Multiple Judges Decline to Hear Case Against Calhoun Co. Educators Charged With Failure to Report Alleged Sex Crime
Around 20 circuit court judges declined to hear the case.
Archives: 2017
Tropical Storm Cindy’s Impacts On Our Weather
TROPICAL STORM CINDY: While Tropical Storm Cindy is already causing lots of heavy rain along the Gulf coast, and that heavy rain is moving northward later today. Heavy rain will be a concern tonight, tomorrow, and Friday for our area. Widespread rain totals of 1-3 inches between now and Friday are expected, with some spots exceeding 3 inches. In addition, enough…
“Sounds of Summer” Date Moved Again Due To Rain
Inclement weather moves “Sounds of Summer” date farther back.
VIDEO: The Area’s Growing Eagle Population
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI News) – There’s just something about our nation’s symbolic bird that captures our imaginations. The bald eagle is having a birthday of sorts, this day set aside in its honor. For the last few decades, the eagle population has grown in our area. In the early 90’s, wildlife and fisheries reported that only three breeding pairs of…
Video: Starkville Aldermen Tackle Full Agenda
Starkville Aldermen Tackle Full Agenda
VIDEO: Aberdeen Board Of Alderman Votes To Dismiss City Building Inspector
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI)-Tempers flared tonight during Aberdeen’s Board of Aldermen meeting on Tuesday. It was almost two weeks ago when the board voted to replace the Director of the Electric Department, Brian Sanders. However, on Tuesday, the board voted to reinstate Sanders and maintain his current salary. Also during the meeting, the board voted three to two to relieve current…
Video: Dak Talks Returning to Starkville and Mississippi State’s 2017 Season Outlook
WATCH: Dak Prescott was back in Mississippi on Tuesday for his Adidas ProCamp as he spoke about returning to the Magnolia State and what he expects from the Bulldogs in 2017. Categories: College Sports, Local Sports
#HSFT17: Stop No. 2 – West Lowndes Panthers
WCBI High School Football Tour Stop #2 – West Lowndes Panthers
Grant Awarded To Build Storm Shelter In Tupelo
The total cost of the project is estimated to be $6.1 million.
Video: Regional Job Fair Attracts Thousands For Chance To Meet Employers Face To Face
Sixty employers meet with potential employees at CDF Job Fair.
VIDEO: Local Teachers Learn New Technology
EMCC MAYHEW CAMPUS (WCBI News) – Teachers from Armstrong Middle, New Hope Middle, and Ackerman Elementary meet at EMCC for the start of a program called “CSI Mississippi 2.0.” This is a partnership between EMCC and Mississippi State, designed to show area teachers the procedure of 3-D printing and the manufacturing businesses that use the technology. It’s part of the ITEST…
Trio Accused Of Bilking Saltillo Nursing Home
Former Owner Skimmed From Center
Video: Starkville High’s Kelsey Jones Signs with Southern Miss
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) — One of the top basketball players in our area is going D1. Starkville High graduating senior Kelsey Jones made it official on Tuesday at a signing ceremony where she will continue her basketball career at Southern Miss. Jones averaged a double-double in points and rebounds in her final two seasons playing for the Lady Jackets as…
VIDEO: Plane Lands on Lowndes County Roads
MHP has not yet released any information about the incident.
Video: Dak Prescott Hosts Adidas ProCamp in Starkville
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) — Dak was back in Starkville. The former Mississippi State quarterback and a selection of area prep and college football coaches led a 2-session camp of 720 kids per session in grades 1-8. Participants experienced various stations specializing in the fundamental skills of football. Categories: College Sports, Local Sports
Video: Starkville Police Department’s Motorcycle Unit
Motorcycle cops are rare in police departments across Mississippi.
VIDEO: World Changers Making A Difference In The The Golden Triangle.
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss.(WCBI)—For most students they look forward for summer time to kick back, relax, and enjoy time away from the hard labors of school. For others the goal is to make a difference in communities all over the country. 134 junior high and high school students from across the nation are spending a week in Golden Triangle developing homes…
Judge Asked To Review Okolona Election
Town Marshal Candidate Wants Review
EMCC First in Mississippi to Offer E-Commerce Technology Program
To be accepted into the program, students must earn a 13 composite score on the ACT test or the equivalent on the Accuplacer test.
Cindy Will Bring Rain Our Way
Heavy rain will be a concern as we close out the work week.
Rienzi Pair Arrested for Attempted Armed Robbery After Conspiracy Goes Awry
Even the best laid plans can go astray.
Booneville Man Sentenced On Child Porn Charges
With 18 years of his 25-year sentence suspended, Kemp will serve seven years in prison.
Gulf System Brings Potential Heavy Rain Threat
Future Cindy GULF SYSTEM: We continue to monitor a tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico this Tuesday. Tropical Storm Warnings are in effect for the eastern half of the Louisiana coast. As of now, the forecast track for the system center will be into western Louisiana. However, both the heavy rain and tropical storm force winds extend well east of…
VIDEO: Church Break-Ins Are Becoming More Common; Things Churches Can Do To Protect Themselves
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI)-When you think of a church, you usually think of it as a place of worship and praise. However, lately some criminals have been seeing them as easy targets. In fact, just a few weeks ago a church in Columbus was broken into. “People have lost their spiritual morals when it comes to God,” said Pastor Randy…