Archives: 2017

College Sports, Local Sports

MSU Baseball Falls in Midweek Road Game at South Alabama

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MOBILE, Ala. (WCBI/MSU Athletics) – No. 11 Mississippi State got the offense going late but could not score enough during a 5-2 loss to South Alabama in college baseball action Tuesday night at Eddie Stanky Field. South Alabama (22-15) scored three times in the fifth inning and added insurance scores in the seventh and eighth innings. MSU (25-14) scored its…
Local News

VIDEO: A Grieving Mother Opens Up About The Tragic Loss Of Her Daughter

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WINSTON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)-The investigation into the shooting death of 39-year old Angela Collier, takes a step forward. A judge has indicted Kevin Ladexter Carter, who will now stand trial for the murder of the Winston County woman. “He just took her from us too soon and it wasn’t her time to go,” said Ida Shoemaker, the victim’s mother. The grieving mother is…
High School Sports, Local Sports

Video: East Webster Tennis Trio Signs Junior College LOI’s

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CUMBERLAND, Miss. (WCBI) — A talented trio at East Webster made it official on Tuesday. Seniors Claire Ferguson, Hunter McCarter and Jake Wofford all signed their letters of intent to play tennis at the junior college level following graduation. Ferguson will play her tennis at ICC, McCarter will join the Holmes Bulldogs and Wofford will take his talents to East…
Local News

VIDEO: Last Day To File Taxes

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COLUMBUS, Miss.(WCBI)—April 18th is the last day to file taxes. All over the country, people are making the mad-dash to get them filed and in the mail. “It’s probably a little too late to get them completed but it’s not too late to file for an extension,” said Certified Public Accountant Elaine Evans. For any reason that puts a person behind on…
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VIDEO: Oktibbeha County And Starkville Smoke Detector Give Away

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OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss.(WCBI)—Oktibbeha County and Starkville Fire and Rescue Departments work to make the community feel safe. Tuesday, as a part of a state wide initiative, The State Fire Marshall partnered with Vision 2020, a non profit organization to distribute 204 smoke detectors in the county and city. These smoke detectors are unique because they have a 10 year  battery…
Local News

VIDEO: Crime is Down in Columbus

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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Crime is down in “the friendly city”. A new report shows a slight decrease in the Columbus crime rate. The numbers are hard for some people in Columbus to believe. “It’s very surprising to hear that everything that was going on and taking place here… I’m just very happy that the crime rate is starting to go down,”…

Local News, Weather

More Rain Tuesday; Strong Storms Possible Saturday.

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TODAY: Scattered showers through the morning, then scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. Highs in the low 80s. Shower and storm coverage around 50%. TONIGHT: A few lingering showers and storms possible, especially before midnight. Lows in the low 60s. TOMORROW: A mix of sun and clouds. A stray shower is possible, but most stay dry. Highs int he…
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VIDEO: Recent Crimes Being Streamed Live on Social Media

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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- This isn’t the first time a crime has been broadcasted over social media. Live streams, like the one I’m working on right now, are traditionally used for joyous occasions. Whether it be gender reveal parties, birthday parties, or other celebrations. However, some criminals are using it to publish their crimes on the internet, where massive viewers are taking…