Monroe County leaders take to streets for good cause
Members of Monroe County’s law enforcement community and Aberdeen city leaders took to the streets for a good cause.
Go Gray in May: Local women work to fund brain cancer research
All the proceeds from the mixer will go to MD Anderson for Brain Tumor and Cancer research.
Two women were on a mission to score an ace for Brain Cancer and Tumor research. Go Gray in May! is being served up at the Magnolia Tennis Club.
Former Noxubee County Sheriff pleads guilty
The former Sheriff of Noxubee County pleaded guilty to making false statements to FBI agents about his relationship with an inmate in the Noxubee County jail.
Watch for warnings: HVAC experts tell when to service your AC unit
The rising temperatures mean more people will be using air conditioners, and now is the time to start making those phone calls to have someone service your unit.
CPD responds to separate stabbing, shooting reports in 24 Hours
CPD: "Don't act before you think."
The Columbus Police Department is looking for two people who are being charged with aggravated domestic violence and aggravated assault.
Historic MSU dining hall set for renovations
Perry Cafeteria will be undergoing extensive renovations that will take the entire 2024-2025 school year. The makeover is expected to cost about $30 million.
Hoping for developments: LCBS splits up county-owned property
Lowndes County Supervisors have voted to split up a county-owned property, in the hopes of furthering development in the Western portion of the county.
LCBS, Columbus City Council come to agreement on landscaping
Lowndes County Supervisors and the Columbus City Council are now on the same page when it comes to taking care of some landscaping chores.
TVA awards 6 grants to schools in north Mississippi
The Tennessee Valley Authority awarded six grants to north Mississippi schools. Money is going to five schools in Winston County.
Local sheriff reminds drivers to celebrate Cinco de Mayo responsibly
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Cinco de Mayo is a day to celebrate Mexican heritage and culture. While people who celebrate want to have fun, law enforcement cautions over-doing it when it comes to alcohol. Cinco de Mayo commemorates a day when the Mexican army won a battle against all odds. But, here in the US, the 5th of May highlights…
Starkville-MSU Symphony Association provides musical outlet
They host multiple free concerts throughout their season, inviting the public to enjoy live music in multiple different genres. The symphony and chorus were both born due to a need for a musical outlet.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Starkville-MSU Symphony and its community chorus have been staples of the community for over 50 years. They host multiple free concerts throughout their season, inviting the public to enjoy live music in multiple different genres. The symphony and chorus were both born due to a need for a musical outlet. “The orchestra began in someone’s…
Winston Co. Sheriff’s Office investigates shooting at Dave’s Club
Deputies found Steven Hunt outside the club with a gunshot wound to the lower abdomen.
WINSTON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Around 1:15 a.m. on Sunday, May 5, 911 received a call about someone being shot at Dave’s Club at 169 Joseph Road in Winston County. Deputies found Steven Hunt outside the club with a gunshot wound to the lower abdomen. Hunt was taken by ambulance to Winston Medical Center and later transferred to UMMC. The…
LCSO wants people aware of a scam circling the area
Sheriff Jim Johnson says they have received several reports of someone making phone calls stating they are with the Lee County Sheriff's Department.
LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Lee County Sheriff’s Office wants people to be aware of a scam circling the area. Sheriff Jim Johnson says they have received several reports of someone making phone calls stating they are with the Lee County Sheriff’s Department. The caller usually has some basic personal information and they state that they have a warrant…
WPPD needs help locating ATV purchased with fraudulent means
If anyone knows of the whereabouts of this ATV, contact the West Point Police Department at (662)494-1244.
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – The West Point Police Department needs the communities help in locating an ATV that was purchased through fraudulent means. On May 3, officers responded to Adventure ATV. After speaking to the owner, they learned a black 2024 Can-Am model 6LRA was purchased fraudulently. If anyone knows of the whereabouts of this ATV, contact the West…
28th annual Market Street Festival underway in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Several tents and tables were lined with vendors ready to tell shoppers about what they had to offer. “I have been coming to arts and crafts shows for several years, and I have probably been coming to this for about 15-18 years,” said Joann Blair, Owner of Jab’s Pottery. “I have had my things in stores…
Starkville Derby helps fundraise for local humane society
The world's largest wiener dog race has become a popular event. The event is more than just a race, however. It also raises money for the Oktibbeha County Humane Society.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The world’s largest wiener dog race has become a popular event. The Starkville Derby is now in year two and seeing bigger crowds than ever. Founder Alden Thornhill said the event was born from the need for a spring event in Starkville. “Starkville moved its spring festival to fall and we didn’t have any good spring…
Parents and children enjoy the Market Street Festival
There was tons of fun for the kids in downtown Columbus.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – There was tons of fun for the kids in downtown Columbus. There were many vendors and activities for the adults at the Market Street Festival. There were also wonderful activities for the kids at the festival. There were different activities like axe throwing, pony riding, jumpers, and much more. For some parents, it was their first…
WCBI hosts first ever raffle drawdown at Market Street Festival
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)-This year, WCBI participated in the market street festival by having a drawdown. People were able to enter their name into a box, for a chance to win prizes. The first, second, and third-place winners of the drawdown all received prizes. First-place winner Angela Johnson says she is thrilled about winning the contest. “At first I was not…
Late Lowndes County volunteer firefighter is honored in Maryland
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation is hosting its 43rd annual Memorial Weekend, honoring fallen firefighters from across the country.
EMMITSBURG, MD. (WCBI)- A Lowndes County volunteer firefighter is being honored in Maryland. The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation is hosting its 43rd annual Memorial Weekend, honoring fallen firefighters from across the country. Lowndes County volunteer fire department’s Wayne Doyle passed away in 2022. He served with the volunteer fire department for almost 40 years. The weekend consists of a Candlelight…
Highway improvement projects continue across Mississippi
The Mississippi Department of Transportation announced several projects all over the state, including some in Attala, Calhoun, Grenada, and Carroll counties.
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Highway improvement projects continue across Mississippi. The Mississippi Department of Transportation announced several projects all over the state, including some in Attala, Calhoun, Grenada, and Carroll counties. In Attala County, a project is underway to replace a bridge on State Route 35 just north of Kosciusko. That is expected to be completed in summer 2024. Work is…
Amory Police Department identifies suspect in theft case
On April 29th, the Amory Police Department was trying to identify a man involved in a theft from a home.
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – On April 29th, the Amory Police Department was trying to identify a man involved in a theft from a home. The robbery took place in the area of Highway 278 E and 7th St Street South. As of May 3, investigators with the Amory Police Department identified the suspect involved in this case. An arrest was…
Wynette Legacy Center celebrates late singer’s 82nd birthday
She was known as the First Lady of Country Music and this weekend, Tammy Wynette’s hometown is celebrating what would have been her 82nd birthday.
Businesses in downtown gear up for Market Street Festival
Many of the local businesses will be staying open for the duration of the Market Street Festival and extending their hours if needed.
Amory plans to apply for grant to build community storm shelter
Amory is continuing on its road to recovery after a tornado that blew through last year. Along with rebuilding, city leaders are preparing for the next storm.