Update on the absentee ballots of Mississippi
More than 20,000 Mississippians have sent in their ballot for the November General Election.
Starkville’s Dachshund Derby gets ‘Best Festival of the Year’ award
The Best Large Festival of the Year Award is awarded to a festival with an attendance greater than 5,000.
Man charged with sexual battery in Lowndes County
Lowndes County deputies make a child sex crime arrest.
Update on new store set to open in old Kmart building in Columbus
Lowndes County supervisors are on board with the new business moving to Columbus.
18-wheeler carrying honey bees turns over on I-55 in Holmes Co.
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating an accident involving an 18-wheeler carrying honey bees.
Mapping vehicle begins drive through in Lowndes Co.
A new vehicle will be rolling through Lowndes County, and you are likely to see it in your neighborhood.
Christmas at the Mansion reveals winner for this year’s celebration
This year’s theme for the fifth annual “Christmas at the Mansion” is “Made in Mississippi”.
Christmas at the Mansion’s second winner to help in decorating
Although Lea Margaret Hamilton has been to the Capitol building numerous times, this was her first time to see the Governor’s offices.
Gator Run 5K kicked off Refuge Day at the Noxubee Refuge
The Friends of Noxubee Refuge hosted a Gator 5K and Refuge Day to support the Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge.
NOXUBEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, Miss. (WCBI) – A foggy tranquil morning is a regular scene at the Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge. Calm waters on Bluff Lake and songbirds speckling the trees create an atmosphere like no other. The free-to-the-public nature preserve is a space where anyone can come and immerse themselves in the outdoors. Chris Ayers, a runner and wildlife…
Taste of Fall coming this week!
Staying dry and relatively cooler this week thanks to a passing cold front and high pressure.
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Happy Sunday! Conditions were warm for the weekend, but a cool down is coming! A passing cold front will usher in mild and refreshing temperatures to start the weekend with warm afternoons and pleasant mornings. Dry weather will stay locked in too as high pressure from the north settles in behind the front. TONIGHT: The cold…
Old Tombigbee River Bridge at Columbus Riverwalk reopens
The bridge which was decommissioned after being hit by a barge had a reopening ceremony featuring live entertainment.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – It has been four and a half years since the Old Tombigbee River Bridge has been in service. The bridge was decommissioned after a barge crashed into it causing structural damage. After a lengthy four and half-million-dollar lawsuit, and tons of red tape, the bridge is finally open again. Mayor Keith Gaskin said people are excited…
City of Bruce continues making improvements for citizens
BRUCE, Miss. (WCBI) – The city of Bruce is making improvements for citizens in the town. Within the last year, the town added a walking track and community playground. The playground was a $210,000 project. Mayor Jimmy Hubbard says this gives citizens in the town a safe, enjoyable place to spend time. “Kids in a small town don’t have a…
Progressive Health of Houston receives designation of a REH
HOUSTON, Miss. (WCBI) – Progressive Health of Houston received designation of a Rural Emergency Hospital this past August. This will allow the company to provide a 24/7 Emergency Room while offering outpatient medical services. As a REH this classification allows Progressive Health to continue providing vital medical services to Houston and the surrounding areas. The ER was reopened back in…
EDOH brings more to North Carolina to help flood victims
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Eight Days of Hope is bringing its Rapid Response Ministry to Haywood County, North Carolina to help flood victims in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. North Carolina has been devastated by flooding claiming the lives of many and leaving homes and infrastructure destroyed. They will be serving in the area starting Wednesday, October 9 through Saturday,…
Fatal shooting leaves one dead in Pontotoc
Coroner Kim Bedford tells WCBI the shooting happened on Friday near Palestine Road.
PONTOTOC COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – An investigation is underway after a fatal shooting left one person dead in Pontotoc. Coroner Kim Bedford tells WCBI the shooting happened on Friday near Palestine Road. An arrest has been made in this case. Bedford says they are not able to release any more information on the case at this time. The body will…
City of Macon hosts Dancing Rabbit Festival
MACON, Miss. (WCBI)- Music, hot food off the grill, and fun, that’s what the Dancing Rabbit Festival is all about. “It really just helps us to be able to give back and come back to the community,” said Rod Hogan, Husband of CEO of Hair and Motion. “It also gives us the chance to see old friends and reconnect with…
5th annual Oktoberfest at Munson and Brothers Trading Post
The Fall tradition of Oktoberfest at Munson and Brothers hosted 35 vendors and was the largest Oktoberfest celebration yet.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A yearly tradition kicked off the month of October for the city of Columbus. The fifth annual Oktoberfest at Munson and Brothers Trading Post has grown to its largest size this year. Hosting 35 different art vendors, live music, a kid’s corner, and even a 5K that goes to benefit the Columbus Arts Council. The owner…
T.K. Martin Center hosts 12th annual Trick or Trot fun run
Over $27,000 was raised for T.K. Martin Center's Project IMPACT, providing tuition free preschool and therapies to children with disabilities.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Kasee Stratton-Gadke, Mississippi Institute on Disabilities executive director, described how fortunate she feels for the T.K Martin Center. “We’re really fortunate to have the T.K. Martin Center,” Stratton-Gadke said. “Folks ask me, where else does a place like this exist? And I say, I can’t find it.” Mississippi State University’s T.K. Martin Center for Technology and…
Superior Catfish of Macon hosts first ever catfish cookoff
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – It is one of Mississippi’s favorite foods. And, this weekend Superior Catfish of Macon hosted their first ever catfish cookoff. Dozens of teams signed up to prepare and serve their signature catfish dishes to local judges including WCBI’s Marcus Hunter and Chef Mark Coblentz. Tents and cooking stations were set up in downtown Macon. There were…
Children explore professional vehicles at Little Hands, Big Trucks
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Horns were honking, and sirens were going off early Saturday morning. This was all a part of the annual Little Hands, Big Trucks event. The event was sponsored by the United Way in Lowndes County. Each year children get the opportunity to explore and operate many different vehicles from various professions. “This is an event where…
Eupora PD needs help locating a missing person
If you see Ford, please contact Eupora Police Department at (662) 258-4121 or call 911.
EUPORA, Miss. (WCBI) – The Eupora Police Department needs help locating a missing person. 62-year-olf Loretta McGowan Ford was last seen leaving Oak Tree Inn Wednesday morning October 2. If you see Ford, please contact Eupora Police Department at (662) 258-4121 or call 911. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X Categories: Local News Tags: Eupora, local, Missing
Wanted man in Mississippi is located by Louisville PD and WCSO
Triplett was taken into custody Saturday morning around 5 a.m. by officers of the Louisville Police Department and Winston Sheriff's Office in the area of College Street in Louisville without incident.
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A wanted man in Mississippi has been located by the Louisville Police Department and the Winston County Sheriff’s Office. On September 25, a Federal Arrest Warrant was issued for Marcovtz Channing Olando Triplett. Triplett was indicted on Fedral Drug charges and Felon in Possesion of a Firearm. Triplett was taken into custody Saturday morning around 5…
Pontotoc brothers turn passion for beef into a business venture
Mississippi Beef Brothers is gaining a growing following throughout the region
Rhett and Rock Robinson are making sure an order is ready before they head for New Albany where they will sell their grass fed, organic beef to what is becoming a growing customer base.
AKA chapter at MUW hosts ‘Soar the Polls’
Members were set up at the Hogarth Dining Center on The Mississippi University for Women's Campus from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Pi Zeta Chapter hosted “Soar the Polls” to inform students about voting. Members were set up at the Hogarth Dining Center on The Mississippi University for Women’s Campus from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4. Students were able to learn more about voting as college students, absentee voting,…