ACT announces changes aimed to help improve test scores
Traditionally, the standardized test has had four main subjects: Math, Reading, English, and Science. There have been a few changes in the ACT.
Yokohama internships give high schoolers valuable experience
ITIRE is a paid internship offered in the summer by Yokohama. The program gives high school students an inside look at one of the area’s leading manufacturing plants.
Nonprofits can compete for grants in community wide contest
Grant winners will be announced during the annual event "A Night for Nonprofits"
And each nonprofit survives on donations. That’s what brought representatives of the community groups to an informational luncheon at the Community Development Foundation.
Pontotoc County deputies arrest man on robbery charge
Pontotoc County deputies made an arrest in a strong-armed robbery. That’s the charge 20-year-old Dakota Lucas is facing.
Inmate in Winston County charged with having contraband
An inmate in the Winston Choctaw Correctional Facility found himself facing more charges. Lamarcus Burnside was charged with two counts of possessing contraband in a correctional facility.
MSU staff member gets big promotion in Mississippi National Guard
The university’s Director for Veterans and Military Affairs was promoted from Colonel to Brigadier General in the Mississippi National Guard at a special ceremony at the Old Main Academic Center.
Shots-fired report in Columbus ends with two arrests
Columbus police made two arrests after someone shot at an apartment, including someone out on bond for murder.
District Attorney speaks about Oasis arrest
On July 24 , 23-year-old Tyler Brooks of Macon was charged with one count of first-degree murder and 12 counts of aggravated assault.
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – An arrest is made in a mass shooting case in Clay County. On March 3rd one person died and 12 others were injured after multiple shots were fired at Oasis Lounge. 20-year-old Talesse Chandler was killed in the attack. On July 24, 23-year-old Tyler Brooks of Macon was charged with one count of first-degree murder…
Golden Triangle Dream Center builds beds for families in need
As inflation continues to rise, some people just need a little extra help. An area nonprofit is helping to provide a soft landing for them. The Golden Triangle Dream Center is building beds for families that are in need.
Tupelo Salvation Army installs cameras for added security
The addition of the security system is the latest in noticeable changes at the area's only homeless shelter
There have been some big changes this year at the area’s only homeless shelter, and it’s all for the safety of residents and the public.
New state health department initiative offers free rides to clinics
The “Transportation to Health” program will provide rides to and from county health department clinics and offices for appointments.
Fulton man arrested for alleged assault on two Tupelo boys
It’s been a month since two Tupelo boys were assaulted by a man in a black ski mask. 42-year-old Cedrick Thomas of Fulton has been charged with aggravated assault.
Starkville man with lengthy record heads back to prison
A Starkville man with a long history of legal run-ins is headed back to prison again. This time he was sentenced in federal court.
Arrest made in connection with deadly shooting at Oasis Lounge
There has been an arrest made in connection with the Oasis shooting that killed 20-year-old Taleese Chandler and injured several others.
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Suspect changes plea from not guilty to guilty in murder trial
The suspect in a 2023 murder case has pleaded guilty to killing his 16-year-old girlfriend. Labrandon Tumblin was charged with capital murder for the death of Denasia McGregory.
Swiss tech company heads for HIVE Business Park in Tupelo
Governor Tate Reeves announced that the Liebherr Corporation will be located in The HIVE Business Park to expand its North American operations.
More than just driving: Bus drivers prepare to head back to school
According to bus drivers for the Starkville Oktibbeha School District, it takes around three months to get certified to be a school bus driver.
What’s good in the Golden Triangle? Experts say housing market
For those who are looking to own their own home, buying sooner rather than later can be the difference between getting your dream home or settling for less.
Tupelo PD investigates two weekend shootings
Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact TPD or Crime Stoppers of North East Mississippi.
Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact TPD or Crime Stoppers of North East Mississippi.
Area businesses team up for back-to-school drive
Midas of Columbus and BNI Possum Town teamed up for a school supply drive. 100 backpacks were given away in less than an hour.
CPD uses training to de-escalate situation from taking tragic turn
911 received a call about a 16-year-old who had been in an argument with his father and left the house with a weapon, threatening to harm himself.
Starkville man indicted on two child sex crime charges
A Starkville man was indicted on two child sex crime charges. 40-year-old Willie Legrone was charged with two counts of sexual battery.