Kids in Clay County get behind-the-scenes look at law enforcement
The West Point Police Department and Clay County Sheriff’s Office are teaming up to host the Junior Deputy Camp this week.
Registration continues until July 12 for Starkville schools
Parents can get assistance on June 26 at Partnership Middle School from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
We’re just getting into summer, but the Starkville Oktibbeha School District is getting a head start on the new school year.
Starkville man arrested for allegedly stealing truck at Lowe’s
A Starkville man has been arrested for picking up one too many things on his Saturday Lowe’s run.
Starkville mayor shares more about Hwy 182/MLK corridor project
The City of Starkville is in line for federal money to help get a revitalization project over the finish line.
Mississippi reaches record-high in total non-farm jobs
Mississippi reaches several milestones in May for employment numbers. Governor Tate Reeves said the state maintained its record-low unemployment rate of 2.8%.
Man arrested for allegedly hitting girlfriend with hammer
A Lowndes County man was accused of hitting his girlfriend with a hammer. 31-year-old Sa’Derrick D’Real White was charged with aggravated assault.
MHP investigates two crashes in Lowndes County
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating two late afternoon crashes in Northern Lowndes County. One of those resulted in a fatality.
Dentists share alarming data about child dental care in Mississippi
Some studies like Express Dentist show that Mississippi is at the bottom of the list when it comes to child dental care.
Dangers of hot cars: Tips to not forget your passengers
During this time of year, we often hear of children dying after being left in a hot car. Leaving a child in a vehicle with the windows up can be extremely dangerous.
House fire dangers: Actions you may not realize you do
Temperatures are soaring but that doesn't mean house fire dangers are fizzling out.
People usually associate a house fire with winter. In the summer, temperatures are soaring, but house fire dangers are not fizzling out.
In The Kitchen (Sweet Pepper’s Deli) – 06/24/2024
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Man arrested in Pickens County for illegal drugs during traffic stop
On Wednesday, June 19 deputies with the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office along with the Gordo Police Department deployed a K9 during a stop which indicated the presence of illegal narcotics.
PICKENS COUNTY, Ala. (WCBI) – A man is arrested in Pickens County during a traffic stop on Highway 82. On Wednesday, June 19 deputies with the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office along with the Gordo Police Department deployed a K9 during a stop which indicated the presence of illegal narcotics. While searching the vehicle deputies found approximately 60 pills that tested…
Local NAACP helps high school students with scholarship fund
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Citizens of Clay County are in the giving mood for high school students. The Clay County branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) held its first-ever “Catfish and Blues” event and added a scholarship fundraiser. The inaugural Catfish and Blues event for the Clay County Branch of the NAACP was…
Starkville Strong hosts Homeless Experience to educate community
They have created a Homeless Experience inviting the community to participate in a homeless simulation .Executive Director Brandi Herrington says they want to educate the community.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Homelessness is a large issue nationwide and Starkville Strong is working to help the homeless population. They have created a Homeless Experience inviting the community to participate in a homeless simulation. Executive Director Brandi Herrington says they want to educate the community. “Doing events like this is important to educate and bring awareness to what homelessness…
Road closures in Tupelo may affect routes this week
Walsh Road from Endville Road to Timberlane Road will be closed to through traffic during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Road closures in Tupelo may affect your route this week. Walsh Road from Endville Road to Timberlane Road will be closed to through traffic from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This closure will last from Monday, June 24 through Friday, June 28 for roadway construction. Be on the lookout for detour routes. For 24/7 news and…
Part of Old West Point Road will be closed Monday for repairs
The road will be closed on Monday, June 24th from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The closure will be between Trotter Lane and Hunter Creek Lane on Old West Point Road near the Garrard Road intersection.
STARKVILLE, Miss (WCBI) – Part of Old West Point Road in Starkville is closing for repairs. The Starkville City Street Department is fixing a storm drain pipe on Old West Point Road. The road will be closed on Monday, June 24th from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The closure will be between Trotter Lane and Hunter Creek Lane on Old…
Lowndes County home ruled a total loss after Saturday night fire
The cause of the fire appears to be electrical.
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – On Saturday, June 22, a Lowndes County home was engulfed in flames. Lowndes County Fire Coordinator Neal Austin says the home on Shane Circle was engulfed upon arrival around 9:30 p.m. The fire was considered a total loss. The cause of the fire appears to be electrical. There were no reported injuries. Firefighters put the…
Louisville woman faces charges after deadly crash
The Gluckstadt Police Department says a vehicle was going the wrong way on I-55 near the Gluckstadt exit when it hit another vehicle head-on.
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Louisville woman is facing charges after a deadly crash in Madison County. Our statewide partner, WLBT reports four people, including a baby, were involved in a two-vehicle crash on Saturday, June 22. The Gluckstadt Police Department says a vehicle was going the wrong way on I-55 near the Gluckstadt exit when it hit another…
Clay County man dead after Sunday morning stabbing
Coroner Alvin Carter says 48-year-old Barry Crump died at the scene.
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Clay County man is dead after an early morning stabbing. Coroner Alvin Carter says 48-year-old Barry Crump died at the scene. The incident happened on Barton Ferry Road at about 1 a.m. on Sunday. Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott says there was a domestic altercation, and the victim had an apparent stab wound. The…
Children visit with law enforcement at ‘Kids-N-Cops’ event
The event was organized by the Saltillo Police Department and featured police cars from neighboring towns, along with the Lee County Sheriff's Office.
SALTILLO, Miss. (WCBI) – Children had a chance to sit in a police car, try on firefighters’ turnout gear, and visit with police officers. It was all part of the annual “Kids N Cops” program at Saltillo City Park. The event was organized by the Saltillo Police Department and featured police cars from neighboring towns, along with the Lee County…
The ‘W’ hosts first ever Black men’s mental health conference
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) -Studies show men are three times more likely to commit suicide than women. For Camillia Harris, she knows this all too well. She lost her father five years ago to suicide. Her goal now is to make sure other Black men don’t go down the same path. “I lost my father tragically in 2019 to suicide, and…
2nd annual Sand Road Market Festival is underway in Steens
STEENS, Miss. (WCBI) – The 2nd annual Sand Road Market Festival took place in Steens. There was food, drinks, live music, and vendors displayed at the festival. There were games for kids and adults. Event Coordinator, Christopher Love, said the help from vendors played a big role in setting up the festival. “They’ll inbox me or talk to me like…
NAACP Organization looks to plan strategies against gun violence
OKOLONA, Miss. (WCBI) – The community is working to prevent violence. The Aberdeen and Monroe County NAACP held a gun violence prevention workshop session in Okolona. This was the second session for the “Stop the Violence” workshop. There were activities to implement plans to express ways to prevent violence around the area. The NAACP president for Aberdeen and Monroe County,…
EAEOCS hosts Juneteenth Celebration in Starkville
The Education Association of East Oktibbeha County Schools hosted a Juneteenth Celebration in the Oktibbeha Safe Room.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Education Association of East Oktibbeha County Schools hosted a Juneteenth Celebration in the Oktibbeha Safe Room. The event featured entertainment and speakers representing different schools within the district. They spoke on the Road to Freedom in Education in Oktibbeha County Jacqueline Ellis is the President of EAEOCS. She says she hopes the event teaches everyone…