Market-Rita Street Festival – 04/29/24
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Chick-Fil-A Columbus honors one of its passed loved ones
On Sunday, April 28 around 5 p.m., Chick-Fil-A held a candlelight vigil in memory of their former employee Jade Turner.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Chick-Fil-A in Columbus honored one of its passed loved ones. On Sunday, April 28 around 5 p.m., Chick-Fil-A held a candlelight vigil in memory of their former employee Jade Turner. Turner is a murder victim whose body was found in the yard of an abandoned house on Monday, April, 22. Damian Peterson has been charged with…
Looking back on 2011 Louisville tornado and moving forward
Just like that their lives were changed. "I couldn't go back to work because I fractured my back and just to see my grandmother's house gone. She didn't have anywhere to live," Jones said.
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It was a day that changed everything in Winston County. With the storm on the way, Kenisha White Jones and her grandmother took shelter. Their house took a direct hit. “I looked out the window and saw everything get white. So I got in the closet and as soon as she closed the closet door seemed…
Community of Louisville reflects 2011 tornado
The bells rang 10 times at 10 o'clock to represent the 10 years and 10 lives lost in the tornado.
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s been 10 years since a storm that began at Four Corners formed into a dangerous tornado, moving into Winston County, taking lives and homes in its path. Sunday, April 28, was for remembering, and for honoring the many people who rebuilt the community. The ringing of the church bells could be heard throughout Louisville. The…
Road work in Tupelo may affect routes
Gun Club Road will be closed to through traffic beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, April 29, as crews work on a box culvert drainage project in the area.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – For those of you in Tupelo, your route may be affected for the next month. Gun Club Road will be closed to through traffic beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, April 29, as crews work on a box culvert drainage project in the area. Local traffic only will be allowed and the closure will continue through…
Okolona PD and West Point PD investigate string of thefts
If you have any information. please contact the West Point Police Department at (662)494-1244 or the Okolona Police Department at 662-456-9411.
OKOLONA/WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – The West Point Police Department needs the community’s help in identifying and locating the suspects responsible in a string of thefts. The police department is assisting the Okolona Police Department in their investigation. According to Okolona PD, there was an ATM robbery at Renasant Bank in Okolona. If you have any information. please contact the…
Motorcycle accident claims life of Columbus man
On Saturday, April 28 around 6:19 pm, 37-year-old Michael Joseph Humphries was driving a 2013 Harley Davidson with a group of other riders from a local motorcycle club.
On Saturday, April 27 around 6:19 pm, 37-year-old Michael Joseph Humphries was driving a 2013 Harley Davidson with a group of other riders from a local motorcycle club.
CPD makes Aggravated Domestic Violence arrest
Saturday, April 27, around 1 p.m. the Columbus Police Department responded to the 800 block of North Lehmberg for a gunshot victim.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Saturday, April 27, around 1 p.m. the Columbus Police Department responded to the 800 block of North Lehmberg for a gunshot victim. 44-year-old Courtney Stewart Wiggly was arrested for aggravated domestic violence for shooting her 54 year old husband Daryl Wiggly. Mr. Wiggly was shot multiple times in his arm and torso area and was flown…
Seniors of “Mayor’s Youth Council” honored for accomplishments
Members take part in community service projects and also take field trips to learn more about history, leadership, and core character traits.
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – Graduating seniors who are part of Aberdeen’s “Mayor’s Youth Council” were honored recently for their accomplishments. A ceremony was held for the graduating seniors in the program. Mayor Charles Scott started the youth council when he was elected several years ago. Members take part in community service projects and also take field trips to learn more…
Columbus YMCA celebrates 100 years
Jimmy Woodruff is the executive director of the Y. He said he is grateful for the YMCA and for the opportunities it provides to the community.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The YMCA is a well-known organization with roots throughout the United States. On Saturday, April 27, the Columbus branch is celebrating a huge milestone – 100 years. They hosted a block party on Saturday to celebrate. Jimmy Woodruff is the executive director of the Y. He said he is grateful for the YMCA and for the…
Bulldog Invitational Judo Tournament brings a crowd to Starkville
It is a sport that teaches discipline and self-respect. On Saturday, April 27, competitors from 7 states accepted the challenge for the first Bulldog Invitational Judo Tournament.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It is a sport that teaches discipline and self-respect. On Saturday, April 27, competitors from 7 states accepted the challenge for the first Bulldog Invitational Judo Tournament. Saturday’s day-long event was hosted by the Downtown Martial Arts Academy at the Travis Outlaw Center at the Starkville Sportsplex. Doug Bedaul is the owner of Downtown Martial Arts….
West Point community members gathers for sickle cell disease
The Progressive Foundation of Clay County hosted their 5th annual "Breaking the Silence" on sickle cell disease 5k.
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – West Point community members gathered on Saturday, April 27, for sickle cell disease. The Progressive Foundation of Clay County hosted their 5th annual “Breaking the Silence” on sickle cell disease 5k. The organization provides funds for those who need assistance and the state of Mississippi’s Sickle Cell Foundation. All proceeds of the event will go…
Fulton PD makes arrest for felony possession of methamphetamine
On April 26, Officers with the Fulton Police Department and Agents with the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit arrested Mandi Fultz during a traffic stop on Willow Drive
FULTON, Miss. (WCBI) – An arrest has been made in Fulton for felony possession of methamphetamine. On April 26, Officers with the Fulton Police Department and Agents with the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit arrested Mandi Fultz during a traffic stop on Willow Drive. Bond was set for Fultz at $8,500 by Judge Harold Holcomb. For 24/7 news and updates, follow…
MBI investigates officer-involved shooting with CCSD
On Friday, April 26 during a traffic stop, a driver refused to stop, leading them on a pursuit.
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into an officer-involved shooting with the Clay County Sheriff’s Department. On Friday, April 26 during a traffic stop, a driver refused to stop, leading them on a pursuit. The chase ended on Landfield Road in West Point. The driver got out of the vehicle, ran on foot, and…
Flywheel Festival features antique engines, food, fun
Spring Flywheel Festival highlights improvements at park, and brings large crowds to area
Antique flywheels are a big attraction for those who restore and exhibit internal combustion engines, and tractors from bygone years.
Golden Triangle Landfill hosts hazardous waste disposal day
You probably didn’t know that many of your everyday household products and cleaning supplies are technically hazardous waste materials.
First responders reflect on Louisville tornado decade later
10 years later, community members gathered in the center of downtown to honor those on the front lines.
10 years later, community members gathered in the center of downtown to honor those on the front lines.
Lowndes County honors county officials during County Govt. Month
Lowndes County leaders were showing county officials their appreciation in honor of County Government Month.
Growing green: MUW unveils edible plant trail
Mississippi University for Women is known for many things, but you probably don’t know about the food that grows on its campus.
Columbus Tree Board plants tree at Riverwalk for Arbor Day
The third Friday in April is set aside as National Arbor Day, a day to emphasize the importance of trees to the environment and our health.
Water Valley man charged with aggravated assault
A Water Valley man was charged with aggravated assault. Lafayette County deputies were called to Abbeville Market earlier this week about the incident.
Columbus-Lowndes County Airport celebrates 71 years
The Columbus-Lowndes County Airport kicked off its weekend-long anniversary celebration. A “Youth Program” was held for kids from across the county Friday morning.
Pets Without Partners – 04/26/24
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Lions Club members help Monroe Strong with rebuilding Amory
"Bringing Amory back, one house at a time."
Bringing Amory back is one of the missions of Monroe Strong. And that mission got a shot in the arm Thursday.