutenant Sanders deemed “Hometown Hero” by the Thunderbirds
Lieutenant Rhonda Sanders of the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office is a veteran law enforcement officer.
Man arrested, charged with drug possession in Monroe County
A man accused of practicing law without a license finds himself back in jail.
North Mississippi man dies in car accident on Natchez Trace
Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green said 32-year-old Matthew Gibson, of Hernando, died at the scene.
Students discover possible career options at Columbus STEM Expo
Students across the region had a chance to see some of the opportunities for future career pathways at a STEM expo at Columbus Air Force Base.
Monroe County woman dies after fatal car crash in Becker
A Monroe County woman died after a wreck earlier this week. 73-year-old Sybyl Forrester, of Amory, died Thursday evening, September 19.
Aberdeen man arrested, charged for making terroristic threats
An Aberdeen man is accused of making a threat towards people attending an upcoming game.
Calhoun City votes to allow sale of alcohol
CALHOUN CITY, Miss. (WCBI) – For the first time in history, the town voted to allow the sale of alcohol. The mayor of Calhoun City says he could see the impact the sales had on surrounding areas. He believes it will keep people in the town for safety reasons such as being closer to home to cut down on drinking…
WW II Veteran honored, celebrates 100 years of life
A member of the “Greatest Generation who turned 100 years old is honored.
Two Monroe Co. residents charged with possession, sale of drugs
An ongoing drug investigation in Monroe County leads to the arrests of 2 people in Aberdeen for sale and possession.
West Point and Clay county on the look out for bike thief
There has been a string of burglaries in and around West Point, including several September 16.