Sunny & Warm Weekend Coming
Our quiet weather pattern is set to continue through the weekend and into next week.
Archives: 2017
Video: Swinney Ready To Lead His Team Into Division Play
The Bearcats looks to end a two game losing streak as they host Strayhorn on Friday.
Suspected Roommate Dispute Leads To Stabbing
Bond was set at $10,000. This incident is still under investigation.
Man Allegedly Threatens Employees, Attempts Robbery With Knife
TPD detained the suspect at the scene and no injuries were reported.
Nettleton Man Arrested For Sale Of Controlled Substance
The arrest was made yesterday, September 28.
Columbus Store Manager Charged With Embezzlement
A Columbus convenience store manager is accused of taking money from the store she oversaw.
VIDEO: Brandon Presley Shines Light On Telemarketing Scams
Public Service Commissioner, Brandon Presley also attended Wednesday’s Healthy Living For Seniors Expo.
Self Described ‘Debutante Farmer’ To Headline ‘A Novel Affair’ Library Fundraiser
Fourth annual “A Novel Affair” benefitting Lee County Library set for March 9th at Summit Center in Tupelo.
Oxford Bond Referendum Vote
OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI)- The Oxford School District now has an answer on whether a $38 million dollar bond was passed. And that answer is yes. Grabbing 83 percent of the vote, the school district now looks forward to building a new elementary school and making renovations on other campuses. The school district cited growing enrollment as the key factor in the…
Sunny and Slightly Cooler Weather.
TODAY: Mostly sunny, and a bit cooler than it has been recently. Highs in the mid 80s. North wind at 5-10 mph with a few gusts at 15 mph. TONIGHT: Clear and cool, with lows around 60°. FRIDAY: Sunny skies and pleasant. High temperatures in the low 80s, about normal for this time of year. Overnight lows again drop to or just below…
Video: Mother Of Hit & Run Victim Calls For Justice
A mother’s crying for justice after her son was killed in a hit and run accident Monday night.
MSU Police Department Unveils New Dispatch Center
The Mississippi State University Police Department unveiled their newly renovated dispatch center.
Video: Main Street Is The Heart Of Louisville
Macon closes the doors to its Main Street Community and Houston is wanting to open more doors for downtown growth.
Hundreds Gather Early At School To Pray For Classmates, Nation And World
Northeast Mississippi students take part in 2017 ‘See You At The Pole’
VIDEO: The Fate Of OCH Continues To Stir Conversation
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Many Starkville residents are wondering what the future holds for OCH Regional Medical Center. In a special called meeting Tuesday, county supervisors agreed to sell the hospital if that’s what voters choose to do in November’s special referendum. Board president Orlando Trainer said it’s quite simple, in order for the hospital to grow it needs to be associated…
Video: Charlie Brand Honored as MaxPreps Athlete of the Month
CUMBERLAND, Miss. (WCBI) — Being our WCBI Student Athlete of the Week was just the tip of the iceberg. East Webster senior Charlie Brand was honored on Wednesday as the MaxPreps National Athlete of the Month. He was given the award and a letter man’s jacket by former NBA star Raja Bell and U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sargeant Kenny White….
Video: Howland, MSU Confident Ahead of 2017-18 Season
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI/MSU Athletics) – Year 106 of Mississippi State basketball officially begins on Friday when the Bulldogs have their first practice of the 2017-18 campaign. Third-year coach Ben Howland will welcome 16 players to the court, including 11 that are on scholarship. The Bulldogs, coming off a 16-16 campaign, return four starters, including All-SEC selection Quinndary Weatherspoon and Lamar…
Alabama’s Director of Basketball Operations Resigns
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WCBI) — Fallout from Tuesday’s FBI investigation into college basketball continues. The University of Alabama has discovered its own findings following a review of their men’s basketball program as Kobie Baker, Alabama’s Director of Basketball Operations and Associate Athletic Director, has resigned. Director of Athletics Greg Byrne issued the following statement: “Following yesterday’s reports from New York regarding…
VIDEO: Local Non-Profit Helps with Domestic Violence
Mississippi lawmakers have been working to strengthen domestic violence laws for about a decade.
VIDEO: Inaugural Healthy Living For Senior Expo
The hundreds of seniors who attended Wednesday’s healthy living expo got valuable information on the typical health topics like diet, exercise, and managing illnesses.
Award Winning Author Speaks About His Adventures Of Moving To The Mississippi Delta
‘Tupelo Reads’ brings in transplanted Mississippian to discuss book about moving from NYC to the Delta.
CPD Officer Points Taser At Suspect In Handcuffs
City councilmen are expected to discuss the issue in executive session at their Tuesday night meeting.
Suspected Burglar Caught In Booneville
Bond was set at $3,000.
Reward Offered For Information On Possum Town Pawn Burglaries
The Bureau of Alcohol, Firearms, and Explosives is offering a 25 hundred dollar reward in connection with some break-ins at a Columbus pawn shop.