Mossy Oak hosts annual golf tournament for Christians athletes
Area residents and businesses teed up to support a ministry that supports student athletes and coaches.
Rise in youth crimes around the area
From a violent incident in Starkville Friday to multiple car burglaries in the area, we have seen several incidents of youth committing crime in the last several days.
LCSD looks to add stop sign cameras to school buses
The Lowndes County School District has a new tool to help keep its students safe on the rides to and from class.
Tupelo woman charged for having child present at drug sale
Tupelo Police arrested 35-year-old Lauren Stewart on 2 counts of Child Endangerment and Child Present at Sale.
Tupelo man charged with aggravated assault against his mother
A Tupelo man was accused of hitting his mother in the eye. Now, 36-year-old Gary Conway was charged with aggravated assault and domestic violence.
Bond set for Starkville teenager charged with murder
Bond is set for the Starkville teenager accused of killing a woman with her car. 16-year-old McKenzie Robinson was given a $550,000 bond September 9 in Starkville.
Road expected to be closed in Lowndes County
Artesia road will be closed to all traffic from Charleigh Ford Jr. Drive to Billups Gate road starting Monday, September 9.
Citizens gather in Lamar County to remember the lives lost on 9/11
Participants climb the equivalent of 110 stories, to pay tribute to the firefighters and symbolically complete their heroic journey.
MILLPORT, Ala. (WCBI) – Citizens and First Responders of Lamar County gathered Sunday morning to remember the lives lost on September 11th, 2001. One of the organizers, Mary Homan says it was the 5th annual 9/11 Memorial stair climb. Participants climb the equivalent of 110 stories, to pay tribute to the firefighters and symbolically complete their heroic journey. Homan says…
14th annual OCHS Dog Paddle raises $11,000
Over 100 dogs attended the annual fundraiser for the OCHS second chance fund, providing ill and injured dogs with care.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The last day open for the Moncrief Park Pool was a bittersweet arrival. While swimmers had to say goodbye to the Summer fun, they were able to do so in a fun and impactful way. Michele Anderson, the Oktibbeha County Humane Society Executive Director, said the event was a roaring, or some may say, a “barking”…
Aberdeen PD investigates Saturday morning shooting
The incident happened on Scales Steet around 6:30 a.m. on Sept. 7.
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – One person is shot in Aberdeen Saturday morning. The incident happened on Scales Steet around 6:30 a.m. on Sept. 7. Aberdeen Police say the male victim who was shot in the leg is recovering and doing fine. There are two suspects, one male and one female. This is an ongoing investigation. For 24/7 news and updates,…
En Masse brings together local artists and community members
A multi-disciplinary exhibition was a place where artists, and locals, can gather to showcase, observe, and get involved in creating art.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – En Masse is a community collaborative art event supported and organized by the MSU Department of Art and Galleries, Del Rendon Foundation, Starkville Area Arts Council, and tons more local artists. The multidisciplinary all-day exhibition was where artists and locals could gather to showcase, observe, and get involved in creating art. En Masse Gallery Director and…
Hundreds of people climbed stairs to honor fallen first responders
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – One by one, and step by step, emergency responders, and community members are honoring the courage and sacrifice shown by emergency responders on the morning of September 11, 2001. “Today is just a small glimpse of what those guys and girls went through that day, so just to give back just a little bit, and just…
Coffeeville PD investigate child abuse case
Officials say it involved a 2-year-old child.
COFFEEVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – On Friday, Sept. 6, the Coffeeville Police Department received a call about child abuse from Child Protective Services that occurred within the city limits. Officials say it involved a 2-year-old child. Police discovered 2 subjects who were involved, and they are not releasing those names at the moment. One of the subjects left the state and…
Updates on worker who died in industrial accident
Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green tells WCBI that 63-year-old Charles McBrayer of Guntown died as the result of severe chest trauma.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – We now know the identity of the worker who died as a result of an industrial accident in Tupelo Friday. Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green tells WCBI that 63-year-old Charles McBrayer of Guntown died as the result of severe chest trauma. McBrayer was injured in an accident at TAG Trucking on McCullough Boulevard Friday morning. He…
Starkville teenager charged with murder
16-year-old McKenzie Robinson is charged with murder and two counts of aggravated assault.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A Starkville teenager is charged with murder and is accused of hitting people with a vehicle. 16-year-old McKenzie Robinson is charged with murder and two counts of aggravated assault. Starkville police say there was an argument involving multiple people at Brookville Garden apartments, just after 10 Friday night. Investigators believe Robinson struck several people with the…
Absentee ballot applications will be available starting Sept. 23
Mississippians may use the Secretary of State's Y'all Vote website, which includes a Step-by-Step Guide to Absentee Voting, or contact their county circuit clerk to verify eligibility.
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Absentee ballot applications are now available in Circuit Clerk’s Offices for the Nov. 5 General Election. Absentee ballots will be available starting Sept. 23. Mississippians may use the Secretary of State’s Y’all Vote website, which includes a Step-by-Step Guide to Absentee Voting, or contact their county circuit clerk to verify eligibility. If eligible, ballots will be provided…
First responders honored in Lowndes County
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – They’re the ones who answer the call day in and day out. On Friday, first responders in Lowndes County got a community-wide “thank you.” “Salute to Lowndes County’s Finest” is an annual event that raises money for area first responders. Salute to Lowndes Finest Recovery and Relief Fund provides help for first responders when they’re in…
Area Sheriff and Judge weigh in on bond setting process
Law enforcement and judges have guidelines to follow as criminal defendants make their way through the legal system
MONROE COUNTY, MISS. (WCBI)—Whenever a suspect is arrested on a felony charge, the next stop, after jail, is an initial appearance in Justice Court. It is not a hearing about the facts of the case, and the Justice Court Judge’s role is limited. “Anyone charged with a felony, they get a bond set, the bond is set by the Justice…
Local company to expand in Columbus, creating new jobs
Jonathan and Amaris Robinson are proud owners of the third generation family-owned business.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – In the 1920s, Tolbert Burford got his start in the electric motor repair business in Memphis. He later moved to Columbus and saw a need for the business. In 1959, Burford Electric Service was born. Jonathan and Amaris Robinson are proud owners of the third generation family-owned business. “We like to say we keep the light…
Talbot House prepares women for independent, sober living
The ministry runs a popular cafe, which gives marketable skills to ladies on the road to recovery
As the lunchtime rush was about to start, Becky Weatherford was making a new coffee creation behind the counter at Talbot House Bakery and Café.
Law enforcement say weapon was found at Caledonia Elementary
A weapon was found at Caledonia Elementary School September 6. Multiple investigations are happening.
Caledonia Farmer grows two watermelons weighing over 100lbs
A Caledonia farmer is showing off his green thumb and his huge watermelons.
Two communities come together on voting registration education
Two local community organizations are teaming up to educate the public on the voting process and get people registered.
Columbus man’s sentence continued after judge denies request
A Columbus businessman serving time for fraudulently claiming more than 6-million dollars in COVID relief money will have complete his prison sentence.