Archives: 2017

VIDEO: Despite Being Rural, One Local County Is Continuing To Atrract People And Businesses To The Area

CHOCTAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- For many rural areas in the state attracting new residents and jobs can be difficult . However, despite a recent increase in unemployment numbers, Choctaw County is winning that battle. The county is made up of three small cities Ackerman, Weir, and French Camp. Regardless of its small size, the county employs more than three thousand…

VIDEO: Preparing Communities For Disaster Situations

COLUMBUS, Miss.(WCBI)—When disaster strikes, having trained people ready to respond is crucial.. In Lowndes County, The United Way is working with local volunteer organizations to equip residents with the skills and knowledge to act in a time of crisis. “Waiting till a disaster, is a disaster,”said  United Way Volunteer Columbus Director Renee Sanders. That’s the theme for a first responders…

VIDEO: A Transitional Period for Tupelo PD

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The Tupelo Police department is in a state of transition and the new Police advisory board is helping make those changes Tupelo is trying to make a positive out of a dark period in its history. The death of Ronnie Shumpert divided the town, and the Police department found itself caught in the middle. Now the…

Homeowner Makes Burglary Suspect Put Back All Items He Stole

TISHOMINGO COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- One man is behind bars this evening after he broke into a mans house and was caught red handed. 26 year-old Jacob Able Chatham, of Corinth, is charged with burglary of a dwelling. According to the Tishomingo Sheriff’s Department, an Iuka homeowner came home for lunch when he noticed Chatham and his vehicle at his residence. After…

THE HEAT AND HUMIDITY CONTINUES FOR ANOTHER DAY

TODAY: Temperatures once again will be in the low 90s, and the chance for afternoon showers and storms remain. TONIGHT:  While a stray shower cannot be ruled out overnight, most of us will stay dry with mostly cloudy skies. Temperatures will be in the mid 70s. THURSDAY – SUNDAY: With high pressure to our east, moisture from the Gulf of Mexico continues…

House Fire in Adaton

ADATON, Miss. (WCBI) – A call around 7:30 pm Tuesday night alerted the Adaton/Self Creek, Central and Maben Fire Departments to a structure fire on 106 Charlottes Way, off of Self Creek Road, in Adaton. The fire reached above the roof of the home and was fairly intense. The residents were attempting to fight the fire with the help of…

Video: Mississippi State Takes Turn at 2017 SEC Football Media Days

HOOVER, Ala. (WCBI/MSU Athletics) – Mississippi State took on the afternoon session of the Southeastern Conference Football Media Day Tuesday, represented by head coach Dan Mullen, linebacker Dez Harris, wide receiver Donald Gray and offensive lineman Martinas Rankin. Dan Mullen Transcript Media Days – 7-11-17 THE COMMISSIONER: I do need to make a point of clarification from yesterday. I neglected…

VIDEO: Passport To Wellness Learn To Get Moving

COLUMBUS, Miss.(WCBI)—In an effort to make learning fun and healthy the Mississippi University For Women is continuing it’s health initiative. Passport to Wellness Teacher Institute is a program sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield Foundation of Mississippi. 20 elementary school teacher from across the Golden Triangle gathered on campus to learn unique ways to help the students learn more effectively…

VIDEO: West Point Police Chief Announces His Retirement After Spending More Than 30 Years In Law Enforcement

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI)-After more than three decades in law enforcement, West Point police chief Tim Brinkley is turning in his badge. Brinkley submitted his retirement letter to the city on Tuesday. Mayor Robbie Robinson said the retirement comes as no surprise. Brinkley has led the department since 2011. He also spent 26 years working for the Department of Wildlife,…

VIDEO: Mississippi University For Women Orientation

COLUMBUS, Miss.(WCBI)—The Mississippi University For Women hosts it’s sixth orientation for the summer. For many families, the biggest question and concern is surrounding financial aid. ” It’s everything I thought it was going to be. When we came here on a recruiting visit, it’s everything and more. So, I’m very happy and I know mom will be very happy because…